Mook Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 I first read about Singer in one of last year's EVOs and the write-up was fantastic in its portrayal of the amount of work and passion that goes into making one of these. Tipex, don't bother - it's Chris Harris. Go read Taxi Meter Monthly or something 28 minutes or so. Watch it in full-screen glory on YT Or small screen squiff on here fJQ4hQSusjE I'm sticking one of my kidneys on ebay... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tipex Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 (edited) I still watch Chris Harris stuff, I just don't particularly like his presenting style, I prefer to just enjoy the cars instead! Much like everyone who watches Top Gear and then moans about it afterwards! Did you watch the 'Carbon Fibre - Inside Koenigsegg' video that came up on the YouTube Drive feed the other day? That was quite good. Edited January 18, 2013 by Tipex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mook Posted January 18, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 No, will have a hunt for it Koenigsegg is one on my list of "will own one day" - just because. Oh, and the Koenigsegg CCR carries my initials Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tipex Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 Okay, I'm not a Porsche guy, but if you can't appreciate the work that's gone into that 911 you shouldn't be on a motoring forum, fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mook Posted January 18, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 This one. The guy who started the company knows this much detail about the technology - brilliant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanG Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 Whilst it is lovely, and I AM a Porsche person, its a HUGE amount of money for an old chassis, some Cosworth machined bits and bobs and Ohlins adjustable suspension. What real value is billet dash, hand stitched German leather, carbon panels and 17 inch Fuch replicas etc etc and what value will any warranty be in a couple of years time? The tech they are putting into these cars IS amazing and the tuning etc is really top end, but I am sure, neigh, I know, that you can produce just as nice a looking (probably more so / more original looking), handeling and drivable for a lot less money. $30,000 for a wiring loom? really? $300k for the entry level model, heading to half a million for the top of the range model? I think these have unfortunately gone the way of my recent experience with Rolls Royce. They are good cars. But they are simply not worth the money that is charged for them. Rather, if you buy one its a statement that you have the money to by bespoke, one off cars. Still, its a nice video and Chris Harris is a good driver and nice chap... search YT for his own Porsche that he built with Tuthills... now thats a car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanG Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 Whilst it is lovely, and I AM a Porsche person, its a HUGE amount of money for an old chassis, some Cosworth machined bits and bobs and Ohlins adjustable suspension. What real value is billet dash, hand stitched German leather, carbon panels and 17 inch Fuch replicas etc etc and what value will any warranty be in a couple of years time? The tech they are putting into these cars IS amazing and the tuning etc is really top end, but I am sure, neigh, I know, that you can produce just as nice a looking (probably more so / more original looking), handeling and drivable for a lot less money. $30,000 for a wiring loom? really? $300k for the entry level model, heading to half a million for the top of the range model? I think these have unfortunately gone the way of my recent experience with Rolls Royce. They are good cars. But they are simply not worth the money that is charged for them. Rather, if you buy one its a statement that you have the money to by bespoke, one off cars. Still, its a nice video and Chris Harris is a good driver and nice chap... search YT for his own Porsche that he built with Tuthills... now thats a car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanG Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 J2HjaHS51hk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 It was a good vid - enjoyed it and IF I had the money probably no less than I'd like to stick AM Works division's way to modernise a 90s Vantage. I can imagine about £300k is what I'd be looking at but what fun in the process!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 Loving that Koenigsegg video - any idea when the next episode is? I wonder if Christian is making any money out of his company. Seems a shame if he isn't given the thought. Anyone ever seen one on the road - I've not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tipex Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 Not sure, I'll let you know when the next one pops up though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 Cracking - that would be much appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 (edited) i want one even if it was just to the modest spec of the green 911. If only i had the funds and the space. Edited January 18, 2013 by Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 I have spent the last hour or so watching these videos through my TV and surround sound, along with the 100 years of Aston Martin, and a few other yutube videos with either supidly large engines or glorious engine notes. I am really getting the urge again for something V6/V8 with a decent engine note and a lovely burble. After watching Aston Martin, The Porsche Videos, and a RS5 review, I think need to start saving. Can you get a mortgage for a car? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarMad Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 Loving that Koenigsegg video - any idea when the next episode is? I wonder if Christian is making any money out of his company. Seems a shame if he isn't given the thought. Anyone ever seen one on the road - I've not. The next one is out its on the suspension and how unique it is. Subscribe to the drive channel it's been pretty good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booster Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 Can you get a mortgage for a car? Step this way sir;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tipex Posted January 19, 2013 Report Share Posted January 19, 2013 The next one is out its on the suspension and how unique it is. Subscribe to the drive channel it's been pretty good. Really? it's not coming up in my list? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarMad Posted January 19, 2013 Report Share Posted January 19, 2013 Really? it's not coming up in my list? Yup, triplex suspension episode 2 uploaded 15th of Jan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted January 19, 2013 Report Share Posted January 19, 2013 Loving that Koenigsegg video - any idea when the next episode is? I wonder if Christian is making any money out of his company. Seems a shame if he isn't given the thought. Anyone ever seen one on the road - I've not. Christian is hosting 9 episodes on "Inside Koenigsegg" every Tuesday on https://youtube.com/user/drive The first ep. was how they do the CF layup, the next was the suspension and roof stowage. If you dig through the subcategories Driven or Uncut, among awesome gems like a 30min chat with Audi's engine guru Ulrich Baretski you should find a long clip on a tour of the Koenigsegg factory, and one for Pagani. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tipex Posted January 19, 2013 Report Share Posted January 19, 2013 Yup, triplex suspension episode 2 uploaded 15th of Jan. Cool, got it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazza_g Posted January 19, 2013 Report Share Posted January 19, 2013 No, will have a hunt for it Koenigsegg is one on my list of "will own one day" - just because. Oh, and the Koenigsegg CCR carries my initials PM me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Posted January 19, 2013 Report Share Posted January 19, 2013 I cant believe this 911 runs on a sewing machine. Amazing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patently Posted January 19, 2013 Report Share Posted January 19, 2013 I suggest you don't try & buy one, Luke. You'll probably get stitched up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mook Posted January 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 20, 2013 It's like Basil Brush is in the room... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patently Posted January 20, 2013 Report Share Posted January 20, 2013 Nah, once in a while he said something vaguely funny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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