2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 Review

Automobile fascination coupled with a design spectacular car racing - it's the new Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS GT3. Racing AMG version of the SLS is designed as a sports car for customer participation in the racing series based on the FIA ??GT3 regulations. Warning light and optimized chassis, brakes and aerodynamics deliver uncompromising dynamics. The special supplement AMG Mercedes-Benz SLS will debut race in 2011.

The sleek design and the breathtaking form of the Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS was actually enhanced by targeted modifications to the bodywork. The new components made mainly of lightweight carbon fiber gives a clear indication of outstanding racetrack performance and extensive aerodynamic development work.

Forward, boasts of a GT3 race car new front skirt with enlarged air intakes. The wide opening in the grille with large specific Mercedes star and wing-shaped fins horizontal supply air to the discs engine oil cooler and brakes. The same function is served by two doses for the bi-xenon headlights vertically. Down Force on the front axle is courtesy of four external side mounted cops, and a carbon front splitter, it flows directly into the smooth underbody panel that connects to the rear diffuser.

The bonnet has a central opening of extraction of the heat engine when the openings in the front fenders in order to facilitate the flow of a wheel. weight optimization measures include the application of ultra-lightweight polycarbonate side and rear windows and the windscreen and, if desired.

The wings were extended forward and backward to accommodate large racing tires. With a width of 78.3 inches, the GT3 interpreter is a good 2 inches wider than the series production at Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS. The new thresholds based on the openings to cool the rear brakes, with the bottom, without any visible problems along the lower thresholds. Home pillar B fuel tank standard card system for rapid filling. The 31.7 liters fuel tank is located behind the driver.

Large carbon rear wing

Viewed from behind the Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS GT3 dominate its impressive size. First session through the tailgate rear spoiler in carbon fiber is widely adjustable and can facilitate the installation complete track to meet the individual property. New rear skirt suits two openings, which convey the air to the rear wheel arches. In addition, a visual highlight is the carbon fiber rear diffuser, rear axle stands gracefully in a continuation of a smooth surface, its form more downforce. General aerodynamic concept by Mercedes-Benz AMG GT3 SLS has been analyzed and defined through extensive testing in wind tunnel and on track.

The black exhaust pipes deliver a final appeal at the same time, property of the AMG eight-cylinder. The regulation consists of light rain in the tailgate - which must be ignited by the pilot in bad weather.

Near mass production 6.3-liter V8 AMG

As defined in the rules of the FIA ??GT3, the AMG 6.3-liter V8 is almost identical to the mass production of the vehicle. Thank you to its light weight, acceleration figures GT3 - 3.7 seconds to sprint from 0 to 60 km / h - is much less than the figures already very good for production vehicle. According to the train, top speed exceeding 186 km / h.

V8 AMG 6.3-liter dry-sump lubrication used in racing cars, too. Using a suction pump and pressure tank and external oil sump means that conventional oil can be omitted. This technology ensures reliable lubrication of the engine in high lateral acceleration, the kind usually seen on the ground.

dry sump lubrication also allows low mounting position for the V8 engine - one of the most important technological strengths of the Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS. The solution - the installation of eight cylinders as low as possible and as a front-engine mid-behind the front axle, combined with a layout of trans-axle transmission - resulting in excellent weight distribution.

six-speed transmission with sequential shift racing

Unlike the mass production of the vehicle, Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS GT3 is equipped with a six-speed sequential gearbox racing. Thanks to its compact design, racing package of income transfers offers significant benefits - in the final version of the GT3 is the ground clearance under the machine to mass production. Driver moves the gear shift levers on the steering wheel. The transmission is mounted directly on the rear axle and connected to the V8 engine through a torque tube, which is very high bending and torsional stiffness. This offers significant advantages when it comes to dynamics, because this is a sophisticated solution allows the entire disc is expected to play a lot less. In addition, traction control, multi-plate differential lock integrated into the transmission for excellent acceleration characteristics. Inside the torque tube, the shaft rotates at a speed.

As in the model of mass production, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class DTM touring, the shaft is carbon fiber.

Its long wheelbase, low center of gravity and wide track, SLS AMG concept is a pre-end path - the strengths are precise shifts of property, the agility of the first class, with low inertia, under the direction of the limit and sudden High cornering.

It requires only minor adjustments to complete the performance track. Lightweight aluminum frame with a double wishbone suspension at all four corners have been changed to take account of the kinematics of the lower vehicle height. The range of adjustment options to facilitate the optimal path changes according to individual properties and the weather variables. As well as the ability to change the spring and damper assembly is also free to change track and camber, the height of the vehicle and the front and rear legs.

Like SLS series AMG, the GT3 version also features a steering rack and pinion steering with speed-sensitive. The ratio of input to direct more agile handling even on the ground.

Racial AMG brake system with composite technology

Shortest distance for braking, the highest stability and optimum management guaranteed by the AMG racing brake system. All four corners of the brake discs of the composite technology motorsport testing. Axial and radial gray iron disks attached to a liquid aluminum cap with stainless steel components composite. This sophisticated technology allows for excellent heat dissipation and thus the reliable stability. Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS GT3 is equipped with a precise calculation of the cooling channels - the openings of the skirt front and rear wheels directly opposite the flow of fresh air to the brake discs. The four brake discs are vented, slotted and drilled. Six-pot fixed calipers on the rear axle and four-pot fixed calipers, finished in anthracite with AMG logo in white, provides plenty of pad surface. An antilock braking system with special options come standard racetrack.

Due to space constraints, AMG high-performance brake system with ceramic composite, optional on the production car, is not compatible with 18-inch wheels ordered by the FIA ??regulations.

AMG center-lock - 12x18 inches 13x18 inches front and rear - are equipped with racing tires in sizes 11.3 x 26.9 inches (front) and 12.4 x 27.9 inches (rear). Depending on the application, the slicks are available free to the intermediate or rain tires. The classic multi-spoke design aid ventilation of the braking system. quick pit stop and change the wheel are provided by the pneumatic jacking system integrated into the chassis. Four pneumatic pistons lift GT3 race car with about 7.5 inches, so the team in the pits to change tires racing double quick time.

Interior with racing bucket seat and the racing wheel

When opening gullwing doors, showing the Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS GT3 a functional layout with a strong race car print. The driver sits in a seat race seat features a six-point harness and the HANS (Head and Neck), which solves the helmet in place in case of accident, which minimizes the risk of injury. Additional security comes courtesy of the steel cage, which also contributes to the promotion of the proposed aluminum frame.

A flywheel with a diameter of 13 inches makes perfect control of the vehicle. Because it is opened up, the pilot always has a perfect view of the central screen, which contains all relevant information such as road speed, engine speed, operating temperature, lap time and gear selection. The steering wheel has a quick release mechanism that allows the entry and exit of the vehicle much easier. Switches on the steering wheel hub allow the driver to activate additional features such as radio pit, high beams, and the supply of drinking water. Additional controls are mounted on the center console and includes on / off function for the AMG V8 engine, traction control and reverse - in the case - the integrated fire extinguisher. Controls the balance of brake adjustment is placed on the torque tube tunnel.

A close relationship with GT3 and its mass production of the same level, as evidenced by the indicators, which is highly strained airfoil provides a visual width. Integrated into the dashboard of a highly distinctive vents galvanized "Silver Shadow" and adjustable nozzles to form a cross - its shape resembles a jet engine.

Deliveries to customers 'vehicles', starting in 2011

The new AMG Mercedes SLS GT3 developed in accordance with FIA GT3 regulations and are eligible to participate in all the GT3 racing series - including the popular 24 hours race of Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium and the Nurburgring in Germany. Interested customers can order the car starts in the fall of 2010, scheduled for delivery before the start of 2011 season. The approval process will be completed in March 2011.

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2011 Nissan ESFLOW Review

Meet the Geneva Motor Show Nissan shocking concept! This is ESFLOW, 100 percent electric rear-wheel-drive sports concept, which carries the battery technology of Nissan to the next level.

Unlike electric family car Nissan Leaf ESFLOW is designed as an electric model from scratch, so that company engineers to find the powertrain of the car for optimum weight distribution.

However, the use ESFLOW make the landing gear of the leaf, but optimized for performance. Each rear wheel has its own electric motor provides sufficient torque to allow the concept of acceleration from 0 to 62 mph in under five seconds. The motors allow the torque guide for precise handling.

It is powered by the same 24kw / h laminated lithium-ion batteries are used in Foglia. However ESFLOW they are in the front and rear axle for optimum weight distribution. A range of battery operated over 150 km - an improvement of 109 miles Leaf.

The use of an aluminum chassis to reduce weight, traction ESFLOW dramatic style is an evolution of the current 370Z. The head and taillights are especially striking because it seems cut from the vehicle body. The headlights also hide the charging stations for batteries.

Inside, the weight gain by sharing ESFLOW conventional seats for a pair of leather upholstered chairs gold still carved on the wall - the controller adjusts the steering wheel and pedals in place.

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Citroen C3 Picasso Review

Range of Citroen vehicles famous family is known for providing occupants with the amplitude levels and the Citroen C3 Picasso is no exception. Measuring 4.08 long, 1.73 m wide and 1.62 m high, hitting the car body shape as a cube, with short front and rear vertical, creates a large space in the cabin, while that soft, rounded curves soften the contours and give the car a happy appearance - an expression further exemplified by the sly smile of his smile lights. "

With Picasso's intuitive modular design, interior space is optimized to quickly and easily. To increase the volume of home or other division or rear legroom moving sliding rear seat back and forth independently and can also be folded with one hand movement effortlessly. This provides a completely flat load surface which extends to the front seatbacks and can be extended - to over 2.41 million - doubling again the front passenger seat completely.

Unrivalled in its roominess, the cabin length measures 1.66m - one of the longest in its class and a rival for a number of MPV in the segment above. Knee room is plentiful even with the rear bench moved forward and by using slim seat backs and bases on the front seats, rear passengers are given more space. Elbow Room to the front and rear is 1.43m and 1.40m respectively, another best for the segment.

Innovative storage

 

There is plenty of storage space offered by 500 liters under the rear parcel shelf, boot Citro�n C3 Picasso is one of the largest segment, and the rear bench down this aperture increases expansive 1506-liters.

Citroen C3 Picasso also features a removable boot floor, a smarter with the versatility of the entire car, which can be placed on two different levels. In the high position the floor is level with the boot sill for making loading easier and in the down position, the storage height is available at the rear.

When the rear seats folded down, a flat loading surface is created just behind the front seats and magnetic flaps fitted to the rear of the rear seats extend the flat surface between the bench and the boot floor. Whatever the position of the seats, a three-part roof luggage can be stored in the boot floor, completely conceals the boot contents.

The interior of Citro�n C3 Picasso also features a series of practical storage solutions like nifty boxes and reflective, pencil, non-slip surfaces and even a map holder - a place for each object and passenger. The glove box is ventilated on air-conditioned models and aircraft style trays can also be installed in the rear with reading lights and cupholders.

bubble light

With one of the largest glass panels in the segment - up to 4.52m2 - Citroen C3 Picasso is a bright and spacious place to be. Drivers provided a wonderful view on the way through high seating position and three-set car-part panoramic windscreen with its slim pillars creating a side vision angle of 29.5 � - another best in segment. A panoramic glass roof is also available which allows even more light into the cabin to increase feelings of well-being.

Interior innovation

Citroen C3 Picasso's cabin, pay particular attention to quality, in addition to its MPV rivals with ultra-soft dashboard surface materials, carefully decorated and the appearance of the premium graining.

Providing a portable light source in an emergency is a light clean dual function portable flash available. Built in the boot where it functions as a boot light, the gadget chip removed and used as a torch which is recharged when placed back in its holder.

by groups such as "wink" is set in the classic minivan, the central axis of the vehicle so that all passengers have access to the information booth, leaning slightly toward the driver, which is also transparent information to the driver as eye.

As for the dashboard, ergonomic design and convenient controls enhances the driving experience with easy access to the dashboard and an adjustable seat and steering wheel gearshift.

Pleasure Driving

Robust and agile with a compact design, the latest Citro�n MPV is perfect for city driving with its vertical rear end making parking easy. turning circle and agile handling that the Citro�n C3 Picasso an asset in congested areas and a sedan like ride with a high driving position, thanks to the panoramic windscreen on three sides, leaving the driver with confidence.

The designers of the Citroen C3 Picasso also paid special attention to the acoustics resulting in excellent sound insulation for occupants. Soundproofing has been focused on the source of the noise with emphasis on reducing the highest tones. Citro�n also took great care in sealing the vehicle with high performance inflated inserts and double sealing around the openings of the body, where an immediate reduction in perceived external noise.

With the driving easier and safer to mind a number of grants available, such as rear parking assistant, cruise control and limiter / integrated navigation system.

New Citroen NaviDrive has a color 7-inch widescreen, later enlarged Europe satellite navigation software with live updates of traffic, CD player and MP3/WMA � Bluetooth Hands Free Kit. iPods can also be connected through an auxiliary jack.

Security

Citro�n's award-winning range of family vehicles has consistently maintained a solid reputation for being safe and secure and the Citroen C3 Picasso is no exception. With ESP available and protection throughout the horizon of up to six airbags (front, side and curtain), active restraint systems, a warning system safety belt, ABS with EBD and EBA automatic activation of emergency lights Isofix anchor points, automatic locking rear doors and windows and a mirror rear-view special child, the C3 Picasso is a safe, ideal for families.

Motors

Meet the needs of customers looking for agile city performance coupled with MPV fuel economy of long distance, the Citroen C3 Picasso will be available with a choice of two new petrol engines and two HDi diesel units.

Two petrol units - VTi 95 and VTi 120 - are from a new generation of engines developed in cooperation with BMW and combine efficient economy and responsive to lower CO2 emissions - VTi 120 already complies with future Euro 5 pollution standards. Both diesel units - HDi 90 and HDi DPF 110 - are from Citro�n impressive HDi line and boasts low emission combined cycle CO2 125 g 130 g / km, respectively.

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2011 Bugatti Veyron Review

Bugatti is one of the oldest automotive brand, and plans to make a comeback to the public and very hard with what may be the fastest car to ever hit the asphalt.
After what seems like years of teasing us with prototypes, mock sketches and the odd mention of a 1001 hp engine brake, the Bugatti Veyron is finally finished and sold on European markets in late 2006, and the Americas and Asia / Pacific areas thereafter.
While the Bugatti name is essentially Italian, Carlo Bugatti left (father of Ettore Buggati) Milan to France in 1904, built the brand from their car in Molsheim, France.

Today, the Bugatti name is owned by Volkswagen and the new Veyron supercar has been designed by the Germans, but despite that many diehard fans Bugatti is still happy with the look of the car.
Bugatti Veyron was formally announced as ready to go by Volkswagen in Monte Carlo recently.

The automaker also released official pictures of the production car (pictured right), which is slightly different than the Veyron presented at the Salon de l'Automobile in Geneva 2002.


First, a long, healthy Bugatti - which measures 4.5 meters on the grid is "zorst, and a massive 2.0 meters wide - can be slightly re-jigged headlights and a pair of additional air intakes, such as front wheels just behind the hotel.

Currently, however, the Bugatti is a giant exotic proposals, both in terms of style and performance.

Twin suction nozzles mounted on the roof help funnel cool air to the engine mounted in the middle, while the practice, they add a lot of visual effects.

Volkswagen goal was to create the world's fastest vehicles, something that can be driven on the road, problems, or right-royally knocked off.

As such, one of the first hurdles the company faced when developing a killer 16-cylinder engine, was to make sure it was aerodynamically sound.

To be able to reach speeds over 400 km / h, while providing linear handling characteristics, the Veyron's body had to be elegant, but in the car and out of sight are the types of floor effects most commonly seen in Formula One cars

Volkswagen paid much attention to the front and rear spoilers, and the company estimates that the new Veyron hold more corner speed may be better to get more power when exiting corners and also slow down more rapidly under brakes thanks for all the painstaking work that exercised in a wind tunnel.

The most impressive aspect of the new Veyron supercar has to be the 16-cylinder engine, located behind the driver (mid mount) for a low center of gravity, ergo, in turn improves the handling characteristics and general.

Rather than trying to squeeze 16 cylinders in V form, the Volkswagen came up with a lot of compact idea a few years ago - configuration "W". In a nutshell, is basically two 4.0-liter V8, which share the same engine, which makes it more compact size compared to the same V12s.

This huge 8.0-liter W16 has four valves per cylinder - with a total of 64 valves - and a highly sophisticated forced induction, belts to 1001 horsepower, or 736kW @ 6000rpm.

Just to put that in perspective, the Veyron generates more power than four of the powerful Subaru WRXs handset.

Aluminum and magnesium (to keep the weight down), 7993cc W16-fired power plant has four turbochargers and four camshafts, one for each bank of four cylinders accordingly.

With a 9.0:1 compression ratio and variable valve timing system allows the quad-turbo to increase bottom of the car, while providing a higher torque at the same time: 1250Nm torque @ 2200-5500rpm. The closest any other production car comes to this impressive figure is the Mercedes CL 65 AMG, which pumps at 1000nm its V12 twin-turbo 6.0-liter.

The new Bugatti is fitted with a brand new transmission semi-manual 7-speed, which is operated by paddles behind the steering wheel in leather. On average, the double clutch takes only 0.2 seconds to change gears, which is faster (on average) of a traditional textbook.

In the real world, this 736kW and 1250Nm combines a 7-speed, four-wheel drive transmission and the empty weight of 1600 kg making Bugatti Veyron is 100 km / h in 2.9 seconds remaining. E 'extremely fast.

If this is not enough, the block four-wheel drive exotic hit 300 km / h in 14.0 seconds flat and can cruise at 400 kmh with ease. The car is electronically limited to 400 km / h (248 mph), but if the restriction cut 8.0 liters would be capable of at least 450 km / h, perhaps more if the final drive and injection Fuel mapping was tweeked.

To accelerate safely and reliably to 400 km / h, the Veyron uses specially designed Michelin tires, which use what is called the Pax system. The tires are able to cope with the stress of 400 km / h speeds, and also have a special pressure control and ability to execute plans, so that even if a puncture at high speed, things going all pear shaped.

So at the end of the day, Volkswagen has not only built one hell of a coupe, but has now also boast the fastest car in the world - and a direct blow to the likes of McLaren F1, Lamborghini Murcielago and Ford GT.

Bugatti Veyron is expected to cost about 750,000 �, which is about 1.3 million U.S. dollars in local currency. It is expected that a handful will make their way to Australia, but most are sold in Europe.

The new four-wheel drive Veyron has more power than the crop of Formula One cars, and its massive 8.0-liter, four-engine turbo, carbon fiber reinforced chassis and aluminum body, there are few cars on the track today, combine such technical sophistication with the view that it is quite unusual, but strangely attractive.

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2011 Spyker C8 Aileron Spyder Review

Spyker Cars, manufacturer of exclusive, hand-crafted sports cars since 2000, today introduced the first prototype of the Spyder version of its all-new second-generation sports car, the Spyker C8 Aileron. The Spyker C8 Aileron Spyder was unveiled at the Spyker lounge on Peter Hay Hill on Saturday, and subsequently displayed on the concept lawn at the 59th Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance on Sunday.
Spyker Cars announced the development of a convertible C8 Aileron Spyder in March at the Geneva Auto Show, during the introduction of the production version of the Spyker C8 Aileron. The car presented today is the first prototype for the open-top model, scheduled to go into production in the first half of 2010.

'Spyker Cars has taken the next step in our short but intense history with the launch of our second-generation sports car,' said Victor R. Muller, Spyker Cars' founder and Chief Executive Officer. 'We are currently presenting the first Spyker C8 Ailerons to customers, dealers and press around the world, and the response has been very enthusiastic.'
'The C8 Aileron Spyder is a logical extension to our range of vehicles, since we have both hard-top and convertible versions of the short-wheelbase model,' said Muller. 'The Aileron Spyder will offer open-top motoring along with all the usual Spyker characteristics, striking aviation-inspired styling and hand-crafted quality, based on the exclusive use of noble materials.'

The Spyker C8 Aileron Spyder

The Spyker C8 Aileron Spyder sports a high-quality, semi-automatic canvas soft-top. The roof's operation is electric/hydraulic, secured by one central latch operated manually.

Once folded, the soft-top is totally enclosed within the body of the car, allowing for an undisturbed profile. The roof retracts under an aluminium tonneau, with two buttresses upholstered in quilted Hulshof leather (matching the car's interior) and featuring the company's motto 'Nulla Tenaci Invia Est Via' ('For the tenacious, no road is impassable'). The soft top has a glass rear window and is available in eight colours.

The Aileron Spyder features a luggage rack, CNC-machined from solid billets of aluminium, mounted immediately behind the roll hoops, on which a wing-shaped aluminium case is strapped. The case is trimmed in the same quilted leather as the interior and buttresses.

Spyker C8 Aileron: the new-generation Spyker

The Spyker C8 Aileron is an advanced mid-engine, two-seat sports car, featuring a longer wheelbase than Spyker's existing sports cars, the C8 Laviolette and convertible C8 Spyder. The Aileron is characterized by a distinctive design, lightweight all-aluminium body construction and an uncompromising engineering package. The Spyker C8 Aileron is hand-crafted, using only the finest bespoke materials to create a unique automotive statement.

The Aileron features an all-aluminium V8 engine producing 400 bhp and generating 354 lbs of torque at 3,400 rpm. The engine is paired to a manual six-speed gearbox, driving the rear wheels via a limited slip differential. For the first time, Spyker is offering an optional automatic transmission on the C8 Aileron. The Aileron delivers a top speed of 300km/h (187 mph) and accelerates from standstill to 60 mph in a mere 4.5 seconds.

Optional features include a turned aluminium dashboard fascia, elegant 19-inch directional rotor wheels, branded Rotorblade(TM), quilted leather detailing for the cockpit and Chronoswiss dashboard instruments. Additionally, complete custom and unique finishes are available for the experienced connoisseur. Customers may also order a 5-piece Louis Vuitton luggage set exclusively made for Spyker. 

Chassis

The Spyker C8 Aileron's all-aluminium space frame was completely redesigned with the objective to increase torsional rigidity and to incorporate an all-new suspension system designed and supplied by Lotus. These characteristics provide an ideal foundation for enhanced vehicle dynamics.

Moreover, the C8 Aileron's dimensions have been optimised for more interior space and to accommodate the optional automatic gearbox. Compared to the short wheelbase of the first-generation cars - the Spyker C8 Laviolette and C8 Spyder - the wheelbase of the C8 Aileron is 150 mm longer, providing more driving comfort and stability at high speeds. Its front track has increased by 6.1 inches (155 mm). The total dimensions of the front and rear track are now 63.98 inches (1625 mm) and 64.76 inches (1645 mm) respectively, which improves road handling significantly.

Spyker has put tremendous effort in the spaceframe performance of the C8 Aileron, specifically the structure's efficiency. The utilisation of modern finite elements and numerical optimisation methods has allowed Spyker's engineers to arrive at an exceptionally stiff structure of 29.500Nm/degree. Rigid-node and load-path technology has been employed in order to ensure that the minimum amount of aluminium is used to achieve this performance, thus reducing the overall weight of the vehicle.� The dynamic stiffness characteristics of the structure have been carefully tuned in order to minimise unwanted cabin noises and vibrations, which may otherwise detract from the driving experience.� These technologies and measures have allowed Spyker to arrive at the most efficient chassis in its history and certainly one of the best in class.

Design

The design of the hand-crafted Spyker C8 Aileron and Aileron Spyder represents the latest evolution of Spyker's signature architecture, which is heavily inspired by the company's aviation heritage. In the first-generation cars, the propeller design was consistently applied to many elements of the vehicles. Within the design of the new Spyker C8 Aileron, the emphasis was shifted from the propeller propulsion to the turbine propulsion. As a result, for instance, the bright polished air inlets were converted into turbine-engine-shaped air scoops.

In order to enhance the aerodynamic performance of the car, several changes in styling were made. Most of the shark-like gills have been abandoned, which results in a cleaner, smoother appearance. The front end is now characterized by a larger grille that allows additional cooling. Also the rear diffuser was redesigned for improved functionality. An extra spoiler has been placed under the diffuser, providing additional down force to boost the ground effect produced by the diffuser.

Sometimes practicality gains over design: the split side windows with the characteristic metal frame have been replaced by single-pane side windows that are fully retractable, improving driving comfort.

The outside mirrors, standard in body colour, were redesigned and the mirror body is mounted on two turbine fan blades.

The rear lights are made of LEDs (light-emitting diodes). LED lights were also used for the indicators and the sidelights in the redesigned headlight units. The style of the headlights is particularly eye-catching as they follow the body design more closely. This characteristic styling can be defined as a part of the (future) Spyker identity first seen on the Spyker C12 Laturbie and subsequently in the Spyker D8 Peking-to-Paris, which will use the identical headlight units to those of the Aileron.

The C8 Aileron Spyder is available in 16 standard colours, but customers may choose any colour they wish as an option, as well as the Spyker Squadron GT2 colour scheme.� The standard colours have been developed by Sikkens Autolakken Nederland and AkzoNobel Car Refinishes. Spyker selected these companies because of their high quality standards and their ability to meet special requirements. Some of the standard colours have been created especially for the C8 Aileron.

Drivetrain

The Spyker C8 Aileron uses the Audi 4.2 litre V8 engine, delivering 400 bhp and is available with two transmission alternatives. The first one is a 6-speed Getrag manual gearbox, with ratios perfectly matched to the V8 engine. A ZF 6-speed automatic gearbox is optional, which comes standard with paddle shifts behind the �teering wheel. Both transmissions retain Spyker's trademark exposed gear change mechanism.

Interior

Thanks to its longer chassis, the Spyker C8 Aileron has more interior space, which results in a higher comfort level and improved ergonomics. The interior, with its signature Spyker attention to detail, is made of the highest quality leather, from the Litano range of the Dutch Royal Tannery Hulshof. The leather interior is available in 14 standard colours, but any other colour - if desired by the customer - can be ordered as an option.

The brushed aluminium dashboard was completely redesigned to suit the new Spyker identity and to improve ergonomics and functionality, including driver and passenger airbags. Air vents are designed in turbine style and the performance and distribution of the air conditioning was improved significantly. A multifunctional LCD display is integrated between the speedometer and the odometer. The middle console accommodates the standard Kharma sound system (see In-Car Entertainment). A turned aluminium dashboard, as well as Chronoswiss (Spyker's watch manufacturing partner) dials and switches, are available as an option.

More space was created around the Spyker's characteristic floor-mounted pedal box. The impression of professional functionality and ergonomic styling is enhanced by the optimised positioning of the door handle and the hand-brake lever. 

In-Car Entertainment

With more cars going into the market and the increased popularity of the iPod and similar products, demand rose for a standard factory-fitted sound system. As a result, every Spyker C8 Aileron will feature a Kharma audio system as standard equipment, incorporating a digital radio, Bluetooth interface, iPod connectivity and a navigation system. The Kharma sound system offers a turbine-shaped control mounted on the central gearlever bar and a dashboard display, paired to six Kharma loudspeakers. It can be upgraded with an optional audio package.

The presence of a Kharma sound system in the Spyker C8 Aileron marks Kharma's debut in the world of automotive entertainment. Kharma International produces high-end audio products, sold worldwide through a network of highly qualified distributors and dealers. All Kharma sound systems are developed, assembled and tested in the Netherlands, with the utmost care by a team of highly engaged specialists. These characteristics of high-quality products and exclusiveness are fully in line with Spyker's brand values of craftsmanship and exclusivity.

Suspension & Wheels

The C8 Aileron is fitted with a brand new front and rear independent double-wishbone suspension system developed by Lotus. The new suspension system includes a new kinematic layout of the front and rear suspension, front and rear stabilizer bars, mono-tube dampers, coil over damper steel springs, anti-dive and anti-squat setup for improved handling properties. The suspension components are made of forged aluminium where possible, to keep the vehicle's unsprung weight as low as possible. Shock absorbers are placed vertically within the wishbones.

The Aeroblade(TM) wheels of the first-generation cars are replaced by newly-designed 19-inch alloy wheels. New 12-blade, 19-inch directional rotor wheels, branded Rotorblade(TM), are available as an option. These wheels are inspired by the turbine blades of a jet engine, which hints at the new styling direction while respecting the aviation heritage. The 235/35 size tires in front and up to 295/30 at the rear provide exceptional handling.

Brakes

The C8 Aileron's brakes are supplied by AP Racing, a partner from day one. Black brake callipers with Spyker script are standard. Colour-coded callipers with Spyker script can be ordered as an option. Carbon ceramic brakes will be available as an option soon.

Warranty

The Spyker C8 Aileron comes with an unlimited 3-year manufacturer's warranty.





 

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