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Very few things in this world are as fast, or a beautiful as a finely tuned supercar. While you might not be in a position to buy one right now, and your need for speed is being quenched going to shows, browsing cool new car pics<\/a> and racing your mates on the weekend on your PS4, still knowing your options is cool. So, let\u2019s work on the assumption you do have a few million to blow on some smooth bodies and power under the hood \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n

Get your hands on some of the fastest out there.<\/p>\n

Mclaren F1: 241 MPH<\/strong> <\/span><\/h4>\n

Once the fastest car in the world. Aside from the speed, there were a few other things that make the Mclaren F1 stand out. Carbon-fiber body, unbelievably light, the 6.1 liters BMW M V12, gold-lined engine\u2026 and we haven\u2019t even mentioned the driver seat being in the center of the car. Stunning to look at, so if it gets bumped from the top ten fastest cars, it will remain on the list of the best looking. <\/span><\/p>\n

SSC Ultimate Aero: 256 MPH<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Shelby Supercars (SSC) was the once the fastest in the world in 2007. Having absolutely zero electronic drivers aid, it\u2019s built for drivers with serious talent. You have full control of the power. Tasty right? It is a pure driving experience, with its ability to get to 60mph in about 2 seconds.  It has a delicious interior too – custom leather, a phenomenal ten-speaker sound system, DVD navigation, and cab controlled front lift to help with any road hazards \u2013 all there for your enjoyment. <\/span><\/p>\n

Hennessey Venom F5: 301 MPH<\/strong><\/h4>\n

With a name like that you can already imagine that this baby is going to be topping out all over the place. It looks like the car you dreamed about as a child. Reportedly this little piece of kit can go from 0 to 249 to 0 in around 30 seconds (mind-boggling, no?). <\/span>The Guinness Book of World Records<\/span><\/a> hasn\u2019t confirmed the claimed speed. It\u2019s ultra-light, built aerodynamically, and rather than the designers and engineers referring to it as a supercar, they\u2019re calling this bad boy a hypercar. <\/span><\/p>\n

Bugatti Chiron: 261 MPH<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The <\/span>Chiron<\/span><\/a> is the Veyron\u2019s big brother, more rapid, prettier and intelligent too. With quad LED headlights that double as intakes (feeding air to the front breaks) the level of design and detail is astonishing. The inside is matching the outside, and the center console is all laid out for the driver\u2019s comfort. <\/span><\/p>\n

Saleen S7 Twin Turbo: 248 MPH<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The S7 was America\u2019s first mid-engine supercar which makes her unique even before you take a peek at the design or the speed. Featuring a 7-litre aluminium V8 engine with a pair of Garrett turbochargers attached. If all of that doesn\u2019t make you jump for joy, Ironman has one. <\/span><\/p>\n

Koenigsegg CCR: 242 MPH<\/strong><\/h4>\n

This little Swedish bullet is tastier than an IKEA meatball. Only kissing the world\u2019s fastest title for a short time when it hit 242 mph at <\/span>Italy\u2019s Nardo Ring<\/span><\/a> way back in 2005. With a Cima developed 6-speed gearbox, dual plate organic or sintered 8.46-inch clutch, and a body made with pre-impregnated carbon-fiber with honeycomb reinforcements, it was a car well before it\u2019s time. The Koenigsegg CCr goes to show that great engineering and design process can stand the test of time when it comes to speed and looks. <\/span><\/p>\n

TESLA ROADSTER: 250 MPH<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Do you remember when the Lotus Elise was where “it” was at in terms of looks and street worthy performance? Well, the <\/span>Tesla<\/span><\/a> is based on the Lotus Elise \u2013 and beautiful it is too. The first Tesla Roadster was the car that put the company into the limelight and made it a legitimate player in the automotive world. This new Roadster is a different animal altogether. Second-gen is going from 0-60 in 1.9 seconds, or from 0-100 in 4.2. So, it certainly nails acceleration without breaking a sweat.  It is worth noting that the 250 speeds haven\u2019t been verified \u2013 but when a car looks like this for the price \u2013 do you care? <\/span><\/p>\n

Bugatti Veyron Super Sport: 268 MPH<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Of course, the list wouldn\u2019t be complete without this absolute stunner of a car. With a price tag of around $1.7 million, you know this car has come to play. When Volkswagen purchased the Bugatti brand they had a single focus \u2013 build the fastest car in the world. The first Veyron achieved that goal until the SSC Ultimate Aero impeached it. Not content with having the spot once, Bugatti got back to the drawing board and magicked up the Veyron Super Sport. Improving on perfection put them back in the Guinness Book of World Records with a recorded MPH of 268. Never let it be said that if you have a goal, you can\u2019t achieve it \u2013 twice over. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWhen you push a car past 180mph, the world starts to get awfully fizzy and a little bit frightening. When you go past 200mph it actually becomes blurred. Almost like you\u2019re trapped in an early Queen pop video\u201d – <\/span><\/i>Jeremey Clarkson<\/span><\/i><\/a>, Veyron 2005<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Hennessey Venom GT: 270 MPH<\/strong> <\/span><\/h4>\n

This beauty topped out at 270.4 miles per hour at the Kennedy Space Centre in 2014, but only in one direction. Sadly, record attempts need to a run in each direction, and an average is taken to account for wind conditions. However, that doesn\u2019t stop this little beauty hitting 270 and deserving a place in the list. Many people don\u2019t consider the Hennessey Venom to be in the supercar production line cars because it is hand-built. <\/span><\/p>\n

Koenigsegg Agera RS: 278 MPH<\/strong><\/h4>\n

While the Hennessey Venom F5 claims a top speed of 301, they haven\u2019t had that verified by Guinness World Records. And, the Agera has been verified. In order to get this noted officially, the Swedish company had the Nevada Department of Transportation close  11 miles of road between Pahrump and Las Vegas. While this car is no doubt designed for speed, it is perfectly suitable for regular road use. It has a luggage space, (as do some of the other mentioned in the list), is entirely road legal and complies with all safety standards. And an animal with two distinct sides. <\/span><\/p>\n

But you don\u2019t have a few million, and you have a ford focus. That is cool.  You can modify most vehicles with a little bit of time, effort and budget. <\/span><\/p>\n