The first pictures of the new specification Formula Ford car, the SC2007, have been released. The car is now in testing, as Swift Cooper aims to return to the top of the podium next season.

Chassis: The multi-tubular chassis is constructed using the highest quality high tensile steel, fully TIG wielded to provide maximum strength. Using finite element analysis to validate the chassis design gives confidence of the safety structure and overall torsional stiffness.

Safety: The SC2007 easily satisfies all FIA, SCCA and MSA safety and technical requirements. The exceptional footwell strength is enhanced by detachable honeycomb aluminium deformable nosebox. New front lower suspension pick-ups are located outside the chassis structure to enhance driver safety in the event of impact. A 2.5kg fire extinguisher system plumbed into the cockpit and engine bay, a six point Willans harness and an FIA/SCCA/FT3 fuel cell complete the high safety specification.

Aerodynamics: Subtle design changes to the chassis have allowed improvements to the bodywork, increasing the efficiency of the airflow. A slightly raised nose with extended bodywork under the front floor and hidden pick-up points contribute to smoother lines and a dynamic and innovative new single seater look. A lower engine cover incorporates symmetrical ducting for a diffused engine inlet and engine cooling whilst reducing the frontal area by hiding the engines inlet components.

Suspension: All wishbones are wide based, fabricated from narrow section oval tube and incorporate anti-intrusion bars where necessary. Wheel hubs rotate in double row angular contact bearings retained by lightweight cast aluminium uprights. Double adjustable aluminium dampers are operated via pushrods actuated through bell cranks pivoting on needle roller bearings front and rear. Anti-roll bar systems allow quick roll stiffness changes, whilst the easy to adjust bell cranks allow wheel rate alterations. Front and rear camber shim systems eliminate the need for track realignment.

Gearbox: The highly reliable and race proven Hewland LD200 gearbox is fitted as standard.

Braking System: Lightweight callipers act on SWIFT rotors mounted to aluminium disc bells. Brake bias is cockpit adjustable and the system is completed with aeroquip brakelines throughout.

Steering: The high ratio SWIFT rack and pinion is operated via an 'apex' jointed adjustable column and 'D' style steering wheel.

The car can be delivered in the gel coat colour of your choice. For further information on the car and prices, please contact us.