Robin Hood Engineering
The Principle
One kit + one donor car = a road-ready vehicle
While other manufacturers sent their customers to scrapyards, Robin Hood delivered well-thought-out complete solutions.
Donor Vehicles
- Triumph TR7 & Dolomite
- Ford Cortina & Ford Sierra
- Engines from 1.1 to 2.0 liters
Peak & Challenges
In 1996 and 1997, Robin Hood sold over 500 kits per year – the company grew and invested in new machinery.
A lawsuit from Caterham Cars temporarily brought production to a near standstill, but Robin Hood fought back. In 1998, the new individual vehicle approval (similar to Germany's TÜV) unsettled the entire British kit-car industry.
Project 2B ("Tubey")
When the founder wanted to sell his company but found no buyers, a revolutionary new chassis was created: the "Tubey" tube frame made of 38 mm thick tubes. Bending took only 5 minutes, welding about one hour. Under the name "Project 2B", exactly 205 kits were sold in 1999.
The End
On September 25, 2006, the bankrupt Robin Hood Engineering Ltd. was acquired by Great British Sports Cars Ltd.
Who is Robin Hood for?
For hobbyists, mechanics, and lovers of classic British sports cars who want to build their own vehicle – with well-engineered technology and a piece of automotive history.
