Spyker C8 Aileron

Spyker C8 Aileron

This sophisticated sedan has been present to enliven the world automotive market since the year 2000. Now manufacturers are re-strikes the Netherlands origin, with the release of its latest sedan Spyker C8 aileron, as the next generation of exclusive sports sedan that really tempting. In addition to challenging the appearance of the exterior-paced, supported also by the performance specifications of a maximum speed of the kitchen as a gift that was given by the manufacturer, the interior becomes important things that can not pass away.

We see from the look of the exterior is aerodynamically designed with a hollow body so fascinating. Large black grille is a harmonious blend with bodinya. Xenon lights use LEDs, as a representative of the present trends. Two leaf door characterized by opening towards the top. Then the chassis was made of aluminum, making the car lighter weight.

Spyker C8 Aileron Spyder world debut

Spyker sport car maker from Dutch has announced that their will build the new second generation C8 Aileron during 2009 Geneva International Motor Show. At the same venue the company announced it was developing a convertible Spyder model and this very car has now been unveiled at the 59th Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance this Sunday.

The car is equipped with a 4.2 liter V8 engine which from an Audi, the C8 Aileron Spyder can make 298kW (405hp) and peak torque of 480Nm at 3400rpm. Its 0 - 60mph sprint time is stated as 4.5 seconds while top speed is 300km/h (187mph). The standard transmission is a 6-speed manual box but a new ZF 6-speed automatic is available as an option. Both transfer power to the rear wheels via a limited slip differential.

The Spyder is made of a light aluminium body construction and is differentiated through the new electro-hydraulic soft-top roof mechanism. The roof has a glass rear window and can be ordered in one of eight colours. Its exterior look is inspired by Spyker's heritage in aviation. Past front end design attributes dominated by the shark-like gills have been replaced by a cleaner look. The front grille is larger and the rear features LED lighting technology. Nineteen inch alloys are rolled inside 235/35 front tyres and rubber of up to 295/30 size at the rear. The body itself is available in 16 different colours while inside a choice of 14 leather colours will be sold. Buyers can of course customise their own colours should these not please them enough.



Aluminium is used extensively for the dashboard which houses a new in-car entertainment system led by the new exclusive Kharma sound system. Other features include iPod and Bluetooth connectivity as well as satellite navigation. Spyker has made the suspension stiffer for better handling but has also tuned it to minimise unwanted excessive cabin noise and vibration. Production of the C8 Aileron Spyder starts in the first half of 2010.

2009 Spyker C8 Aileron Officially Unveiled

Netherlands car manufacturer, Spyker Cars has officially unveiled the production version of the Spyker C8 Aileron at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show. The car is powered by Audi’s 4.2-liter V8 engine that produces 400 hp. The engine is mated to two types of transmissions, a six-speed manual and automatic. The car capable to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in only 4.5 seconds and with the the top speed of 300 km/h.

The C8 Aileron is longer than the current C8 Laviolette and features scissor doors, a small roof top air inletand hand-tuned aluminum dash and aeronautical themes at the interior. Below are the technical information from the press release:-

Body
Two-seat, two-door body. All-aluminium spaceframe chassis composed of extrusions and folded sheet
aluminium. Extruded aluminium side-impact bars and integral rollover bars. Xenon headlights with
LED sidelights and indicators. LED taillights.

Weight : 1425kg (3142lbs)
Wheelbase : 2727mm (107″)
Length : 4617mm (182″)
Width (exc. mirrors) : 1972mm (77″)
Front track : 1625mm (64″)
Rear track : 1645mm (65″)
Height : 1270mm (50″)
Fuel tank capacity : 57 litres (15 US gallons)

Engine
Aluminium 4.2 litre (4163cm3) V8 spark-ignition. Mid-mounted engine. Fully stainless steel exhaust
system with active bypass valves.
Max power : 298Kw (400bhp)
Max torque : 480Nm (354 lb.ft)
Max revolutions : 7200 Rpm
Acceleration : 0-100 km/h – 4.5 seconds
Max speed : 300 km/h (187 mph)

Transmission
Manual: rear mid-mounted 6-speed Getrag manual gearbox.
Automatic: rear mid-mounted 6-speed ZF automatic gearbox with torque converter.
Rear-wheel drive.

Suspension
Front and rear independent forged aluminium double wishbone suspension system, including 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.

Brakes
Radial-mounted four-piston AP Racing brake calipers. Brake calipers available in various colours with
Spyker logo. Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD).
Front: 350mm diameter vented and cross-drilled steel brake discs. Rear: 332 diameter vented and
cross-drilled steel brake discs.

Wheels and tyres
Standard: 19″ alloy wheels. Optional: 19″ directional Rotorblade™ alloy wheels (10-blade design)
Front: 8.5Jx19 inch, rear: 10Jx19 inch
Tyres, front: 235/35 ZR19, rear: 295/30 ZR19

Interior
Full-leather interior by Dutch Royal Tanneries Hulshof. Brushed aluminium dashboard. Turned
aluminium dashboard and Chronoswiss dials are optional. Air conditioning. Driver and passenger
airbags with passenger airbag deactivation switch.

In Car Entertainment
Kharma Sound System incorporating a digital radio, Bluetooth interface, iPod connectivity and
navigation system.

Price
European retail price excl. taxes ! 189,990.- (with manual gearbox, excluding options)
! 195,990.- (with automatic gearbox, excluding options)

Further developments
The Spyder version of the Spyker C8 Aileron is in final development, and is scheduled for launch at
the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in August 2009. It will feature a semi-automatic soft-top roof
structure.