Glossary / General

homologation special

6 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

It’s a special car made just to qualify for racing rules, usually only a few are built.

Technical Definition

A homologation special is a limited production vehicle built to meet racing regulations, often with unique features.

Hear It Discussed

"they made the CSL which is [1623.4s] basically the homologation special which allowed them to go touring car racing"
Which 1970s sports cars are the best buys? #313 The Intercooler 27:03

"It was built as a homologation special for DTM. I mean the race car could not go racing until there was a street legal version, of course."
BMW Celebrates 40 Years of the M3, Then Kills Everything It Stood For Overcrest 50:07

"[3057.9s] GT3 is a homologation special for the race cars. And you made the point very early. Well, you know,"
Porsche GT Boss on the Future of NA Engines, GT Cars & the New GT3 Cabriolet The InEVitable 50:57