2009 Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85

2009 Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85 Specifications


Chassis

Brakes (Front) AP Racing 6 Piston
Brakes (Rear) AP Racing 4 Piston
Wheels 19 inch Spyker Black Aeroblade
Front Suspension Independent Double Wishbone, Fully Adjustable
Rear Suspension Independent Double Wishbone, Fully Adjustable


Drivetrain

Layout Mid-Engine, RWD
Transmission Getrag 6 Speed Manual
Differential Drexler Limited Slip


Engine

Type: 40 Valve V8
Torque 354 lb-ft. Engine & Transmission
Displacement cu in (cc): 4.2 liters
Power bhp (kW) at RPM: 400 bhp


Exterior

Body Type 2 Door, 2 Seat Supercar
Wheelbase 2575 mm
Length 4185 mm
Width 1880 mm
Height 1245 mm
Curb Weight 2805 lbs


Performance

Acceleration 0-60 mph s: 4.5 seconds
Fuel Economy 13/18 mpg City/Highway Spyker Estimate


Base Price: 2009 Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85 - Not yet announced.

2009 Spyker C8 Laviollete LM85 - Spyker's Even More Extreme GT2-Derived C8

Released to the public at the LA Auto Show, the 2009 Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85 will see a super-limited production run of only 24 units. The Spyker C8 edition is designed to commemorate Spyker's success in Le Mans racing, and a select few Spyker fans will get a piece of automotive history.

The C8 Laviolette LM85 carries the same Audi-sourced 4.2 liter engine as other recent C8 models, and the exterior and interior are familiar though upgraded with even greater use of weight saving materials than before. The chassis is manufactured entirely from aluminum, and the little details that set the C8 Laviolette LM85 apart, like black powder-coated alloy wheels and even the option of left or right hand drive based on what is most familiar to the customer's home nation.

The C8's iconic, and iconoclastic, shape is loved by some and simply confuses many others. But Spyker's fans are rabid, and a curb weight of only 2800 should ensure the C8 Laviolette LM85 retains Lotus-esque handling characteristics.

But all the fancy exterior and interior features do not change the fact that this is still basically a kit car, with the engine coming from Audi and most key components being crate items. But, street legal speed and real head-turning Spyker styling are worth the price of admission, whatever that base price ends up being once it is announced by Spyker. Read on for all the official details, direct from the automaker.

US DEBUT FOR SPYKER C8 LAVIOLETTE LM85 AT LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW

Official Spyker Cars Press Release

Spyker Cars N.V., manufacturer of exclusive premium sports cars, proudly presents the Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85 - the road version of its GT2 LeMans car. The Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85 will be built as a limited edition of 24 units maximum, and will be available in both left and right hand drive. Production of the LM85 commences this quarter.

The LM85 is an advanced mid-engine, two-seat sports car. It is characterized by a lightweight all aluminum body construction and an uncompromising engineering package. The powertrain of the LM85 is the all aluminum Audi 4.2 liter V8 engine producing 400 bhp. This is paired to a manual six-speed Getrag gearbox, driving the rear wheels with a Drexler limited slip differential. ABS is standard. The use of aluminum parts and other lightweight materials results in an impressive power-to-weight ratio and underlines the GT2 racing heritage of the car.


Exterior

Based on the Spyker C8 Laviolette GT2R, the racing characteristics of the LM85 are numerous, such as the all aluminum chassis, GT2 livery (Burnt Almond Orange with Gun Metal 'S' logo), side mirrors in body color, a carbon fiber rear spoiler, and GT2 windscreen streamer. Behind the black powder coated alloy wheels, black AP Racing 6 piston brake calipers with AP Racing logo appear. The LM85 can optionally be equipped with Le Mans sticker sets as well as a customised LM85 car cover.


Interior

The ample use of black leather and alcantara, which is originally meant to reduce light reflection during racing, has been finished with orange contrast stitching and characterizes the unique interior of the LM85. The dashboard instrument panel is made of turned aluminum. Each car will feature a personalised LM85 serial plaque. On request, Chronoswiss dials and switches can be installed and are virtually identical to the Chronoswiss 24Hours Pilot Watch every LM85 owner receives with his car. The black floor mats are made of fire protective material, finished with orange piping and the LM85 logo embroidered.


Extra features

As mentioned above, every LM85 owner receives a special edition Spyker Chronoswiss 24H Pilot Watch with orange crocodile strap. The serial number of the car will be engraved on the case of this exquisite time piece. Additionally, all LM85 owners are offered an exclusive Spyker VIP Hospitality weekend at the 24H of Le Mans in 2009.