Callaway C16 Convertible Headed for NYIAS

Callaway Cars, a company that creates cars,with serial numbered plaque on each model that marks
products, systems, and components that exemplifyits identity.
automotive technological sophistication has recentlyWell, as expected for a super car model, the Callaway
announced that they will present their latest automotiveC16 Convertible is equipped with a high performance
pieces of engineering at the forthcoming 2007 Newengine under its sleek and stylish hood. The C16
York International Auto Show (NYIAS) that will add upConvertible comes with a monstrous supercharged
to their product lineup. One of these latest products6.0-liter V8 engine capable of pumping out 560 hp. For
from Callaway Cars headed for New York show iscustomers who starve for more power output,
the C16 Convertible super car that is based on theCallaway is offering the optional Performance
popular Chevrolet Corvette platform.Package. With this optional powertrain package, the
"Customers who want the exhilaration of a convertibleV8 engine pumps out an impressive 616 hp at 6,200
and the daily driver convenience of a paddle-shiftrpm and produces 582 lb-ft amount of peak torque at
automatic without sacrificing the performance4,750 rpm.
capabilities of a Z06 and beyond, can only get it here,"The engine is combined with three available
said Reeves Callaway, founder of Callaway Car.transmission types including 6-speed manual gearbox,
"With this car we have maintained the C16'sanother 6-speed manual gearbox with shorter ratios in
class-leading performance, while creating a gorgeousthe first four gears, and a 6-speed automatic gearbox
convertible version, based on one of the best sportswith paddle shift. This powertrain package allows the
car platforms ever made. In true Callaway tradition itCallaway C16 Convertible to accelerate from zero to
incorporates our race-proven technologies and60 mph in just 3.5 seconds, reaching a top speed of
superlative craftsmanship in an arresting and appealingover 200 mph. In spite of the powerful performance,
style." he further explained.the C16 Convertible still offers an impressive fuel
In addition, Callaway Cars said: "The C16 convertibleeconomy compared to other super car models as well
takes performance, style and open-air motoring to theas low exhaust emissions.
next level, giving buyers an opportunity to experienceFor the super car's dynamic handling, Callaway
premium supercar performance in a convertible."equipped the new C16 Convertible with newly
Designed by veteran Callaway Cars designer Pauldeveloped Callaway/Eibach Multi-Pro coil-over
Deutschman, the Callaway C16 Convertible has beensuspension along with super-lightweight Callaway
remodeled from the original design and receivedDymag wheels dubbed as the "lightest road wheel in
additional design cues while retaining other features ofthe industry". The C16 Convertible is equipped with
the Chevy Corvette like the power top and probably19-inch Dymag wheels on the front, and 20-inch at the
the GM throttle body spacers.rear fitted with 285/30ZR19 front and 325/25ZR20
Inside the cockpit, the C16 Convertible's interior comesrear performance tires.
in German leather and Alcantara trim designs. ThereAnd the sticker price? Well, you can get the
are also numerous Callaway badging on the interiorhigh-performance Callaway C16 Convertible on your
parts like door sill panels, steering wheel and passengergarage by spending $128,765 USD.
dash, to name the few. The Callaway C16 also comes