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Manufacturer Overview: Spyker

By Silviu Stahie, Video and PC Games Editor

25th of April 2006, 08:03 GMT

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This week's reveal showcases one of the world's youngest but coolest supercars around: the Spyker. Oahu won't know what hit it once you take to the streets driving this awesome supercar.

Founded in 2000, Spyker Cars is still a young company. However, this up-and-coming manufacturer is one to watch for, creating some very exciting automobiles in the past few years. We take you under
the hood of these supercars for an inside look at what makes them tick. Tooling around Oahu in one of these rare and beautiful cars will be a truly unique way to experience the island, just watch out for cops!

C8 Laviolette
The Spyker C8 Laviolette is capable of producing 400 hp, has a top speed of 187 mph and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds. This bad boy is an all-aluminum hand built, mid-engined sports car with aerodynamic ground effect and electrically operated single hinge tilting doors.

C8 Spyder
The Spyker C8 Spyder has a V-8 engine capable of producing 400 hp, has a top speed of 187 mph and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds. This low and lovely automobile won international acclaim upon its unveiling in 2000 and has continued to be a favorite among designers for its sleek body.

C8 Spyder T
The Spyker C8 Spyder T has a more powerful V-8 engine than the C8 Spyder, giving it 525 hp. The C8 Spyder T has a top speed of 200 mph and a 0 to 60 time of 4 seconds. Modeled after the Spyder, the C8 T is equipped with a wider track, extended wheel arches incorporated into the body and a small rear spoiler.
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