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  Koenigsegg - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Koenigsegg is a Swedish manufacturer of high-performance cars based initially in Olofström, later moving to Ängelholm.
Koenigsegg was established in Asia later that year with a premier at the Seoul Auto Show.
The phantom insignia on the Koenigsegg is a tribute to the Swedish squadron that operated from this base, which had the ghost as its emblem.
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 Koenigsegg -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The Koenigsegg CC (A standard or typical example) prototype was unveiled in 1997 after undergoing severe road and windtunnel testing.
Koenigsegg was established in (The largest continent with 60% of the earth's population; it is joined to Europe on the west to form Eurasia; it is the site of some of the world's earliest civilizations) Asia later that year with a premier at the Seoul Auto Show.
The phantom insigna on the Koenigsegg is a tribute to the Swedish squadron operating from this base, wich had the ghost as their emblem.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/K/Ko/Koenigsegg.htm   (337 words)

  
 Koenigsegg CC8S   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The Koenigsegg CC8S is a mid engine supercar, built to excel on the road and on the racetrack.
The CC8S is made using state-of-the-art materials and technology; both body and chassis are made of carbonfiber, reinforced with Kevlar and aluminum honeycomb.
The design of the CC8S creates an impression of strength and flowing motion, and perfect aerodynamics have been achieved without compromising this aggressive beauty.
www.sciencedaily.com /encyclopedia/koenigsegg_cc8s   (287 words)

  
 The Fast Show - Koenigsegg CCR & CC8S   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Just for the record, the Koenigsegg CC8S is one of the first supercars that have passed the new offset frontal and side impact crash tests, with the Swedish Autoliv crash test centre claiming that the CC8S was one of the safest cars they have ever tested.
Koenigsegg has clearly dispelled the myth that driving one of the world’s fastest cars means living with an interior that’s all minimalist carbonfibre and aluminium, overlaid with the sweaty, fireproof whiff of full-race testosterone.
Koenigsegg says that the CCR is the fastest car in the world with a top speed in excess of 400-plus kph and the Guinness Book of World Records has certified this.
www.autoemirates.com /SpecialReports/2005/0213Koenigsegg.asp   (2041 words)

  
 Koenigsegg CCR - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Koenigsegg CCR is an automobile made by Koenigsegg.
Based on the Koenigsegg CC8S, the CCR is the top-end car produced by Koenigsegg.
To honour the Swedish Fighter Jet Squadron No. 1, which had occupied the current facility of Koenigsegg, the CCR is adorned with a symbol of a ghost.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Koenigsegg_CCR   (274 words)

  
 Koenigsegg CC8S - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Koenigsegg CC8S is an automobile made by Koenigsegg.
It was knocked off the position of as the fastest production car in the Guinness Book of World Records by the Ferrari Enzo, but another Koenigsegg car, the Koenigsegg CCR soon replaced the honor once again with a top speed of 388km/h knocking off the McLaren F1 out of the record books.
Koenigsegg also make the Koenigsegg CCR, an even faster variant.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Koenigsegg_CC8S   (273 words)

  
 Koenigsegg CC8S Open 4.7 V8 2dr - Autocar Online   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The man behind this car is Christian von Koenigsegg and it is his family coat of arms on the badge.
Neither we nor Koenigsegg were happy with the figures we extracted from the CC8S.
Correctly, the Koenigsegg is an inherent understeerer, though it's more neutral at higher speeds but you'll never start the back wandering without an aggressive right foot.
www.autocarmagazine.co.uk /RoadTest_Summary_pf.asp?RT=204167   (1123 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: Koenigsegg   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Koenigsegg CC8S The Koenigsegg CC8S is an automobile made by Koenigsegg.
The current factory is situated at the F10 Air Force Base near the town of Ängelholm, which lies in the southwestern-most part of Sweden.
The phantom insigna on the Koenigsegg is a tribute to the Swedish squadron operating from this base, which had the ghost as its emblem.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Koenigsegg   (669 words)

  
 M6Board.com
R-version of the first Koenigsegg, the CC8S which had all the features of the CC8S but a refined design of the side air-intakes, different headlight arrangement, a revised rear-design, larger brakes as well as new front splitters.
Christian von Koengisegg himselfs liken the comparison between the CC8S and the CC-R with the BMW 330i (E46) and the M3: "Compared to the CC8, the CCR chassis is slightly reinforced, through extra brcing and a different lay-up of the tub.
Koenigsegg is working to expand their facilities so they can meet demand for 2005.
www.m6board.com /articles.php?id=29&page=3   (1986 words)

  
 THE Koenigsegg, the fastest car in the world | Quartermile   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The Koenigsegg CCR was created by Christian Von Koenigsegg with the support of his dedicated team of designers, engineers and craftsmen.
Prabhakar Chadha states that 'it is my great pleasure to have brought the Koenigsegg to the Middle East, I am sure that it is being appreciated in the GCC and I am positive that we will have some fun with this supercar'.
Koenigsegg who knows his own cars best was amazed by how much power HH was getting out of the CCR due to his brilliant driving skills 'I do have quite a heart beat now' added Christian von Koenigsegg.
www.ameinfo.com /54635.html   (1143 words)

  
 La KOENIGSEGG CC8 S   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Koenigsegg - comme Pagani - était inconnu voilà cinq ans.
Koenigsegg guarantees this car for at least 365 km, the highest top speed for a car approved and commercially available since the discontinued McLaren F1.
As far as we are concerned, and after test of Koenigsegg CC8, our opinion is made: true elite cars, that establish new levels of performance, superior to all existing references, are nowadays manufactured by companies of a limited size, but with an ambition and a vision.
www.autodrome-cannes.com /koenigsegg.htm   (1227 words)

  
 Koenigsegg CC8S -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The Koenigsegg CC8S is an (4-wheeled motor vehicle; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine) automobile made by (Click link for more info and facts about Koenigsegg) Koenigsegg.
It is a (A small low car with a high-powered engine; usually seats two persons) sports car and a (Click link for more info and facts about supercar) supercar with a (Click link for more info and facts about MR drivetrain layout) MR drivetrain layout.
The Koenigsegg developed suspension system, modeled from (Click link for more info and facts about Formula One) Formula One racing, has been judged by expert test-drivers to provide better handling than any competing supercar.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/k/ko/koenigsegg_cc8s2.htm   (358 words)

  
 BMWM5.com - Unofficial enthusiast site. Not in any way affiliated with BMW AG.
Since I met the Koenigsegg people at the Geneva Salon in 2004 and 2005 we agreed on that we should do the airfield meetup as you read on page two of this report.
Koenigsegg have produced 24 cars to customers to date since the "real launch" in 2002 of the car that is most similar to the production CC8S.
Koenigsegg´s filosofy is not to make money on servicing the cars, the customer already have made a big investment in the car.
www.bmwm5.com /articles.php?id=33&page=5   (2263 words)

  
 Koenigsegg Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Koenigsegg follows the footprints of Pagani to be another new supercar maker succeeded to survive, at least for the near future.
Koenigsegg claims a dry weight of 1175kg, which translates to 1275kg when fluid and fuel are loaded, i.e., what we usually refer to "kerb weight".
Outside, the CCR is distinguished from CC8S by reshaped headlamps and a large air splitter at the nose.
www.autozine.org /html/Koenigsegg/CC8.html   (1981 words)

  
 koenigseggnorway.com - news   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
On the 17th and 18th of October 2005, The Koenigsegg CCR conducted the thorough and crucial Sportauto Supertest.
Koenigsegg CCR was without doubt the exhibitons most awesome car.
Koenigsegg showed off the performance of its new CCR at the inauguration of the new Dubai Autodrome this weekend.
www.koenigsegg.no /news.html   (802 words)

  
 Koenigsegg CC 8S © Auto-Salon-Singen AG, Autosalon, Ferrari, Porsche, Mercedes, Bugatti, Autos, Cars
KOENIGSEGG CC 8S: Among the supercars with excellent values concerning output and aerodynamics this sports car will surely take one of the first places.
The Koenigsegg CC 8S is undoubtedly an exception among automobiles proven by its perfection and love to each detail.
As previously mentioned, the Koenigsegg CC 8S is, however, not only a great sports car, but it can also be converted easily into an extravagant roadster.
www.autosalon-singen.de /Katalogfahrzeug_RecordView_DetailAll.cfm?fahrzeugID=08977_0001_04_04&languageID=GB   (724 words)

  
 Welcome to The Car Experience - Koenigsegg CC8S Bassel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
It proved to the world that it was indeed possible for a small and dedicated group of enthusiasts to rival the old established supercar brands.
Production was halted due to a fire accident, which forced Koenigsegg to move into new premices at the F10 Air Force Base at the outskirts of Ängelholm.
Koenigsegg now holds the Guiness World Record for the most powerful streetcar.
www.thecarexperience.com /ASS/31/Koenigsegg.htm   (321 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: Koenigsegg CC8S
Photograph of the front of a Koenigsegg CC8S taken by SamH at the 2003 Goodwood Festival of Speed.
2004 Koenigsegg CCR The Koenigsegg CCR is an automobile made by Koenigsegg.
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www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Koenigsegg-CC8S   (753 words)

  
 KOENIGSEGG CCR / CC8S
The test dummies recorded low levels of impact force on both tests, which is a crucial factor for passing; it confirmed the efficiency of the impact absorption zones on bumpers, thresholds and the front sub frame.
Engine INTRO GENERAL DATA The Koenigsegg CCR is powered by a bespoke supercharged eight cylinder engine, specially developed by the Koenigsegg engineering crew for use in the CCR.
Another novel and vital part of the CCR engine is the minimum drag Koenigsegg DFCC-system (Dynamic Flow Catalytic Converter), nicknamed the “Rocket Cat”, which ensures minimal exhaust back pressure despite allowing for a highly efficient filtering of emission gases.
turbo-car-trade.com /viewCars_1132.aspx   (687 words)

  
 The SUPERCARS | 2003 - Koenigsegg CC 8S   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Following the 2002 Geneva Motor Show, the first red Koenigsegg CC 8S was delivered to its' owner.
The Koenigsegg CC body and chassis are made of autoclaved epoxy pre-impregnated carbonfiber.
The body of the Koenigsegg CC 8S has been designed to incorporate the unique easy access removable and stowable hardtop.
dhost.info /thesupercars/supercars/koenigsegg/cc8s/02cc8s.html   (514 words)

  
 Project Gotham Racing 3 Cars Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Note: CC8S has different tail lights then the CCR that is one of the ways to differentiate between the CCR and the CC8S.
Koenigsegg makes both models with and without the rear wings and they also do other custom things for their customers so for now this is the best I can do until I get a better shot of the CC8S badge on the car or a official statement, announcement from Bizarre/MGS etc.
Note on the Koenigsegg CCR and the CC8S: There's such minute differences in those two models of cars that with the current crop of screens it's hard to differentiate without a Koenigsegg expert, any help on this would greatly be appreciated.
home.comcast.net /~pgr-3/pgr_3_cars.htm   (739 words)

  
 SKF Evolution Online - A super car is born   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Christian von Koenigsegg was born in 1972 in Stockholm, the son of a wealthy entrepreneur.
The Koenigsegg CC body and chassis are made of epoxy pre-impregnated carbon fibre.
The Koenigsegg CC8S is a mid-engine super car built to excel on both the road and the racetrack.
evolution.skf.com /zino.aspx?articleID=422   (1073 words)

  
 KOENIGSEGG CCR   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The Koenigsegg CCR is a step up from the basic Koenigsegg CC8S, which was just about where the McLaren F1 was in terms of speed, power, and weight.
The Koenigsegg CCR has 806 brake horse power, 678 foot-pounds of torque, weighs 1180kg, does zero to 62mph in 3.2 seconds, and a standing quarter mile in 9 seconds flat.
The Koenigsegg uses carbon fibre and titanium with an aluminum block.
web.ics.purdue.edu /~chiang2/koenigsegg.htm   (525 words)

  
 cars.com: Auto Show Coverage
Koenigsegg, the company that holds the Guinness world record for the most powerful production car, has trumped itself.
Like the CC8S, the CCR is a low, aerodynamic mid-engine car with doors that push out from the body and then twist forward.
Both Koenigsegg cars are a monocoque design — in which the body is integrated into the chassis — and use a tall six-speed-manual gearbox.
www.cars.com /go/features/autoshows/vehicle.jsp?autoshow=&vehicletype=production&autoshowyear=2004&vehicle=production_koenigsegg_CCR   (195 words)

  
 Did you know there are at least two other cars that are faster than McLaren F1? - F1 - Automotive Forums .com Car Chat- ...
Not that it matters, but the Koenigsegg's top speed has never been officially tested, and the Veyron is too unstable at those speeds and is going to be sold with a top speed limited to around 220mph.
That's is Koenigsegg is still not permitted from Europe EPA regulation.
Koenigsegg is very new to me. I haven't got the "love thing" going yet.
www.automotiveforums.com /t255904.html   (4699 words)

  
 Koenigsegg kleverness   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The Koenigsegg CC is a mid-engine supercar built for both the road and the racetrack.
Koenigsegg was established in Asia later that year with a premier at the Seoul Auto
The Koenigsegg CC is a mid engine supercar, built to excel both on the road and on
www.thingsthatstartwithk.com /koenigsegg.html   (293 words)

  
 Koenigsegg CCR   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The Koenigsegg CCR is a new supercar produced in Sweden, which debuted at the 2004 Geneva Auto Show.
It has all the features of the Koenigsegg CC8S model but a refined design of the side air intakes, different headlight arrangement, a revised rear design, larger brakes, a more powerful engine and small performance enhancing modifications as well as new front splitters for optimized downforce.
This is to honor the Swedish Fighter Jet Squadron No. 1 which had their fighter jets in the same facility as Koenigsegg now occupies.
www.sciencedaily.com /encyclopedia/koenigsegg_ccr   (504 words)

  
 2004 Koenigsegg CCR Pictures and Specifications   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
It has all the features of the CC8S model but a refined design of the side air intakes, different headlight arrangement, a revised rear design, larger brakes, a more powerful engine and small performance enhancing modifications as well as new front splitters for optimized downforce.
The extremely favourable power figures are made possible thanks to use of a specially developed Swedish Lysholm twin-screw compressor and a new exhaust system made of titanium.
This is to honour the Swedish Fighter Jet Squadron No. 1 which had their fighter jets in the same facility as Koenigsegg now occupies.
www.fast-autos.net /koenigsegg/koenigseggccr.html   (164 words)

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