Scarab | Brighton Motorsports | Collector Cars

scarab automobile from front drivers side angle

Stunning Sophisticated Sacred

scarab illustration engine compartment cut away She's back, and isn't she beautiful? If you've never met her before, as the exclusive dealer of this incredible automobile, we at Brighton Motorsports would be more than happy to introduce you.

First, a little background information...

Originally conceived in 1957 by Lance Reventlow, founder of Reventlow Automobiles, Inc., the Scarab was Reventlow's American response to the European racecar stronghold.

Within one short year, the RAI team had taken the Scarab from the drawing board to the racing circuit, capturing a string of victories, including the 1958 U.S. Grand Prix in Riverside, CA.

Not too bad for a one-year-old.

Now fast-forward 50 years...

scarab automobile passenger side view with cutout displays of trunk, door, and engine compartment The Scarab automobile produced by Scarab Motorsports, L.L.C. is not a reproduction or kit car. Modeled after the aesthetic specifications of the legendary 1958 masterpiece, today's Scarab also includes modern day safety improvements, as well as a variety of customizable options including leather interiors, tire upgrades, and custom paint selections.

Each Scarab will be registered to show year of production, original owner, individual serial number, selected options, and will be entered into the Scarab Registry.

The end result is an elegant, high-performing automobile that is as unique as its owner. This vehicle is destined to become a true collectible and will be produced on a limited basis.

Jay Leno's Garage Tests the new Scarab.

If you're getting a bit more curious, take a look at the video of Jay Leno's Garage reviewing the new Scarab provided at right.

Additional information can also be found by visiting the Scarab Motorsports website at http://scarab.motorsports.com.

For purchasing information or other inquiries, contact us:

Phone: 480-483-4682
Email: Brighton Motorsports Car Sales and Acquisition

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Specifications

Body

Handcrafted aluminum body built for exacting detail; wire edged where appropriate
Hood and doors mounted; latches, hinges and pins as original
Rear bumper with license plate mount
Lexan and aluminum headlight covers

Frame

Tig welded 4130 Chrome moly steel; powder-coated chassis black
Drive shaft safety loops

Suspension and Brake Components

Corvette C6 uprights & hubs
Custom upper & lower control arms
Coil over shocks and springs
Wilwood 4-piston brake calipers with 12.19" x 1.25" rotors (front & rear)
Stainless steel brake lines
Differential - Winters quick change, independent rear suspension
Pedal Assembly with brake bias adjustment
Line lock parking brake

Electrical System & Components

Headlights & taillights installed with turn signals
Complete wiring harness
Horn
Aluminum battery tray with battery cables

Cockpit

Carpet - Installed
Black powder coated dash with textured finish
Stewart Warner gauges as original
Custom-made, aluminum vintage style racing seats covered in black leatherette with exposed aluminum back
5 point racing harness driver and passenger seatbelts. Choice of four covers
Aluminum transmission tunnel and drive shaft cover
Aluminum rear cockpit panels
Dash mounted mirror
Fire Extinguisher - Hand held
Steering Wheel - Choice of 3 or 4 spoke original style with quick release
Switches - As original
Windshield - Lexan with side windows

Other

Fuel cell with sending unit, hard line and braided steel fuel lines with connectors
Aluminum radiator with overflow tank
Electric radiator fan
Steering system - Rack-and-pinion steering system with race-approved safety steering column and quick release steering wheel.
External racing gas cap

Tires and Wheels

Tires - DOT approved street tires
Wheels - 16 inch knock-off, original style 5 hole kidney bean with outer polished rim

All components installed except for the final assembly of the brake system, which must be performed by a certified brake technician.