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Top 10 Supercars From The Goodwood Festival Of Speed Details
As the countdown begins to the highly anticipated 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed, car enthusiasts are buzzing with excitement. This renowned event showcases the rich history of motorsport, classic cars, and car culture, attracting enthusiasts from around the world. Following the Formula 1 race at Silverstone, the festival kicks off with an exhilarating hill climb and a series of captivating racing events. This year’s edition is particularly special, with milestone anniversaries for Porsche, Lotus, and Goodwood itself. Among the countless extraordinary vehicles, here are ten supercars that will captivate attendees.
1. BMW 3.0 CSL
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BMW M GmbH commemorates its 50th anniversary with a limited edition masterpiece in honour to the famous BMW 3.0 CSL. This reimagined masterpiece, which embodies the essence of the terrifying BMW M4 GT3, is limited to only 50 copies. It delivers an intense driving experience comparable to the iconic DTM racers, with a dominating 560 horsepower and a conventional six-speed manual gearbox. The BMW CSL 3.0 is the pinnacle of performance, with lightning-fast acceleration, a peak speed of more than 186 mph.
2. Porsche Mission X
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The Porsche Mission X is an homage to the brand’s 75-year tradition, embodying Porsche’s futuristic vision for hypercars. This concept automobile, inspired by great sports cars of the past, strives to reinvent what Porsche may become. With over 1400 horsepower, a great power-to-weight ratio, it aims to be the fastest production car on the Nordschleife. While the Mission X’s manufacturing status is unknown, it has the potential to become the road-legal Le Mans-style fantasy for enthusiasts worldwide.
3. McLaren Solus GT
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The McLaren Solus GT, the latest addition to the famous Ultimate Series, takes you into the realm of absolute track performance. This V10-powered, single-seater sports vehicle, limited to only 25 units, epitomises driving intensity and involvement. The Solus GT, with its lightweight monocoque frame and cutting-edge aerodynamics, provides a unique driving experience comparable to that of a Formula 1 vehicle. Prepare for a thrilling journey that will cost you about $3.5 million.
4. Porsche 718 Spyder RS
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The Porsche 718 Spyder RS is a convertible sports vehicle that defies expectations. Let it loose and unleash its thrilling power. This drop-top beauty is the ideal weekend canyon carver because to its 9,000 RPM peak speed, excellent build quality, and appeal of a future classic. The Spyder RS, a Cayman GT4 RS sister, provides an unrivalled top-down driving formula and experience. For those who are lucky enough to buy one, it comes with the promise of an amazing driving experience and costs $160,000.
5. Lotus 18
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The iconic Lotus 18 returns to the Goodwood Festival of Speed, representing a significant milestone in Lotus’ racing heritage. As the brand’s first-ever mid-engine car, the lightweight Lotus 18 made history by propelling legends like Stirling Moss and Jim Clark to victory. Alongside other notable Lotus models and racing greats, this appearance marks a fitting celebration of Lotus’ 75 years of existence.
6. Caroll Shelby’s MG TC
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Caroll Shelby won his first race in an MG TC racing years before he became well-known for his accomplishments in motorsports. The exact automobile that will be on display at Goodwood is renowned for having been Shelby’s first successful entry. Shelby had his formal racing debut without any prior experience, and because to his impressive performance, he won against stronger rivals in the morning and again in the afternoon. Shelby’s remarkable racing career began with this astounding effort, which paved the way for his memorable successes in the field.
7. Hyundai Ioniq N
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Hyundai introduces the Ioniq N, its first performance-oriented EV, offering around 600 horsepower and an estimated range of 250 miles. Priced at $63,000, this electric vehicle combines daily usability with exhilarating canyon-carving capabilities. With an impressive 0-60 MPH time of approximately 3.5 seconds, the Ioniq N is set to impress spectators at the Goodwood Festival with its powerful performance.
8. Stefan Johansson’s F1-Swapped 911
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A Porsche 911 with an F1 engine will be unveiled by Stefan Johansson at Goodwood, and it will be a momentous event. The notion would sound like a pipe dream, yet Johansson easily removes the TAG engine from his McLaren MP4/3. This one-of-a-kind Porsche 911 will make its public premiere during the hill runs. Get ready to be enthralled by Johansson’s enthusiasm as they bring the marriage of road car and racetrack power to life.
9. Koenigsegg CCGT
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The Koenigsegg CCGT steals the show as you get a look at the history of GT racing. In the midst of the competitive age that included classic supercars, Koenigsegg started a bold GT project to compete with well-known racecars. The CCGT, however, had a poor outcome as a result of unanticipated delays and shifting rules. But if you’re lucky, you could see this amazing vehicle at the famed Goodwood Festival of Speed’s Bonhams auction. See the legacy of a vehicle that nearly left a lasting impression on the GT racing scene.
10. Nigel Mansell’s 1992 Williams FW14B
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The 1992 Formula 1 season was dominated by the Williams FW14B, which unleashed its unmatched speed and technological superiority. The FW14B had a reputation for having an unmatched performance, which astounded its rivals and led to rule modifications the following season. Nigel Mansell expertly controlled this famous vehicle, winning the championship with a season that set records. With Sebastian Vettel, the current world champion, the vehicle now embodies the enduring heritage of Williams’ engineering brilliance.