It seems that Ferrari and Lamborghini will have new compatriot rivals, due to some time ago was launched a wedge-shaped supercar that can’t be ignored and named the FV Frangivento Asfané DieciDieci (DieciDieci or "ten-ten").
FV Frangivento Asfané 1010 wedge-shaped supercar will become a new rival for Ferrari and Lamborghini. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2SNfBE0)
Previously from the same Italian startup company named FV Frangivento also has ever launched another similar-shaped car namedFV Frangivento Asfané Charlotte Roadster in the 2017.
The current FV Frangivento Asfané 1010 is the supercar that features some of the most outlandish design. This supercar looks genuinely amazing, but it’s yet to be determined if the car’s performance will match up to its styling.
FV Frangivento Asfané 1010 has debuted at the National Automobile Museum in Turin, on May 30, 2019. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2OpjJvn)
Furthermore the company said that the car was also a flamboyant-designed supercar with a long windshield that flows to the rear hood and has features an aluminum body, gullwing doors, carbon fiber spoiler, OZ Racing wheels, floating brake lights, sharp angles all around and a hybrid powertrain.
All of the intricate details of the car’s powertrain have not yet been released, but we do know it will feature a turbocharged 5.4-liter V10 engine paired with two electric motors placed at the front of the car.
Left side view of FV Frangivento Asfané 1010 radically styled supercar. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2ZuPOD2)
The powertrain in total will produce 996 hp. That’s almost as much as the new Ferrari SF90 Stradale. The car's V10 engine alone makes 848 hp and the electric motors add an additional 148 hp. Those power is chanelled to the all-wheels through an 8-speed automatic transmission system. The performance numbers out on the track or road have not yet been determined, so we don’t have 0 to 60 mph times or top speed.
Rear side view of FV Frangivento Asfané 1010 radically styled supercar. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2MrzeAu)
If you haven’t heard of FV Frangivento, you may want to pay attention. The company has high aspirations. It wants to be the Italian equivalent of Koenigsegg. The Asfané DieciDieci is the first car from the company and will be used to fund their future projects.
As quoted of Carscoops, the customers can expect to pay between $1.1M – $1.7M for the car. But the car is not yet ready for production. Instead, this model is referred as a production prototype that opens "a new chapter in the FV Frangivento history." *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | FV FRANGIVENTO | CARSCOOPS | SUPERCARS.NET]
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Finally after an 18-month development process, ARES Design unveiled its Panther ProgettoUno. It is the first supercar made by the Modena atelier and inspired by the De Tomaso Pantera legendary car from the 1970s.
Panther ProgettoUno, the first supercar made by ARES Design was presented during the 2019 Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2KcQuGU)
This project was unveiled for the first time in January 2018 and then showing the first images on the road the following summer. And now. ARES Design finally presented the Panther ProgettoUno to the world in its final form.
The car was presented during the 2019 Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este, a prestigious event dedicated to vintage cars and prototypes held annually in Cernobbio, on the shores of Lake Como, Italy.
Front three quarter view of ARES Panther ProgettoUno. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2ZmepKl)
The Panther ProgettoUno is the first model of the ARES Design's Legends Reborn program, and takes inspiration for its evocative design from the De Tomaso Pantera, the iconic supercar born in the 70s in Modena. It driven by a V10 naturally aspirated engine with a maximum output power of 650 hp.
The Panther ProgettoUno sports a complete, handcrafted carbon fiber body, shaped to resemble that of the iconic original, while ensuring the best aerodynamic performance, thanks to CFD technology.
While the Panther ProgettoUno is indeed capable speed up to more than 325 kph and and has an accelerating capability from 0 to 100 kph in only 3.1 seconds. The ARES Design's team has always pursued other values more than simple numbers. The mission was in fact to create a true "driver's car", which would put the man at its heart to make him feel a unique driving experience while at the wheel.
Dasboard and steeringwheel view of ARES Panther ProgettoUno. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2KcQuGU)
ARES Design hence worked and crafted a complete, specifically designed stainless-steel exhaust system, to give the Panther ProgettoUno its distinctive sound. The upgraded lightning fast throttle response, the seven speed, double-clutch transmission and the active suspensions have been carefully enhanced as well, to obtain more and more precise feedbacks coming from the Alcantara-covered steering wheel and sharper gear changes.
First shipment of Panther ProgettoUno already has been started since last May. Furthermore between 60 and 70 cars will be sent for the next five years. The company's boss, Dany Bahar - former CEO of Lotus - told the media crew that the ARES Design had sold 9 cars so far, to its customers who had never driven or actually saw the results in its final form.
He also commented: "Having the opportunity to present the Panther ProgettoUno during the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este has been the crowning of the team's efforts over the last 18 months and a recognition of the excellence of our projects. The Panther ProgettoUno is a car designed and built with an eye on the Italian supercars tradition but using the most advanced technologies available, to always provide who is driving it unparalleled emotions and feelings." *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | ARES DESIGN | CISION]
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A small Australian sports car company named Bolwell Car Company or Bolwell plans to return to the world's sports car market. Most of us may not be familiar with this company name.
1970 Bolwell Mk VIII Nagari, the first car built by Bolwell Corporation. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2K87A90)
The company was founded by Graeme Bolwell and Ross McConnell in 1962. Initially the company sold fiberglass-bodied sports car in kit car form before starting the production of their first car, called Bolwell Mk VIII Nagari in 1970.
The first car was believed to have been built up to approximately 100 coupes and 18 convertibles before production was ceased in 1974. Originally, the car is powered by a Ford's V8 engine so it is not surprising that the car is fast enough in its era.
2008 Bolwell Nagari 300 featured a Toyota's 3.5 l V6 engine. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2SNjokL)
Then in 2008, the Victoria-based auto company again built and launched a sports car named Bolwell Mk X Nagari or Nagari 300. This car is powered by a Toyota's 3.5-liter capacity V6 engine and has a fairly light weight of only 920 kg. But that model is not really successful in the world's automotive market.
After a long time of inaudible, and made Bolwell's name seemed to die until some time ago this car manufacturer reappeared with the desire to launch a new sports car. This new car is touted as the third generation Nagari model.
2008 Bolwell Nagari 300 has a fairly light weight of only 920 kg. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2SNjokL)
Citing information from Bolwell Director Campbell Bolwell, Car Sales reports that this vehicle has been under development for more than 3 years and has nothing to do with the previous model Nagari 300 even though it is given a similar name, namely Bolwell Nagari 500.
It is planned that the car will appear for the first time at 2019 Motorclassica, a classic car show in Melbourne in next October. The reveal is to mark this year's 50th anniversary of the original Mk VIII Nagari. Furthermore the Nagari 500 was said to be a new design complete with a composite tub combining carbon fiber and Kevlar. This will be crucial to keeping weight down—likely a dry figure—to less than 2,200 lbs.
Campbell Bolwell designed and built his first car before he even had a licence to drive one. (Picture from: https://ab.co/2K6CP5x)
The mechanical heart is expected to carry a Chevrolet's LS3 naturally aspirated 6.2l engine mounted in the middle. Then tuned up to produce power up to 500 hp. This engine will be combined with a 6-speed manual transmission system that drives the rear wheels.
Other performance features are said to include adaptive dampers, Brembo brake packages with carbon-ceramic rotors, and Recaro seats. Besides that, Bolwell will also equip this new car with a number of comfort features such as there will be an 8.0-inch infotainment screen, digital instrument cluster, start button, keyless entry and many others.
Next video is about Bolwell Mk X Nagari or Nagari 300.
Like its predecessor, Bolwell Nagari 500 will have limited production, with the first customer examples due in 2020. Bolwell plans to build only 25 per year but is able to increase the figure should demand, especially in new markets in Asia.. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | BOLWELL CAR COMPANY | CAR SALES | MOTOR AUTHORITY | CARSCOOPS]
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The anniversary versions of the cars are always interesting. These cars are usually produced for a variety of reasons, such as the manufacturer's anniversary, or certain model anniversary, or even the founder's birthday and so on. In addition, the anniversary car is a rare car model that is produced with very limited numbers and may be produced once in 20 years, 30 years and even 70 years.
All-new Bugatti Chiron Sport 110 Ans Edition was deliberately made to commemorate the 110th anniversary of the company establishment. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2K6xcmx)
Recently a French famous premium car manufacturer, Automobiles Ettore Bugatti or Bugatti is gave birth to the anniversary version models. This car is named the Bugatti Chiron Sport 110 Ans Edition which was deliberately made to commemorate the 110th anniversary of the establishment of the Frech automaker.
Bugatti was born before the word 'World War' not exist yet, when the Titanic was about to be created and at that time Molsheim, the city where Bugatti was created was still part of the German.
Ettore Bugatti began to establish this brand in 1909 which later evolved into a brand of super-luxury cars and super-fast performance cars. As a company, this manufacturer has gone through all kinds of obstacles including the complicated financial problems of the mid-20th century. But, despite all kinds of problems, the manufacturer still survives until this day.
Bugatti Type 10 is the first car model made by Ettore Bugatti. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2K7I03W)
The first car made by Ettore Bugatti was Bugatti Type 10 with a light weight, small dimensions, agile and supported by strong enough power. And these Bugatti 110th anniversary model itself is not a light and small car compared to the manufacturer's first car. But if it is said to be nimble and powerful it is true because the car has a power of up to 1,479 hp.
The Bugatti Chiron Sport 110 Ans uses an 8.0-liter W16 engine with four turbochargers. So that it can produce power up to 1,500 hp and maximum torque of 1,600 Nm. The engine room of 110 Ans Edition uses a cover painted with Steel Blue and Steel Blue Carbon. This car can accelerate from 0 to 100 kph in less than 2.4 seconds, then 0-200 kph in 6.1 seconds and 0-300 kph in 13.1 seconds. And has a maximum speed of up to 420 kph.
Top view of All-new Bugatti Chiron Sport 110 Ans Edition. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2K6xcmx)
In terms of body design, the Bugatti 110 Anniversary is no different from the dimensions or engine with the standard one, but is given a number of distinctive touches on the exterior and interior. The body and front of this special Chiron are made entirely of carbon fiber and are decorated with 'Steel Blue' colors, combined with carbon fiber which is painted with Blue Carbon Steel. At the exhaust gets matt black so that the car has a very aggressive aura. In the rear view mirror, the gas tank cap and under the rear wing are attached to the color of French flag; Blue, White, Red.
The three-color theme of the French flag (French Tricolour) aka Tricolore can also be found on the inside, namely on the headrest, seat back and on the steering wheel. The entire interior is decorated with blue leather, while the trim uses Alcantara. Interestingly, besides the body is made of carbon fiber so that the weight is light, the wiper is made of carbon fiber. Thanks to a number of changes, these anniversary model is five seconds faster than the standard Chiron Sport when pitted around the Nardo Ring Circuit in Nardo, South Apulia, Province of Lecce, Italy.
The whole body is made of carbon fiber. The blue paint that flushes all over his body is actually carbon fiber painted between the color combinations Steel Blue and matt black (black hubcaps). From a distance like blue, but from close like black hubcaps. This two-tone release on the Chiron Sport 110 Ans Edition is intended to represent luxury and exclusivity in the 1920s. If we look more specifically, the front is made of exposed carbon fiber which is colored with Steel Blue Carbon so that the texture is like the matte that Bugatti calls steel-likes.
The Tricolore (French flag) accents are also available at several points in the interior 110 Ans Bugatti, which is on the headrest that extends to the back rest (seat back) that is sewn with embossed stitches in a vertical position. Tricolore accents are also found on the top of the steering wheel combined with matt carbon fiber with blue leather overlaid..
Rear three quarter view of All-new Bugatti Chiron Sport 110 Ans Edition. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2K6xcmx)
The touch of carbon fiber is on the steering wheel, steering column and seat trim. The interior is covered with soft Deep Blue skin. Door trim, side parts and upholstery covered by Alcantara. Bright Blue Racing elements are inserted into the seat contour, storage box, belt trim and leather layer on the window adjustment button. Another special feature that shows a high level of craftsmanship is the carved medal found on the silver-colored center console.
And clearly, the Bugatti 110 Ans Edition is only produced as many as 20 units. If you have a lot of money and feel you can afford it, your wishes may not automatically be fulfilled. Because the French automotive manufacturer will select those who are entitled to have each unit of 110 Ans Edition and of course the selected customer must be able to redeem it at a price of US $3.2 million (above Rp.32 billion). WOW..! *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | BUGATTI]
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McLaren's efforts to become one of the dominant players in the supercar and hypercar world never ends. With many well-established competitors such as Ferrari and Lamborghini, McLaren may not be at the top of the game. In fact, they must defeat the competitors. How? And the latest is to prepare the open-top speedster.
McLaren's new open-top body speedster will clothe a mid-mounted engine. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2GwDmLP)
As quoted by Autocar, a new roofless hypercar is being worked on by McLaren's crew in Woking, England and will appear next to McLaren Senna and Speedtail as part of the McLaren Ultimate Series in the near future.
If Senna is very focused on tracks, and Speedtails aimed at high cruise speeds and aerodynamic efficiency, so the upcoming no-name speedster is about pure driving pleasure. It will be projected to become a street-legal car and carry a lot of high technologies.
One thing that was greatly appreciated by the McLaren's design team (led by Rob Melville) was the fact that they could start with a blank sheet of paper for each new model. Unlike Ferrari, McLaren is not held by tradition.
According to Autocar sources, the new speedster will have a more "flowing" interpretation of the McLaren's design language when compared to existing models. And the interior design will closely match that of the exterior and is set to feature McLaren's low-profile dihedral ‘butterfly’ doors.
Two-seat speedster will have expressive, flowing surfaces. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2GwDmLP)
The handling will be very agile with a high level driver response. A dynamic driving experience combined with an open cockpit will produce the most exciting McLaren street-legal car to date. Regarding the power, it will come from a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine unit that is the same as the Speedtail.
However, the new speedster will not accept any electrification system, so its power might be under the Senna. However, the use of carbon fiber and no-roof profile will make the car lighter. The total production will obviously be very limited, but 500 units might be sound quite exclusive.
Lastly about the prices, it will be similar to the cost of Ferrari SP1 and SP2, so these car has a price tag of around US. $1.75 million. To be sure, the production of this car will not start until the last Speedtail production is complete. It is estimated that the car will begin construction in late 2020 or early 2021. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | THESUPERCARBLOG | AUTOCAR | CARBUZZ]
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Continues the discussion of the previous section. As we all knew, Ferrari is often regarded as an exotic and rare car, but some people especially wealthiest customers want to have a unique Ferrari and one-of-a-kind in the world. And to satisfy their customer, the Italian prancing horse logoed premium car manufacturer decided to establish the Special Projects, a division of the company responsible for creating one-offs for its best, wealthiest customers..
It should be noted, not everyone can order a car through the Ferrari's Special Project division. Besides requiring a tons of money up to millions of dollars. Only the customers who are considered by Ferrari have a history directly related to their car products that can participate in these Special Project program. And the following are some of them in 2nd part:
7. Ferrari F12 TRS This one-off was inspired by the legendary 1957 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa as requested by the owner and making its first major appearance at the 2014 Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Ferrari F12 TRS was inspired by the legendary 1957 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2GEPmer)
Engine wise the performance figures stay the same as its hard topped counterpart. The same 6.3-litre V12 engine resides within, pushing out 730 bhp through the rear wheels, surrounded in 315 section tyres..
8. Ferrari SP FFX Initially, people thought this car would be a production FF coupe. It is not surprising, the car built based on a standard Ferrari FF, with the most prominent revision being the adoption of a coupé rear end in place of the FF's shooting brake tail.
Ferrari SP FFX made for a Japanese businessman Shin Okamoto, the car built based on a standard Ferrari FF and launched in 2014.(Picture from: http://bit.ly/2M9DbK1)
The design blends elements of several contemporary Ferraris and an F1-inspired red and white paint job. The car commisioned by Shin Okamoto, but it turned out to be a one-off. It lives somewhere in Japan, where it's been shown a handful of times.
9. Ferrari SP America Ferrari SP America is a F12 Berlinetta-based one-off coupé completed in 2014. The car features thoroughly updated styling including a new front end with a new bonnet, wheel arches, front bumper and splitter, side skirts, wheels, bootlid spoiler, rear bumper, B-pillars and a new aggressive rear diffuser.
Ferrari SP America made for an American client Danny Wegman, the car built based on Ferrari F12 Berlinetta and launched in 2014.(Picture from: http://bit.ly/2M9DbK1)
Information about this car is scarce, but it's most likely an F12-based one-off owned by an American collector. Apparently it belongs to Danny Wegman, of Wegman's supermarket fame.
10. Ferrari SP 275 RW Competizione The car was designed in collaboration with Pininfarina and comissioned by an American client Rick Workman. The car used a 770-hp V12 engine from the crazy F12tdf.
Its design is inspired by the lovely 275 Berlinetta from the 1960s. It's painted yellow in tribute to the 275 GTB Competizione that won its class at Le Mans in 1965.
11. Ferrari 458 MM Speciale This lovely car is based on a 458 Speciale, and it was built for an unknown British collector. The design pays homage to the Ferrari 288 GTO and incorporates handcrafted aluminium and carbon fibre components.
Ferrari 458 MM Speciale comissioned by an unknown British Customer, the car built to pay homage to Ferrari 288 GTO and launched in 2016.(Picture from: http://bit.ly/2M9DbK1)
Performance figures remain unknown but are rumoured to be the same as the normal Speciale.. Might be, it's one of the prettiest cars on this list.
12. Ferrari SP38 'Deborah'
After that there was also a Ferrari SP38 'Deborah' which was built based on the Ferrari 488 GTB that had been offered for sale with a price tag of up to €4 million, equivalent to Rp.63 billions at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este event in May 2018.
This car lastly appeared at the 2019 Automobile International (FAI) Festival at the beginning of 2019..
13. Ferrari SP3 JC The car presented in November 2018, the SP3JC is a one-off roadster based on the F12tdf chassis. It was designed by the Ferrari Styling Centre to pay homage to Ferrari roadsters of 1950s and 1960s. The body has been completely redesigned, and includes redrawn front and rear fascias, a new front bumper, a rear diffuser, transparent hood vents that show off the engine, roll hoops behind the seats, taillights and wheels from the Ferrari 812 Superfast and a blue, white and yellow paint job that pays homage to the 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
And 'JC' stands for John Collins, a Scottish collector and founder of Talacrest, a classic Ferrari dealer located in the U.K. He commissioned these one-off in mid 2014 and it took 3.5 years to complete. Ferrari said the design process alone took 2 of those years.
14. Ferrari P80/C
The car built based on the 488 GT3 race car, that pays tribute to Ferrari's sports prototypes of the 1960s and specially created for @mr_tk and could be delivered by Blackbird Concessionaries in Hong Kong.
Previously from the same Italian startup company named FV Frangivento also has ever launched another similar-shaped car named FV Frangivento Asfané Charlotte Roadster in the 2017.
