Kop Hill Climb (2025)

I visited Kop Hill this year to see what it was like and to see if we should add it to our 2026 Calendar. It was a nice event with an eclectic selection of cars in attendance. I stayed in my area for most of the morning, not realising that there was a larger area beyond. Only finding out when I saw people eating chips and followed my nose.

"Aston-Martin Razor Blade was originally built in 1923 to break the one-hour ‘light car’ speed record with a focus on aerodynamics, reduced cross-section and lightweight performance.  One of the earliest motorsport examples of aerodynamic design, the Razor Blade’s bodywork was manufactured by the de Havilland Aircraft Company. Measuring just 18.5 inches at its widest point, the Razor Blade is believed to be the narrowest race car ever built, hence its unique name. This is further reinforced by an inswept chassis, with a much narrower rear that gives it a distinctive look and driving characteristics. 

One of the unique named Works cars which formed the foundations of the now legendary Aston-Martin brand along with ‘Bunny’ and ‘Coal Scuttle’, the 4th oldest Aston Martin in existence, this is a remarkable opportunity to enjoy a legend so important that it is the inspiration for the BRDC badge.

The Razor Blade attempted to break the record – held by AC Cars – in 1923, at Brooklands. While it was able to maintain record-breaking pace, the attempt was eventually abandoned after the race car repeatedly shed its front offside tyre at speeds in excess of 100 miles per hour. Later in the year, however, the Razor Blade was able to set a new record for the standing start mile and kilometre. It went on to see racing success throughout the 1920s.Bamford and Martin car, chassis number 1915, the Razor Blade’s slender bodywork conceals a bespoke race engine originally developed for the 1922 French Grand Prix.

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