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C8 Spyder T

Twin-turbo C8 Spyder; 25 announced, one built

IDENTIFICATION CARD · SPYKER C8 SPYDER T 2003
No licensed photograph yet. Photographs are published only when their licence permits it.
1BuiltIndependently researched
0Chassis documentedin this archive
?SurvivingNot yet verified
Contents
  1. 01Overview
  2. 02Production & history
  3. 03Specifications
  4. 04Colours & options
  5. 05Individual cars
  6. 06Reference

01Overview

At a glance

Built
1 Built
Years
2003
Engine
Mid-mounted longitudinal 90-degree V8 · 4,172 cc / 4.2 LFactory: 4,172 cc
Power
391 kW / 532 PSFactory: 525 hp · converted
Top speed
320 km/hFactory: 320 km/h
Body
Not yet verified
Designer
Not yet verified
In this archive
Not yet verified
Surviving
Not yet verified

Sources and any conflicting figures are in the sections below.

Why it matters

The C8 Spyder T was the twin-turbo version of Spyker's C8 Spyder, using the Audi V8 prepared by Cosworth Technology. It was planned as a run of 25 cars and as a base for homologating a racing version under ACO and FIA GT rules.

How rare is it?

Six separate kinds of rarity – never combined into one number.

Model rarityNot yet assessed
Specification rarityOne-off 1 · Built1
Colour rarityNot yet assessed
Individual rarityNot yet assessed
Historical rarityNot yet assessed
Survival rarityNot yet assessed

Each kind of rarity is rated separately and never combined.

02Production & history

Production

Every figure says what it counts.

What is countedFigureBasisStatus
Factory package productionbuilt (25 announced) 11 Factory production Independently researched

Independent counts (e.g. engine and colour) are never combined into a calculated figure. Surviving examples are never presented as original production.

History

Spyker announced at the Amsterdam Motor Show in February 2003 that it would show a twin-turbo C8 at the IAA, with Cosworth Technology (an Audi subsidiary) preparing the Audi V8. Output rose from 400 to 525 bhp, and the car got a wider track, extended wheel arches, a small rear spoiler and additional louvres.

Production was expected in the second half of 2004. The C8 line itself began as the Silvestris V8 of 1999 and the first production C8 Spyder appeared at the 2000 Birmingham show.

Variants

How each version differs from the standard C8 Spyder T.

No variants documented yet. Have a source? Contribute it.

03Specifications

Technical specifications

Engine

Engine familyNot yet verified
Engine codeNot yet verified
LayoutMid-mounted longitudinal 90-degree V82 Independently researched
Cylinders82 Independently researched
Displacement 4,172 cc / 4.2 LFactory: 4,172 cc2 Independently researched
Bore 84.5 mmFactory: 84.5 mm2 Independently researched
Stroke 93 mmFactory: 93 mm2 Independently researched
Compression ratioNot yet verified
ValvetrainDOHC, 5 valves per cylinder2 Independently researched
Fuel systemNot yet verified
InductionTwin turbochargers2 Independently researched
Power 391 kW / 532 PSFactory: 525 hp · converted2 Independently researchedSource states bhp.
Power at 5,700 rpm2 Independently researched
Torque 560 NmFactory: 560 Nm2 Independently researched
Redline 7,500 rpm2 Independently researched

Transmission & drivetrain

Gearbox6-speed sequential or manual2 Independently researched
GearsNot yet verified
Driven wheelsRear (switchable ASR, optional LSD)2 Independently researched

Chassis, body & dimensions

ChassisAluminium spaceframe2 Independently researched
Front suspensionDouble wishbones, adjustable inboard Koni dampers2 Independently researched
Rear suspensionDouble wishbones, adjustable inboard Koni dampers2 Independently researched
BrakesVented discs, 6-piston front and 4-piston rear calipers, ABS2 Independently researched
SteeringNot yet verified
Body constructionNot yet verified
Wheelbase 2,575 mmFactory: 2,575 mm2 Independently researched
Length 4,185 mmFactory: 4,185 mm2 Independently researched
Width 1,920 mmFactory: 1,920 mm2 Independently researched
Height 1,065 mmFactory: 1,065 mm2 Independently researched
Front track 1,440 mmFactory: 1,440 mm2 Independently researched
Rear track 1,620 mmFactory: 1,620 mm2 Independently researched
Kerb weight 1,315 kgFactory: 1,315 kg2 Independently researched
Dry weightNot yet verified

Performance

Maximum speed 320 km/hFactory: 320 km/h2 Independently researchedApproximate figure from a user-submitted spec table.
0–100 km/hNot yet verified
0–60 mph 3.9 s2 Independently researchedApproximate.
Fuel tankNot yet verified

“Not yet verified” means no source has been checked for that value yet. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap.

04Colours & options

Factory colours & interiors

Original paint and trim, with the number of cars in each where a source gives it.

Not yet documented. Have a source? Contribute it.

Factory options & codes

Codes are shown exactly as written by the manufacturer.

Not yet documented. Have a source? Contribute it.

05Individual cars

Chassis register

Every documented car, with its colours, history and where it is now. Open a row for the full record. Known chassis are not automatically authenticated originals.

Not yet documented. Have a source? Contribute it.

Competition history

Every race result of the individual cars, in date order. Click a chassis number to open its full record in the register.

Not yet documented. Have a source? Contribute it.

Auction & sale history

Documented public sales of the individual cars. Click a chassis number to open its full record in the register.

Not yet documented. Have a source? Contribute it.

See one in person

Museums where an example of this car can be seen.

No example is documented on public display yet. Have a source? Contribute it.

06Reference

Identification guide

How to tell an original from a replica or later conversion.

Being verified against factory or registry sources before it is published. Have a source? Contribute it.

Sources

Each number links to the exact facts it supports.

  1. 1
    TopGear Nederland – Alle modellen van Spyker ooit gebouwd Level C
    • 1 built (25 announced)
    Accessed 2026-11-12
  2. 2
    2003-2007 Spyker C8 Spyder T Level D Supercars.net
    • Bi-Turbo Audi 90 Degree V8 ... Mid Longitudinal
    • 90 Degree V8
    • displacement 4172 cc
    • bore 84.5 mm
    • stroke 93 mm
    • DOHC, 5 Valves per Cyl
    • Bi-Turbo Audi 90 Degree V8
    • 391.5 kw / 525 bhp @ 5700 rpm
    • 525 bhp @ 5700 rpm
    • 560 nm / 413.0 ft lbs @ 1950 to 5600 rpm
    • redline 7500
    • 6-Speed Sequential or Manual
    • RWD w/Switchable ASR, Optional LSD
    • Aluminum body over Aluminum Spaceframe
    • Double Wishbones w/Adjustable & Inboard Koni Dampers
    • Vented Discs w/6-Piston Calipers, ABS ... 4-Piston Calipers
    • wheelbase 2575 mm
    • length 4185 mm
    • width 1920 mm
    • height 1065 mm
    • front track 1440 mm
    • rear track 1620 mm
    • curb weight 1315 kg
    • top speed ~320 kph
    • 0 - 60 mph ~3.9 seconds
    Accessed 2026-11-13

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