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2007 Concept Climax Roadster

2007 Concept Climax Roadster

2007 Concept Climax Roadster

Inspired by the legendary Cooper Climax F1 car of the late 50’s, The Climax is a modern take on a British sports car, designed with the motoring enthusiast in mind. The car is a two seater with ample weekend away space. Powered by ethanol, The Climax offers competitive performance figures comparable to the Lotus Elise. The driver can programme the car via their lap top and make adjustments to the car’s ECU using the Climax Control, enabling the car to be used on the road or as a track-day racer.

The light weight body, rigid chassis and minimal un-sprung weight ensures the climax has ultimate stance and balance.

The Climax offers a unique driving experience, designed with no roof, windscreen or doors. Sprinting to the car, launching your self over the bodywork, into the cockpit will evoke memories of classic Le Mans type race cars. The combination of wind in your face and being seated 6 inches from the road adds to the extreme feeling of speed and gives your body a shot of adrenaline every time. By using the Climax Control, within seconds, the car can be set up for the country lane or boosted to the max for the track.

Exterior

-Light weight composite body shell -Adjustable aero screens -Rigid tonnaeu covers -Front and side impact structures -Adjustable aerodynamics -Rear diffuser -Retractable roll bar -Custom paint finishes -Flip up mirrors

Interior

-One piece composite race seat -Inflatable seat lining -Heated interior components -Four point race harnesses -Storage space -Adjustable passenger foot brace

Story by Concept Climax Ltd

In Detail

submitted by Richard Owen
engine Subaru Boxer-4
position Mid Longitudinal
aspiration Turbocharged
valvetrain DOHC, 4 Valves per Cyl
power 201.3 kw / 270 bhp @ 6500 rpm
bhp/weight 494.51 bhp per tonne
torque 347.09 nm / 256 ft lbs @ 3600 rpm
body / frame Composite Body over Space Frame Chassi
driven wheels RWD w/LSD
wheel type Dymag Carbon/Magnesium Wheels
front tires 215/35 18
rear tires 235/35 18
front brakes Discs w/Alcon 4-Piston Calipers
f brake size x 304 mm / x 12.0 in
rear brakes Discs w/Alcon Twin-Piston Calipers
r brake size x 280 mm / x 11.0 in
f suspension Double Wishbones w//Koni Shock Absorbers, Faulkner Springs
r suspension Double Wishbones w//Koni Shock Absorbers, Faulkner Springs
curb weight 546 kg / 1204 lbs
transmission 5-Speed
gear ratios :1
top speed ~257.5 kph / 160 mph
0 – 60 mph ~3.4 seconds