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Covin (automobile)

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Covin
Overview
ProductionEarly 1980s–1992 Approx
Body and chassis
Body style2-door coupe 2+2
2-door convertible 2+2
LayoutRear engine, rear-wheel drive
PlatformCovin own or VW Type3 chassis
RelatedVolkswagen Variant Type 3
Powertrain
EngineVarious fitments
Transmission4-speed automatic
4 speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase87.2 in (2,215 mm)
LengthCoupe: 165.2 in (4,196 mm)
WidthCoupe: 72.1 in (1,831 mm)
HeightCoupe: 50 in (1,270 mm)

The Covin is a kit car replica of the Porsche 911 Turbo, created by Tim Cook and Nick Vincent in the early 1980s. The name "Covin" originated from CO (Cook) and VIN (Vincent), resulting in the name "COVIN Performance Mouldings." Initial versions of the Covin were constructed using a shortened Beetle floorplan and running gear, while later models featured a dedicated Covin chassis and VW Type 3 running gear.

During the 1990s, the company was acquired by DAX, which was later purchased by GPC. Following the relocation of the company to County Galway, Ireland, the production of the Covin ceased. The exact timeline of this discontinuation is not specified.

The Covin was available in three body styles, all based on the Turbo model. The flatnose and coupe models were also offered as convertibles. Only one narrow body Covin is known to have been produced. Additionally, Covin produced a limited number of 356 Speedster models.

The Covin Club

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The Covin Owners Club is managed by Darren Parker, who serves as the club's technical adviser, and Michael Dykes, who is the club secretary. As of 2015, the Covin forum had 378 members and 24,487 posts, encompassing 2,762 topics.

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