Latest news with #Rallye
Top Gear
03-07-2025
- Automotive
- Top Gear
The new Alpine A290 Rallye is a £62k customer competition car
First Look No extra power to report, but there's upgraded running gear, racier suspension and a tweaked sound generator Skip 3 photos in the image carousel and continue reading Say hello to the Alpine A290 'Rallye'. It's the brand's first all-electric customer competition car, intended for both one-make events and open races, and will debut later this year. Though the running gear has been adapted for motorsport, the front-driven e-motor remains unchanged, maintaining a punchy 215bhp and 221lb ft of torque. Alpine has instead fettled with the ECU and revamped the monitoring systems, allowing the 52kWh battery to work more efficiently. Advertisement - Page continues below What's more, the Rallye will get a different sort of sound generator to the standard car, which tunes in with the driver's throttle inputs to make… noise. Precisely what sort of noise, we'll have to wait and see. Looks the part too, no? The body gets a roof scoop and a black bonnet with pins, finished up with a funky blue and white livery. Can't forget those 18in Evo Corse alloys either, painted in the customary shade of white and wrapped around a set of Michelin rubber. You might like Tucked behind those will be 350mm brake discs at the front and 280mm ones at the rear, hooked up to a race-bred ABS control unit. Elsewhere, the modified suspension is bolstered by ALP Racing shocks, while a ZF self-locking limited-slip diff is there to help around the twisty bits. Inside, the Rallye will get an FIA-grade welded roll cage and Sabelt bucket seats. Most important of all is the inclusion of a hydraulic handbrake - imperative for maximum slip and slide around a tight loose gravel stage. Advertisement - Page continues below Customers will have their first chance to compete at a single-race event later this year in France, where Alpine will provide technical support where needed. At certain fixtures, the manufacturer will even have its own paddock and dedicated charging infrastructure in place. Talk about getting your money's worth, eh? Money that sits in the region of €59,990 pre-VAT - or circa £62k on this side of the Chunnel. Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. Look out for your regular round-up of news, reviews and offers in your inbox. Get all the latest news, reviews and exclusives, direct to your inbox.
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Three Collectible Icons from Scott Lougheed Collection Headline Mecum Houston Auction
Read the full story on Modern Car Collector Three standout vehicles from the Scott Lougheed Collection—each an icon of its era—are headed to Mecum's Houston auction on Saturday, April 5, 2025, and all will sell at no reserve. Leading the trio is a , one of just 308 V-code cars equipped with a 440 Six-Barrel V-8 and 4-speed manual transmission. Finished in Lemon Twist with a black vinyl top, the winged muscle car retains its matching-numbers powertrain and includes its original broadcast sheet. Additional highlights include a Hurst pistol grip shifter, A33 Track Pak with Sure Grip 3.54 gears, front disc brakes, and power steering. An older repaint preserves its factory presentation, while Rallye wheels and the 'Beep Beep' horn complete the car's unmistakable NASCAR-homologation heritage. Equally eye-catching is the , showing just 13,969 miles and preserved in highly original condition. The famous stainless-steel bodywork and gullwing doors remain untouched, while its PRV-sourced 2.85L V-6 pairs with a 5-speed manual transmission. Inside, black leather upholstery, air conditioning, and factory turbine wheels maintain its futuristic 1980s charm. A factory Craig AM/FM radio and rear louvers emphasize the time-capsule nature of this collectible coupe. Completing the trio is a , presented in classic Rosso Corsa over a black leather interior. Powered by a 2.9L V-8 with Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection and a 5-speed manual transmission, the GTSi features a removable Targa top, air conditioning, and a recent $23,000 major service by Moorespeed. With its iconic wedge styling, Campagnolo wheels, and gated shifter, the Ferrari remains a favorite among collectors and enthusiasts. All three vehicles will cross the auction block at no reserve, offering buyers a rare chance to own timeless machines from three distinct corners of automotive history. To see the full selection of cars selling at Mecum Houston on April 3-5, visit Follow us on Facebook and Twitter
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Project Car Alert: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda Convertible
⚡️ Read the full article on Motorious Classic car enthusiasts now have a rare chance to rescue and revive a 1970 Plymouth Barracuda Gran Coupe convertible, one of just 66 originally built with a powerful 383-cubic-inch V8 engine. Emerging from California, this prime restoration candidate has recently hit the market, igniting interest among muscle car collectors and restorers alike. This Barracuda Gran Coupe was originally delivered in Lemon Twist Yellow, paired with a black bucket-seat interior featuring a center console, and a power-assisted white convertible top. Despite its age, the vehicle retains critical documentation and identifiers, including the original VIN, fender tags, door sticker, and body stamps, enhancing its collectible status. Though the car now houses a non-running 318 cubic-inch engine, its rarity and solid structural condition make it an ideal restoration candidate. According to the current seller, critical structural elements like frame rails, rockers, torsion support, firewall, and door pillars remain remarkably rust-free, reflecting its dry California origins. Additionally, the convertible-specific components—often extremely difficult to source—are reportedly intact, including original door and quarter glass in good condition. Several sought-after options, such as 15-inch Rallye wheels, a Rallye instrument cluster, and even a period-correct 8-track radio, have already been added, lending authenticity and value to the vehicle. Given the rapidly increasing values of original muscle cars, especially those with limited production figures, interest in this Barracuda is likely to remain high. With meticulous restoration, this convertible Gran Coupe could significantly increase in value, making it both an appealing passion project and a potentially wise investment. With only 66 originally built, this rare 1970 Plymouth Barracuda convertible stands as a compelling example of Mopar's classic muscle-car legacy and is poised to find a devoted new caretaker.
