Spyker C8 Aileron Spyder: Extravagant Fighter Plane Goes Topless

Because driving a Spyker C8 Aileron isn't as much fun if people can't see you enjoying it, Spyker unveiled the Spyker C8 Aileron Spyder to the wealthy masses at this weekend's Pebble Beach Concours.

As with its hard-topped twin, the C8 Aileron gets the same Audi-sourced 4.2-liter V8 mounted behind the driver and pushing 400 HP through either a six-speed manual or automatic tranny. In order to maintain the dynamic driving experience its price tag and power warrant, there's a Lotus-designed suspension sitting under the attractive, though polarizing, metallic skin.

The least subtle touch is the inclusion of the company's motto, in block letters, around the decklid. The text is "Nulla Tenaci Invia Est Via." This is Latin for "if you can read Latin you probably went to Exeter or some shit and got a well-connected job in finance and therefore will easily be able to afford this car."

Full details in the press release.