the furiously fast
Your pulse races. The speedometer rises to exhilarating but questionable levels. Your fists clench the steering wheel. You know it’s not right … but you can’t help it. The need for speed invigorates you. In your mind, there’s nothing like it.
Sound familiar? Well if the preceding description sounds like we just took a peek inside your mind, there’s no need to be alarmed — it’s not just you. Now more than ever, car enthusiasts are lining up to purchase the latest rides designed for thrill seekers. Here are three sports cars that are setting the market and roadways on fire. –dewayne rogers
2008 Porsche 911 GT2
Porsche continues to push the limits with the coming release of the 2008 Porsche 911 GT2. The foreign automaker is determined to separate the men from the boys, for lack of a better term. Boasting an enhanced turbo boxer-six, less mass and rear-wheel drive, they may have succeeded in doing just that.
On Sale: January 2008 (est. base price $175,000)
2008 Tesla Roadster
The hype has been building for quite some time, and all indications are that it’s more than just speculation. With 6,831 interconnected lithium-ion batteries powering this all-electric, supercharged sports car, the Tesla Roadster conquers the road in an impressive fashion. Acclerating from 0 to 60 mph in less than 4 seconds, your dash to go out and purchase the Tesla Roadster should be just as fast.
On Sale: Now ($98,950)
2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster
This car was built for sheer speed. Topping out at an outlandish 206.3 mph, the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster is a speed demon’s dream come true. Expect no shortage of premium performance here as the 617-hp, 5.4-liter supercharged V-8 with 575 lb.-ft. of torque that powers the SLR hardtop, makes anything less than greatness virtually impossible.
On Sale: Now ($500,000)