Last week I got you guessing why I might need a super-protective fire suit and a parachute. Many of you suggested I might be going drag racing (a reasonable assumption given the kit), while others reckoned I was merely taking sensible precautions prior to a hot lap passenger ride alongside Roger 'Fireball' Green. 

A few of you also said Bonneville Salt Flats. If you were amongst them then well done, your guess was correct.

Come mid-August I'll be in Utah, competing in what I believe to be one of the greatest motorsport events on Earth. Much like Pikes Peak (another passion of mine), Bonneville Speed Week is part racing, part tribal gathering. I'm sure the other teams and drivers will be as fascinating as the breathtaking array of cars and bikes entered, and I'm itching to experience what I suspect is the purest and most addictive motorsport there is. Bonneville veterans call it 'Salt Fever' and I really can't wait to catch it.

I could tell you what car I'm driving, but I like to keep you lot guessing so I'll give you a few hints, post a few pictures and leave you to it for a few days. Suffice to say it's not an obvious choice of car, nor is it what you'd expect from the manufacturer in question. In a way that's why it's going to be great fun and a real adventure, both for me as a driver and the guys charged with building and running the car. It sure is a great way to celebrate the 10th anniversary of your performance brand...

I'll post another blog on Wednesday June 8th where all will be revealed. Until then check the images below and get guessing!

All superfluous hardware and trim has been stripped from the car. It makes quite a pile!

Here's the interior, complete with immensely strong roll cage and skeletal Kirkey seat. Note torso-protecting 'wings'

If you're an engine spotter then this is probably a bit of a giveaway. Hoping the monster turbo should puff enough for 500-600bhp...