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2008 Events now online
Dates for diary 2008
Below are listed the events that Marlin hopes to attend this year, however it is always worth while checking before hand to confirm. If you c... |
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Newsletter 2008 now online
The Marlin 2008 newsletter is now online grab yourself a copy here
If however you would like to print out a copy you may want to download our printable version here.
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Have an easier day at the races
Have an easier day at the races
FOLLOWING their success on the circuit last season, Marlin are now offering complete race support packages to other drivers. Marlin, who have been designing and building sportscars for 17 years, successfully campaigned two of their Honda-powered 5EXi sportscars in ... |
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Marlin at the Great Western Kit and Car Builder Show – 17th & 18th November 2007
Marlin at the Great Western Kit and Car Builder Show – 17th & 18th November 2007 – Stand number 45 & 46
We will be attending this prestigious event with three superb examples from the stable.
On the stand will be our own... |
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Sportster owner Peter Crowther wins his class in Guild of Motor Sportscar Challenge
An alternative to Rose Pruning!
Retirement is an almost regal state. “You do it if it pleases you”. In my case this has meant an enjoyable mix of IAM /Bikesafe training, bowling, Lions club activity , fund raising for Riders for Health, and last but not least enjoying ... |
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Marlin Open Day and Track Day Report at Llandow 2007
Marlin Track Day - Llandow Circuit - 22nd September 2007
The weather, we Brit... |
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Racing Report - from Castle Combe GT Special Championship where Dylan gets THIRD place with just one second between him and FIRST (a Ferrari).
Hello!
Finally a race report worth reporting on.. Read on!
Castle Combe Special Gts race - 15th September
Qualifying
Stunning blue skies, perfect day for racing..
I decided I would like to have fitted some wider rear tires on my car (235 width - up from... |
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'Open Day' 22nd September 2007 special track event and BBQ at Llandow Circuit nr Cardiff. Only £99 per driver inc BBQ
'Open Day' special track event and BBQ at Llandow Circuit nr Cardiff. Only £99 per driver inc BBQ
Only a few places now left. This year we are also allowing cars, other than Marlin's, to attend this prestiougous event (kit or production), so book NOW.
Contact Terry at Marlin Sports Cars on 01363... |
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New retro-fit modifications for the 5EXi
Prices for new retro-fit modifications to the 5EXi are as follows:
Front anti-roll bar kit to include:-
2 x Adjustable Top Suspension Arms
2 x Drop Links
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Marlin 5EXi takes the “Complete Kit Car Award” at the annual Cheshire Kit Car Show.
Latest News from Marlin Sports Cars May 2007
Marlin 5EXi takes the “Complete Kit Car Award” at the annual Cheshire Kit Car Show.
The event, organised by the Rochdale owners club, is set in the magnificent grounds of Capesthorne Hall in Cheshire. This s... |
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The jolly green giant-killer!
RESS RELEASE - FOR IMMEDIATE USE
The jolly green giant-killer!
A SMALL British car manufacturer is giving big-name sportscars a run for their money on Castle Combe racing circuit.
The Marlin 5EXi (the ‘Sexi’ to its friends) finished fourth in class first time out in the circuit&rsq... |
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Marlin at the National Kit Car Show at Stoneleigh - 6th/7th May 2007. Stand Numbers 20& 26 Hall 1
We will be attending this prestigious event with two superb examples from the stable.
On the stand will be our own midnight blue 5EXi demonstrator featuring the latest suspension package - which was developed through the factory involvement in suc... |
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Report on Training day at Llandow and Race Day at Castle Coombe - March 2007
Llandow Test Day
Considering it was March the weather could not have been better. Terry had booked the circuit for an afternoon test ses... |
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Racing Really Does Improve the Breed
MARLIN Press Information - for Immediate Release
17 April 2007
' Racing Really Does Improve the Breed '
After successfully racing two Honda Civic powered factory 5EXi's for a whole season, Marlin have now developed a Civic donor 5EXi option for sale to the public.
"The reasoning was ... |
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Fancy reeling in your own Marlin car? Well, you could build one at home relatively easily and cheaply.
DO YOU THINK I’M 5EXi?
Fancy reeling in your own Marlin car? Well, you could build one at home relatively easily and cheaply.
The 5EXi developed and produced in Crediton, Devon by Marlin Sportscars, features modern, sportscar styling and performance and can be built in a domestic... |
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Marlin 2006 Newsletter Find some new very exciting news as well as a summery of this years events and developments here at the factory.
You will find some new very exciting news there as well as a summery of this years events and developments here at the factory.
Click here to view
To view the newsletter you will need adobe acrobat, if you don't have this installed you can download it for free at http://www.adobe.com/products/ac... |
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Independent Marlin 5EXi-R: Now that's DIY No airbags, no ABS, no boot. This car isn't for shopping, it's for fun, says Dimitri Pesin
Marlin 5EXi-R: Now that's DIY
No airbags, no ABS, no boot. This car isn't for shopping, it's for fun, says Dimitri Pesin
Published: 03 October 2006
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A customer tells of his experience of first season's racing.
My first racing season…
I often ask myself: “How did I get here?
How does one get into car racing anyway? Was is beating that lowered fiesta ... |
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A customer tells of his experience of driving his BMW powered Sportster during the Guild of Motor Endurance Rally 06.
This year's Guild of Motor Endurance Rally took place in Sardinia on the 25th Sept 06 for 5 days. We entered our BMW powered Marlin Sportster for this event and on Wed 20th crossed the Channel from Poole to Cherbourg on the ... |
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A customer tells of his experience of driving his BMW M3 powered Sportster at Castle Coombe circuit.
Castle Coombe - Feeback from customers
The following was sent in to Marlin Cars, along with some lovely pictures, from John... |
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As of 2007 there will be a new race team on the grid. Find out who they are, why they choose Marlin and how they intend to compete in this very competitive market as young guys on a tight budget.
New 5EXi Privateer Team for 2007
As of 2007, there will be a new race team on the grid. Nick Milnes and I launched JNRacing in early September after meeting at Llandow for the Marlin track day back in July. A few da... |
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MARLIN’S 5EXi now comes with optional doors and Honda Civic Type R power as the 5EXi-R. It’s a masterclass in making a good car even better, says Martin Foster
You 'R' My Type - Marlin 5EXi-R
MARLIN’S 5EXi now comes with optional doors and Honda Civic Type R power as the 5EXi-R. It’s a masterclass in making a good car even better, says MARTIN ... |
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Marlin Open Day track event. This year we thought it would be fun to hold our 'Open Day' at Llandow race circuit, South Wales.
Marlin Open Day track event.
Marlin Track Day – Llandow Circuit 3rd June 2006
Background
As we all know Track Days are the new way to rediscover driving ... |
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Marlin was at Autosport 06' at the NEC and it was a spectacular show, which featured ...
Marlin at Autosport 06
Autosport 06' at the NEC was a spectacular show, which featured a huge variety of manufacturers and suppliers who are involved with Sports and Racing cars and associated equipment.
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Marlin gets on the gas .... will be revealing the new conversion at the forthcoming Exeter Kit Car Show (19/20 November)
MARLIN GET ON THE GAS
MARLIN CARS IS HELPING KIT CAR ENTHUSIASTS BEAT THE UK'S spiralling fuel costs with a bespoke LPG gas conversion for its mid-engined 5EXI roadster. With the cost of unleaded still marc... |
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Privateer Racing Packages. For 2006 we are introducing a variety of packages to assist those who wish to become involved in racing our cars.
Results coming soon
RACING: 2005
This season a good deal of testing and development work has been done on both the body and chassis dynamics of the 5EXi which has resulted in a much i... |
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STROKE ASSOCIATION DAY CASTLE COMBE The event is now in its11th year and is gaining increasing popularity as more and more people get to know about it
STROKE ASSOCIATION DAY – CASTLE COMBE 1 st OCTOBER 2005
The event is now in its11th year and is gaining increasing popularity as more and more people get to know about it. The format is very simple and all money raised goes to The... |
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Marlin at Donnington Marlin exhibited their latest stunning midnight pearl blue 5EXi This featured the awesome 240Bhp* Honda 'R' engine
MARLIN AT DONNINGTON
As usual Marlin put on a very good show at Donnington this year and showing for the first time completely finished in all its glory was the latest stunning midnight blue 5EXi - R.
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TotalKitCar Live! at Brans Hatch.... See the video...
Totalkitcar Live! Videos
5EXi 1m25s (2.6MB)
5Xi rear 43s (1.3MB)
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Breaking New Ground.... Hand brake system opens way for alloy calipers
Specialist car manufacturer Marlin Sportscars have produce... |
