World Debut of the Spyker C8 Aileron Spyder at the 2009 Pebble Beach
Concours d'Elegance
(Thomson Reuters ONE) - PEBBLE BEACH, California (15 August 2009) - Spyker Cars, manufacturerof exclusive, hand-crafted sports cars since 2000, today introducedthe first prototype of the Spyder version of its all-newsecond-generation sports car, the Spyker C8 Aileron. The Spyker C8Aileron Spyder was unveiled at the Spyker lounge on Peter Hay Hill onSaturday, and subsequently displayed on the concept lawn at the 59thPebble Beach Concours d'Elegance on Sunday.Spyker Cars announced the development of a convertible C8 AileronSpyder in March at the Geneva Auto Show, during the introduction ofthe production version of the Spyker C8 Aileron. The car presentedtoday is the first prototype for the open-top model, scheduled to gointo production in the first half of 2010."Spyker Cars has taken the next step in our short but intense historywith the launch of our second-generation sports car," said Victor R.Muller, Spyker Cars' founder and Chief Executive Officer. "We arecurrently presenting the first Spyker C8 Ailerons to customers,dealers and press around the world, and the response has been veryenthusiastic.""The C8 Aileron Spyder is a logical extension to our range ofvehicles, since we have both hard-top and convertible versions of theshort-wheelbase model," said Muller. "The Aileron Spyder will offeropen-top motoring along with all the usual Spyker characteristics,striking aviation-inspired styling and hand-crafted quality, based onthe exclusive use of noble materials."The Spyker C8 Aileron SpyderThe Spyker C8 Aileron Spyder sports a high-quality, semi-automaticcanvas soft-top. The roof's operation is electric/hydraulic, securedby one central latch operated manually.Once folded, the soft-top is totally enclosed within the body of thecar, allowing for an undisturbed profile. The roof retracts under analuminium tonneau, with two buttresses upholstered in quilted Hulshofleather (matching the car's interior) and featuring the company'smotto "Nulla Tenaci Invia Est Via" ("For the tenacious, no road isimpassable"). The soft top has a glass rear window and is availablein eight colours.The Aileron Spyder features a luggage rack, CNC-machined from solidbillets of aluminium, mounted immediately behind the roll hoops, onwhich a wing-shaped aluminium case is strapped. The case is trimmedin the same quilted leather as the interior and buttresses.Spyker C8 Aileron: the new-generation SpykerThe Spyker C8 Aileron is an advanced mid-engine, two-seat sports car,featuring a longer wheelbase than Spyker's existing sports cars, theC8 Laviolette and convertible C8 Spyder. The Aileron is characterizedby a distinctive design, lightweight all-aluminium body constructionand an uncompromising engineering package. The Spyker C8 Aileron ishand-crafted, using only the finest bespoke materials to create aunique automotive statement.The Aileron features an all-aluminium V8 engine producing 400 bhp andgenerating 354 lbs of torque at 3,400 rpm. The engine is paired to amanual six-speed gearbox, driving the rear wheels via a limited slipdifferential. For the first time, Spyker is offering an optionalautomatic transmission on the C8 Aileron. The Aileron delivers a topspeed of 300km/h (187 mph) and accelerates from standstill to 60 mphin 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 dashboardinstruments. Additionally, complete custom and unique finishes areavailable for the experienced connoisseur. Customers may also order a5-piece Louis Vuitton luggage set exclusively made for Spyker.ChassisThe Spyker C8 Aileron's all-aluminium space frame was completelyredesigned with the objective to increase torsional rigidity and toincorporate an all-new suspension system designed and supplied byLotus. These characteristics provide an ideal foundation for enhancedvehicle dynamics.Moreover, the C8 Aileron's dimensions have been optimised for moreinterior space and to accommodate the optional automatic gearbox.Compared to the short wheelbase of the first-generation cars - theSpyker C8 Laviolette and C8 Spyder - the wheelbase of the C8 Aileronis 150 mm longer, providing more driving comfort and stability athigh 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 improvesroad handling significantly.Spyker has put tremendous effort in the spaceframe performance of theC8 Aileron, specifically the structure's efficiency. The utilisationof modern finite elements and numerical optimisation methods hasallowed Spyker's engineers to arrive at an exceptionally stiffstructure of 29.500Nm/degree. Rigid-node and load-path technology hasbeen employed in order to ensure that the minimum amount of aluminiumis used to achieve this performance, thus reducing the overall weightof the vehicle. The dynamic stiffness characteristics of thestructure have been carefully tuned in order to minimise unwantedcabin noises and vibrations, which may otherwise detract from thedriving experience. These technologies and measures have allowedSpyker to arrive at the most efficient chassis in its history andcertainly one of the best in class.DesignThe design of the hand-crafted Spyker C8 Aileron and Aileron Spyderrepresents the latest evolution of Spyker's signature architecture,which is heavily inspired by the company's aviation heritage. In thefirst-generation cars, the propeller design was consistently appliedto many elements of the vehicles. Within the design of the new SpykerC8 Aileron, the emphasis was shifted from the propeller propulsion tothe turbine propulsion. As a result, for instance, the brightpolished air inlets were converted into turbine-engine-shaped airscoops.In order to enhance the aerodynamic performance of the car, severalchanges in styling were made. Most of the shark-like gills have beenabandoned, which results in a cleaner, smoother appearance. The frontend is now characterized by a larger grille that allows additionalcooling. Also the rear diffuser was redesigned for improvedfunctionality. An extra spoiler has been placed under the diffuser,providing additional down force to boost the ground effect producedby the diffuser.Sometimes practicality gains over design: the split side windows withthe characteristic metal frame have been replaced by single-pane sidewindows that are fully retractable, improving driving comfort.The outside mirrors, standard in body colour, were redesigned and themirror body is mounted on two turbine fan blades.The rear lights are made of LEDs (light-emitting diodes). LED lightswere also used for the indicators and the sidelights in theredesigned headlight units. The style of the headlights isparticularly eye-catching as they follow the body design moreclosely. This characteristic styling can be defined as a part of the(future) Spyker identity first seen on the Spyker C12 Laturbie andsubsequently in the Spyker D8 Peking-to-Paris, which will use theidentical headlight units to those of the Aileron.The C8 Aileron Spyder is available in 16 standard colours, butcustomers may choose any colour they wish as an option, as well asthe Spyker Squadron GT2 colour scheme. The standard colours havebeen developed by Sikkens Autolakken Nederland and AkzoNobel CarRefinishes. Spyker selected these companies because of their highquality standards and their ability to meet special requirements.Some of the standard colours have been created especially for the C8Aileron.DrivetrainThe Spyker C8 Aileron uses the Audi 4.2 litre V8 engine, delivering400 bhp and is available with two transmission alternatives. Thefirst one is a 6-speed Getrag manual gearbox, with ratios perfectlymatched to the V8 engine. A ZF 6-speed automatic gearbox is optional,which comes standard with paddle shifts behind the steering wheel.Both transmissions retain Spyker's trademark exposed gear changemechanism.InteriorThanks to its longer chassis, the Spyker C8 Aileron has more interiorspace, which results in a higher comfort level and improvedergonomics. The interior, with its signature Spyker attention todetail, is made of the highest quality leather, from the Litano rangeof the Dutch Royal Tannery Hulshof. The leather interior is availablein 14 standard colours, but any other colour - if desired by thecustomer - can be ordered as an option.The brushed aluminium dashboard was completely redesigned to suit thenew Spyker identity and to improve ergonomics and functionality,including driver and passenger airbags. Air vents are designed inturbine style and the performance and distribution of the airconditioning was improved significantly. A multifunctional LCDdisplay is integrated between the speedometer and the odometer. Themiddle console accommodates the standard Kharma sound system (seeIn-Car Entertainment). A turned aluminium dashboard, as well asChronoswiss (Spyker's watch manufacturing partner) dials andswitches, are available as an option.More space was created around the Spyker's characteristicfloor-mounted pedal box. The impression of professional functionalityand ergonomic styling is enhanced by the optimised positioning of thedoor handle and the hand-brake lever.In-Car EntertainmentWith more cars going into the market and the increased popularity ofthe iPod and similar products, demand rose for a standardfactory-fitted sound system. As a result, every Spyker C8 Aileronwill feature a Kharma audio system as standard equipment,incorporating a digital radio, Bluetooth interface, iPod connectivityand a navigation system. The Kharma sound system offers aturbine-shaped control mounted on the central gearlever bar and adashboard display, paired to six Kharma loudspeakers. It can beupgraded with an optional audio package.The presence of a Kharma sound system in the Spyker C8 Aileron marksKharma's debut in the world of automotive entertainment. KharmaInternational produces high-end audio products, sold worldwidethrough a network of highly qualified distributors and dealers. AllKharma sound systems are developed, assembled and tested in theNetherlands, with the utmost care by a team of highly engagedspecialists. These characteristics of high-quality products andexclusiveness are fully in line with Spyker's brand values ofcraftsmanship and exclusivity.Suspension & WheelsThe C8 Aileron is fitted with a brand new front and rear independentdouble-wishbone suspension system developed by Lotus. The newsuspension system includes a new kinematic layout of the front andrear suspension, front and rear stabilizer bars, mono-tube dampers,coil over damper steel springs, anti-dive and anti-squat setup forimproved handling properties. The suspension components are made offorged aluminium where possible, to keep the vehicle's unsprungweight as low as possible. Shock absorbers are placed verticallywithin the wishbones.The Aeroblade(TM) wheels of the first-generation cars are replaced bynewly-designed 19-inch alloy wheels. New 12-blade, 19-inchdirectional rotor wheels, branded Rotorblade(TM), are available as anoption. These wheels are inspired by the turbine blades of a jetengine, which hints at the new styling direction while respecting theaviation heritage. The 235/35 size tires in front and up to 295/30 atthe rear provide exceptional handling.BrakesThe C8 Aileron's brakes are supplied by AP Racing, a partner from dayone. Black brake callipers with Spyker script are standard.Colour-coded callipers with Spyker script can be ordered as anoption. Carbon ceramic brakes will be available as an option soon.WarrantyThe Spyker C8 Aileron comes with an unlimited 3-year manufacturer'swarranty.Note for the press, not for publicationFor pictures in high resolution please visit the gallery on ourwebsite www.spykercars.com.For further information please contact:North American media Europe,Middle-East, Far-EastDan Smith, PCGCampbell Sander vanDijk, Spyker CarsT +562 810 6101 T +31(0)36 53 58 787dsmith(at)pcgcampbell.compress(at)spykercars.comhttp://hugin.info/136917/R/1335033/317155.pdfhttp://hugin.info/136917/R/1335033/317157.jpgThis announcement was originally distributed by Hugin. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
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