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Why These 3 Supercars Were Doomed from the Start

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Let’s take a look at three unfortunate supercars that faced discontinuation due to management difficulties

Automakers like Ferrari, Lamborghini, and Porsche consistently astonish consumers with their aerodynamic designs and powerful performance vehicles. However, despite their impressive capabilities and sophisticated aesthetics, several supercar models have been discontinued for various unfortunate reasons.

One notable example is Bugatti’s EB110, which faced severe management challenges when then-president Romano Artioli attempted to acquire another company forcefully. As a result, the vehicle never made it to market. Alongside the EB110, three other supercars that boasted exceptional design and performance also fell victim to discontinuation, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the automotive industry.

Noble’s supercar M600 lacked ABS brakes, making it difficult for non-professional drivers to handle

Noble is a British automaker renowned for its high-performance engines and ultra-lightweight vehicles. The M600 supercar showcases the brand’s engineering prowess. It features a twin-turbocharged V8 engine from Yamaha and is constructed from lightweight stainless steel and carbon fiber.

The M600 is a formidable machine that can reach speeds of approximately 346 km/h (215 mph) and deliver around 650 horsepower. However, it notably lacks an ABS brake system, which presents challenges for non-professional drivers. As a result of this limitation, Noble ultimately discontinued production after manufacturing about 30 units of the M600.

BMW and Lamborghini collaborated to create the historic BMW M1

BMW began developing new vehicles for Group 5 rallies in the late 1970s, fueled by a growing ambition for motorsports. Jochen Neerpasch, who oversaw BMW’s motorsport initiatives at the time, focused on creating racing cars with a mid-engine layout. This vision led to a collaboration with Lamborghini, a manufacturer with extensive experience in mid-engine sports cars, creating the M1.

The M1 featured a distinctive front design based on its midship layout, complete with unique pop-up headlights contributing to its striking appearance. The lower front end incorporated BMW’s iconic kidney grille, highlighting the brand’s signature style. Powered by an inline 6-cylinder 3.5-liter M88 engine, the M1 produced around 277 horsepower and 34 kgf.m of torque, making it a formidable contender in motorsports. However, as Lamborghini faced financial difficulties, the production of the M1 became increasingly challenging. Ultimately, only 453 units were produced across all specifications, marking the end of the M1’s production run.

Jaguar’s limited-edition XJ220 faced discontinuation due to an economic crisis

Jaguar’s limited edition sports car, the XJ220, began as a concept featuring a 6.2-liter V12 engine. However, when it entered production in the early 1990s, it was equipped with a twin-turbocharged V6 engine developed from the MG Metro. This vehicle, capable of producing approximately 542 horsepower and 65 kgf.m of torque, initially garnered significant attention. Unfortunately, many buyers soon canceled their orders.

The cancellations stemmed from two key issues. First, Jaguar informed customers who had pre-ordered the XJ220 that the final price would be around £490,000, significantly higher than the initially promised price of approximately Jaguar’s limited edition sports car, the XJ220. Additionally, the global recession coinciding with the car’s release left many buyers unable to afford the purchase.

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