Speedster

The last Porsche 911 Speedster capped off the old 997-generation 911. It was basically a convertible Carrera GTS with a slight humpback and a number of performance and styling changes. A new Speedster has been rumored to be in the works for a while. These new spy photos show that Porsche is indeed working on a new drop-top 911, and it looks far more GT3 than GTS. The last 911 Speedster had a number of unique touches, most notably the two-seat layout. That seems to be the case here, too. The rear part of the convertible top looks taped on. Underneath it likely looks more like the upcoming Porsche 718 Boxster Spyder. Below the beltline, the Speedster looks just like a 911 GT3. It has the same bumpers, the same wide hips and the same center-lock wheels. The only difference is the rear spoiler. We're hoping the GT3 theme carries on underneath the bodywork. As much as we love the current 911 GTS' turbocharged flat-six, the GT3's 500-horsepower 4.0-liter naturally-aspirated screamer is … [Read more...] about Porsche 911 Speedster spied looking like a drop-top GT3

There are two distinct ways to consider this week's Showpiece. The first, of course, being as a piece of automotive design. In that regard, however much of an admittedly subjective quality it may be, it's absolutely stunning. The classic hot-rod body, the fantastic pontoon fenders and the perfectly proportioned headlights. And the details, like the 1937 Hudson hood ornaments recycled into the rear lights, the Hispano Suiza stork mascot on the prow, and the eight sculpted tailpipes. It's just fantastic. The second, likely rather more divisive side, is as a complete vehicle; one with a price tag of nearly £200,000. Because, as you may have figured out, although it looks like something Gatsby would have once used to luxuriantly roar around West Egg - and despite bearing the Delahaye name - the Custom Speedster is a much more modern creation than it seems. Which is a shame because, while its age doesn't reduce its beauty, or diminish the craftsmanship involved in its construction, … [Read more...] about Showpiece of the Week: Delahaye Custom Speedster

Tweet TweetCartel Customs released official photos and details on the Scion FR-S Speedster, a concept revealed few days ago in Long Beach, California. Unfortunately, the company announced that we talk about a one-off model which won’t enter the series production. Under the bonnet sits the same 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine able to deliver 200 horsepower and 151 lb-ft of torque. The Californian tuner kept the performance figures unaltered but completely modified the interior of the car. However, Cartel Customs fitted the model with a new KW suspension, GReedy sports exhaust system and also with the ACT clutch. The concept model also features a two-seat configuration along with a completely revised interior. Cartel Customs opted for 18-inch forged wheels with 225/40/18 (front) and 245/40/18 (rear) tires, new sport seats and dashboard. As you probably observed, there is a new two-color exterior finish, revised front fenders and hood, a massive carbon fiber rear wing and new Wilwood … [Read more...] about Scion FR-S Speedster concept by Cartel Customs

Tweet TweetIf you live in Las Vegas and love custom-built cars, one-off concepts and futuristic prototypes, then the 2016 SEMA Show is the right place to be, starting the 1st of November. You will also get to enjoy two hot MX-5s models, specially built for the auto show. We are looking here at two special models based on the Speedster Evolution and an RF hardtop with the Kuro body styling. Each one represents a different approach of the MX-5. As we can depict from the photos, both models look smashing with the new exterior colours, with contrasting white and grey, which make them extremely appealing and sexy at the same time. The Mazda MX-5 Speedster Evolution takes its styling cues from the ND Speedster unveiled last year, this particular model weighing less with around 45 kg for an overall of 900 kg. The car`s main highlights are the lack of the windscreen, which also saves weight, adding as well black exterior which looks smashing in contrast with the black alloy wheels. On the … [Read more...] about Special Edition Mazda MX-5 Speedster Evolution & RF Get ready for 2016 SEMA Show