Are you talking about the SSC Aero that makes over 1200 hp and runs 9,90s in stock trim ?

I dont know man..........:o

Non saying I would beat him, but I would hold my own (up to 120mph). I would guess the differencial between a turbo GTM and The Areo would be about 200 hp at the crank. With the gearing and extra 500lbs in weight, I believe it would be a divers race until the gearing and CD of the Areo took over. The GTM is a poor mans super-car, the Areo is world class, but with enough engine..... the gap can be nearly mitigated.

This is the one I was comparing it to.....

2006 - SSC Ultimate Aero. Styling of the Aero includes the use of butterfly doors similar to those found on the McLaren F1 and Enzo Ferrari. Carbon fiber and titanium are used throughout the car, helping to limit the weight to 1,293 kilograms (2,850 lb) for the standard Aero. SSC Ultimate Aero - this is the final version of the prototype. Has increased engine displacement of 6.34 L (387 cu in) and increased boost of 14 psi (0.97 bar).

Technical specification

Engine - Superchargerd V8 Chevrolet
Horsepower - 1,046 bhp (780 kW; 1,061 PS) @ 6950 rpm
Torque - 1,113 N·m (821 lb·ft) @ 6200 rpm
Redline - 7200 rpm
Max Speed - 400 km/h (249 mph)[5]

Oh! Gotchya.
My fault I thought you were talking about the current model. Its no joke . Ive been watching this build so I thought I'd missed somthing. I envy you. I want a gtm or some kind of exotic looking car. Keep up the good work .

Don't envy me, I am simply older than most of you and I planned years for this build. I got an idea, lend a hand and make that part of the build your own. :smilie_help: I could use a lot of assistance in proper design of the turbo set up. You up for helping a brotha out?

Question.....gloss black or matte black for the roof?

The body will be Viper Copper Head orange. The roof was going to be graphite but the painter has talked me out of metal flake on metal flake. He wants gloss black I am thinking more flat. He said any wax or polishing could shine the matte uneven and basically ruin the paint job.

Thoughts?

gloss black. matte or flat is for little shit imo. like mirrors or something to set it off not the Whole roof.

Anything "matte" will make the car look unfinished imho

yeah gloss!!!

Gloss ftw

Ok gloss it is!

Here is updated pics as of today 8/06/12

Black or silver?
 

Car will be painted this week......Viper Coperhead main color with gloss black roof. So..........

Silver wheels?
All black wheels?
All Black wheels with combo of matte and gloss?
Two tone black and body color?

What do you think? Style not important at this pont, just what color direction...

How do I make a poll?

I think all black would look awesome

Poll Added! ALL BLACK!!!!!!

Voted silver.

The car in the first pic looks like it's on fire and ready for flight.

Thx for adding the poll Pizza, much appreciated.

And thanx for the votes so far, keep'em coming.

black!!

If all black? Matte or gloss?

If silver? Chrome, machined or hyper gray?

black

For a car of that caliber I'd say use a very impressive deep color like a dark cherry color give it that Stark Industries creation look just remember to wear the suit.

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog....b-gr01.jpg.jpg

On a side note I'm kinda into white on an exotic looking car, but that seems to be starting to be a little played out:

http://i976.photobucket.com/albums/a...ry32/GTM_3.jpg

Heres a color thread ---> http://www.ffcars.com/forums/42-fact...oshop-fun.html

That NSX is beautiful. Cherry wheels? I will need to look those up......

Wait cherry wheels wha...?

Its all one color.....even if only primer.

Exciting to be getting closer!

Id almost drive it in candy apple primer like that lol

Kleb, I re-read your post...cherry wheels, I am an ass! Next time I'll read slower.

Cars coming along. What next summer you will be done?

Looking like end of November as a best case. I was hoping to have it for SEMA this year but no dice. It will be painted and back to me Sept 1st with all the glass and rubbers installed. Next is installing the Carbon Fiber "stuff" diffuser, splitter, rails, vents and supports. Then all the ducting for the cold air...side intakes and 3/4 intakes, redirect air from roof scoop (please no high pitch whistle) and then the cooling ducts for the brakes (that will take longer than it seems). After that will be the sound insulation and installing the interior. Lastly will be the electronics. I am guessing realistically I'm about 4 to 5 months out. The paint really set me back, I was suppose to get the car back all painted in early April.

KLEB...You said you liked white, So here you go. Here is a pic of my buddy's white GTM with the non-adjustible wing (kinda wish I went that route), he will be 100% finished by SEMA.

Your car is looking fantastic!!!

Is it painted?

Nope, not yet. The poly primer was being blocked yesterday to get ready for the finish primer.

Thx for the compliment, its been a long haul to this point.

Eye candy
 

This is another local builder, he has more $$ in his engine/trans combo then I will have in my whole car when completed. It is beautiful though!!

That is a big $$$$ intake setup! Looks cool!

Car is looking awesome. I bet at stage you are really getting antsy lol.

The engine complete with the intake was 22k from Mast and the trans is Mendeola which was another 10k. I would guess the intake is probably around 5k of that price. Eye candy for sure! But ouch, that's a lot of cake.

Thanx! Yes it is very exciting. Now if I can only stop arguing with the painter/body guy over the increasing costs it would be much more enjoyable.

By this time next year I should have my first scratch.

Got some paint on.

Hatch, Door Jams, Clam/nose and underhood is done. Full paint tomorrow.

Here is a few pics.

WOW! It's looking great.

Looks amazing! cant wait to see it finished.

Dude...this looks insane...i live on the cape too...you should let me come by and see it :D

Happy to show it to you.

Looks awesome i like that color.