Random Research dp1

hotsam · Post by **hotsam** » Thu Oct 05, 2006 9:57 am

Now this would be a fun toy:

http://www.dpcars.net/dp1test/info.htm

Wheelbase 80.5", Width 70", Length 113", Height 39" (top of rollbar),Ground Clearance 2.5"

Proprietary AWD system with Polychain GT2 belt drive and Quaife limited slip differentials

Chassis: carbon, quick-change bodywork

Wheels 13x8, Tires 225/45-13 Hoosier R6 or 20x8-13 race slicks

Engine: Custom 2800cc V8, 375hp @10,000 RPM, 220 lb-ft @6500 RPM

Gearbox: 5-speed sequential with reverse

Weight: 850lb. Power/weight 970 hp/metric ton (2.25 lb/hp)

sirwilliam · Post by **sirwilliam** » Thu Oct 05, 2006 10:48 am

Another good one:

http://www.kimini.com/

Post by **Sabre** » Thu Oct 05, 2006 12:31 pm

Oh dear god, that thing would be rediculous. I take it isn't not road legal though?

Post by **complacent** » Thu Oct 05, 2006 12:34 pm

Holy crap. 375hp. 800lbs. redlines at 10,000rpm? And has awd?

How many throats do I have to cut to get my hands on one?

WRXWagon2112 · Post by **WRXWagon2112** » Thu Oct 05, 2006 12:54 pm

Did you notice this on the DP1 page?

Random Research DP1 wrote:4. Due to AWD system cars are not eligible for any existing SCCA road racing class. Other clubs, such as NASA, may allow dp1 to compete, however no guarantee of eligibility can be made at this time. The cars may be eligible for SCCA Solo competition in Modified class.

That's not fair!

--Alan

Mr Kleen · Post by **Mr Kleen** » Thu Oct 05, 2006 1:13 pm

track days FTW!!!!1!11!!!!!

hotsam · Post by **hotsam** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 12:26 pm

sabre wrote:Oh dear god, that thing would be rediculous. I take it isn't not road legal though?

I guess you could purchase it not completely assembled and register it as a kit car.

Cereb Daithi · Post by **Cereb Daithi** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 12:27 pm

that thing looks FUN

Mr Kleen · Post by **Mr Kleen** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 12:28 pm

kit-car/coffin

Libra Monkee · Post by **Libra Monkee** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 1:50 pm

Coffin that can haul @$$.

Mr Kleen · Post by **Mr Kleen** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 2:17 pm

every time I look at that car I expect to see a midget Batman jump out.

in a cool way.

Libra Monkee · Post by **Libra Monkee** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 2:47 pm

Mr Kleen · Post by **Mr Kleen** » Fri Oct 06, 2006 3:29 pm

after paying closer attention to the price, let me revise my statement:

Mr Kleen wrote: every time I look at that car I expect to see a midget Batman with a Rolex jump out.

snaab · Post by **snaab** » Sat Oct 07, 2006 11:49 am

Mr Kleen wrote:kit-car/coffin

At least you could die fast?