Track specials: these are the cars TG readers most want to see road-legalised

Track specials: they’re cool AF, aren’t they? But what if more manufacturers and OEMs took a leaf out of Lanzante’s book, which recently announced that it’ll road-legalise the Red Bull RB17 when it finally lands? What are the craziest machines that could theoretically be possible?

That’s exactly what we asked you in our latest Question of the Week round. And, as ever, the results were fabulous (and often hilarious). Let’s begin with Peterson’s argument for the Audi R18 TDI.

“Realistically, these endurance hybrids are best suited for road use because they have to withstand 24 hours of being bombed down a road in rural France, and if your car survives rural France unscathed, it can survive anywhere. Even in Swindon. And the car being diesel will mean that it's also great for road trips thanks to its continental fuel economy.

“ULEZ compliant? Possibly. Great for towing? You will be surprised. And it's an Audi, which means that it's a VW. Spare parts for absolutely everything are already being made by 15 different suppliers. Even the Veyron and Chiron had Golf parts. Do you think the R18 will be any different?”

Can’t argue with the logic, there. You may just be able to argue with the logic with this next one though, from Jo: “I'd love to see a Lotus T125 on the street. I know there's no way it'll happen, but it's quite frustrating. F1 cars are extremely safe, and I'm sure the T125 is safe enough. That silhouette, the naturally aspirated V8 and the sheer insanity of an F1 lookalike on the road would be awesome.”

Let’s stick with the Formula theme for a hot second and shine some light on Gandubilli’s comment: “Since the TG Team didn't say production or race car this time, I propose the crown jewel of Ferrari's F1 Clienti program: the F2004. A lot of canyons and coastal roads around the world where it'd be a dream to drive (if your spine wouldn't shatter in seconds). Or even imagine rocking up to the 'Ring with a slick-shod F2004. I would be surprised if the 919 Evo's lap time still stood.”

Right, let’s move on to some of the less crazy (but still quite mad) ideas that we originally had in mind. Tyas wrote: “Easy, the Huayra R EVO and V-Series.R. Open-roof version of the loudest, most ear-piercing Huayra and the angriest of current LMDh car made road-legal? Sign me up even if it's just for very, VERY special occasions.”

How about a direct competitor to the Huayra from Britain? Ivan has the answer: “I think the Vulcan is one of the most obvious answers, because it's its own thing instead of a modified road-legal car for track use, especially when someone road-converted one. Anyway, I still enjoy using a wingless Vulcan in the most recent NFS titles.”

We also loved MJC’s idea of a certain Italian showstopper: “The De Tomaso P900 epitomises everything it means to be crowned hypercar royalty; outrageous performance and mouthwatering looks. That said, if you need boot space, the Ford Supervan v4.2 might have a little more potential!”

Let’s round off with a pair of comments from two of our Andrews, the first being Willis: “Pretty much anything from the super touring era of the BTCC. Take the Ford Mondeo Super Tourer for example, refit the full interior and take the kids to the park in it. Or better still, the Volvo 850 Estate Super Tourer, and take the dog too!”

And, leaving the best till last, here’s Andrew Robinson's pitch: “Well, you didn't say what kind of 'track special, so I'm picking Rita: Queen of Speed from Alton Towers. Seriously though, why do we put up with trams plodding around on our roads when we could have 24-seat American hot-rod style rollercoasters that can do 0-60 in 2.5 seconds?”

Good question, Andrew. More of the same ingenuity for the next QOTW please, which will land on Monday. See you there, folks.