HSV
ClubSport R8 25th Anniversary
Australia's
leading performance car manufacturer, HSV, released details of a limited
edition ClubSport R8 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of its ClubSport
nameplate.
The
name ClubSport first featured on an HSV in 1990 with the introduction of the VN
model which featured a 5.0L V8 generating 180 kilowatts of power and 400
Newton-metres of torque, plus 16 inch alloys and FE2 suspension. Fast-forward
25 years and while the level of passion hasn't changed, technology, performance
and design have certainly evolved.
The
25th Anniversary ClubSport, to be presented in high-series "R8"
guise, builds on an already impressive list of standard equipment that includes
a 340 kW, LS3, Generation IV alloy V8 engine, AP Racing forged 4-piston brake
calipers, HSV Performance seats in Onyx leather trim and advanced technologies
like Enhanced Driver Interface (EDI) and Driver Preference Dial.
The
limited edition content starts with the fitment of light-weight 20" SV
Rapier forged alloy wheels in a stylish "Gloss Black" finish. A
Hyperflow Performance rear spoiler adds to the racing flavour while a range of
striking "pitch black" exterior accents feature on the fender vents,
mirror scalps plus the door, bonnet and boot-lid badges. Bold quad exhaust
outlets with shadow-chrome tips complete the exterior styling make-over.
The
vehicle's exclusivity is further enhanced through the fitment of uniquely
branded sill plates, an I.D. plate and EDI start-up screen, while each vehicle
will be individually numbered.
The
25th Anniversary ClubSport R8 will be available with either a TR6060 Tremec
6-speed manual transmission or the optional 6L80E 6-speed automatic with Active
Select and Paddle-shifters at
$ 73,290, Recommended Retail Pricing for the limited edition 25th Anniversary
ClubSport R8 remains unchanged from that of the ClubSport R8.
To
be offered in four exterior colours - Heron, Phantom, Sting and Nitrate, build
of the 25th Anniversary ClubSport R8 will be restricted to just 100 vehicles
(plus 8 for the New Zealand market), with production to commence in July 2015.
