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Speedster Motorcars
USA
47 Posts |
 Posted - August 30 2007 : 08:10:02 AM
We have ended the first run of Gullwings to fill orders for the other cars we build. We have parts left from the first run which we will sell. Contact me at www.ron@speedstermotorcar.com with your parts needs, maybe we can help.Ron Clark
Production Foreman
Speedster Motorcars
10990 49th St. N.
Clearwater, FL 33762 |
gullwing
New Zealand
150 Posts |
Posted - August 30 2007 : 10:41:52 PM
If you really love the looks of a 300SLR then I suppose the Thoroughbred Kit is a starting point. There really aren't any other options. You have to keep in mind though that the drive train is a mustang II (can you say Pinto!). Yeah I suppose that you could upgrade all of the componants but the engine is 140 hp 302 Ford. The brakes are minimal. The springs, shocks, trans, differentials are all cheap economy versions.
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needamerc
Ireland
38 Posts |
Posted - August 30 2007 : 11:07:11 PM
Thanks for that very good info. I definitely don't needamustang.
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paul hollstein
Germany
37 Posts |
Posted - October 01 2007 : 05:57:55 AM
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Hi,Can anyone tell me if there is a Gullwing kit/parts supplier in the area of The Netherlands (Belgium-Germany-UK)
I have send email to Matt MAZZ, a Mexican/Spanish and a few other company's but no responce at all.
Are these guys for real?? two years ago i was in Germany (Essen Messe) and the Gullwing i have seen there was a replica but based on a VW Beetle chassis.... (Huh) no way!!!! So if anyone can help me with some usefull tips or better some adress information. Thanks Frans van Aalst
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jaysherman
139 Posts |
Posted - November 03 2007 : 6:05:53 PM
Anybody got any updates on there Gullwing builds? I have not done anything on mine, stated on a motorcycle project instead.
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gullwing
New Zealand
150 Posts |
Posted - November 06 2007 : 11:16:18 AM
 This is a picture of Jerry's build. It doesn't look like a Gullwing in this picture.
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gullwing
New Zealand
150 Posts |
Posted - November 06 2007 : 11:18:49 AM
 Now that's more like it!
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asif_w
37 Posts |
Posted - November 11 2007 : 09:27:59 AM
Hi all,I have been reading this forum with great intrest. I have trawled through the net but can't find a replica manufacturer for a 300sl in the U.K, or a Pagoda replica. Is there any such manufacturer out there in the U.K? I have checked the other companies mentioned and all seem to be in the states or germany. Any help would be greatley appreciated. Thanks, Asif
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gullwing
New Zealand
150 Posts |
Posted - December 24 2007 : 07:24:44 AM
I haven't heard much on this post as of late.
Gil Lonecker has now built a turnkey which he sold to someone in Maine and also a 4th kit went to the mid-west. If anyone knows these guys get them in touch with me. Gil has also announced he is retiring and trying to sell his company.
The Mazza brothers are officially out of the buisness.The builder has taken back the molds for lack of payment.
Word is that the Gullwing replicas made by the Speedster group are not selling well. I think most agree that the problem is the departure from the oriinal lines as the fit and finish are first rate.
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johnm
USA
46 Posts |
Posted - December 28 2007 : 11:59:17 AM
To "Gullwing" and all other interested parties:M-Wing Motors is not out of business. I had attempted to contact palmyraer@aol.com directly but am getting a bounce back on the e-mail. If anyone has any questions, please feel free to send me @ info@mwingmotors.com. We have been upfront throughout the forum posts and hope to have our first car completed in 2008. Yes, it has been a financial struggle, but we believe our final product will be worth the effort. Gullwing, please send me an updated e-mail so we can communicate properly...thank you. John
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gullwing
New Zealand
150 Posts |
Posted - December 31 2007 : 08:01:41 AM
I spoke to John Mazza of M-wing motors. They have had some quality control problems that they needed to solve before they could produce a consistently high quality machine up to their standards. They have solved their problem by contracting with a company with a long record of building high quality specialized Corvette bodies.
We also spoke at length regarding sources for the specialized Gullwing parts. Tony Ostermeir had the luxury of using mostly original Gullwing parts. As the cost of these part rose and the availability dwindled it forced him out of buisness. M-wing has been negotiating with the half dozen or so companies that manufacture parts. Hopefully this will spread the tooling costs out so that everyone benefits.
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Gullwing007
37 Posts |
Posted - January 01 2008 : 07:05:27 AM
I have been reading these forum pages with interest, mainly because I too, believe the gullwing is the most beautiful classic design. Had the pleasure of driving a high quality replica in Germany with everything MB parts including the leather. Several replicas were built as far back as '79. In Europe, this was the only way to get a GW as most of the originals were in the USA. The replica I drove was actually well received by MB-Germany. Will try to add my pix next time.
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gullwing
New Zealand
150 Posts |
Posted - January 01 2008 : 09:26:49 AM
I have no desire to put a Mercedes engine in my kit car so I have a hard time when I find that so many people will pay more for a replica Gullwing with a mediocre Mercedes motor. It would be one thing if it was a 6 cylinder Mercedes that was mounted at 45 degrees and some attemp was made to simulate the appearance of the original engine or a supercharged V-12 MB AMG motor. Most of the replicas used a fairly basic inexpensive straight 6 or V-8 with an automatic transmission which could never be confused with an orininal 300SL motor. Yet buyers will pay more for it. Go figure! I hear the same thing from the Cobra guys. You can build a replica Cobra with a 500+ HP aluminum Chevy 427 and the correct Cobra transmission yet it will not sell for as much as a replica Cobra with a plain vanilla 5.0 small block with "Cobra" valve covers and an automatic transmission. Human nature is strange sometimes.
I understand how a German living in Germany would prefer a MB because it is easier and cheaper to repair and get parts for but if you put a direct port fuel injected straight 6 BMW motor with a "MB" logo on it it would be just as easy to repair and it would actually have more similar technolgy but still it won't command as high a price.
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Alumreplicas
USA
38 Posts |
Posted - January 14 2008 : 7:50:32 PM
Gentlemen, there is an aluminum 300SL (GullWing) in the works and due sometime in late 2008 using a proprietary frame and very likely a modern MB engine and trive train. Expected retail is $190,000 let me know what you think about this. Consider that there are some used, well made fiber glass replicas available right now in the vicinity of $200K. What would you be looking for in this car at this price if you were shopping?Please feel free to call me at 305-525-5636 Love your kids and everything else will fall into place!! |
dukeofkastro
37 Posts |
Posted - April 09 2008 : 2:24:41 PM
hello,
i am living in europe and i am very interested to buy a new or used gullwing. anyone knows a builder tht makes turnkeys?
thanks
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SpeedsterMotorcarSales
38 Posts |
Posted - April 25 2008 : 2:19:35 PM
Speedster Motorcars is once again in the hands of the original owner. Since we are going to concentrate on building our Boattail Speedsters and our Cord Speedsters, and for a lack of space in our new facility, we have decided to offer the Gullwing line as a package for sale. What we are offering is one completed Gullwing for reference, 2 incomplete bodies (painted, some parts), 2 raw fiberglass bodies, molds, jigs, tooling, vacuum molds, and our full gullwing parts inventory. If anyone is interested, please email me at jeff@speedstermotorcar.com or call me anytime at 727-584-3606 for more information. Thanks.Jeff Akins
Speedster Motorcars
2320 10th St. SE
Largo, FL 33771
Phone: 727-584-3606
www.speedstermotorcar.com |
jeep
USA
37 Posts |
Posted - April 27 2008 : 05:09:06 AM
There's a finished 300 SL Replica for sale at a price you could not build it for ; pls check on eBay rightnow ! http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&sspagename=ADME%3AL%3ALCA%3AUS%3A31&viewitem=&item=160234629982 Has a Chevrolet 350cu. , aut. Will burn rubber ! Kit was built by LoneStar out of Texas. victorycars.com |
gullwing
New Zealand
150 Posts |
Posted - July 08 2008 : 5:07:06 PM
I thought this thread needed some new pictures
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gullwing
New Zealand
150 Posts |
Posted - July 08 2008 : 5:10:37 PM
Shown is a Thunderbird SuperCoupe IRS unit installed in one of Gil Lonecker's frames. It uses a Ford 8.8 Trac-lock rear, the 1.75" Cobra axles and the 11.6 Ford Cobra rotors and calipers.
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gullwing
New Zealand
150 Posts |
Posted - July 29 2008 : 10:12:35 PM
http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i237/amcagreg/dash017.jpg
Greg's dash
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gullwing
New Zealand
150 Posts |
Posted - July 29 2008 : 10:15:46 PM
IMG]http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i237/amcagreg/P1010040.jpg[/IMG]
Jerry's dash
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jonesharrison
37 Posts |
Posted - October 16 2008 : 3:11:03 PM
HI To all, I'm looking to buy a gullwing replica or kit which one is recommended! and are there any Aluminum bodies out there!
Im based in europe but have no problem with buying from the states and would like to use MB parts. Jones
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SpeedsterMotorcarSales
38 Posts |
Posted - March 20 2009 : 07:07:35 AM
We have one Gullwing 'Kit' left for purchase. It is 75% complete. Painted PPG Brilliant Red. Has a full raw chassis (no suspension) that is designed for late model GM drivetrain and suspension but you can choose to add whatever drivetrain you like. The body is fully assembled, doors fitted and hung, deck lid fit and hung, as well as the hood. The doors are completely assembled with manual roll down windows, door latches and hardware. Glass is installed. The kit comes complete with a long list of parts to finish the car, from AC unit to fuse panel, from steering column to taillights, there is a lot there. If anyone is interested, please email me and I can provide photos and full parts list. Thanks. jeff@speedstermotorcar.com 727-584-3606
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n/a
37 Posts |
Posted - April 20 2009 : 09:23:06 AM
hello here
i am also a 300sl freak ,i am manufactoring 300sl wheels /rudge wheel
www.rudgewheel.com
also looking for any 300sl parts
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james
52 Posts |
Posted - January 27 2010 : 10:15:55 AM
Hello,I´m looking for old pic´s of the Gull-Wing Shop in CA, Gardena.
I´ll be thankful if somebody can help me out or give me some advice. Bye James.
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mercmatt
Australia
37 Posts |
Posted - January 29 2010 : 6:57:46 PM
hi guys
very keen to build a gullwing,,, who is still doing them and who can i trust with an accurate replica shell,,,
any help would be greatmy merc my dream |
Folke
Sweden
40 Posts |
Posted - April 05 2010 : 02:15:11 AM
Hallo all Gullwing-builders,
The place to search for ANY part you might need for your replica is www.niemoeller.de/300SL/. It's located in Mannheim in Germany and they have absolutely everything but the prices are skyhigh and then some!
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jozzze2000
Slovenia
37 Posts |
Posted - July 20 2010 : 01:43:14 AM
Hello!I am Joze from Slovenia. I am gathering infos for making Mercedes 300SL replica.
I found out (on kitcars forum) that you were/are assembling your own replica. Would you car to share some photos and details along with parts hunting about your project. I tried to reach @gullwing does anybody know his email address. Thanks, Joze
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jasonflord26
USA
37 Posts |
Posted - July 21 2010 : 6:28:36 PM
quote:
This is a picture of Jerry's build. It doesn't look like a Gullwing in this picture.
wow this one nasty engine works Jason Flord |
dan2
54 Posts |
Posted - August 05 2011 : 1:39:20 PM
I just finished my gullwing.has anybody else finished theirs.i posted pic. on flicker under gullwing01dont know how to post on forum.
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Mercedes 300 SL gullwing replica/KIt
