Glenn from youtube channel Glenns Car Collection tells us everything we need to know about the Vector W8. The Vector W8 is an American supercar.The Vector W8 is a rare automobile with only 19 built, 17 sold to customers and 2 prototypes.
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It was manufactured by Vector Aeromotive Corporation, and designed by Gerald Wiegert in partnership with David Kostka.The car was based around a Rodeck resleevable, modified Chevrolet 350 ci 5.7 L V8 racing engine coupled to a custom three-speed transmission.
The engine had twin turbochargers, and produced an advertised 650 bhp at 5700 rpm and 649 lb-ft of torque on 8 lbs of boost.The design of the W8 was inspired by the Alfa Romeo Carabo, which had a futuristic aerodynamic design. The W8 combined the design characteristics of the Carabo with technologies and geometry from fighter jets of the era.
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The interior was upholstered in premium leather and suede, along with wool carpeting and floor mats. Electrically adjustable Recaro leather seats and a premium air-conditioning system completed the luxurious interior. Vector claimed the W8 could reach a projected top speed of 242 mph (389 km/h), with acceleration from 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) achievable in a time of 3.9 seconds./wikipedia
