Spyker's surprize at the 2017 Geneva
Motor Show, not just unveiling of the all-new C8 Preliator Spyder, but also by
announcing an engine supply agreement with Koenigsegg. Developed specifically, the 5.0-liter naturally aspirated V8 lump
will be installed in both version of the supercar.
With 5,065 cc, it produces a maximum of 600 PS and 600 Nm of torque, pushed to the wheels through a
rear-mounted six-speed manual gearbox. Going from rest to 100 km/h takes as little as 3.6 seconds, while top speed stands at 322 km/h.
The Dutch supercar is also fitted with a
Lotus Cars-supplied fully independent suspension, whose components are made of
forged aluminum where possible, to keep its weight down.
Spyker offers the new C8 Preliator Spyder with a
semi-automatic electric/hydraulic-operated canvas soft-top. Secured by one
central latch, operated manually, it folds completely within the body of the
car, and is hidden by an aluminum tonneau, with two buttresses upholstered in
quilted Litano leather. The
soft-top has a glass rear window and can be ordered in one of the eight colors
available.
Bar the chopped roof and the addition of rollover
bars, the rest of the exterior remains in the same vein as the C8 Preliator
Coupe, although the automaker did add a new color called Ascot Bronze, which is
part of the 34 standard shades. This, along with the19-inch alloy wheels in a
couple of patterns and finishes, and 15 standard colors available for the
leather interior, should satisfy the needs of prospective buyers for
personalization.
Spyker's new C8 Preliator Spyder will be offered as
standard with a premium sound system, in addition to the digital DAB+ radio,
Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, gesture controlled head-up display, and others.
Production of the drop-top exotic will begin next
summer, and it will be assembled in Coventry, UK, alongside the Coupe. Only 100
units will be made, and each one will retail from € 403,500 (US$ 429,000),
without options and taxes. Customers will also get to order a 5-piece luggage
set made by Louis Vuitton, especially for Spyker.
