Mid-mounted engine Escort ship Probably the most anticipated car of the past decade, and it’s easy to see why. It’s a mid-engine, powered by a V8 sport car with nearly 500 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque, a dual-clutch transmission, and incredible looks, all for less than $60,000 when it was released. You’ll be hard-pressed to find that kind of performance bargain anywhere else. As good as the price, win one from Omaze The sound is even better.
Here are the specifications of the Escort ship in question, according to Omaze:
- Maximum seat: 2
- Engine: V8 6.2L
- Drivetrain: RWD
- Exterior color: TBD
- Interior color: TBD
- Maximum horsepower: 495 horsepower
- Maximum torque: 470 lb-ft
- Acceleration: 0–60 in 2.9 seconds
- Top speed: 194 mph
- Fuel consumption: 16/24/19 mpg city/highway/combined
- Fuel capacity: 18.5 gallon
- Approximate Retail Value: $84,000
- Cash replacement: $63,000
- Special features: Z51 performance package, 3LT trim, carbon fiber accents, rear 19”/20” alloy wheels, fully digital gauge cluster with head-up display, 8” HD color infotainment system with touchscreen and navigation , a driver-focused cockpit with a square, two-spoke steering wheel inspired by racing cars, a 14-speaker Bose Performance Series Sound System.
Here’s what we said about the mid-engine Corvette in our first driving review:
“The Corvette Stingray we drove at Spring Mountain, pictured above, equipped with a Z51 track pack. It adds an electronic limited-slip differential, the Brembo is larger brake with four-piston monobloc brake calipers, enhanced cooling, Michelin Pilot 4S sport tires, specific axle ratios, a performance exhaust, a two-piece front splitter and rear spoiler all together generate 400 pounds of downforce, and a track-tuned FE3 suspension (base is the FE1 and without FE2) spring changer, swingarm, dampers and electronic calibration. You can enhance all of that with the optional $1,895 FE4 magnetic suspension, larger spoiler, and a pair of upgraded seats. While we didn’t get a chance to try the $1,495 midsize GT2 seats, we recommend trying the $1,995 Competition Sport top-of-the-line seats before ordering – both drivers Your Autoblog tests were all on the slim side and found the bottom of the seat to be uncomfortable pinched. The standard GT1 seats (pictured below) are fine in that respect and still offer adjustable side bars that give us enough room on the track. The low roll and roof construction also causes headroom problems for this pair of six-legged riders, especially with helmets on the track.
“A lot of information is that the C8 does not have a traditional manual transmission, but it also does not have a traditional automatic transmission. Honestly, the two wouldn’t fit in with what really is a mid-engine supercar has a blitzing ability from 0 to 60 in 2.9 seconds. On the track, a new eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission developed by GM and Tremec are smart enough to shift at the right moment most of the time, but still have some quirky gearshift choices and moments when it’s time to pull the paddle. That almost never happens when using the most aggressive settings of Porsche PDK or Mercedes AMGmanual is automatic, but this is a critique regarding the level of excellence. GM and Tremec should be applauded for their efforts.
“So does the fat Brembo brakes of the Z51 package. That pedal itself is also nicely placed for the left foot brake, which cannot be said for Porsche.”
You are probably asking yourself, what does it take to win? First of all, according to Omaze, “no contribution or payment is required to enter or win this sweepstakes.” $10 will get you 100 entries, while $50 will get you 1,000 entries and $100 will get you 2,000 entries.
The donations themselves will benefit the 500 Festival Foundation. According to Omaze, “The 500 Festival organization supports the 500 Festivals in its mission of organizing life-enriching events and programs that celebrate the spirit and heritage of the Indianapolis 500, promote a positive impact on the city of Indianapolis and state of Indiana. Your generosity can ensure everyone has access to the free education, health and fitness programs, and leadership development of the Festival’s 500 youth. ”
If you want all 495 of these mid-engined horses in your driveway, Fill in here. The deadline to enter is August 12, 2022, at 11:59 p.m. PT.
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