2013 BAC Mono

• The ultimate track car. Carbon fibre body and weighs just 540kg
• 2.3-litre, Ford Duratech-based four-cylinder Cosworth producing 285 bhp at 7700 rpm
• Impressive power/weight of 525 bhp per tonne. 0-62 mph in 2.8 seconds/170 mph
• A very early example. Just over 7,000 miles. Recent expenditure at Joe Macari inc. a health check, service and a set of Kumo V70s

Created by the Briggs Automotive Company in Liverpool, the BAC Mono is undoubtedly the ultimate track car. It's a lightweight, ultra-high performance, road legal, supercar designed and manufactured using racing technology that set a new benchmark when launched in the small but elite market segment of radical, lightweight extreme track cars. The steel chassis is clothed in a carbon fibre composite inspired by the construction principles employed so effectively in DTM race cars. The single central-seat layout gave the designers and engineers a blank canvas freeing them from the constraints of having to design an aerodynamic body shape that could comfortably enclose two people sitting side by side.

The Mono is powered by a heavily modified Ford Duratec, a 2.3-litre, four-cylinder Cosworth engine producing 285 bhp at 7700 rpm and, weighing just 540 kg, this results in a staggering, supercar beating, 525 bhp per tonne power to weight ratio. The 6-speed sequential gearbox is operated via paddles on the steering wheel through a hydraulic clutch. From a standing start, 62mph arrives in just 2.8 seconds and the top speed is an attention focussing, 170 mph. At the time of its launch, the 2.3-litre Mono immediately bested the Ariel Atom V8 and Mclaren MP4-12C, and was second only to the Pagani Huayra as the record-holder at the Top Gear test track.

The Mono on offer here is a very early example and has covered just a little over 7,000 miles in its short life. On file is the original spec-sheet and this special 'personal Formula One car' has recently enjoyed ú4,500 worth of expenditure at Joe Macari. There is an invoice on file detailing the work, which included a new set of Kumo V70 tyres, a health check and a full service. Now looking fabulous in a distinctive shade of Pistachio Green, this Mono has an MOT valid until August this year and is offered to auction at a competitive guide price. Offering truly amazing performance this is surely an irresistible proposition for the true track day enthusiast.