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Looking for something a bit different? Then have a look at what we have got to offer. We are an official Gilbern service centre, which means we can service your Gilbern to exacting standards you would expect, at competitive rates. We also have a number of pre-owned vehicles in stock, and in the case of racing spaceships, certifiable provenance with full papers. We are a company with full Galactic Motorsports Council accreditation to sell and service Formula X racing machines, so if you purchase such a machine from us you are guaranteed its racing history.
If you are someone wishing to purchase a retired Formula X racing ship for use in the Classic Formula X Race Series, then we can help. We always have a number of racing ships for sale, and we also have a dedicated servicing department to ensure your spaceship can be race-prepared to exactly how it was when it raced in the Galactic Championship.
Spaceship Stock list
Formula X
2287 Britus B Type A quite fabulous opportunity to own what is regarded as one of the most significant racing spaceships in the history of Formula X. The Britus B Type won the Formula X Galactic Championship in 2287 at the hands of Beckton Monter, and was a pivotal machine that made Britus the biggest name in spaceship racing today. The actual ship for sale was used for the final race of the season, the 5 laps of Earth to the Moon event which Monter won, giving Britus the championship. The ship has been subject to a complete factory overhaul and is offered in superb condition. The Britus FX Quad 16 nuclear engine has been verified to produce 8,300 THz in base tune, and is in fine mechanical state. As classic racing ships go, this really is the ‘Holy Grail’ and is a pleasure to offer for sale. The ship comes with full Galactic Motorsports Council papers and an extensive document file, including original technical drawings and test notes. Quite fabulous. Offered at Cr 30m.
2293 Palatia-Sonnar Nebulus 3 test ship This is the ship that was built by Palatia-Sonnar as a test and spare ship for the 2293 and 2294 Formula X race seasons, but was not used in racing. Due to its history, it has a number of very interesting and unique modifications to the bodywork and engine. At the end of the 2294 season, Palatia-Sonnar used it for testing mechanical components and engines for their racing ships. In 2296 it was decided to undertake an extensive nut and bolt restoration, which was undertaken by the Palatia-Sonnar factory to return the ship back to its original specification and has been very rarely used since. As a result, it is offered in fantastic condition. This is a ship with a very interesting and unique history so should be of great interest to a Formula X enthusiast. Will be sold with a number of spare parts and engine components, and comes with complete GMC papers. First offer over Cr 750,000 will secure or may go to auction.
Public ships
2274 Sunstar Type C This is a fantastic opportunity to own a very low mileage early Type C, from the first year of production. The ship is offered in superb condition, with just 2m miles. It comes with full service history from Sunstar. Price Cr 6m.
2279 Sunstar Type C One of the later Type Cs, with an above average mileage. It has been fully re-commissioned by us and offered in first class mechanical condition. This spaceship is not 100% cosmetically perfect as it has been used as the manufacturer intended it should be! The ship has been enjoyed by a number of owners, and due to the high usage and obvious wear and tear it is offered at a very reasonable Cr 850,000.
2295 Gilbern Star Master One of the last Star Masters produced by Gilbern. The ship was commissioned by an industry captain and as such comes with full conference facilities and accommodation for a number of people. As usual with Gilberns, the fit and finish is impeccable. The ship has been maintained without regard to cost so is in perfect condition. Recent service included a new heat shield and full engine rebuild so is virtually as new. Mileage is 2.1 billion, which is reflected in the fact that the ship was used mainly for journeys from Earth to Mars. Cr 750,000.
2283 Sunstar Type D Tolmor Tuned Here we have a very unique spaceship. This Type D has had its engine modified by engine tuning specialists Tolmor to run a very solid and reliable 3,000 THz. Offered in very good condition with 200m miles. Cr 175,000.
Simon Coates’s Bio & Links
Simon Coates, is an author from North-East England, UK who has been writing for a number of years, after getting an idea about what the future might be like in the 24th century. This was originally a bit of fun that he decided to take up a level when he published his first paperback in December 2014. The general idea is to think of events and concepts that are only possible in this future existence, and basing a story around them. For example, in the cycling story Bike Racing into the Red, the main theme is of a hill climb of Olympus Mons on Planet Mars, which is entirely possible in the proposed future where we live on the Red Planet after it was ‘terraformed’ and made safe to live there. His ultimate goal is to become a full time writer.
Outside of writing, he is a keen bicycle racer, having raced in many events up to National Championship level.
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