British Sports Car Roadster Factory Destroyed in Christmas Fire
ARMAGH, PA—A fire broke out at the roughly 48,000-square-foot Roadster Factory early on December 25th. As the sun rose on Christmas morning, all that was left was a gutted brick structure in the front of the business and smoldering ruins behind. Firefighters managed to pull a few antique cars from the showroom.
The Roadster Factory specialized in classic British sports cars and was a British Motor Heritage Approved Supplier that provided enthusiasts with direct access to original equipment parts when available, as well as custom pieces that met original specifications.
"It is the goal of The Roadster Factory to make it as easy as possible for our customers to drive, maintain and restore classic British sports cars for fun, for transportation, for racing, or for show as they desire," the company's website says. "To this end, we stock everything from major components to nuts and bolts, and we provide free copies of parts catalogues for individual models."
Armagh and East Wheatfield Township Fire Chief Tom Fry said he didn't know how many vehicles were lost in the blaze. A survey of the property revealed at least two cars burned and under rubble near the back of the building, several destroyed engine blocks, and numerous fire-damaged parts boxes, catalogs and manuals. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Source: Roadster Factory a total loss after Christmas morning fire, Armagh chief says by Joshua Byers
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