SSC Ultimate Aero

[JakRcr]

What's with the Sebring logo on it in the first pic?

I do work for SSC, we're going to be a pace car for the 12 hours of Sebring this spring.

We'll be a feature in Road & Track's Amperstand in the next month or so, we have some amazing stats, I won't ruin the surprise though.

If anyone has any questions feel free to ask!

about the Ultima...

The Ultima GTR is a great car but it's not a production car...because of the sole fact that you can buy a rolling chasis from the company and...

...taken from the Ultima Website "Welcome to the home of Ultima Sports Ltd, manufacturer of the world's most exciting self-assembly supercars."

...taken from the Ultima Website "Here you will find answers to many of your questions regarding the self-assembly supercars we offer and the ways in which you can order and build them from a kit package."

it's still a GREAT car but different in the realm of production cars

[ExoticCarSite]

I do work for SSC.

Know anything about this particular one being developed. *cough* aiming at 1500+hp *cough*

[JakRcr]

Know anything about this particular one being developed. *cough* aiming at 1500+hp *cough*

Well, that happens to be a rumor. But what I can say is that we have a 1200hp Twin Turbo in development. We do not have estimates on top speeds and other stats. but keep your eyes open for new developments.

Happy New Year.

[Revo]

SSC Ultimate Aero Twin Turbo Breaks Production Car World Speed Record
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WEST RICHLAND, WA (09/13/2007) Shelby Supercars (SSC), manufacturer of the ultra high-performance Ultimate Aero Twin Turbo, set the new "World’s Fastest Production Car" record earlier today with an average top speed of 255.83 mph. Confident of the 1183 hp vehicle’s abilities, SSC set out to validate their top speed claim in accordance with the strict guidelines set by Guinness World Records. Among other requirements, in order to meet Guinness’ approval, a vehicle testing for the top speed record must drive down the course, turn around, and make a second pass in the opposite direction within one hour. The vehicle’s official “top speed” is calculated by averaging the top speeds of each pass in order to negate any favorable road or weather conditions. Today, on a temporarily-closed 2 lane stretch of public highway in Washington State, the Ultimate Aero posted a top speed of 257.11 mph (413.83 kph) on its first pass and 254.55 mph (409.71 kph) on its return pass, yielding a new top speed record: a staggering 255.83 mph (411.76 kph). The data, collected by Dewetron's world-renowned GPS tracking system, will be verified by Guinness before the Ultimate Aero is officially crowned the "World's Fastest Production Car." This breaks the current official record held by the Koenigsegg CCR at 242 mph by 11.83 mph and the Bugatti Veyron's unofficial speed of 253 mph by 3.11 mph.

SSC’s high-speed durability and aerodynamic test runs started in March on a 12-mile stretch of Highway 93 in Elko County, Nevada. After the scouting team discovered a more appropriate test site testing moved to open roads in SSC’s home state of Washington. Unlike these previous tests, which encompassed various durability trials of the Ultimate Aero’s drivetrain and powertrain, today’s session was dedicated solely to determining the vehicle’s top speed capabilities. A recently repaved two-lane section of Highway 221 in Washington was ultimately selected for the task, though navigating the road’s slight elevation changes and mid-way S-bend proved to be a challenge. Test driver Chuck Bigelow, 71 of Richland, WA, had to pass through the S-bend at a minimum of 210 mph in order to attain record speed during the following straightaway (with only 1.5 miles before braking was required); after the record-breaking run, Bigelow stated "if there was additional straight pavement on which to accelerate, the top speed would have been considerably higher and if anyone challenges your record there is tons left on the table".

Lack of a dedicated test site, which many of the larger automotive manufacturers have at their disposal, was just one of the many obstacles in SSC’s way. Led by founder and lead designer Jerod Shelby, the SSC design team spent the past seven years creating, engineering, and testing the Ultimate Aero. "From the beginning, we felt confident that the Ultimate Aero was first in its class. SSC’s design team deserves their place in the record books for their tireless determination and motivation on this project. We are enormously pleased with the progress we’ve made with the Ultimate Aero and we’re excited to put more of these impressive machines into the hands of our customers," Shelby stated.

"This is a dream come true," he said while celebrating at SSC’s production facility. "Everyone at SSC worked so hard in designing, testing, and building the Ultimate Aero, and now to accomplish this record is amazing. The fact that we are a small privately owned company and were able to do something much bigger companies haven’t done on massive budgets makes this so exciting for the entire SSC team." said Shelby.

With 1183 bhp (882 kW) and 1094 ft-lbs (1483 Nm) of torque, the Ultimate Aero produces more emissions-legal horsepower than any other production automobile in the world (another Guinness World Record for which SSC is currently applying). Despite being designed to run at redline for extended periods of time, the Ultimate Aero remains remarkably drivable. The proprietary twin-turbo V8 power plant retains excellent idle characteristics, and thanks to a drag coefficient of just .357, wind tunnel testing calculates the vehicle to be aerodynamically stable to speeds up to 273 mph. Featuring all the amenities found in a luxury sedan, the supple leather/suede interior is highlighted by custom Recaro seats, a 10 speaker premium system, DVD/navigation/backup camera, and a cab-controlled lift that raises the front an extra four inches to navigate road hazards.
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[Ferrer]

Ok, but it's still ugly...

[XJR-15]

Pics of it in blue, I think it looks great in this color.

PS if these are too small for the hide-out just tell me

[XJR-15]

More pics

[Ecnelis]

SSC Ultimate Aero

[Ecnelis]

SSC Ultimate Aero one more time

[Ecnelis]

SSC Ultimate Aero once more...

[Ecnelis]

SSC Ultimate Aero? Next please...

[Ecnelis]

SSC Ultimate Aero EV preview:

SSC 'Going Green' In New SuperCar Development

West Richland, WA (07/12/2008)

Shrouded in mystery and secrecy, SSC has announced plans to unveil the next historical milestone – the Ultimate Aero EV (Electric Vehicle), the first 100% Green Supercar to achieve speeds never before seen. Engineering details are yet undisclosed while development continues at an uninterrupted pace. Despite months of speculation, SSC expects to roll out its first prototype in February 2009.

"I think we can do it faster, leaner and cleaner than any other manufacturer" says Jerod Shelby, SSC Founder.

Unlike other manufacturers' models slated for delivery in the next decade, Shelby's latest brainchild expects to be delivered as early as fourth quarter 2009. Other automakers have sacrificed aesthetics and performance in exchange for hybrid power plants, but the Ultimate Aero EV will deliver a pollution-free, engineering marvel with an exotic Supercar exterior. The drive train under development will feature a revolutionary power source allowing for extended time between charging intervals with the possibility of several years between charging. Powered by a 500 horsepower electric motor, the Ultimate Aero EV will have true supercar performance. Additionally, SSC is exploring the potential of a twin 500 horsepower electric power plant producing 1,000 horsepower in a 2 or 4 wheel drive configuration.

Having already broken one World Record, SSC will soon break the engineering challenge of our time. Says Jay Leno of SSC's first accomplishment, "The coolest thing about this car is they said they were going to do something and then they did it."

While other manufacturers scramble to capture the Green hysteria of late, SSC will leap over the barrier with a fraction of the Big Three's budget. To that end, the company recently contracted with Investor Relations Group, Sheffield International Finance Corporation initiating the Companys first acceptance of outside capital since its inception. In a press release dated July 11, 2008, the American automaker announced that much of the private capital will be dedicated to achieve the historical milestone. The invitation-based offering includes an A-list of invitees including celebrities and notable financiers from around the world.

Consistent with its company philosophy of being the benchmark, SSC plans next to break the record for the fastest electric car in the world.

Stay tuned...

And... Yes - SSC Ultimate Aero, the 2008 model with brand new, lighter rims.

[F1_Master]

That white one is stunning, and the interior has come a long way.

[LeonOfTheDead]

I don't like it, it's completely classless. but I have to admit, this demonstrates how simply (relatively speaking of course) it can be to develop such a fast car if it is design by engineers and not heads of marketing...VW anyone!?

[Viper007]

I like it. It definitely isn't very good looking, but its bred like a race car. The veyron is more of a luxury-supercar and a fine one at that, but this just seems raw and brute. I admire the dedication of SSC.