Contents
01Overview
At a glance
- Built
- Not yet verified
- Years
- 1992–1993
- Engine
- Twin-turbo V8 (GM-based, as in the W8) · 7,000 cc / 7.0 LFactory: 7,000 cc
- Power
- 895 kW / 1,220 PSFactory: 1,200 hp · converted
- Top speed
- 402 km/hFactory: 250 mph · converted
- Body
- Not yet verified
- Designer
- Gerald Wiegert
- In this archive
- Not yet verified
- Surviving
- 2 (independently researched)
Sources and any conflicting figures are in the sections below.
Why it matters
The WX-3 was Vector's follow-on to the W8 hypercar, with softer lines and a choice of twin-turbo V8 outputs announced. Its development ended when control of the company changed hands, leaving two prototypes.
How rare is it?
Six separate kinds of rarity – never combined into one number.
Each kind of rarity is rated separately and never combined.
02Production & history
Production
Every figure says what it counts.
| What is counted | Figure | Basis | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total model productionboth WX-3 prototypes remain with the founder | 21 | Surviving examples | 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
Vector Motors, founded by Gerald Wiegert, put the W8 into production in 1989. At the 1993 Geneva Motor Show Wiegert introduced the WX-3 in coupe and roadster form, with three twin-turbo engine options based on a GM V8, from 600 bhp up to 1200 bhp. On his return he found himself shut out of the company by its main investors, who had other plans for Vector's future.
His departure ended WX-3 development and only the two prototypes were built. One source describes the coupe as an updated, rebodied W8 using the W8's turbocharged V8, and notes that the planned range of larger engines was never completed. Both prototypes remain with Wiegert.
Variants
How each version differs from the standard WX-3.
No variants documented yet. Have a source? Contribute it.
03Specifications
Technical specifications
Engine
| Engine family | Rodeck resleevable turbocharged V8 (W8-based)2 Independently researched |
|---|---|
| Engine code | Not yet verified |
| Layout | Twin-turbo V8 (GM-based, as in the W8)1,2 Independently researched |
| Displacement | 7,000 cc / 7.0 LFactory: 7,000 cc2 Independently researched |
| Bore | Not yet verified |
| Stroke | Not yet verified |
| Compression ratio | Not yet verified |
| Fuel system | Not yet verified |
| Power | 895 kW / 1,220 PSFactory: 1,200 hp · converted2 Independently researched |
| Power at | 5,800 rpm2 Independently researched |
| Torque | 950 NmFactory: 950 Nm2 Independently researched |
| Torque at | 4,900 rpm2 Independently researched |
Transmission & drivetrain
| Gearbox | 3-speed automatic2 Independently researched |
|---|---|
| Gears | 32 Independently researched |
| Driven wheels | Not yet verified |
Chassis, body & dimensions
| Chassis | Not yet verified |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | Not yet verified |
| Rear suspension | Not yet verified |
| Brakes | 13.5 in vented discs with ABS, front and rear2 Independently researched |
| Steering | Not yet verified |
| Body construction | Not yet verified |
| Wheelbase | 2,616 mmFactory: 2,616 mm2 Independently researched |
| Length | 4,673 mmFactory: 4,673 mm2 Independently researched |
| Width | 2,032 mmFactory: 2,032 mm2 Independently researched |
| Height | 1,080 mmFactory: 1,080 mm2 Independently researched |
| Front track | Not yet verified |
| Rear track | Not yet verified |
| Kerb weight | 1,620 kgFactory: 1,620 kg2 Independently researchedSource calls it curb weight. |
| Dry weight | Not yet verified |
Performance
| Maximum speed | 402 km/hFactory: 250 mph · converted2 EstimatedProjected by Vector for the top engine, not tested. The table reads ~402.3 km/h / 250.0 mph. |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | Not yet verified |
| Fuel tank | Not 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.
The roadster featured a very low windshield. The coupe prototype was originally painted silver and later repainted in the teal it wears today.
Sources
Each number links to the exact facts it supports.
-
1
1993 Vector WX-3 Twin Turbo Level C Wouter Melissen · Ultimatecarpage.com
- both WX-3s are still in the ownership of Gerald Wiegert
- Based on GM's V8
-
2
1992 Vector WX3 Concept Level C Supercars.net
- the same Rodeck resleevable turbocharged V8 from the W8
- same Rodeck resleevable turbocharged V8 from the W8
- 7000 cc / 427.2 in³
- At high boost levels it is capable of developing 1,200 hp
- 1000 bhp @ 5800 rpm
- 950 nm / Not Available ft lbs @ 4900 rpm
- @ 4900 rpm
- 3-Speed Auto
- 13.5 in Vented Discs w/ ABS
- 2616 mm / 103.0 in
- 4673 mm / 184.0 in
- 2032 mm / 80.0 in
- 1080 mm / 42.5 in
- 1620 kg / 3571 lbs
- could have been fine-tuned to reach speeds at over 250 mph
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