The Mystery of the Missing All Aluminum Locost - Ron Champion's Lost Fireblade-Powered Legend

🔍 WHERE IS THIS CAR? 🔍 In this exclusive interview with Martin Thoene, we uncover the incredible story of one of the rarest Locost sports cars ever built - an all-aluminum chassis masterpiece powered by a Honda Fireblade motorcycle engine that has completely vanished from history. Martin taught adults with learning difficulties how to build Locost kit cars in an extraordinary educational program. When legendary Locost designer Ron Champion brought in this special all-aluminum space-frame chassis with a Fireblade engine for assembly, nobody knew they were working on something that would become automotive folklore. After its debut at the NEC Motor Show, this remarkable car disappeared without a trace. No photos in collections, no registration records, no sightings - it's as if it never existed. But Martin was there. He helped build it. And now he's telling the story. Martin's Photo File: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/wv8xcnvm3hqtliorfabcv/AFffPNE0A1orATMUGrj3gEk?rlkey=63308vruetpiiz9j8zf72moyo&st=3ihuucup&dl=0 To See the Full Interview, become a Channel Member: https://www.youtube.com/@7SpotLive/membership THE CAR: All-aluminum space-frame chassis (extremely rare - most Locosts use steel) Honda Fireblade motorcycle engine Built by Ron Champion Assembled by Martin's students Displayed at NEC Motor Show Current whereabouts: UNKNOWN WHY THIS MATTERS: Ron Champion revolutionized kit car building with "The Locost" - showing enthusiasts how to build a Lotus 7-style sports car on a tiny budget. This aluminum/Fireblade combination represents the pinnacle of that philosophy - lightweight, powerful, and affordable. Its disappearance is a genuine mystery in the kit car community. DO YOU KNOW WHERE THIS CAR IS? If you have ANY information about this vehicle - photos, sightings, ownership records, or stories - please comment below or contact us. Let's solve this automotive mystery together! CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction: about Martin and the Mystery Car 2:00 - Martin's Educational Program for Adults with Learning Difficulties 3:30 - Working with Ron Champion 7:05 - The Aluminum Locost Arrives 15:15 - Preparing for the NEC Motor Show 23:00 - The Disappearance 25:10 - Call to Action: Help Us Find It! Join this channel to get access to perks: . 7Spot.Live Digital Magazine with Channel Member Content. example: 7Spot Live (Issue Number 002) - https://shorturl.at/zvcBt . Early Access to Exclusive Access Videos, Documentaries and Webinars. . Channel Member only Livestreams. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnUjHfgt3_H-NiAg5RVThWA/join

Added 24 Jun 2026