As the UK emerges tentatively from the Covid-19 pandemic, many have been reconsidering their lifestyle choices, perhaps with a move from the city to the countryside or reassessing their work/life balance.
Artisan British kit car manufacturer, Marlin Sportscars, is hoping to tap into the ‘new normal’ following the retirement of the company’s MD Terry Matthews, two exciting business opportunities are coming to the market.
Having briefly tested the water in 2019, a restructuring of the Marlin Sportscars portfolio now makes it far easier and affordable for any would-be kit car manufacturer to enter this exciting scene (or an existing manufacturer to add to their existing range). Previously available as a whole, the traditionally styled Sportster and Cabrio models will now be available as a stand-alone project from the mid-engined EXi which is available separately. The new slimmed down options now represent a genuinely unique opportunity for anyone looking for a new and exciting lifestyle change to run their own kit car manufacturing business.
Marlin is one of the oldest names in the kit car industry, with a 40-year heritage that has been built on high quality engineering and clean and elegant styling. Since 1993 it has resided with its current owner, who is now looking to retire and find an enthusiastic and energetic new custodian who can take the business on.
There are two business opportunities…
Marlin Sportscars, including Sportster and Cabrio
This main package carries with it the prestige of the Marlin Sportscars name, and encompasses both the BMW-based Marlin Sportster and Cabrio. Included are all jigs, moulds, rights to the Marlin name and all associated IP. With a large number of cars produced over the years there is great potential for spares supply to existing owners, as well as ongoing sales of new cars and kits.
Price: Offers in excess of £45,000.
EXi
This second package relates to the mid-engined EXi, which again will include all moulds, jigs, associated hardware and IP. This exciting VW/Audi based sports car could slot easily into an existing kit car business as a proven additional model, or form the foundation for a brand new manufacturing opportunity.
Price: Offers in excess of £9500.
Both packages will come with a reasonable period of technical support to get you up and running as swiftly as possible.
In addition to the two manufacturing opportunities, the company’s current Sportster demonstrator is for sale separately. This spectacular burgundy 3-litre turbo diesel powered machine boasts over 200bhp and 360ft lb of torque and is utterly unique. With little more than running-in mileage, it’s available for just £20,000.
To express your interest and find out more, contact Terry Matthews. email terry@marlincars.co.uk.
EXi
Mid-engined EXi is a high performance road and track day weapon, with distinctive styling and a VW/Audi sourced powertrain.
EXi
Mid-engined EXi is a high performance road and track day weapon, with distinctive styling and a VW/Audi sourced powertrain.
Marlin Sportster
Marlin’s BMW-based Sportster can be offered with M3 power or, in the case of the company demonstrator, 3-litre turbo diesel 6-cylinder delivering over 360ft lb of torque!
Marlin Sportster
Marlin’s BMW-based Sportster can be offered with M3 power or, in the case of the company demonstrator, 3-litre turbo diesel 6-cylinder delivering over 360ft lb of torque!