Showing posts with label Supercars. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Supercars. Show all posts

Sunday, September 4, 2011

The De Macross GT1, Canada's Supercar The Exotic Sports Cars

The De Macross GT1, Canada's Supercar The Exotic Sports Cars
The newest and the only super car from Canada is heading fast towards its production line. Beauty in the eye of......Canadians. This is a completely homespun supercar that we can be proud of. Early indications point to a vehicle that will be every bit a match for the world's best Super Sport Cars. It is an attempt to disturb the calm of minds of the big three and smaller sports car manufacturers present in North America and abroad.
The De Macross GT1, Canada's Supercar The Exotic Sports Cars
Jahong Hur who has founded the company has put his caliber in the designing of the newly developed super car. In the process of doing so, he proved that if someone wants something badly enough, it is always possible to realize that. Thanks to a wealthy Korean businessman, Canada's Multimatic Inc. is now in the business of building exotic sports cars.
The De Macross GT1, Canada's Supercar The Exotic Sports Cars
Mr Johang Hur loves cars and wanted transportation evocative of the Le Mans cars of the '60s but suitable for street driving. For the creation he went to Ontario's Multimatic, responsible for no less than building the Mustang Boss 302R for Ford Racing and the Canadian homologation of the Ford GT. They also build the carbon-fiber monocoque passenger cell for the Aston Martin One-77.
The De Macross GT1, Canada's Supercar The Exotic Sports Cars
Canada is not exactly a mecca for exotic car creation. We're known more for our Corollas than Europe's Paganis, Bugattis and Koenigseggs. That is, until recently: First came Quebec's Pléthore LC-750 and now, almost out of the blue, the De Macross GT1, the first super sports car from upstart, Vancouver-based automaker De Macross Motors Corporation (DMMC).
The De Macross GT1, Canada's Supercar The Exotic Sports Cars
Working closely with Multimatic Engineering, a motorsports engineering firm that has worked with the likes of Shelby Automotive and Aston Martin in the past, The De Macross GT1, Canada's Supercar The Exotic Sports Cars has created a new mid-engine supercar platform composed of an aluminum monocoque tub structure, with integrated front and rear sub-frame modules for suspension, steering, engine and driveline mounting.
The De Macross GT1, Canada's Supercar The Exotic Sports Cars
Multimatic is a Canadian company supplying components, systems and services to the global auto industry. With its headquarters located in Markham, Ontario, it operates several divisions in North America, Europe and Asia, and has manufacturing ties in South America and Australia.
The De Macross GT1, Canada's Supercar The Exotic Sports Cars
Its core activities lie in the manufacture of stampings, welded assemblies, mechanisms, and suspension components. It is also involved in the design and development of automotive body and chassis systems.
The De Macross GT1, Canada's Supercar The Exotic Sports Cars
The platform also combines plenty of carbon fiber and has been structurally optimized to provide a stiff and stable platform at the lowest possible weight, while meeting global safety standards. Installed within this structure is an independently adjustable push-rod suspension system similar to that used in F1. There is also a hydraulic anti-roll device similar to that used by the new McLaren MP4-12C supercar.
The De Macross GT1, Canada's Supercar The Exotic Sports Cars
Unveiled to the world early this year at the Multimatic headquarters outside of Toronto, the GT1 is no fly-by-night prototype, but a production-ready machine that hits all of the high notes expected of a hand-built, rear-drive super car: aluminum and carbon-fibre construction, power The De Macross GT1, Canada's Supercar The Exotic Sports Cars comes from the aforementioned Roush 5.4-liter V8 connected to a six-speed manual, a top-speed near 350 km/h and of course, a million-dollar price tag. The goal is to produce more than 800 hp and 700 lb-ft of torque, enough they think to propel The De Macross GT1, Canada's Supercar The Exotic Sports Cars to 62 mph in approximately 3.5 seconds.
The De Macross GT1, Canada's Supercar The Exotic Sports Cars
The Multimatic team is heading to Florida in March to begin fine-tuning the car's dynamics on-track, but will return to the True North, Strong and Free once the snow disappears. The company has a long-term relationship with Calabogie Motorsports Park west of Ottawa as a location for homegrown vehicle development work.
The De Macross GT1, Canada's Supercar The Exotic Sports Cars will likely begin sales of the GT1 towards the middle of this year through what Wang describes as a "one-on-one type of sales and delivery process you'd expect from this caliber of car." The on-sale date will coincide with a world tour to introduce the globe to Canada's newest super car.

Thursday, June 16, 2011

2011 Jaguar Sport Cars E-Type Speedster

 2011 Jaguar Sport Cars E-Type Speedster
2011 Jaguar Sport Cars E-Type Speedster – Eagle, the exclusive Eagle E-Type car makers, upgraded with further muscular styling, more fresh classic details, completed with the contemporary supercar performance.
2011 Jaguar Sport Cars E-Type Speedster
It is inspired by one of the most iconic sports cars and most handsome of all time UK: Jaguar E-Type sensual from the sixties. Enzo Ferrari once said that the Jaguar E-type original is “the most beautiful car ever made.” Now there is a remake worthy of wearing the badge.
2011 Jaguar Sport Cars E-Type Speedster
This Jaguar Sport Cars E-Type Speedster made its public debut at the Salon PrivĂ© 2011, the luxury supercar Concours d’Elegance, which will be held at Syon House in west London on 22 and 24th June 2011. This 2011 Jaguar Sport Cars E-Type Speedster special model will be limited to only 50 units and will be priced at 100,300 euro, or about $144,000 at the current exchange rates.
2011 Jaguar Sport Cars E-Type Speedster
Eagle, makers of the exclusive Eagle E-Type, showcases the world's most exclusive hand built car - the 2011 Jaguar Sport Cars E-Type Speedster - an authentic Jaguar E-Type from the 1960s reworked with more muscular styling, fresh classic detailing, and the performance of a contemporary supercar.
2011 Jaguar Sport Cars E-Type Speedster
Henry Pearman, the founder of Eagle, says of the new Speedster : "The elements in this remarkable alchemy are an original Jaguar E-Type, thirty years of dedicated experience, and the absolute cream of our widely acclaimed engineering developments and upgrades." Eagle has a global reputation as an E-Type specialist, and offers an unparalleled collection of magnificent E-Types for sale, ranging from the earliest original specification dealer launch examples through to fully developed cars.
2011 Jaguar Sport Cars E-Type Speedster is powered by 4.7 litre engine, five-speed gearbox, aluminium Power Lock differential, fuel injection with individual throttle bodies and ECU, in line-six cylinder engine, delivers maximum power of  310bhp @ 4800rpm and  340lb ft @ 3600rpm of torque.
2011 Jaguar Sport Cars E-Type Speedster
Beneath the 2011 Jaguar Sport Cars E-Type Speedster Lightweight’s amazing beautiful body, each component has been carefully and skilfully re-developed, improved and lightened, results in a handmade automotive masterpiece with a weight of 1000kg only.
2011 Jaguar Sport Cars E-Type Speedster
The technical tour de force is the original Lightweight E-Type based aluminium 4.7 litre fuel injected engine and aluminium drive train. While retaining an external appearance identical to the original, they enable the car to offer a power- to- weight ratio matching that of the very latest Porsche 911 Turbo.
2011 Jaguar Sport Cars E-Type Speedster
Jaguar Sport Cars E-Type Speedster Specification :
    * Engine: 4.7 litre, aluminium in line 6 cylinder, longitudinal front mounted
    * Cylinder head: Aluminium twin cam big valve.
    * Max power: 310bhp @ 4800rpm
    * Max Torque: 340lb ft @ 3600rpm
    * Fuelling: Fuel injection with individual throttle bodies and ECU
    * Transmission: Aluminium 5 speed gearbox, aluminium Power Lock differential
    * Suspension: Independent wishbones, 6 high tech adjustable dampers, anti roll bars and rear radius arms
    * Brakes: 315mm/280mm drilled and vented discs, Aluminium 4 pot calipers, servo assistance
    * Steering: Rack and pinion
    * Wheels: 6 x 16 front, 7.5 x 16 rear, aluminium rims with stainless steel spokes
    * Tyres: 225/55 x 16 front, 245/55 x 16 rear
    * Weight: 1008kg dry
    * 0-60mph: under 5 seconds
    * Top speed: 160mph plus
    * Height: 1000mm
    * Length: 4260mm
    * Width: 1740mm

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

2011 Joss Super Cars JP1 Australian Sport Cars

2011 Joss Super Cars JP1 Australian Sport Cars
The JOSS supercar was a concept first penned by Matt Thomas in 2006. Thomas’ extensive experience as an automotive designer in Europe, Australia and North America has seen the project progress from a dream to reality over the past decade. The team hopes the first Australian supercar will be available in Australia from 2011. You may be thinking this is the Mclaren F1, it has the same shaped nose and headlights. It has the same rear round tail lights and even the doors open up the same but its not. This is infact a new supercar from Australian based, Joss Developments Limited and its called the Joss JP1.
2011 Joss Super Cars JP1, Australia’s sports car design is good, seen from the butterfly-style doors, the front of the 2011 Joss Super Cars JP1 Australian Sport Cars which is almost like McLaren, but more modest, and the rear is more like a Ferrari. The Melbourne-based firm behind the Joss JP1, Australia’s first production supercar, has released a teaser image of the car as the project nears completion. Under the black cloth lies a 1:1-scale clay model which will will be used to determine the supercar’s final aerodynamic design with the finishing touches to be applied at the company’s Advanced Automotive Design Studio in Melbourne. The overall design will adhere to the classic form of a mid-engined GT sports car while underneath the mechanics will resemble a high-performance race car.
2011 Joss Super Cars JP1 Australian Sport Cars
CarAdvice can exclusively reveal that Australian company JOSS Developments Limited, developers of the soon-to-be  2011 Joss Super Cars JP1 Australian Sport Cars, are on the brink of signing a multi-million dollar deal with Mercedes-Benz that will secure the rights to use a revised version of the European manufacturer’s petrol AMG engine in its supercar, according to an inside source. The alleged deal with Mercedes-Benz comes days after JOSS Developments Limited announced a $1.2-million partnership with Ballarat company Albins Off Road Gear. The Ballarat company is the largest high-performance transmission manufacturer in the southern hemisphere and has been tasked with designing a mid-mounted transaxle for the Aussie supercar.
2011 Joss Super Cars JP1 Australian Sport Cars
Glenn Draffin, JOSS Developments Limited CEO, said: “There has been a lot of behind-the-scenes development work carried out by our engineering team and the transmission partnership with Albins is one of several exciting developments that JOSS will be announcing over the coming months, “This transmission will set a new standard and is a key component in JOSS’ planned 300km/h supercar.”
2011 Joss Super Cars JP1 Australian Sport Cars
While not confirming the information from our inside source, Technical Director Matt Thomas told CarAdvice today: “…we have worked very hard and for quite some time towards securing a proper and complete engine supply and support deal with this leading European manufacturer. “The news when released will be fantastic for the Australian automotive industry as there has never been an engine agreement of this caliber structured for a local vehicle before.”
The 2011 Joss Super Cars JP1 Australian Sport Cars is a two seater supercar with an ultra light composite honeycomb sub-frame decked in a carbon fiber body and weighting only 940 kg. It hides a mid mounted aluminum V8 engine which is able to produce 500 HP and its connected to a six speed manual transmission. Thanks to the supercars light weight and its powerful V8 engine it has an amazing power to weight ratio that makes this car as fast as a rocket! This car is able to hit 60mph (100 km/h) from standstill in just 3.0 seconds, it can do the quarter mile in under 11 seconds and it could reach a breathtaking top speed of 340 km/h (211 mph).
2011 Joss Super Cars JP1 Australian Sport Cars
Prepare to shell out some serious dough for a chance to own Australia’s very own supercar, something to the tune of AU$500,000, which, surprisingly translates to somewhere around US$530,000 or around €373,000.
2011 Joss Super Cars JP1 Australian Sport Cars

Thursday, May 26, 2011

2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Superamerica 45

2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Superamerica 45
The Ferrari sports car was build for Peter Kalikow, a Ferrari collector from New York, the rich people, who is a real estate entrepreneur, to celebrate that he’s a Ferrari client and driver for 45 years. The Ferrari Superamerica 45 is styled internally by Ferrari Design and engineered and built in-house. The sports car features an unique roof system which opens the roof-top by fliping it backwards.
2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Superamerica 45
The Special Projects Ferrari Superamerica 45 is a unique one-off model. The 2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Superamerica 45 model was built in-house and styled internally by Ferrari Design, making its public debut on the 20th of May at the Villa d'Este Concorso d'Eleganza. When open, the roof is housed by an entirely new boot, while the design appears to be bespoke, featuring a carbon-fiber rotating hard-top which integrates a rear screen.
The 2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Superamerica 45 is built around an aluminium spaceframe chassis similar to the limited production 599 Aperta roadster. Power comes from the very potent V12 also used in the 599 GTO. Based on the engine originally used for the Enzo, it produces well over 650 bhp. This is transferred to the rear wheels by a semi-automatic gearbox, which is operated by paddles behind the steering wheel. Carbon ceramic discs ensure that the 2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Superamerica 45 can slow down as fast as it can accelerate.
2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Superamerica 45
Like 400 Superamerica Cabriolet, the new 2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Superamerica 45 is finished in a lovely metallic blue paint, which is further accentuated by blue carbon-fibre sections and polished aluminium A-pillars and wing mirrors. Additional vents in the front wings and a spoiler on the tail set the car further apart from the 'standard' 599. The latter was a necessary addition to create sufficient downforce and stability at high speeds. The interior is refined by a carefully selected combination of Cuoio leather trim and Blu Scuro carbon fiber details. The driver will also enjoy a latest-generation touch-screen infotainment system.
2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Superamerica 45
While the 2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Superamerica 45 did make its public debut at Villa d'Este, it was not yet officially delivered. Ever the perfectionist, Kalikow pointed out several details that still need changing before the car is really 'ready'. Among them were the lining on the roof, which will most likely be changed to the same tan leather as the rest of the interior and the door handles, which still need to receive the Kalikow's initials as previously seen on the 612 Kappa.
2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Superamerica 45
When Kalikow does take official delivery of the car, he intends to use it extensively on the road, like he does with a vast majority of the fabulous Ferraris in his collection. We, particularly, can't wait to see the Superamerica 45 next to the 400 Superamerica Cabriolet that inspired this project.
2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Superamerica 45
Specifications :
Key: AT - automatic transmission, MT - manual transmission, F/R/AWD - front/rear/all wheel drive
Powertrain : Type     V12
Displacement  :   366 cu in (5999 cc)
Power  :     620 hp @ 7600 rpm
Torque :     448 lb-ft @ 5600 rpm
Driveline :    Rear Wheel Drive
Brakes & Tires :  Brakes Front - Rear     Ventilated Discs - Ventilated Discs
Tire Size Front - Rear     245/40 R19 - 305/35 R20
2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Superamerica 45

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Ferrari Sport Cars Ferrari 612 GTS Pavesi

Ferrari Sport Cars Ferrari 612 GTS Pavesi
The name “Pavesi” is also shared with an Italian go-kart engine manufacturer. Dubbed 612 GTS Pavesi, the latest product from Ferari's own customization program is named after an Italian manufacturer of go-kart engines, Luxist reports. Until Italian sports car manufacturer Ferrari launches the replacement for the 612 Scaglietti at next year’s Geneva Auto Show, we’ll just have to settle with a one-off version of the model. Ferrari builts exclusive modification supercar 612 Scaglietti for one of its customers, which was called GTS Pavesi and there is only single copy.
Ferrari Sport Cars Ferrari 612 GTS Pavesi
This particular 612 was allegedly done by Ferrari’s in-house customization program, and also sports cars a Tubi exhaust and an apparent output of 550 horsepower, a custom exhaust system and some extra 20 horsepower for a total of 550 hp. A special version of a supercar has a new roof with two removable sections that turn the car into the likeness of Targ, two-tone paint finishes, another front bumper, a different exhaust system, as well as boosted from 540 to 560 horsepower 5.7-liter gasoline engine dvenadtsatitsilindrovy. Standard Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is capable to accelerate from zero to one hundred kilometers per hour in four seconds and reach a top speed of 315 kilometers per hour. Dynamic characteristics modification Ferrari Sport Cars Ferrari 612 GTS Pavesi not yet known.
Ferrari Sport Cars Ferrari 612 GTS Pavesi
The power of the Ferrari Sport Cars Ferrari 612 GTS Pavesi comes from a 5.7-liter V12 engine that develops 550 hp (410 kW) and 443 lb ft (600 Nm) of torque, which is more than standard. We bet the 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) acceleration time and the top speed have also been improved on the Ferrari Sport Cars Ferrari 612 GTS Pavesi in comparison to the standard car. This unique Ferrari Sport Cars Ferrari 612 GTS Pavesi supercar also comes with a pair of removable carbon-fiber roof panels up top, a revised front end and a unique two-tone silver and black paint scheme.
Ferrari Sport Cars Ferrari 612 GTS Pavesi
The 612 Scaglietii has entered in the Ferrari stable in 2004, designed to replace the 456 M. The name of the 612 one-off is taken after the home town of one of Ferrari's coach builders, Carozzeria Scaglietti. The 612 stood out from other Ferraris thanks to the large side scallops and the headlights that are reminiscent of the 375 MM. The engine used on the 612 is an 5.7 V12 that was also used on the 575 Maranello, the Tipo F133E that produces 533 hp and is able to propel the car to a top speed 315 km/h (199 mph).
Ferrari Sport Cars Ferrari 612 GTS Pavesi
The name “Pavesi” is also shared with an Italian go-kart engine manufacturer, giving a clue to who the owner may be. The carbon fiber roof must have cost a lot to engineer and install, and only an industrial magnate would have the budget for such an expenditure. No official details of the Ferrari Sport Cars Ferrari 612 GTS Pavesi have been released and probably never will.

Saturday, May 14, 2011

2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Super America 45

2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Super America 45
The Ferrari Sport Cars is going to premiere in this year’s Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este shown a new model, called the 2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Super America 45. Ferrari says the Super America 45 is a one-off bespoke model commissioned by a wealthy New York enthusiast.
2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Super America 45
Ferrari said the 2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Super America 45, is a single model of New York fans are rich custom made. Ferrari did not disclose any details regarding the new 2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Super America 45, apart from the fact that it’s powered by a 6.0-liter, V12 engine and it’s a convertible.
2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Super America 45
It is not for Ferrari to build unique vehicles for special customers rarity. Such a measure, the super sports car Glickenhaus P4 / 5 Ferrari, which is also shown at the 2011 Concorso. Over the years, many famous and rich people approached Ferrari, Pininfarina and other high-end manufacturers to build special cars.
2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Super America 45
One of the famous cases is the one of film director Roberto Rossellini who had a special car built for his wife, Ingrid Bergman.
2011 Ferrari Sport Cars Super America 45

Monday, March 7, 2011

2012 Koenigsegg Sports Cars Agera R

2012 Koenigsegg Sports Cars Agera R
At the 2011 Geneva Motor Show Koenigsegg is presenting the brand new Koenigsegg Agera R - Quicker than lightning! The name Agera set the tone for the new project. Agera means "to take action" in Swedish. It is also short for the ancient Greek word Ageratos which means "ageless". These two are very suitable meanings, for the car building the future of Koenigsegg.
2012 Koenigsegg Sports Cars Agera R
The 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is designed with the minimalistic "less is more" philosophy in mind. This philosophy means that the shape of the car has to be purely functional with no added features except those purely needed to meet regulation, added safety, ergonomics, practicality and aerodynamics. Koenigsegg believes that if this philosophy is followed, the car will also be beautiful as it is purely purposeful.
2012 Koenigsegg Sports Cars Agera R
All in all the production version of the Koenigsegg Agera is created to take the Koenigsegg experience to the next level both on the road and the track, still maintaining the largest luggage space in the industry in combination with the unique Koenigsegg door system and detachable/stow-able hardtop. There are several differences between the pre-production car previously shown and the production versions. For example, the engine and gearbox configurations are different and some revolutionary interior, chassis and aerodynamic features adorn the production version of the Agera that has never been shown before.
The new car design 2012 Koenigsegg Sports Cars Agera R super speed racer car displayed in Geneva Motor Show 2011 is a very special customer, set to be delivered to its owner’s new Norwegian straight after the show closes. It is equipped with a special section with a Thule roof integrated carbon fiber ski-box containing two pairs of skis Koenigsegg.
2012 Koenigsegg Sports Cars Agera R
At the 2011 Geneva Motor show, Koenigsegg presents the Koenigsegg winter package – the first lifestyle packages offered from Koenigsegg. The main element of this package is the exceptional Lightning Roof Box System. The Lightning Roof Box is developed together with the Swedish rack and roof box manufacturer Thule. The high performance lightweight box is made completely from carbon fibre and has been through several iterations of CFD simulation to ensure it is safe up to 300 km/h, making it the fastest roof box in the world.
The supercar 2012 Koenigsegg Sports Cars Agera R is built with a monocoque carbon to provide maximum rigidity and light weight; It is so structurally sound that does not require an annex roof, allowing the roof as a removable Panel which can be stored away. Koenigsegg hasn’t published performance numbers for R Agera yet, but from tires rated at 260 km/h and horse-like body structure and range as the poison Hennessey, its 0-60 mph time to be approximately 2.5 seconds and a top speed around 250 km/h on a double clutch 7.
2012 Koenigsegg Sports Cars Agera R is powered by 5.0L twin-turbo V8 making a neck snapping 1,115-hp and a maximum torque of 885 lb-ft on E85 fuel. Koenigsegg has its own engine lab, with simulation programs, rapid prototyping machines, engine and chassis dynamometers, and a 1.7 km test track adjacent the factory enabling Koenigsegg to take the cars to 0-320-0 km/h at any time. Furthermore, a 25 minute drive away from the Koenigsegg Factory there is Knutstorp Racetrack, which is described by many as a miniature Nordschleife.
2012 Koenigsegg Sports Cars Agera R
The engine 2012 Koenigsegg Sports Cars Agera R are mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch gear case and we’re pretty aye that cuts the 0 to 62 miles per hour time belt down to something that’s very impressive. Here Koenigsegg can put the engine and car through serious testing and make sure they work in perfect harmony. This gives Koenigsegg unique possibilities to develop technologies normally exclusive to much larger companies.
These are extraordinary numbers considering the size and reliability of the engine without forsaking drivability or flexibility. This is truly downsizing, without drawbacks. These characteristics make it one of the most flexible and easy to use hypercar engines in the world.
The 2012 Koenigsegg Sports Cars Agera R is proportionate, compact and muscular. Its timeless, efficient and distinctive shape is truly a testament to time. The original shape and concept of the Koenigsegg CC, created 15 years ago, is still valid, fresh and highly competitive today. The Agera manage to stay true to the original philosophy, shape and size of the original CC. At the same time, it looks, feels and performs like something belonging to the future.
The price of the optional 'R' package, on top of a normal $1,400,000 Agera, is $211,000 at current exchange rates, but that looks like something of a bargain compared to the $270,000 Koenigsegg charges for creating a bare carbon car.