Chevron [2] (United Kingdom)

Chevron was a British manufacturer known for its sports and GT racing cars, particularly active during the 1960s. The company was based in Dorset and gained recognition for its innovative designs and engineering. One of its notable achievements was the development of the Chevron B16, which won the European Sports Car Championship in 1969. This model featured a semi-space frame and a monocoque center section, along with aluminum sills and a floorpan. The B16 utilized a non-stressed glass fiber coupe body and was equipped with advanced suspension systems, including coil-over-damper double wishbones at the front and wishbone-and-radius-arms at the rear.

In the revival of the Chevron brand, the classic B16 was reintroduced, maintaining much of the original layout while incorporating modern engineering. The updated version was powered by a 215 bhp 2.0-liter Cosworth engine, with alternatives including the Renault GTA/A610 and Toyota 16V engines. The Renault GTA also provided the transmission for these vehicles. Additional options for the revived B16 included Kevlar bodywork and air conditioning, as well as a racing variant.

In 1992, Chevron relaunched its 1968 BS model, which had originally seen 44 units produced. The new BS model was available as either a road or race car, with complete turn-key versions initially priced around £40,000. By 1994, kit versions became available, allowing enthusiasts to build their own cars. The original BMW engine was replaced with a choice of Alfa Romeo or Ford twin cam 16-valve engines, paired with an Alfa 33 transaxle, achieving a claimed top speed of up to 170 mph (273 km/h). The production of these vehicles was handled by Scott Ellis Racing.

In a significant shift in direction, Chevron introduced the Pick Me Up in 1994, which was an Austin Metro-based utility vehicle marketed as a budget kit. This model featured a boxy glass fiber and aluminum body mounted on a robust steel tube chassis, with various body options including a flatbed, soft top, and configurations for two or four seats.