RENAISSANCE OF A LEGEND

Vanwall was the place to be
Greding (Germany), January 31st, 2025 - The 1958 season was a groundbreaking one for the Formula 1 World Championship. For the first time not only the drivers but also the teams were in contention for a title. The aim of the new constructors' crown was to reward outstanding team and car performance, brilliant technical implementation and consistency over a season – as well as the most ingenious exploitation of the regulations.
Among the teams in contention for this prestigious new prize were Ferrari, Cooper, BRM and Maserati. And while Stirling Moss missed the drivers’ crown by one point due to the terrible circumstances in the last Grand Prix of the season in Morocco, the first ever F1 World Championship constructors' title went to British team Vanwall, thanks to the efforts of Stirling Moss, Tony Brooks and Stuart Lewis-Evans. The title meant not only prestige for the marque founded by British industrialist Tony Vandervell, but also financial benefits.
Bernie Ecclestone: “In 1958 there was a bitter battle for the first constructors' title in the Formula 1 World Championship between Vanwall and Ferrari. Vanwall won the title because they did things differently back then – more modern, more progressive, through advanced technology. Like this car here now, which continues the legacy. If he [Tony Vandervell] were still alive, he would be very proud – as I am.”
Gone but NEVER forgotten
Sadly, the hour of greatest triumph turned into a tragedy for the Vanwall team. At the last race of the season in Morocco Bernie Ecclestone’s close friend Lewis-Evans had an accident, and he succumbed to his injuries six days later. It was a huge blow for Tony Vandervell, the colourful owner of the team, and he disbanded the organisation in 1960. Sixty years later Vanwall rose like a phoenix from the ashes.
...because legends never die
Vanwall is back. Worldwide! Dr. Colin Kolles, who has served as the managing director and team principal of several F1 teams, has breathed new life into the Vanwall brand. The reincarnation of the Stirling Moss Vanwall is available as an exclusive advanced technology road vehicle in three versions: the Vanwall Vandervell H-GT, the Vanwall Vandervell N-GT and the Vanwall Vandervell Thin Wall Special. The car model's names are a fitting tribute to Tony Vandervell, the brilliant father of the Vanwall brand.
Vanwall has always been best at achieving the impossible
All three versions are based on the E-GMP Most Advanced EV platform. This makes them the most efficient cars on the road with an irresistible high-performance driving experience. The distinctive all-carbon fiber bodywork guarantees unprecedented weight optimisation in this vehicle category. The efficient aerodynamics, sporty chassis and significantly lower weight both increase the range and release the performance of a racing car at the push of a button. The goal is to convey pure emotion combined with ultimate driving pleasure.
Vanwall Vandervell - H-GT 325 HP, 4 WD
Vanwall Vandervell - N-GT 650 HP, 4 WD
N-GT Thin Wall Special - 650 HP, 4 WD and a weight of less than 2000 kg
All versions are equipped with 22-inch wheels, and only the highest quality materials such as Connolly leather and velour are used in the distinctive interior. Each vehicle is produced as a tailor-made version to customer request.
If you want high-end luxury and an unforgettable driving experience in a sustainable version: VANWALL Vandervell H-GT or VANWALL Vandervell N-GT
QUOTE/STATEMENT DR. COLIN KOLLES
“I was always a convinced petrol-head through my F1 involvement and activities in other racing categories, and thus I was initially a critic of EVs. However, I now have to say that I'm a convert. We wanted to create something new and extreme to achieve heightened emotions and driving pleasure. The development of these electric cars opened up a new world for me. The reactions of people who have seen the Vanwall Vandervell are overwhelming. People stop in amazement when they see this car. Thus I know that we have created something truly great and unique, not only from a performance point of view, but also in terms of styling. A car that can be driven like the highest class luxurious limousine, or like a rally/racing car.
Do we have anything comparable on the market in this price segment? I say no. What are the perceived drawbacks with electric cars? The battery range and weight. There are constant developments in the area of batteries that we will also implement in our vehicles as they are proven. However, despite these current advances, weight must be reduced where possible in order to increase the range.
We have therefore decided to build a car with a full carbon fiber body. It is efficient, and represents an enormous weight-saving. No competitor in the luxury high end segment can match that. That is why we are leaders in this segment. I say in this segment, because there are cars made of full carbon – but only at much higher price ranges.
Thanks to decades of experience in F1 and other motorsport categories we are using a carbon construction that no competitor can offer. The carbon body and E-GMP Most Advanced EV platform are an unbeatable combination, which stands for driving emotion, performance and advanced engineering.
And there's more to come, besides the FIA WEC Vanwall LM Hypercar and LM Hypercar track day versions! Under development are an Vanwall LM Hypercar street version with 1000hp weighing 1000kgs, and a Vanwall hyperbike."
The objective is to establish Vanwall as a company and brand respected for product performance, efficiency and ultimate engineering standards in the luxury high performance sector of the automotive world.”
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VANWALL UNVEIL THE NEW VANDERVELL S
Greding (Germany), January 16th 2023 - Vanwall, the distinguished automotive brand relaunched by Dr. Colin Kolles, former Managing Director and Team Principal of many F1 teams, is proud to unveil the first street-legal model of the new Vanwall range. The new model is available in two versions: Vandervell S and Vandervell S Plus.
The model name of the car pays homage to Tony Vandervell, the British industrialist founder of the Vanwall brand in 1951.
This launch starts another new chapter in the history of the brand. Only a week ago the Floyd Vanwall Racing Team, received the confirmation of participation in the WEC 2023 from the FIA and consequently also entry to the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
The Vanwall Vandervell 680 Hypercar will be entrusted to drivers Tom Dillmann (F), Esteban Guerrieri (AR) who are joined by Jacques Villeneuve (CA), former F1 World Champion in 1997, and 1995 Indianapolis 500 winner and '95 Indycar title champion.
Many years after winning the Formula One World Championship the iconic Vanwall brand will returns to the world’s tracks.
Today, only a week later, Vanwall presents a completely new sports sedan providing further evidence of serious commitment and technical ability. The depth and experience of Vanwall’s engineering staff demonstrates the capability to develop multiple projects concurrently. These are vastly different, demanding projects are, which stand out for their high quality design and build quality.
The Vandervell S is a four door hatchback plus tailgate and its aggressive shapes immediately attracts attention, characterized by aerodynamic details. The extremely sporty look is underlined by the large carbon fibre front aerodynamic splitter, side skirts and rear spoiler, which highlights the car's feisty personality.
The launch color is the classic green that recalls the English origins of the Vanwall brand.
From a styling design point of view, the front of the car has very bold and geometric lines, with an aggressive fender shape that incorporates the large cooling system air intake.
The bonnet profile has two side cuts that culminate in the side fenders, which wrap around the 22” alloy wheels and low profile tires.
The very slender dynamic profile sides are underlined by a wide lateral body groove that continues into the two doors.
The rear of the car has another sporty detail with an integrated deflector above the rear window.
The car’s interior is characterized by its cockpit with special attention given to driving position, outstanding ergonomics and references to the world of motorsport. All this is achieved without sacrificing comfort by the use of the highest quality materials, such as fine leather and exposed carbon fibre.
Light weight is another key element in achieving exceptional performance. It is immediately clear that this model is the result of the extensive technical know-how and expertise accumulated over years by our dedicated team.
The new Vanwall is available in two versions with different technical specifications:
- Vandervell S, 4wd, 320 HP, combined range of approx. 450 Km, 185 km/h, 0-100 in 4,9 s
- Vandervell S Plus, 4wd, 580 HP, combined range of approx. 420 Km, 265 km/h, 0-100 in 3,4 s
In this phase of profound change in the automotive world, Vanwall has poured all its knowledge into this project, proving how racing still can serve as a real benchmark to provide solutions applicable to mass production vehicles.
The Vandervell S Plus will be produced in a 500 car limited series at Vanwall’s Greding (Germany). The S and the S Plus will be marketed through direct sales and distributed by delivery partners, with deliveries starting from the third quarter of 2023.
The extremely competitive price, is one of the other strengths of this project: starting at 128,000 Euros, excluding VAT. Colour choice includes any colour bodywork at customers request and five complementary cockpit interior choices. Taylor made options are also available on request.
The car is totally street-legal and is covered by a 2-year quality and service warranty.
Vanwall, a prestigious British brand that won the Formula One Constructors' Championship in 1958, has the aim of producing a range of unique and exclusive luxury cars, characterised by innovative and cutting-edge technical solutions and the use of the highest quality materials. The Vanwall R&D Department has specified all the best state-of-the-art equipment available on the market for the new Vandervell S and Vandervell S Plus models, in cooperation with industry leading partners.
Vanwall GmbH Managing Director Dr. Kolles: "Vanwall's goal is to create unique, new generation cars, high quality and great performance, bringing them to the maximum possible development, able to convey the strong passion that animates the Vanwall Company".
Vanwall future plan will see production of a limited edition version of the Vanwall Vandervell 1000 Hypercar, the street-legal LM Hypercar. The car is currently under development and has already completed multiple road and race test sessions.
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