Boutwood recently revealed several key details about the revamped M600, which has already been fully designed and is in the final stages of testing. Powering will come from a Yamaha designed Volvo V8 – the same unit in the XC90 SUV – with a pair of turbochargers developed by Motorkraft USA and AER in the UK.
Final specs include a carbon-fiber body shell, a 600hp-plus output and a six speed gearbox. Boutwood claims that it is conceptually similar to a Ferrari F40, and will offer supercar performance at a more affordable price. Also in keeping with Noble's traditions, the new car will have minimal invasive computer assistance and will very much be a driver's car.
Noble plans to build around 50 units of the M600 annually, and there is still no word on whether a left-hand-drive model will be built for the American market - although previous Noble models have been imported in rolling chassis form.
Via: Piston Heads
Reader Comments
Fri May 16 2008 1:43 AM
Wizards Lore says
only if it comes with that paint scheme ;-)
Fri May 16 2008 6:52 AM
elclair says
A Yamaha designed Volvo engine from a XC90 (with 2 turbochargers bolted on) ?!?!?
No thank You! Even if they get huge peformance out of it, I can't see it lasting very long.
The reason it has "minimal invasive" electronics ( what they mean is NO electronics) is because if Noble adds it, it'll will push the price up in line with the big leaguers, and what would you rather have for the same price.
Nice try Peter! I'm sure it'll be fun to drive for a while but I wouldn't pay money for it..
Fri May 16 2008 7:16 AM
chris says
elclair; noble is known for making the best out of really ordinary engines. the V6 is probably the same V6 from the mondeo, if i had to guess, considering almost every other engine noble's used in the last 20 years has been from ford. it just so happens that this V8 will come from a more reputable ford brand that uses and even more reputable engine builder.
I don't know what problems you could possibly see in yamaha or volvo. And correct me if I'm wrong my noble (not being a "prestige brand" and all) generally sells cars that VASTLY outperform anything else for that money, or vastly undercuts anything with similar performance.
Fri May 16 2008 7:17 AM
chris says
excuse me.. typo.. 10 years.. nobles only been around 10 years.
Fri May 16 2008 9:18 AM
MyWheelsOnWalls.com says
Why assume Yamaha makes bad engines? The are infact some of the best in the industry. Yamaha is one of those companies that on the side does some very unique and specialty consulting work for other manufacutrers.
The noble and its engine package will once again trounce its rivals.
Fri May 16 2008 3:27 PM
rnsaza says
Yamaha had a part in the 1st Vette ZR-1, the 32 valve job so this V-8 can't be THAT bad!
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