Andy Frost (Autosports)

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Andy Frost is an automotive mechanic, speed enthusiast, international drag racer and owner of the Red Victor 2. He was born in Birmingham, England on July 4th, 1961(age 47).

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[edit] Career

Frost has won multiple awards (race), including the 1996 street eliminator series. He was runner up for the same prize in 2006 and 2007. He was also the co-creator of the World Street Race [1] along with Trish Biro. He is a transmission specialist by trade. [2]

[edit] Red Victor

Main article can be found here The 'Red Victor' is Andy Frost's ongoing project car. In a video on YouTube.com, he estimates over £100,000 or around $200,000 Canadian of work has been done to the 1972 Vauxhall Victor. Included in the parts added, is a twin-turbo 9.3 liter engine, and a custom built transmission, designed by Frost and Penn Auto. The vehicle is 'as aerodynamic as a brick' but is capable of reaching 189 miles per hour on the track, with the help of the 2,100 bhp power plant, and a long list of modifications. The full article on the Red Victor is here. Andy originally purchased the car for only £60 in 1981.

[edit] References

YouTube.com
Fifth Gear Feature On TV

[edit] External Reading

Official Red Victor Website

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