Hyundai Tiburon
Libra Racing's Hyundai Tiburon
Open Class ProRally Car

Noel Lawler - Driver
Charlie Bradley - Co-Driver



Wheelbase100.1 inches
Weight2,565 lbs.
Driveline Hyundai Tiburon converted to all-wheel drive; technology from HCD III sport-utility vehicle
Engine4-cylinder, 16-valve 2.0 liter engine developed by Hyundai in Korea; turbocharged; water injected with special intercooler; Garrett turbo; Motec electronic controls
Power348 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque363 ft/lbs @ 4700 rpm
Transmission5-speed gearbox; front & rear clutch type limited slip differentials; viscous center differential
SuspensionFront: 50 mm ProFlex coil over shocks with remote reservoirs; spindles modified for larger wheel bearings; fabricated lower control arm and compression strut designed by Libra Racing; upgraded springs on adjustable platforms

Rear: ProFlex shocks with coil over springs; rear trailing arma with twin adjustable transverse links

SteeringRacing steering pump with standard Tiburon rack; system modified to give a quicker ratio; steering arms modified to eliminate bump steer
Chassis1997 Hyundai Tiburon, fully spot welded with chrome moly roll cage tied into suspension pick-up points. Modified in front for transfer box, engine and 4WD; rear platforms added for 4WD configuration
BrakesLockheed 4 piston aluminum calipers with front 12" vented discs and rear 11" vented discs
LightsHella driving lights with removable pod
TiresPirelli rally tires on 7" Dymag wheels
ElectricsHand-built wiring loom
SponsorsCargotec * Pirelli Tire North America
Hyundai Motor America * Hansen's Beverage
Hella International * Snap-On Tools


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