Gold (United Kingdom) - AllCarIndex

Gold Motor Co. was a British automotive manufacturer that operated from 1991 to 1993 in Dorking, Surrey. Founded by Nick Butler, a specialist in tuning and custom vehicles, the company focused on producing a unique mid-engined sports car known as the Gold Cirrus. The development of the Cirrus took nearly a decade, culminating in a vehicle that featured dimensions comparable to the Mazda MX-5 but was equipped with a mid-mounted Rover V8 engine and Ferguson four-wheel drive.

The Gold Cirrus was notable for its innovative design elements, which included double pop-up headlamps, a targa roof with twin detachable panels, and a rear window that could be hinged forward to enhance airflow during driving. Initially, the car was offered as a complete vehicle priced at £45,409. However, in 1993, the project transitioned to Scorhill Motor Co., located in Chertsey, Surrey, which continued the production of the Cirrus. Under Scorhill, the company began offering kits that allowed customers to assemble their own vehicles, with an option to use Ford XR3 powertrains. Gold Motor Co. ceased operations in 1996, marking the end of its brief but distinctive presence in the automotive industry.