Spyker C8 Aileron

The all-new Spyker C8 Aileron marks the next step in Spyker Cars’ evolution. Inspired by the company’s aviation heritage, Spyker’s second-generation sports car features cues from second-generation aircraft propulsion, highlighting the turbine blade, rather than the propeller which adorned many elements of Spyker’s first generation cars. With sleek aerodynamics, a long GT wheelbase, luxurious and spacious cabin and world-class six-speed automatic transmission, the new C8 Aileron has broadened the appeal of the Spyker brand while maintaining the marque’s exclusivity.

Introduction
Exterior
Driving
Interior
Wheels & Paint Finish

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Eye-catching headlights

The style of the Spyker C8 Aileron’s headlights is particularly eye-catching as they flow seamlessly from the body design. Latest-generation LEDs are used for the front and rear turn indicators and the sidelights within
the sharply-styled headlight units.

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FRONT GRILLE

The trademark radiator grille has been enlarged to increase the cooling capabilities. The mesh is V-shaped as on the first generation of cars, a direct reference to Spykers of the previous century, but angled forward to give the car an aggressive stance.

Key fob

The key fob, machined from a solid piece of stainless steel, features keyless entry to ‘pop’ open the scissor doors. The fob has genuine weight,
and is highly tactile, reminding the customer at all times of the authenticity of their investment.

Scissor doors

The Spyker C8 Aileron is designed to provide a ‘sense of occasion’, a series of ‘surprise and delight’ moments. The distinctive exterior design
tantalises the senses
before the tactile key fob
provides keyless entry via
the stunning single-hinged
‘scissor’ doors

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AIRCRAFT CANOPY

Styling and functionality are harmonised in several characteristics of the car. The cockpit canopy, for example, is extended rearwards to optimise the aerodynamic
performance of the car.

THE TURBINE ERA

Paying homage to Spyker’s aviation heritage, the bright polished air
inlets are turbine-engine-shaped
air scoops.

Aluminium body

To ensure smooth, flowing design lines there is a distinct absence of ‘shutlines’ on the front wings and rear quarter panels. The panels are welded with copper behind them and then smoothed and polished.

REAR DIFFUSER

The stainless steel rear diffuser plays
a crucial role in the stability of the Spyker C8 Aileron at speed. It maintains maximum downforce for longer, giving the car higher levels
of grip and better handling.

Ready To rumble

The custom-built stainless steel performance exhaust system produces a raw, undiluted, unfiltered V8 rumble.

Turbine blades

Striking new 12-spoke 19-inch
Rotorblade™ wheels are available as an
option. These wheels are inspired by the
turbine blades of a jet engine.

Distinctive design

A wider front grille gives the Spyker C8 Aileron a more sculpted and aggressive feel.

Timeless beauty

The Spyker C8 Aileron exhibits a timeless beauty reminiscent of a classic car, thanks to perfect proportions and the
purity of surfaces.

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V8 POWER

The Audi V8 4.2 litre engine delivers 480Nm (354lb/ft) at 3,500rpm for truly exhilarating power delivery. This ensures high torque at low revs for a high, yet progressive, power delivery.

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top speed 300 kM / h
(187 mph)

0 to 100 in 4.5 seconds
(0–62 mph)

horsepower 400 @ 7000 RPM

Capacity: 4163 cc
Power: 298 kW (400hp)
Torque: 480Nm (354 lb-ft)
@ 3500 RPM
maximum revolutions: 7200 rpm

Kerb weight: 1560 kg (3139 lbs)
wheelbase: 2725.5 mm (107.2 IN)
fuel tank capacity: 62 litres (16.37 US gallons)

length: 4618 mm (181.8 in)
width: 1953 mm (76.9 IN)
height: 1270 mm (50.0 IN)

front track: 1625 mm (64.0 IN)
rear track: 1646 mm (64.8 IN)

VISCERAL VIBRANT & ALIVE

The Spyker C8 Aileron's power comes from
a naturally aspirated Audi 4.2 litre V8 petrol
engine. Astonishing torque, blistering power,
efficient aerodynamics, and an excellent power-
to-weight ratio all result in sensational acceleration
(0-to-100 in 4.5 seconds) and a top speed of 300 kph.

FULL
CONTROL

The newly developed fully
independent double-wishbone
suspension and reduction in driver
assistance (ABS and EBD only)
ensure that driver responses are rewarded.

pedal
box

The floor-mounted vertical pedal box participates in making a Spyker a true driver’s car. As the driver’s foot has less distance to travel with the upright brake and accelerator pedals, there is a more immediate and positive response.

ALUMINIUM
SPACEFRAME
CHASSIS

The core of the Spyker C8 Aileron is provided by its aluminium spaceframe chassis. Weighing 230 kg, this gives the car a rigidity of 22,000 Nm/degree ensuring the suspension and handling are not compromised due to ‘body flex’.

HIGH
PERFORMANCE
BRAKES

The radial-mounted brake callipers manufactured by AP Racing are available as standard in black and feature the Spyker script in silver. The aluminium alloy design reduces unsprung weight which reduces the effect of poor road surfaces and improves driving dynamics.

SUSPENSION

The C8 Aileron’s suspension has been designed and developed in partnership with Lotus. The fully independent and adjustable double wishbone suspension is made from forged aluminium to reduce vehicle weight.

POWER TO
WEIGHT

The core of the Spyker C8 Aileron is provided by its aluminium spaceframe chassis weighing just 230kg. The
C8 Aileron’s power to weight
ratio ensures that it is the
driver’s responses that
are rewarded.

GEARBOX

The six-speed automatic gearbox enhances the relaxed driving experience by providing a seamless, yet instant, progression through the gears. Spyker’s trademark exposed gear change mechanism was inspired by early aircraft controls present in Spyker’s aviation heritage and provides a sense of occasion and craftsmanship proving that aesthetic and function need not be separated.

Welcome to your cockpit

Spyker uses the finest Hulshof leather and aluminium, for authenticity and substance—the use of plastics is reduced to almost zero. Once seated, your surroundings are unusually open and airy for a sports car, the light and glass akin to an aeroplane cockpit.

Ignition switch

Flick the red cover on the ignition switch to evoke the spirit of starting an aeroplane. Activate the ignition switch and listen to the reassuring “clack” as the aluminium switch moves into place. Watch the dashboard light up as part of your ‘pre-flight check’ before pressing the engine start/stop button to hear the rumble of the V8 engine.

Aircraft canopy

The emotive dual roof structure is finished in stainless steel with laminated glass . The aeroplane cockpit inspired configuration provides a light and airy interior to deliver more everyday enjoyment and a true ‘sense of occasion’.

Chronoswiss DIALS

As an optional package the standard dials can be upgraded to Chronoswiss milled dials. The exquisite German watchmakers are famous for the ‘milled’ edge to their exclusive watches.

Chronoswiss SWITCHES

As an optional package, the same milling can be added to the switches of your Spyker C8 Aileron for an even higher level of tactility and the benefit of knowing that the skills employed in exquisite watch making are being applied to your automobile.

Dashboard

Spyker believe in using authentic materials of true quality and substance for any area you can see or touch. Plastic is deliberately avoided to ensure the highest possible use of ‘pure’ materials. As a unique Spyker feature, you can opt to have a turned aluminium fascia. Seen on planes in the 1920s and 30s, the original effect was achieved by hand, ‘turning’ metallic ‘dust’ or fine shavings into the dashboard with a cork.

Reference sound system

The reference loudspeaker system is precision engineered to complement acoustically and aesthetically the unique interior, style and feel of the Spyker C8 Aileron.

Leather

The leather for Spyker cars is sourced from the Litano range produced by the Royal Hulshof Dutch Tanneries in Lichtenvoorde. Hulshof use only West European first choice bull hides and the special ‘tanning’ process produces the beautifully rich colour palette and a silky feel with irresistible super-soft, warm touch. It takes 11 hides to make a Spyker interior.