Monday, February 18, 2008
Pagani Zonda R
We've been waiting to see the production version of the Pagani Zonda R for about a year now. The track-only version of the Zonda was announced around this time last year and in July we got word that it was headed for production. We're clearly excited to be in the presence of a car boasting 750 horsepower, a bare naked carbon fiber body and a price of 1.2 million euro. Unfortunately, while we'll be in attendance early next month at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show, the Pagani Zonda R will not be.
Word has it that Pagani's intentionally delayed the development and official reveal of the Zonda R to focus on other projects, not the least of which is the car slated to replace the Zonda, internally known as the C9. The boutique exotic automaker originally claimed that it planned to sell only 10 examples of the Zonda R, but needed to sell all of them to cover the cost of the project. According to the source we linked, the last count was at six to eight buyers who had paid a deposit for the car. We're not sure if failing to meet the target number of buyers (if true) has derailed progress on the ultimate Zonda to some degree, but regardless, Pagani reportedly promises to provide more official specifications for the Zonda R, as well as photos, in the coming months. But for now, we've been stood up by the prettiest car at the show, and that hurts.
Pagani Zonda R
We've been waiting to see the production version of the Pagani Zonda R for about a year now. The track-only version of the Zonda was announced around this time last year and in July we got word that it was headed for production. We're clearly excited to be in the presence of a car boasting 750 horsepower, a bare naked carbon fiber body and a price of 1.2 million euro. Unfortunately, while we'll be in attendance early next month at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show, the Pagani Zonda R will not be.
Word has it that Pagani's intentionally delayed the development and official reveal of the Zonda R to focus on other projects, not the least of which is the car slated to replace the Zonda, internally known as the C9. The boutique exotic automaker originally claimed that it planned to sell only 10 examples of the Zonda R, but needed to sell all of them to cover the cost of the project. According to the source we linked, the last count was at six to eight buyers who had paid a deposit for the car. We're not sure if failing to meet the target number of buyers (if true) has derailed progress on the ultimate Zonda to some degree, but regardless, Pagani reportedly promises to provide more official specifications for the Zonda R, as well as photos, in the coming months. But for now, we've been stood up by the prettiest car at the show, and that hurts.
Pagani Zonda R
We've been waiting to see the production version of the Pagani Zonda R for about a year now. The track-only version of the Zonda was announced around this time last year and in July we got word that it was headed for production. We're clearly excited to be in the presence of a car boasting 750 horsepower, a bare naked carbon fiber body and a price of 1.2 million euro. Unfortunately, while we'll be in attendance early next month at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show, the Pagani Zonda R will not be.
Word has it that Pagani's intentionally delayed the development and official reveal of the Zonda R to focus on other projects, not the least of which is the car slated to replace the Zonda, internally known as the C9. The boutique exotic automaker originally claimed that it planned to sell only 10 examples of the Zonda R, but needed to sell all of them to cover the cost of the project. According to the source we linked, the last count was at six to eight buyers who had paid a deposit for the car. We're not sure if failing to meet the target number of buyers (if true) has derailed progress on the ultimate Zonda to some degree, but regardless, Pagani reportedly promises to provide more official specifications for the Zonda R, as well as photos, in the coming months. But for now, we've been stood up by the prettiest car at the show, and that hurts.
Mitsubishi Prototype-S to debut at Geneva Motor Show
Mitsubishi will be using March’s Geneva Motor Show to showcase its hatchback concept, the Prototype-S.
Based upon the new Lancer sedan, the concept could best be described as a hatchback version of Mitsubishi’s entry level sedan, albeit a very shapely, coupe-like hatch. With its sloping roofline, broad shouldered stance, and overall sporting demeanor, the car is for more attractive than the prototypical boxy station wagon. Still though, the concept proves to be more versatile than its sedan counterpart with its larger trunk space and sliding, folding rear seats.
Backing up the looks, the concept shares the motor and drivetrain with the Lancer Ralliart, namely a 240bhp turbo I-4, AWD with ACD, and Mitsubishi’s new twin clutch gearbox.
Though a only a concept, look for the production to remain true to the design much in the way the EVO did. The car itself is expected to account for 70% of the brand’s sakes in Europe, and 80% of their UK sales.
Our take? Though destined to be EU only at this point, expect Mitsubishi to follow the success of rival Subaru’s Impreza closely. Success may bring it to our shores, otherwise add it to the long list of cool cars we’ll never see.
Based upon the new Lancer sedan, the concept could best be described as a hatchback version of Mitsubishi’s entry level sedan, albeit a very shapely, coupe-like hatch. With its sloping roofline, broad shouldered stance, and overall sporting demeanor, the car is for more attractive than the prototypical boxy station wagon. Still though, the concept proves to be more versatile than its sedan counterpart with its larger trunk space and sliding, folding rear seats.
Backing up the looks, the concept shares the motor and drivetrain with the Lancer Ralliart, namely a 240bhp turbo I-4, AWD with ACD, and Mitsubishi’s new twin clutch gearbox.
Though a only a concept, look for the production to remain true to the design much in the way the EVO did. The car itself is expected to account for 70% of the brand’s sakes in Europe, and 80% of their UK sales.
Our take? Though destined to be EU only at this point, expect Mitsubishi to follow the success of rival Subaru’s Impreza closely. Success may bring it to our shores, otherwise add it to the long list of cool cars we’ll never see.
Mitsubishi Prototype-S to debut at Geneva Motor Show
Mitsubishi will be using March’s Geneva Motor Show to showcase its hatchback concept, the Prototype-S.
Based upon the new Lancer sedan, the concept could best be described as a hatchback version of Mitsubishi’s entry level sedan, albeit a very shapely, coupe-like hatch. With its sloping roofline, broad shouldered stance, and overall sporting demeanor, the car is for more attractive than the prototypical boxy station wagon. Still though, the concept proves to be more versatile than its sedan counterpart with its larger trunk space and sliding, folding rear seats.
Backing up the looks, the concept shares the motor and drivetrain with the Lancer Ralliart, namely a 240bhp turbo I-4, AWD with ACD, and Mitsubishi’s new twin clutch gearbox.
Though a only a concept, look for the production to remain true to the design much in the way the EVO did. The car itself is expected to account for 70% of the brand’s sakes in Europe, and 80% of their UK sales.
Our take? Though destined to be EU only at this point, expect Mitsubishi to follow the success of rival Subaru’s Impreza closely. Success may bring it to our shores, otherwise add it to the long list of cool cars we’ll never see.
Based upon the new Lancer sedan, the concept could best be described as a hatchback version of Mitsubishi’s entry level sedan, albeit a very shapely, coupe-like hatch. With its sloping roofline, broad shouldered stance, and overall sporting demeanor, the car is for more attractive than the prototypical boxy station wagon. Still though, the concept proves to be more versatile than its sedan counterpart with its larger trunk space and sliding, folding rear seats.
Backing up the looks, the concept shares the motor and drivetrain with the Lancer Ralliart, namely a 240bhp turbo I-4, AWD with ACD, and Mitsubishi’s new twin clutch gearbox.
Though a only a concept, look for the production to remain true to the design much in the way the EVO did. The car itself is expected to account for 70% of the brand’s sakes in Europe, and 80% of their UK sales.
Our take? Though destined to be EU only at this point, expect Mitsubishi to follow the success of rival Subaru’s Impreza closely. Success may bring it to our shores, otherwise add it to the long list of cool cars we’ll never see.
Mitsubishi Prototype-S to debut at Geneva Motor Show
Mitsubishi will be using March’s Geneva Motor Show to showcase its hatchback concept, the Prototype-S.
Based upon the new Lancer sedan, the concept could best be described as a hatchback version of Mitsubishi’s entry level sedan, albeit a very shapely, coupe-like hatch. With its sloping roofline, broad shouldered stance, and overall sporting demeanor, the car is for more attractive than the prototypical boxy station wagon. Still though, the concept proves to be more versatile than its sedan counterpart with its larger trunk space and sliding, folding rear seats.
Backing up the looks, the concept shares the motor and drivetrain with the Lancer Ralliart, namely a 240bhp turbo I-4, AWD with ACD, and Mitsubishi’s new twin clutch gearbox.
Though a only a concept, look for the production to remain true to the design much in the way the EVO did. The car itself is expected to account for 70% of the brand’s sakes in Europe, and 80% of their UK sales.
Our take? Though destined to be EU only at this point, expect Mitsubishi to follow the success of rival Subaru’s Impreza closely. Success may bring it to our shores, otherwise add it to the long list of cool cars we’ll never see.
Based upon the new Lancer sedan, the concept could best be described as a hatchback version of Mitsubishi’s entry level sedan, albeit a very shapely, coupe-like hatch. With its sloping roofline, broad shouldered stance, and overall sporting demeanor, the car is for more attractive than the prototypical boxy station wagon. Still though, the concept proves to be more versatile than its sedan counterpart with its larger trunk space and sliding, folding rear seats.
Backing up the looks, the concept shares the motor and drivetrain with the Lancer Ralliart, namely a 240bhp turbo I-4, AWD with ACD, and Mitsubishi’s new twin clutch gearbox.
Though a only a concept, look for the production to remain true to the design much in the way the EVO did. The car itself is expected to account for 70% of the brand’s sakes in Europe, and 80% of their UK sales.
Our take? Though destined to be EU only at this point, expect Mitsubishi to follow the success of rival Subaru’s Impreza closely. Success may bring it to our shores, otherwise add it to the long list of cool cars we’ll never see.
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