Group ND Proposal
The body must visually match the model and be from the original manufacturer. However some freedoms and restrictions have been made for the following areas
- The fitment of flares.
- The fitment and modification of front spoilers.
- The fitment of rear spoilers and wings.
- Modifications to the radiator support panel.
- Other general body work modifications.
Note: At no time during competion is the vehicle weight (without driver) permitted to be less than the weight specified in the vehicle specification document.
Justification and Rationale
Flares were permitted and utilized in Australian Group C and FIA group 2
Various manufacturers offered them as standard equipment or option on certain MODELS in the period, eg, Holden Gemini CDT sedan and coupe, Holden LH/LX Torana, Toyota Celica Supra, Mini Clubman & GT
Giving all competitors the option, takes away any real or perceived performance improvement.
Other proposed rules will limit wheel track increases so there cannot be “stupidly wide” flares that are out of context with the PERIOD appearance
Mandating bolt-on flares is an approach to contain costs and matches PERIOD race appearance, especially in Australia (e Group C)
Related Discussions:
Body Modifications Group C v ND
More Detailed information
Flares
Mudguard flares and/or bolt-on extensions are free save that:
- They must be approximately semi-circular and bolted/screwed to the bodywork as per PERIOD (not welded/bonded) and not be “flared or boxed bodywork”
- Where they were factory fitted or factory optional to the MODEL in the PERIOD, they should emulate that shape, size and design as seen in PERIOD competition cars
- They must not prevent any rear door from functioning as intended and thus may include a separate door component.
- Adjacent modified bodywork must be rendered safe by welding or otherwise bonding the metal panels
Front and rear spoilers
Front & Rear Spoilers include rear side rakes of the type seen in the period may be fitted.
Adjustable and or multi-element wings may not be fitted.
Front spoilers may be modified to have an air intake for brakes and/or radiator
Radiator support panel modifications
Revised mounting points for any non-standard radiator are free.
The opening in radiator support panel for the radiator cannot be enlarged.
Limited size holes may be cut into the radiator support panel for the passage of air hose or fluid hoses (refer to Forced Induction and Lubrication sections for more details)
General modifications
Any electric operated door glass windows may be changed to manual operation provided any changes to the door trims are of period appearance.
Additional analogue gauges are free and they can be fitted in the original dash instrument location or elsewhere. One or more warning lights may be fitted, Digital gauges or displays cannot be fitted.
The floor may be changed to allow for drivers seat of a race design.
Door anti- intrusion bars must not be removed or modified
Hinged body panels must all open and close as original
Floor carpet , hood lining, boot or hatch area trims, sound deadening, insulation or seam sealants may be removed.
The shape or material of model specific engine undertrays may be altered provided no undertray may project forward past the radiator, nor be used as a splitter , nor be used to create a “flat floor” car.
Metal bumper bars can be replaced with dimensionally and visually identical parts made from alternate material.
The Battery location can be changed
General appearance
The vehicles appearance and livery can not be a replica of an original Group C or Group A vehicle.
Advertising Material
Sponsors or advertising material may be displayed on the vehicle in accordance with Motorsport Schedule
Sponsors or advertising material may not include any of the following items that were not available during the Group ND Period
- Mobile Phone Numbers - including manipulations eg (04)1234 5678
- Email Addresses
- Website URLS
- QR Codes or Barcodes
