Panoz Abruzzi Spirit of Le Mans Teased

I hate teasers but I guess we just all have to live with such things. American car firm Panoz Auto Development has just unveiled their new sports car that will be showcased at the next Le Mans 24 Hours.

The car is powered by a 4.6L Ford V8 tuned to dish out 300 bhp. The engine’s mounted at the front and is built upon an aluminum chassis from Panoz’ own Esperante.

Even with a V8, the car’s sort of green. The body’s made from recycled materials and the special cooling system is expected to make the car run more efficient.

As for the styling, the car is said to be inspired by “a classic era” when racers can compete in Le Mans with the car they drive getting to and going from there.

“We are truly excited about the Panoz Abruzzi – not only about the design and performance of the car, but by the whole concept it represents,” said company boss Don Panoz.