Regulars here on the Classic Car website may have caught the HB Special we reported on two weeks ago (click here for news item). The retro roadster, inspired classic by the Le Mans and Mille Miglia racers of the 1950′s, was created by Dutch brothers Tino and Paul Huet, who intended to produce a limited quantity exclusively for use on their European classic motoring rallies. But demand for the unique HB Special grew to such an extent that the Huet Brothers have decided to put it into limited production.
Based on a modified Triumph TR6 chassis, the HB Special uses the British roadster’s original straight six, but bored out from 2.5- to 2.7-litre and fitted with new Honda pistons. Buyers can choose between three versions, with 160 or 180 hp or a supercharged version pumping out over 210 horse. Purchasers also get the opportunity to specify from a wide range of options, from color and interior trim to a limited slip differential. The Huets plan on producing an initial run of five units, with a maximum of ten vehicles per year depending on demand. Prices start at €67,000 for the 160hp model and range up to €80k for a fully-optioned supercharged version.
