Spyker C8
Aviation-inspired Dutch artistry meets Audi V8 power in a bespoke, open-top masterpiece.
- Power
- 400 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.4 s
- Top speed
- 186 mph
- Est. value
- $250k–$670k
About the Spyker C8
The Spyker C8 Spyder is a hand-built Dutch supercar that prioritises artisanal design and mechanical purity. Its aluminium spaceframe chassis houses a mid-mounted Audi-sourced 4.2-litre V8, famously paired with an exposed gearshift linkage that operates like a piece of kinetic sculpture. The interior is a masterclass in aviation-inspired detail, featuring quilted leather, a turned aluminium dashboard, and a four-spoke 'propeller' steering wheel. Driving the C8 is a visceral experience, lacking electronic aids like power steering or ABS in early models, demanding total engagement from the pilot.
Spyker C8 specs
The Spyker C8 produces 400 bhp (298 kW) and 480 Nm (354 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.4 seconds and has a top speed of 186 mph (300 km/h).
| Make | Spyker |
|---|---|
| Model | C8 |
| Trim | 4.2 V8 |
| Years | 2000–2012 |
| Type | Supercar |
| Body style | Roadster |
| Country | Netherlands |
| Production | About 250 built |
| Original price | About $226,000 when new |
| Engine | 4.2-litre naturally aspirated V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,172 cc (4.2 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 400 bhp (298 kW) at 6,800 rpm |
| Torque | 480 Nm (354 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 4.4 s |
| Top speed | 186 mph (300 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,250 kg (2,756 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 320 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Spyker C8 worth?
A typical Spyker C8 is estimated to be worth $250,000 – $670,000 (about £186,000 – £500,000).
Its original price when new was about $226,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Spyker C8 rarity in CarSpot
The Spyker C8 is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Spyker C8 fun facts
- The C8's interior features a distinctive 'propeller' steering wheel and an exposed gearshift linkage that is widely considered one of the most beautiful in automotive history.
- Spyker's motto, 'Nulla tenaci invia est via' (For the tenacious, no road is impassable), is inscribed on the car, referencing the brand's early 20th-century aviation and automotive roots.
- The car's wing mirrors are mounted on long, aerodynamic stalks designed to resemble the struts of a vintage biplane.