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Artega GT

Posted: Wed Sep 12, 2007 7:28 pm
by Mr Kleen
Autoblog posting

We're a pretty jaded bunch here at Autoblog HQ, so when it comes to a new automotive offering, the cynics among us have a tendency to dismiss some vehicles as unworthy of our attention, let alone affection. The Artega GT is the exception to the rule.

Designed by Henrik Fisker of Aston Martin fame, the Artega GT has proven that automotive perfection is still attainable in a world rife with mediocrity. The exterior styling speaks for itself, so we'll let you peruse our gallery to draw your own conclusions. Its small footprint (74 inches wide and 157 inches long) combined with a midship drivetrain will surely prove worthy when the going gets twisty. And with a DSG-controlled, VW-sourced 3.6-liter V6 sitting behind the driver, it's pure engineering perfection. Inside, the Paragon-styled interior gets a host of high-class touches, particularly the combination tach/speedo setup and minimalist switchgear.

If we had the talent, motivation and funding to design our own ideal ride, the Artega GT would be it. Thankfully, it's been slated for production and beginning next spring drivers in Europe can pony up the €70,000 cost of entry for one of the most inspiring bespoke coupes to come to market in a decade.

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Posted: Wed Sep 12, 2007 9:49 pm
by Phibs
*oh snap*. That's HOT.

Posted: Thu Sep 13, 2007 7:53 am
by Bluestreak2006
Nice!!!

Posted: Thu Sep 13, 2007 9:01 am
by Sabre
That is one beautiful car.... and you now I have to ask... AWD?!?! :)

Posted: Thu Sep 13, 2007 9:30 am
by complacent
Sabre wrote:That is one beautiful car.... and you now I have to ask... AWD?!?! :)
:plusone: for a beautiful ride!

But with the engine behind the driver, I'm going to have to say it's a RWD kinda ride. ;)

Posted: Thu Sep 13, 2007 9:38 am
by Mr Kleen
Sabre wrote:That is one beautiful car.... and you now I have to ask... AWD?!?! :)
AWD isn't the end-all be-all drivetrain layout. don't get me wrong, I love it. but for this application RWD is the way to go. :wink:

Mr. Fisker knows how to sculpt, no?

Posted: Fri Sep 14, 2007 6:13 pm
by snaab
It's 75,000 euros... for the base model Artega.de

Options abound, very neat!

Posted: Mon Sep 17, 2007 9:23 am
by Sabre
^^^^ :cry:
Ariel Atom it is not for price....

Posted: Mon Sep 17, 2007 12:02 pm
by Mr Kleen
Sabre wrote:Ariel Atom it is not for price....
:english: :poke: :wink:

did you expect a car designed by Henrik Fisker to be cheap? :lol:

Posted: Mon Sep 17, 2007 1:31 pm
by zaxrex
Shhh, he is sleep-typing again, don't wake him up.

Posted: Mon Sep 17, 2007 3:13 pm
by sirwilliam
Thought maybe Artega was the joint venture from Atari and Sega :lol: Nice car but add another one to the list of cars I can't afford and will never set foot in. :(