New SSC supercar to beat Veyron SS... this summer?
Jul 9, 2010 | 11:09 AM
#51
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Go ahead, let's see you draw something up, fabricate it (you can use all of your own parts so as to avoid the dreadful possibility of using someone else's components when easier), wind tunnel test it, crash test it, win a Guinness record and hold it over the likes of Bugatti for two years.
Originally Posted by TommyJames
ALL of you should actually be cheering them on for their bold attempt at building something new
Jul 9, 2010 | 11:19 AM
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Nonsense on the inclined road theory as they are required to run in both directions. As for the looks of the car, that's why Jason is designing the replacement. One step at a time. Numbers first, looks second. Also, the UA is one of those cars that looks a lot better in person.
Jul 9, 2010 | 11:29 AM
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This thread delivers. Ben congrats on owning another monster. Whilst I'm not floored by the looks I'd love to see it in person. There have been plenty of cars that have looked far different in person and I get the feeling pictures don't quite do this car justice. I'm pleading total ignorance here because I haven't done my homework .... What is the displacement, size of the turbos, any serious lag?
Jul 9, 2010 | 11:34 AM
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If so it seems inclined from both directions....
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Jul 9, 2010 | 12:26 PM
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That was the first thing I thought of after reading the press release haha. These guys shouldn't compare themselves to top European manufacturers
Jul 9, 2010 | 12:28 PM
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Tommy just curious what your experience is with the SSC.
Jul 9, 2010 | 12:34 PM
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And yes, I agree that Aero and Koenigsegg is a fair comparison. Having only sat in a CC8 a few years ago, I can singularly compare the fit and finish. And my opinion is that the Aero wins that comparison. This is coming from someone who has been wanting to be a KSegg owner forever. For me, the local support (SSC built in WA State), the car being completely emissions legal without any grey market issues and, frankly, not being ashamed to jump on a "Envisioned, Designed, Engineered, and Produced in the USA" bandwagon right now...these factors push me over to the SSC Camp.
If those of you who pass over the Aero as a kit car chose to actually take the time to read into the story of Jerrod Shelby and what he's done with SSC and the Aero, maybe you'd gain a newfound respect for a man bringing his passion to life. Much like Horatio Pagani or Christian von Koenigsegg who everyone reveres for their commitment, I dare to say that Jerrod is the American version of a supercar visionary who had the wherewithal to see his designs come to life and compete with the big boys.
If those of you who pass over the Aero as a kit car chose to actually take the time to read into the story of Jerrod Shelby and what he's done with SSC and the Aero, maybe you'd gain a newfound respect for a man bringing his passion to life. Much like Horatio Pagani or Christian von Koenigsegg who everyone reveres for their commitment, I dare to say that Jerrod is the American version of a supercar visionary who had the wherewithal to see his designs come to life and compete with the big boys.
Jul 9, 2010 | 12:45 PM
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My view may be skewed and wrong about the car (wouldn't be the first nor last time), but they aren't helping ... the only time we hear about SSC is for some top speed record. If they truly want to go after Bugatti and the likes, they will need to step up their PR, big time.