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Specifications, details, graphs, pictures and other information regarding the powertrain is placed in this section. | Specifications, details, graphs, pictures and other information regarding the powertrain is placed in this section. | ||
'''Engine''' | |||
The C8 Aileron continues Spyker's tradition of sourcing Audi's now-legendary 4.2 litre [[V8]] and tweaking it to produce 400 hp (even though Audi themselves are now able to wring out 420 hp out of it). | The C8 Aileron continues Spyker's tradition of sourcing Audi's now-legendary 4.2 litre [[V8]] and tweaking it to produce 400 hp (even though Audi themselves are now able to wring out 420 hp out of it). | ||
'''Transmission''' | |||
As always, the Spyker features their trademark exposed gear change mechanism. However, the lever will now be attached a choice of two gearbox alternatives: | As always, the Spyker features their trademark exposed gear change mechanism. However, the lever will now be attached a choice of two gearbox alternatives: | ||
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| Spyker C8 Aileron | |
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| Spyker | |
| aka | Type aka here, not up there |
| Production | 2009 - present |
| Class | Supercar |
| Body Style | 2-door, 2-seat Mid-Engined Coupe 2-door, 2-seat Mid-Engined Spyder |
| Length | 4617mm (182") |
| Width | 1972mm (77") |
| Height | 1270mm (50") |
| Wheelbase | 2727mm (107") |
| Weight | 3142 lb (1425 kg) |
| Transmission | Getrag 6-speed Manual, RWD ZF 6-speed paddle-shifted Automatic, RWD |
| Engine | 4.2 litre Audi V8 |
| Power | 400 hp @ N/A rpm 354 lb-ft of torque @ N/A rpm |
| Similar | TVR Tuscan Marcos GTO |
| Designer | Designer (lead designer if it was a team effort) |
The Spyker C8 Aileron and C8 Aileron Spyder are Dutch supercars built by Dutch boutique manufacturer Spyker. They represent the second-generation efforts of the company and replace the aging C8 Spyder and C8 Laviolette. The Coupe Aileron was introduced at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show while the Spyder came a few months later t the 2009 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Both cars are powered by a 400 hp 4.2 litre V8 sourced from Audi. The German powerplant is attached to a choice between a 6-speed Manual from Getrag or a paddle-shifted 6-speed Automatic from ZF. Compared to its predecessors, the Aileron is re-engineered from scratch, featuring a longer aluminum space-frame chassis supporting the machined aluminum aircraft-inspired bodywork and diamond-quilted, retro switchgeared steampunk interior.
According to Spyker, "The C8 Aileron's design is heavily inspired by Spyker's aviation heritage, as was the case with all previous models, but with a clear emphasis on the second-generation aircraft propulsion: the turbine rather than the propeller that adorned so many elements of the first-generation cars."
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Recent Changes
- The 2009 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance played host to the unveiling of the droptop version of the C8 Aileron. The C8 Aileron Spyder features a frameless windshield (similar to its C8 predecessor), a CNC-machined aluminum luggage rack located above the engine cover and a traditional single-latch electronic/hydraulically deployed soft-top (available in eight colors) with glass rear window. Underneath, both the exposed luggage rack and the engine bonnet is an Audi-sourced 400+ hp 4.2-liter V8 attached to a choice of either a six-speed manual or automatic gearbox (with paddle shifters). Stopping the car are massive AP brakes peering behind 19-inch Aeroblade wheels. Also available is an ultra-high-end stereo/infotainment system from Kharma. [1]
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Pricing
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| Coupe | Spyder | Trim3 | Trim4 |
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| €189,990 ($238,684 USD) | $Price2 | $Price3 | $Price4 |
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| $Price1 | $Price2 | $Price3 | $Price4 |
Gas Mileage
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Engine and Transmission
Specifications, details, graphs, pictures and other information regarding the powertrain is placed in this section.
Engine The C8 Aileron continues Spyker's tradition of sourcing Audi's now-legendary 4.2 litre V8 and tweaking it to produce 400 hp (even though Audi themselves are now able to wring out 420 hp out of it).
Transmission As always, the Spyker features their trademark exposed gear change mechanism. However, the lever will now be attached a choice of two gearbox alternatives:
- 6-speed Manual from Getrag with ratios tailored to the Audi engine.
- 6-speed Automatic from ZF with paddle-shifts.
Performance
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Photos
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Colors
Developed by Sikkens Autolakken Nederland and AkzoNobel Car Refinishes, the car features 16 standard colors as well as the option of choosing their own unique colour or the livery of the Spyker Squadron GT2 racing cars.
Main Competitors
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Hybrid Models
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Unique Attributes
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Interior
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See Also
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| SPYKER CARS | ||
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Spyker Cars | Saab | Spyker MF1 Team | Spyker Squadron Current Models: C8 Family: C8 Aileron · C8 Aileron Spyder C12 Family: C12 Zagato · Historic Models: 14/18 HP · 60HP · C4 · Aerocoque · C8 Spyder · C8 Spyder T · C8 Laviolette / LM85 · C8 Double 12 S · C12 LaTurbie · Concept Cars: D12 Peking-To-Paris · Silvestris V8 · C8 Aileron Concept
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