Equus
Bass 770
The
Equus Bass 770 has gone viral, and it's not hard to see why. The retro styling
of the boutique modern muscle car draws inspiration mainly from the old Ford
Mustang fastback, but also the Dodge Challenger, and it's powered by a
thoroughly modern supercharged 6.2-liter V8 that makes 640 horsepower, a la
Chevrolet's recently departed Corvette ZR1. It all comes together to give the
Bass 770 a claimed 0-60 miles-per-hour time of 3.4 seconds and top speed of 200
mph, which makes us wonder.
The
handcrafted 6.2L supercharged aluminum V8 ranks among the foremost engines
available anywhere in the world. Its tremendous power never fails and its
accurate efficiency meets the toughest emissions requirements. Equus Bass 770’s
sound signature is characteristic of 1960's and 1970's era muscle cars, easing
from soft, elegant breathiness when cruising to a raging growl when the beast
is unleashed.
Equus Bass 770’s aluminum chassis is designed to perfectly balance lightness and
agility with sharp handling. The front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive
configuration offers the ideal weight distribution for sporty handling. The
long wheelbase and wide tracks provide for accurate stability at any speed.
Equus Bass 770 is fully dressed with an innovative superformed aluminum body, entirely
lined with carbon fiber inners. This leading edge solution guarantees uniquely
solid structure as well as liveliness and pep. Treasured american style is back
on the road charging forward with a roar that’ll be heard from East to the
West.
Your
daily driving experience is heightened to a thrill backed up by the assurance
that comes with dependable high-caliber components. Carbon ceramic brakes
provide utmost performance, stopping distance and durability as you embark upon
trips of your wildest fancy. The magnetic suspension system ensures your wheels
will hug the ground. As your heart races, Equus Bass 770’s MR shock absorbers
offer you ideal comfort and maximize tire grip according to track criteria and
dynamic pressures on the car.
The
Bass 770 will cost about US$250,000 or so, and is not really designed to
compete with 911's or Ferrari's as such. Equus' people describe it as "more
of a dream car than a sports car," and their website and marketing
materials make many references to the iconic movie status of many classic
American muscle cars.
Source
: equus-automotive.com
