Usually the next evolution after a Spyder version becomes available is a high powered lightweight version, so that could be a Huracán LP650 - 4 Superleggera for instance... increased power output from the known V10 engine and weight reduction by using even more carbon fiber and lightweight seats, possibly removing a few creature comforts from the standard fitment list... add some special wheels, clear
carbon fiber parts for the exterior including a nice rear wing... and a decal on the door... meet the Huracán LP650 - 4 Superleggera finished in Verde Ithaca.
Not exact matches
For the rocket as a whole, Mueller, Thompson, and their fellow designers exploited bleeding - edge technologies such as computer - controlled
parts machining, lightweight
carbon -
fiber materials, and GPS - aided guidance systems.
Automobile turnover is also much faster than it is
for aircraft, so manufacturers have to design and fabricate new
carbon fiber parts on very large scales year after year, a tedious and expensive process.
Like in the production of those cars,
carbon -
fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP)
parts made in Moses Lake, Washington, are shipped to Germany
for final assembly.
Despite the full
carbon fiber skin, plus
carbon used
for parts of the bonded aluminium chassis, the Vanquish only weighs 1 kg less than the DBS.
While the resin is responsible
for the solidity of the
part, the
carbon fibers add critical strength.
The High Wing setup is
part of the ZTK performance package, which adds Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 summer only tires (Pilot Super Sports are standard), a front splitter finished with
carbon fiber end caps and its magnetic ride setup specifically tuned
for the track.
The 720S is the first model in the brand's lineup to be an all - new replacement
for an existing model (the 650S shared many of its
parts with the 12C, including the
carbon -
fiber tub, and can be considered an aggressive mid-cycle refresh) and McLaren needed to put a very strong foot forward.
As
for the aerodynamics, manipulated in
part by the oversized and adjustable
carbon -
fiber rear wing as well as a tunable front splitter, at 211 mph the car benefits from about 750 pounds of total downforce.
Weight reduction is a big
part of the 2016 BMW M4 GTS coupe's performance boost, as the car extensively uses
carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) materials
for both exterior body panels and mechanical bits like the driveshaft.
For starters, the 8.0 - liter W - 12 claims 95 percent new parts, many of which are now titanium and carbon fiber for weight savin
For starters, the 8.0 - liter W - 12 claims 95 percent new
parts, many of which are now titanium and
carbon fiber for weight savin
for weight savings.
The Polestar 1 is the first Geely - Volvo group product to use a
carbon fiber structure, with the material being used
for the «major body
parts.»
Note that the Zaragoza front spoiler is a one piece
carbon fiber unit that fits seamlessly onto the original Lamborghini Aventador front bumper, naturally best combined with the extensive kit of clear
carbon fiber parts Vorsteiner already offered
for the V12 flagship from Sant «Agata.
Back in November 2013 renowned Vorsteiner introduced their V - series tuning package
for the Lamborghini Aventador, not only did they add some amazing
carbon fiber parts, but Vorsteiner Nero also increased horsepower to 740... hence the Aventador V - LP740 name.
The body is structured around the Audi Space Frame technology used
for the R8 and employs
carbon -
fiber - reinforced plastic
for all add - on
parts, such as the roof, doors and sidewalls.
The 887 - hp supercar was equipped with the optional «Weissach Package» that sheds of some interior amenities and adds some lightweight
carbon -
fiber parts, magnesium wheels, flame - resistant upholstery, racing belts and aerodynamic aids
for buyers who hope to be on the racetrack more than the road.
The entire Mansory Torofeo shows clear
carbon fiber now, which isn't too difficult
for this company as they have their own, in - house autoclave to produce this lightweight material to the exact specs they want, the result is a Huracan with a completely new design... the base is still visible, but there are so many
parts that have been replaced by Mansory you could argue if this is still a Lamborghini... or a Mansory.
The previously mentioned decreased weight factor of this vehicle is,
for the most
part, due to the
carbon fiber material it is constructed from.
The weight is kept low as the
carbon fiber parts used are a lightweight solution which is custom made
for this car.
Vath's body kit
for the 2013 A-Class includes a
carbon fiber front apron on the exterior and a leather sports steering wheel, and various
carbon fiber and wood trim
parts for the interior.
Add some more clear
carbon fiber in the engine compartment to complete the look, two covers
for the exterior rear view mirrors complete the outside transformation... naturally
for the inside a large selection of clear
carbon fiber parts are available from NOVITEC too.
Additional
carbon fiber parts on the front grille, the front lip and the doors have been added
for an even more luxurious, yet sporty look.
BMW has revealed some of the
parts, that includes upgrades
for the suspension, brakes and lighter
carbon fiber accessories.
And that's only the beginning, there is a massive option list available from Mansory
for the Huracán Torofeo... in fact a total of three different rear wing designs are possible, the blue metallic car in Geneva showed the «High performance wing», a 3
part unit finished in clear
carbon fiber (note they come without a top coat from Mansory so you can choose a glossy or a matte finish)... but you can also get the «Extreme performance wing» or a «Performance wing»... the latter being a single
carbon fiber part with integrated «feet».
The Commemorative Edition
part adds special wheels, a special finish mimicking the Le Mans paint scheme, a
carbon -
fiber hood, special badges of course, and a suspension retuned
for even higher levels of performance.
Each
part is made of materials selected
for optimum performance: Precision - constructed, multi-material hybrid body combines steel,
carbon fiber and die - cast aluminum to achieve high stiffness and light weight.
The Ford Shelby GT350R is the most racetrack - capable car as of late and
part of the reason
for that is because it features
carbon fiber wheels.
For example, Project 8 features a series of
carbon fiber parts including the front bumper with enhanced cooling ducts, vented bonnet, adjustable front splitter, rear bumper, rear diffuser, as well as the adjustable rear wing.
To really make a difference in the looks department there is new lower lip installed underneath the original front bumper, the clear
carbon fiber unit from SR Auto Group shows small upward fins on the side
for increased stability... according to ADV. 1 this is only the start, so I guess we'll be seeing some more aerodynamic
parts being added to this already very nice looking Lamborghini.
Naturally the most impressive
part of the LB Performance kit are the wide fenders with the LB Performance trademark rivets to give that raw, race inspired look from the past, combined with a clear
carbon fiber side sill and a high rising rear wing in the same material the atmosphere
for the Huracán wide body is set perfectly.
The DMC SV front bumper design was inspired by the one of a kind Aventador J with that unique upright while a beautiful side fin was added
for increased stability at speed, a large rear wing inspired by the one used on the Murciélago Super Veloce was added and the entire rear section, including the rear bumper and lower diffuser were replaced by DMC
parts too... all finished in clear
carbon fiber.
Plasan, the supplier of the
carbon fiber body panels
for the new 2009 Corvette ZR1 gives us a cool illustration of exactly how much each of their
parts weigh and the results are rather surprising.
With BMW's M division claiming an overall weight of «under 3,307 pounds»
for the new M4 coupe, which uses selected
carbon -
fiber - reinforced plastic panels and bracing components as
part of a weight saving initiative, the new two door promises to boast a weight - to - power ratio better than the discontinued fourth generation M3 coupe's 8.4 lb per bhp.
A division of Élan Motorsports Technologies (a Panoz LLC affiliate), Élan Composites is an advanced composites
parts and tooling maker that uses modern, ultra-lightweight materials such as
carbon fiber, prepreg glass, aramid
fibers, Kevlar ®, aluminum and Nomex ® core, and woven polypropylene to create components
for automotive, motorsports, aerospace and many other applications.
All
parts are made out of
carbon fiber - reinforced polymer (CFRP)
for the Audi R8 and
for the Audi TT out of CFRP and plastic; all of them feature the Audi Sport logo.
This red metallic show car traveled all over the world after the Geneva show closed its doors, over time I've seen a white Mansory Aventador that was sold to a customer in the Middle East, later on a gold finished Mansory Aventador was reportedly sold
for 1.2 million Euro while at the 2013 Geneva Auto Show Mansory unveiled the next step... the Carbonado LP1250... based on the Lamborghini Aventador this new limited edition Mansory car pumps out 1250 hp and shows a full
carbon fiber body with even more tuning
parts in a different look than this red metallic, initial Mansory Aventador.
It certainly looks the
part with new canards, revised grilles, an exposed
carbon -
fiber air extractor
for the hood, and a massive
carbon fiber wing.
The Vehicle Model assesses GER
for each vehicle as a combination of
parts comprised of steel, stainless steel, cast iron, wrought aluminum, cast aluminum, copper, brass, magnesium, glass, plastic, rubber and
carbon fiber - reinforced plastic.
Our
carbon fiber diffuser is a direct replacement and used all OEM mounting points and is the same
part for all three models with the OEM vents on the sides making up the difference in the wider body.
These add - ons not only look good in their
carbon fiber finish, but they have been designed to lower the weight when replacing original
parts and to increase stability at speed... especially if you opt
for the extensive engine modification... more on that later.
Moreover, due to the aluminum and
carbon -
fiber body
parts, this vehicle shall be quite lightweight
for its category at only 3527 lbs.
The special clear coat, which is a proprietary product developed by a GM supplier
for the ZR1 program, gives the
carbon -
fiber parts a shiny, almost wet finish that adds to the visual depth of the weave pattern.
So, whether you're looking
for custom polyurethane bumper or
carbon fiber hood, Vicrez has you covered with the needed
part.
APR Performance has long been known as the best
carbon fiber parts manufacturer
for many of today's hottest sports cars.
Additional body modification are rather minor, but include
carbon -
fiber parts for the front and rear bumpers, which means the vehicle in question is lighter than the standard 1 Series Coupe.
Along with metal that does reflect light and color, they incorporate
for contrast gently curving sheets of
carbon fiber, less like airplane
parts than oversized bicycle sheets.
18 inch front wheels make
for an easy ride, and the titanium and
carbon fiber parts bring the weight in at under 19 kg (42 pounds).
Manufactured all of the molds
for the fiberglass and
carbon fiber parts, and maintained inventory involving 10 aircrafts.