2017 Spyker C8 Preliator: The Taste Of A Dutch Sportscar

Mar 29, 2017 04:50 PM EDT | Ivy Lebanan

Spyker is a Dutch automobile company who also meticulously build sports car since the year 2000. This year, the company is proud to present its third-generation sports car, the 2017 Spyker C8 Preliator.The design made for the car is said to be the representation of the ultimate translation of a road jet. It truly embodies a unique craftsmanship.

By setting a support from Audi's supercharged V8 engine, the company was able to improve the C8 sports car's performance. Compared to its predecessor, the model's exclusivity is warranted, and there will only be a mere 50 units to be produced.

As others may not know, the word Preliator is Fighter in Latin, which is just perfect on how the company has built this car. The company has exerted their tremendous efforts in coming up with an excellent space frame performance for the C8, specifically the efficiency of the structure.

The team of Engineers behind this dynamic creation has utilized some of the modern finite elements and numerical optimization methods in achieving the model's exceptional stiff structure. It has contributed a 10 percent improvement to the new model compared to its previous versions.

Inside the 2017 Spyker C8 Preliator, passengers will enjoy its spacious cabin which offers more comfort and an improved ergonomics. Since Spyker pays attention to every detail, the interior is made from the highest quality of leather in the market. There are 14 standard colors to choose from for the interior, but the customers can also request for the color that they prefer or more desired.

Just like other car models today, C8 also comes with an In-Car entertainment system for a much enjoyable road journey. It features a high-end sound system, digital radio, Bluetooth interface, and the popular Apple iPhone connectivity.

The 2017 Spyker C8 Preliator is powered by a 4.2-liter V8 engine from Audi that is boasting over 525 of horsepower with two available alternative transmissions. C8 also comes standard with a 6-speed Getrag manual gearbox with ratios that are perfectly matched to the powerful engine.

 

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