Nota is a venerable Australia Car Brand with a long and distinguished history in designing and manufacturing sports and racing cars. Founded in 1952 by Guy Buckingham, an aircraft engineer, Nota was pioneering in its use of triangulated space-frame chassis designs in Australia, a technology previously seen mostly in imported racing machinery. This innovative approach quickly led to success in various motorsport categories, including Formula Junior and hill climb championships.
Over the decades, Nota produced a diverse range of vehicles. Early models included sleek “Streamliners” and “Mazengarbs” with aluminum bodies, and later, the popular “Sportsman” (a Lotus 7-style clubman car that is still offered today) and the distinctive mid-engined “Fang.” The Fang, especially, became Nota’s most successful model, with over 100 units built, adapting to various engines over its production run. Nota also played a crucial role in introducing Formula Vee racing to Australia.
Today, Nota Sports and Racing Cars continues to operate, offering bespoke sports and racing cars tailored to individual customer needs. They provide everything from partial kits to fully built vehicles, showcasing enduring Australian craftsmanship and a dedication to high-performance motoring. Nota’s longevity and consistent contribution to both road and track cars make it a significant name in the World-Wide Q&A of niche automotive history.