Monday, January 30, 2012

World Fastest Cars: 2011-2012

Bugatti Veyron Super Sport:
Maximum Speed: 267 mph, 0-60 in 2.4 secs    
Base Price: $2,400,000.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people    
Engine: 8.0L W16-Cylinder, 64v DOHC Quad Turbocharger
Max RPM: 6400 RPM    
Transmission: 7-Speed Dual Clutch direct-shift Auto

Hennessey Venom GT:
Maximum Speed: 260 mph, 0-60 in 2.5 seconds
Base Price: $950,000.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: 6.2-liter LS9 V8 Twin Turbo
RPM: 6500 RPM
Transmission: Ricardo 6-Speed Manual

Koenigsegg Agera R:
Maximum Speed: 260 mph, 0-60 in 2.7 secs
Base Price: $1,600,000.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: 5.0 liter Twin Turbo V8 Max
RPM: 6900 RPM
Transmission: 7-Speed Dual clutch

SSC Ultimate Aero:
Maximum Speed: 257.4 mph, 0-60 in 2.7 secs
Base Price: $970,000.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: SSC Designed V8 Max
RPM: 6075 RPM
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

Saleen S7 Twin-Turbo:
Maximum Speed: 248 mph (399 km/h),0-60 in 2.8 secs
Base Price: $555,000.00
Maximum Seating: 3 people
Engine: Twin Turbo V8 Max
RPM: 6300 RPM
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

Koenigsegg CCX:

Maximum Speed: 245 mph (395 km/h) 0-60 in 3.2 secs
Base Price: $540,000.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: 32-valve DOHC V8 Max
RPM: 7000 RPM
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

McLaren F1:
Maximum Speed: 240 mph (386 km/h) 0-60 in 3.2 secs
Base Price: $970,000.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: V12 Mid Engine RWD Max
RPM: 7400 RPM
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

Gumpert Apollo:
Maximum Speed: 225 mph (362 km/h) 0-60 in 3.0 secs Est.
Base Price: $238,00.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: 4.2-liter bi-turbo V8 Max
RPM: 7900 RPM
Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic-Manual

Noble M600:
Top Speed: 225 mph (1609 km/h) 0-60 in 3.7 secs
Base Price: $324,680.00(£200,000)
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: Yamaha 4.4-liter Twin Turbo V8 Max
RPM: 6800 RPM
Transmission: Graziano 6-Speed Manual

Lamborghini Aventador:
Best Speed: 217 mph (349 km/h) 0-60 in 2.9 secs Est.
Price: $379,700.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: 6.5L V12 Max
RPM: 6200 RPM
Transmission: 7-Speed Automatic-Manual

Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster:
Top Speed: 217 mph (349 km/h) 0-60 in 3.4 secs
Base Price: $1,850,000.00 (Euro 1.3 million)
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: Mercedes Benz AMG Turbo V12 Max
RPM: 6150 RPM
Transmission: 6-Speed Cima Robotized

Ferrari Enzo:
Top Speed: 217 mph (350 km/h) 0-60 in 3.4 secs
Base Price: $644,000.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: 6.0L 48-valveV12 Max
RPM: 7800 RPM
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual w/ auto shift

Jaguar XJ220:
Maximum Speed: 217 mph (350 km/h) 0-60 in 3.8 secs Est.
Market Price: $650,000.00/345,000 Euros
Maximum Seating: 4 people
Engine: Twin Turbo V12 Max
RPM: 7200 RPM
Transmission: 5-Speed Manual

Ascari A10:
Maximum Speed: 220 mph (354 km/h) 0-60 in 2.8 secs
Base Price: $650,000.00
Maximum Seating: 4 people
Engine: V8 Max
RPM: 7500 RPM
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

Pagani Zonda F:
Top Speed: 214 mph (345 km/h) 0-60 in 3.5 secs.
Base Price: $667,000.00
Maximum Seating: 2 people
Engine: Mercedes-Benz AMG 48-valve V12 Max
RPM: 6150 RPM
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

Thursday, February 10, 2011

Tips for ensuring a proper auto transport

Auto transport services have become popular among the people as the number of vehicles being used had been in a rise. People are shipping their cars very often regardless of the high fuel costs. Car shipping is a tough job but it would be a hassle free process if it's in the proper hands. Here, the auto transport company comes for your help. Since they are professional in auto transport services, your car would be safe in their hands. However, proper steps should be taken to choose the company that would get along with your needs.

To begin with, you should have a clear plan about the car shipping before approaching a car transporting company. You should prepare the plan based on factors like car shipping rates, time and weather. Once you are done with the plan you can look out for companies by means of proper research. Reading reviews and testimonial s about the company would give a clear picture of the reputation of the company. After the market research, contact two or three companies whose services lie close to your plan. In order to confirm the authenticity of the company, you should contact the Better Business Bureau. Once you make a choice, ask them for the quote. Here the focus should on getting the quality service in an economical rate. The rate would be based on factors like the distance between the origination and destination, the weather conditions, the kind of car and the type of car shipping service that you would need. You should never compromise quality for cheap rates.

Before you sign the contract, you should also reach grounds on the insurance offered by the company. Your car should be covered against any damage that may happen during the transport. You must also inquire if the insurance policy would serve as the primary or secondary insurance. The kind of shipping method; either enclosed or open transport should also be selected before getting into terms with the company. Open trailers are either partially or fully exposed and there are many different types of open trailers ranging from three car carriers to large car carriers. On the other hand, enclosed trailers are usually covered and are not exposed to outer elements.

Usually the delivery options include drop off at your destination or a terminal. However, this doesn't mean that they will leave your car at your door step. The car shipping company would get as close as your locality since the large carriers would not be able to manage in narrow streets. If you opt for terminal to terminal transport, the time and date of pickup and delivery at the terminals should be known before hand.

Before the company drives off with your car, you must take out all your personal belongings and documents. The company would normally do an inspection in which they will note down the present condition of the vehicle both inside and outside. A report would normally be prepared after this inspection and you too would be provided with a copy. You must go through the report after the delivery of the car to make sure of any damages.

Car shipping should be done with utmost care and responsibility. So if you are paying well to get good services, make sure that the services offered are worth the pay and the promised services are done without fail.