Sheehans Cupra tcr #57
NZ's first cupra tcr
Chassis 015 Seat CUPRA TCR DSG has a history of competing at some of the most iconic tracks and events in Europe, including SPA Francorchamps, Silverstone and Barcelona.
Originally imported by M Developments Motorport to run as a sister car to Golf GTI #79 in 2019 and driven by Ron Mackersy and Warren Good who acheived a best result of 3rd place in Class B at Highlands Motorsport Park 3 hour race that season.
Now owned by Sheehans Motorsport who will run the car with track support from M Developments Motorsport in the 2021 SIERDC 1H Championship. This will represent a new challenge for driver Mike Sheehan moving to endurance racing after a successful rally program culminating in two South Island class championships and one 2WD National Rally Championship.
Cupra Specifications
MODEL
Seat CUPRA TCR
ENGINE
Turbocharged 4-cylinder in line, transversally installed
Distribution: two overhead camshafts, 16 valves
Displacement: 1984 cc
Bore x stroke: 82.5 x 92.8 mm
Max. output 340hp @ 6200 rpm
Max. torque: 460nm @ 2500 rpm
Lubrication: wet sump
TRANSMISSION
Front-wheel-drive
Gearbox: DSG 6-speed with paddle shift
Clutch: standard
Differential: VAQ electro-hydraulic
CHASSIS
Front suspension: McPherson strut, coil springs, gas-filled dampers, anti-roll bar
Rear suspension: multi-link axle, coil springs, gas-filled dampers, anti-roll bar
Steering: electrical power assisted rack and pinion
BRAKES
Dual circuit hydraulic system
Front brakes: 6-piston calipers, 378 mm steel ventilated discs
Rear brakes: 2-piston calipers, 272 mm steel discs
DIMENSIONS
Length: 4599 mm
Width: 1950 mm
Wheelbase: 2665 mm
Target racing weight: 1230 kg including the driver (endurance 1240 kg)
