# Sleek Rough Supercars The Spartan V is a Wickedly Smooth Vehicle By manzil | Published 2010-09-18 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-spartan-v References: [autoblog](http://www.autoblog.com/2010/09/15/spartan-v-track-car-is-a-motorcycle-on-four-wheels/) & [spartan-v](http://www.spartan-v.com/spartan-v.com/Home.html) The Spartan V is a sleek and stylish [track car](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-coyote-utopia) featuring [Ducati](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panigale) 1198S engine capable of producing 170 horsepower. With a tubular space-frame [carbon fibre chasis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2027-bentley-continental-gt-supersports) that makes the car lightweight but extremely tough, other features of the Spartan V include fully-adjustable racing shock absorbers, and exposed suspension components. Only 300 of The Spartan V units will be produced and they are available at a price of about $84,000. **Implications** - While there may be other cars faster or newer than the Spartan V, it has firmly established itself as my official "dream car." Not only am I attracted to the gorgeous red paintjob, but the Spartan V is a specialty creation that looks ready for anything. Especially a sunny summer's day. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sleek Supercars:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include designing supercars with sleek and stylish exteriors to appeal to luxury car enthusiasts. - **Track Cars:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include creating track cars with powerful engines and lightweight carbon fiber chassis to enhance performance on the race track. - **Limited Edition Vehicles:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include producing limited edition vehicles with unique features and a limited production run to create exclusivity and demand. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include developing advanced automotive technologies and materials to create sleek and high-performance vehicles. - **Luxury Cars:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include integrating cutting-edge design and technology to create luxurious and visually appealing cars. - **Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include implementing advanced manufacturing techniques and processes to produce limited edition vehicles with precision and efficiency. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Audaciously Powerful Hypercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerful-hypercars.md) - [Stealthy Fantasy-Themed Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f117-4wd-covenant.md) - [Ultra-Luxe Italian Superbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panigale.md) - [Affordable British Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noble-m500.md) - [Reimagined Road-Legal Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roadlegal-supercar.md) - [Ultra-Advanced Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koenigsegg-sadairs-spear.md) - [Exclusive Luxury Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-car.md) - [Minimalist Restomod Speedsters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sp40.md) - [Riproaring Convertible Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riproaring-convertible-supercar.md)