All-New Bristol Fighter Revealed On 1 May At Our Kensington Showrooms
Published: 2nd May 2003
Interior
- Modern and efficient in layout, stylish and elegant in appearance.
- Extensive aircraft style instrumentation includes oil temperature and pressure, fuel system pressure, outside air temperature and engine hours displays.
- Compact overhead aircraft-style console houses gauges and switch panel.
- Special attention to tactile quality of switchgear.
- Deeply bolstered armchair-type seats provide cosseting comfort with excellent lateral support in fast driving.
- Excellent oddment space and access to luggage area from within.
- Latest technology photo luminescent switch panels for glare-free operation at night.
- Flawless soft hand stitched leather covers the interior surfaces.
- Leather edge-bound Wilton carpeting with thick sound proofing layers.
- Stylish gullwing doors make entry and exit a pleasure, especially in confined spaces.
- Front mid-engine design gives low polar moment of inertia for agile handling response.
- 52% of weight on rear wheels gives superior traction and braking performance.
- Unusually low centre of gravity minimises weight transfer and improves roadholding.
- Fully independent double-wishbone suspension with coil-over racing type dampers for exceptional comfort and control.
- Steering and suspension set entirely new standards for geometric precision and accuracy.
- Fuel tank mounted around the centre of gravity to eliminate handling changes as fuel load varies.
- Wide 285/40 x 18" tyres front and rear on 10" rims generate superb adhesion. Rated for speeds over 200 mph.
- Every car individually set up to exact specification including adjusting to exact corner weights.
- Adjustable electronic traction control fitted as standard.
- Rack and pinion with rapid 2.7 turns lock to lock.
- Power assistance tailored to owner's individual preference.
- Electric 4-way adjustable steering column. Unique steering wheel design enhances instrument visibility.
- Steering mechanism optimised for accuracy and correct feedback.
- Genuine feel of the road retained in slippery conditions.
Brakes
- Front 6-piston callipers with 343 x 32 mm ventilated discs.
- Careful thermodynamic design ensures freedom from fade in hard use.
- Moderate servo assistance ensures progressive response and correct pedal feel.
- Powerful separate emergency/parking brake callipers on rear.
