A multifunctional Head-Up Display is integrated and placed atop the dash board . Machined Chronoswiss dials and switches are available as an option .
In-Car Entertainment
With larger numbers of cars going into the market and the increased popularity of the Apple iPhone and similar products , the demand for a standard sound system fitted by the factory increased . As a result , every Spyker C8 Preliator will be equipped as standard with a high- end sound system , incorporating a digital radio , Bluetooth interface and Apple iPhone connectivity . The navigation system is operated from the Head-Up Display .
Suspension & Wheels
The C8 Preliator is fitted with a Lotus front and rear independent double-wishbone suspension system . This suspension system includes a new kinematic layout of the front and rear suspension , front and rear stabilizer bars , mono-tube dampers , coil over damper steel springs , anti-dive and antisquat setup for improved handling properties . The suspension components are made of forged aluminium where possible , to keep the vehicle ’ s unsprung weight as low as possible . Shock absorbers are placed vertically within the wishbones .
Rigid-node and load-path technology has been employed in order to ensure that the minimum amount of aluminium is used to achieve this performance , thus reducing the overall weight of the vehicle . The dynamic stiffness characteristics of the structure have been carefully tuned in order to minimize unwanted cabin noises and vibrations , which may otherwise detract from the driving experience . These technologies and measures have allowed Spyker to arrive at the most efficient chassis in its history .
The Spyker C8 Preliator will use the Audi 4.2 litre V8 engine Spyker has used since its inception but now boasting 525 bhp as a result of a supercharger and will be available with two transmission alternatives . The Spyker C8 Preliator will be fitted as standard with a 6- speed Getrag manual gearbox , with ratios perfectly matched to the V8 supercharged engine . A ZF 6-speed automatic gearbox , which comes standard with paddle shifts behind the steering wheel to progress smoothly through the ratios is an option . Both transmissions retain Spyker ’ s trademark exposed gear change mechanism .
The Preliator has newly-designed 19-inch alloy TurbofanTM wheels as standard . These wheels are inspired by the turbine blades of a jet engine , which hints at Spyker ’ s aviation heritage . The Michelin 235 / 35 size tyres at the front and up to 295 / 30 at the rear provide the necessary road holding .
Brakes
Brakes are supplied by AP Racing , a partner from day one . Black brake calipers with Spyker script are standard . Colourcoded calipers with Spyker script can be ordered as an option . The car on display has Satin Gold calipers which match the air box . Carbon ceramic brakes will be available as an option .
To learn more about Spyker and the C8 Preliator visit : www . spykercars . com
Interior
The Spyker C8 Preliator has more interior space , which results in a higher comfort level and improved ergonomics . The interior , with its typical Spyker attention to detail , is made of the highest quality leather available in the market . The leather interior is available in 14 standard colours , but any other colour – if desired by the customer – can be ordered as an option . The car on display has a Saddle interior with white honeycomb stitching ( matching the mesh in the grille ) and an ivory leather headlining .
The dashboard was redesigned to suit the new exterior design and to improve ergonomics and functionality . Air vents are designed in turbine style and the performance and distribution of the air conditioning was improved significantly .
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