Suzuki Launches Swift Sport Cup Championship

Suzuki is unique in offering a manufacturer backed one-make rally series in the UK and is the only manufacturer with a presence in BRC, JRC and WRC. Six crews have already signed up for this exciting and cost-effective way into rallying, five of whom will be in attendance at the event. 

The Swift Sport Cup is powered by a 1.6VVT (Variable Valve Timing) 123hp engine and built by the works Monster Sport Europe team. The team will also cover factory re-preparation after each round, transport to and from events, provide Swift Sport awning and ground sheet, factory support with technical advice and on-event parts supply.

Entering in the BRC Rally 1 class, Swift Sport Cup competitors will not only enjoy British Rally Championship class prize money and be eligible for selection in the 2008 Pirelli Star Driver competition but Suzuki will also be offering its own cash incentives and rewards too.

Suzuki GB Motorsport Manager Ian Robinson said: “We have worked hard to create a series which will be ultra-competitive as well as cost-effective, a balance rarely found in motorsport.  We are confident that we have done that and are looking forward to the first round on April 18th.”

“Suzuki have been great supporters of the BRC,” comments British Rally Championship Manager Mark Taylor. “They have been providing a ladder for talent over the past few years. The innovative way that the cars are available means that people who may never have been able to compete at this level now can, it’s a great starter package that can only be good for unveiling the great talent we have in British rallying.”

Benefits for Competitors

The Championship is part of BRC and will include the Pirelli, Jim Clark, Isle of Man, Ulster and Trackrod rallies, as well as the season finale Tempest Rally.
Best five from six round scores count.
Stand-alone 30-minute TV programme after each round.
Suzuki Swift Sport Cup branded overalls.
Eeze-up and groundsheet supplied free to all registered drivers.  This will enhance the high-profile servicing village at each round.
Arrive and drive concept including factory preparation of each car to ensure highest possible reliability and equality. Competitors only need to bring a van and mechanics to each event. Full technical support provided at each event. Discounted OE parts and free products from championship partners.
Cars transported to each event making significant savings on ferries.
Generous start and prize money on every round including bonus for competitors who start all six rounds.
Two test days (one gravel, one tarmac) included for all competitors.
Championship winner to receive a prize of a fully funded drive on 2008 Wales Rally GB in a Suzuki Swift Super 1600, or brand-new Suzuki Swift road car and a supported drive in competitor’s own Suzuki Swift Sport Cup car on 2008 Wales Rally GB.
All competitors eligible for BRC prize fund and championships in addition to SSSC prizes.
Junior series champion receives guaranteed place in 2008 Pirelli Start Driver selection final.
All competitors eligible for 2008 Pirelli Start Driver selection on each event.
Full support of Suzuki GB press office including web presence.
Technical and Equipment Specification – Suzuki Swift Sport Cup

Body / Body preparation 
FIA approved roll cage and rollcage padding set
 
Safety harness mount
 
Complete body reinforcement
 
Axle stand tubes
 
Painting of inside of vehicle and wheel arches
 
Seat mount pipe for seat bracket attaching points
 
Bonnet pins, rear gate pins
 
Sump guard and attaching kit (support bar and boss)
 
Fuel tank guard and under floor protection
 
Proflex shock absorber and spring set (gravel, Tarmac)
 
Reinforcement of suspension mounting points
 
Fire extinguisher mounting brackets
 
Assembly, adjustment and initial set-up
 
Final completion check
 
Safety
 
Safety harnesses (Sabelt 904183E) (2 sets)
 
Automatic fire extinguisher (Sabelt ES04)
 
Hand held fire extinguisher (Sabelt ES07)
 
Cut off switch & harness kit
 
Interior
 
Footrest for Co-driver (Sabelt Z170460)
 
Brakes
 
Competition brake pad set
 
Teflon brake lines (wheel arch)
 
Fuel system
 
Fuel pipe kit – full system
 
Engine
 
Cup spec exhaust pipes
 
Free flow air filter
 
Strengthened engine and gearbox mountings
 
Uprated clutch disc and clutch cover
 
Drive train
 
Mechanical limited slip differential
 
Altered final drive ratio
 
Cross ratio kit (1st gear)
 
Strengthened drive shafts
 
Lamps
 
Light Pod (halogen type – PIAA lamps)
 

Optional parts for car build
 
Map light
 £17
 
Intercom – Peltor FMT 110
 £141
 
Intercom – Peltor FMT 200                                           
 £484
 
Peltor headrests (each)
 £106
 
Trip meter 100
 £267
 
Trip meter 200
 £358
 
Shift light pro
 £76