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This featured Car is Carrera GT

Carrera is a slot car.

This featured Car is Carrera

Carrera dominated the German markets in the 1960s and 1970s, due to using an additional third wire, and effective marketing, also at the nearby Nuremberg International Toy Fair.

This featured Car is Carrera

In the 1970, Carrera offered 1:24, 1:32 and 1:60 scales for slot cars, and the slot-free "Servo" systems which allowed cars to switch lanes, guided by the guard rails on the outside. Due to the many systems offered, and fewer customers (Generation), Neuhierl had to sell his company in 1985, and took his own life. The new owners sold rather cheap products.

This featured Car is ABT

Johann Abt (born December 1935), who continued a horseshoeing tradition of his family with motor cars, was a motorcycling and hillclimbing racer for Abarth factory team until 1970. He later entered cars with his own team, winning the "Trophée de l’Avenir“ and other series.

This featured Car is Koenigsegg CCR

The Koenigsegg CCR is a mid-engined sports car manufactured by Koenigsegg. It briefly held the world speed record for a production car and is currently the fourth fastest production car in the world, behind the Bugatti Veyron, SSC Ultimate Aero and the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport.

Sunday 6 January 2013

Lotus Exige V6 Cup

The Lotus Exige is one of the most outstanding race-cars available. However, for people who are into mid-engine racers, then the 2012 Lotus Exige V6 Cup is the answer. The V6 Cup is a special edition of the Exige S which has been prohibited in America, since it did not meet airbag safety standards.
This is a track-only car which means that it cannot be driven on public roads. This car will be available in two versions: track day edition and competition-Spec trim.

Specifications

General Info
Vehicle Type: Super Sport Coupe Est. Market Price: $102,222
Fuel Tank Capacity: 10.5 gals. (40L) MPG: 6 city / 16 hwy
Dimensions
Length: 160.7 in. (408.4 cm) Wheelbase: 93.3 in. (237 cm)
Height: 44.5 in. (112.9 cm) Width: 70.9 in. (180.2 cm)
Curb Weight: 2381 lbs (1080 kg) Ground Clearance: NA
Luggage Capacity: NA Maximum Seating: 2
Performance
Engine: SuperCharged V6 VVT-i Displacement: 3.5 Liter
Horsepower: 346 HP Max RPM: 7000 rpm
Torque: 295 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
0-60 mph: 3.8 seconds Top Speed: 170 mph (274 km/h)

Engine

The V6 Cup comes with a 3.5L V6 engine that generates 346 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 295 lb-ft of torque at 4,500rpm. This power enables the car to accelerate from 0-60 mph in 3.8 seconds and reach a top speed of 171 mph.
Lotus made this vehicle “race ready” by adding features that include: multi-adjustable suspension system, and a Lotus-Dynamic-Performance-Management system. The latter enables the driver to operate between three driving modes: Sport, Race and Touring. Other performance related features are: racing roll cage, and option for 6-point or 4-point race harness.


Exterior
 
The V6 Cup has revised aerodynamic features found in the rear and front. Another notable features are the Pirelli P-Zero Trofeo tires that wrap the car's wheels. The car also comes with an aero-optimized front-splitter, and a rear wing. Generally, the V6 Cup weighs 2381 pounds, which is 200 lbs lighter than the Exige S.

Interior

Inside, you will encounter a total racing experience. Many racing gadgets have been incorporated including, a removable steering column, an FIA-compliant fire extinguisher, HANS-compliant race seats and adjustable suspension.
You should expect to see the V6 Cup (2012) in competitions including: Lotus Cup Europe, Hungary Lotus Cup (Ladies), Lotus Cup UK, Japan Lotus Cup and Lotus Cup Eastern-Europe among others.
With its powerful engine, the V6 Cup is most likely to outdo other models during those competitions. Only twenty of these are being made.
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