2016 Donkervoort Line-up
The Donkervoort’s models are the ultimate evolution of the Lotus Seven, and the
Dutch company just teased its new 2016 line-up of hand-built, ultra-lightweight
sports cars.
The
successful D8 GTO series is going a step further, a step bigger, and a step
more extreme. So, as if an Audi-sourced, 2.5-litre, TFSI five-cylinder engine
with 367 PS and 342 lb-ft of torque on tap wasn’t enough for a light roadster,
the line-up will see the comeback of the hardcore GTO-RS model, as well as the
GTO-R.
But the GTO-S will be the ultimate
Donkervoort for the street, taking the place of the outgoing D8 GTO as one of
the world’s fastest street legal sports cars. Still, this time, the vehicle
will focus on even more comfort, especially during normal street use, tours
and, as the car maker recommends, on the “wonderful mountain roads in Europe
and beyond”. The D8 GTO-S will start delivery in March 2016, from a starting
price of € 115,173 (US$ 128,106), excluding taxes.
The GTO-RS is described as “the return
of the legend”, with the same (great) ambitions to those of its predecessor.
Unfortunately, the car manufacturer didn’t offer any further details. Donkervoort goes on saying that this
model was developed in total secrecy during the past four years from scratch,
and it will be the ultimate D8 GTO. Only 40 units will be made beginning with
June 2016, and it will have a starting price of € 151,173 (US$ 168,072), excluding
taxes.
Last but not least is the D8 GTO-R, the
first purebred racing car, developed and dedicate only for track use. Available
from autumn of 2016, the car won’t be street legal (although the exclusive car
maker says it will be more than welcome at the many circuits around the word),
and will require you to dig deep in your pockets for at least € 251,173
(US$ 279,429), excluding taxes.
