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Apr 4 2015
GTA Spano Car Review
A supercar might not be the first thing Spain in known for, but the GTA Spano demolishes the typical representations of the football-bullfighting-sunny-beaches country. Why? Because it can! Probably driven by the same pride that lead Sweden to create Koenigsegg or Denmark to give birth to Zenvo, the Spanish masterminds behind the Spania GTA Technomotive have decided to build a vehicle that would grant them access to the world of the big boys – and they did. How does 925 horsepower sound?
Although it bears the same name as its previous iteration, unveiled in 2008 in a concept state and 2010 as production ready, the company representatives claim that the new one is a different beast altogether. Bringing forth innovative technology, such as the use of graphene in the construction of the chassis and bodywork, the company proclaims it to be a driving force for the performance automotive industry.
Design wise, the car manages to steer clear of the rest of the supercar crop, its most distinguishing feature being the way the body wraps around the doors, which is not only an aesthetic touch, but also fulfills a functional role, as the ridges and air canals divert cold air around the cabin and into the air intakes, cooling the engine and brakes. Opening the doors is done not by way of traditional handles, but through a hidden button situated behind the outer B-pillar logotype.
Marked by a convex bonnet and massive air intakes in the front bumper, the fascia is very aggressive, yet a little cluttered by too many details. Shaped by aerodynamics, the GTA Spano incorporates no less than 12 air intakes, from the front to the sides, helping it to achieve impressive performance, but losing a little at the elegance aspect, as it seems to be too ornate, a work more befitting of a tuner than an established manufacturer, but if you’re into it, that you will appreciate this style.
The body and chassis incorporate carbon fibre, graphene and titanium and the exterior mirror stalks are manufactured from aeronautical grade mechanized aluminium. Both the roof and the sun visors are made from electrochromatic glass, which, at the touch of a button, can change its opacity, allowing, as per preference, more or less light into the cabin.
GTA Spano – 5 Point Car Review
Design
Carbon fibre and leather predominate, while a seven inch display is embedded in the central console. Used for entertainment as well as to project the images transmitted by the rear view camera, it fulfils multiple purposes. Bluetooth technology, as well as navigation and electrically adjustable seats come as standard. Atypical? Of course, but the good news is that it doesn’t make any compromises concerning performance.
Driving
Sitting behind the 19 inch (front) and 20 inch (rear) wheels, 380mm carbon-ceramic brakes fitted with AP Racing pistons are in charge of bringing the car to a halt, while ABS and traction control are features that further enhance the usability of the supercar. An adjustable twin trapezium suspension system is especially useful for track days, while an electronically controlled lift system helps the car hoist itself up to 8 cm from the normal riding height in order to safely navigate over speed bumps, the occasional pothole or the owner’s driveway.
Reliability
Running Costs
Limited to only 99 examples, all spoken for already, the new GTA Spano will be sold for an undisclosed amount of money. Judging by the elevated performance figures compared to the previous version and the fact that there was tremendous work involved in creating it, the sticker price is bound to have increased.
Practicality
The roof, as mentioned, is panoramic and with variable opacity, while everything, from the materials to the colour of the upholstery is customizable by the client. Not bad, eh? Now all that remains is winning the lottery!
By Lee Porter • Car Reviews • 0 • Tags: geneva motor show 2015, gta spano, sports cars, supercar