Skoda begin testing Fabia S2000

OctaviaT81 · 11-02-2008, 09:31

Skoda begin testing Fabia S2000 : Rallye-Info.com

Skoda Auto has started testing the first prototype of the Škoda Fabia Super 2000 today. Designed to be used in the Super 2000 category, the vehicle is based on the second-generation Fabia and, in compliance with the FIA regulations, is equipped with a two-litre atmospheric four-cylinder petrol engine, a six-speed sequential transmission and a four-wheel drive system with three mechanical differentials.

Commenting on the occasion, Dr. Eckhard Scholz, Škoda Auto BOD Member responsible for technological development, said: “We are glad to have started testing the Fabia Super 2000. This year we are planning to optimise and certify the vehicle so that we can use it on both national and international levels. When exactly will the vehicle be released for competition use will depend on the achieved progress, relevant test results and the final certification. Then we are also planning to offer the vehicle to private teams. Based on a customer service arrangement, further development work on the vehicle will be done in close cooperation with our importers worldwide“.

Martin Lauer, Head of Corporate Communications, adds: “The history of over hundred years of involvement in motorsport is unique, and we are proud to be able to continue the success story with the Fabia Super 2000. We believe that the vehicle will become a successful part of this tradition, because car racing is popular all over the world and offers great opportunities to promote our products“.

More photos: Skoda begin testing Fabia S2000 : Rallye-Info.com

mattbeef · 11-02-2008, 09:38

Oww now that looks sexy!

Octygone · 11-02-2008, 09:45

Look what I found

FIA specifications include the following:[5] [6]

Derived from production model, of which 2500 have been produced in the past year
Maximum of 2 liter (2000 cc) displacement
Maximum of 280 bhp[citation needed]
Normal Aspiration
All wheel drive is permitted in rally cars, but not in touring cars.
6-speed sequential gearbox (Control specification made by Sadev, Xtrac or Ricardo. No electronics allowed in differentials)
Front and rear McPherson suspension
No electronic driver aids
Maximum width of 1.8 meters[citation needed]
Must be for sale at a maximum price of €168,000.[7]

mattbeef · 11-02-2008, 09:53

so group buy then?

skisbp · 11-02-2008, 10:44

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Originally Posted by mattbeef

so group buy then?

I'm in!!!

robb06210 · 11-02-2008, 10:53

Quote:

Originally Posted by skisbp

I'm in!!!

Me too

RandomRich · 11-02-2008, 11:35

So what does this mean for the mkII vRS?

When will it be out?

skisbp · 11-02-2008, 11:43

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Originally Posted by RandomRich

So what does this mean for the mkII vRS?
When will it be out?

As some of us have been saying all along eventually...

Jon TDI · 11-02-2008, 11:46

It does look damn nice, but I can't help thinking.....Suzuki Swift.

skisbp · 11-02-2008, 11:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by Octygone

Look what I found
FIA specifications include the following:[5] [6]

Derived from production model, of which 2500 have been produced in the past year
Maximum of 2 liter (2000 cc) displacement
Maximum of 280 bhp[citation needed]
Normal Aspiration

So based on this we might speculate that a future production model vRS/S2000 would have the 150hp 2.0FSI? Seems unlikely.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Octygone

Must be for sale at a maximum price of €168,000.[7]

Well at least we know they'll be cheaper than the current Sport.

RandomRich · 11-02-2008, 11:56

Quote:

Originally Posted by skisbp

As some of us have been saying all along eventually...

Ok but No one actually has a defo date

skisbp · 11-02-2008, 11:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jon TDI

It does look damn nice, but I can't help thinking.....Suzuki Swift.

Damn Suzuki Spys!

Ants · 11-02-2008, 12:00

that looks fantastic in that colour

Makefish · 11-02-2008, 12:17

You can just imagine that blasting through the forests of Wales popping and spitting fire from it's exhaust

Top stuff

irfant · 11-02-2008, 12:43

Just awesome!

L-Y-K · 11-02-2008, 17:12

mmmmmmmmmmmmmm i want one!!

Gula faran · 11-02-2008, 17:22

Pics from George C

Wet Kipper · 11-02-2008, 17:52

mmmmh - Stealth Black should be available as standard !

youngsyd · 11-02-2008, 20:02

I think as long as its based on a road car ie a Fabia 1 HTP, it will be homoglated.

IIRC..

westyRS · 12-02-2008, 00:04

The roof line looks lower than that of the road car.

11-02-2008, 09:31	#1
OctaviaT81 Briskodian Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Cornwall Posts: 899 Thanks: 6 Thanked 15 Times in 13 Posts	Skoda begin testing Fabia S2000 Skoda begin testing Fabia S2000 : Rallye-Info.com Skoda Auto has started testing the first prototype of the Škoda Fabia Super 2000 today. Designed to be used in the Super 2000 category, the vehicle is based on the second-generation Fabia and, in compliance with the FIA regulations, is equipped with a two-litre atmospheric four-cylinder petrol engine, a six-speed sequential transmission and a four-wheel drive system with three mechanical differentials. Commenting on the occasion, Dr. Eckhard Scholz, Škoda Auto BOD Member responsible for technological development, said: “We are glad to have started testing the Fabia Super 2000. This year we are planning to optimise and certify the vehicle so that we can use it on both national and international levels. When exactly will the vehicle be released for competition use will depend on the achieved progress, relevant test results and the final certification. Then we are also planning to offer the vehicle to private teams. Based on a customer service arrangement, further development work on the vehicle will be done in close cooperation with our importers worldwide“. Martin Lauer, Head of Corporate Communications, adds: “The history of over hundred years of involvement in motorsport is unique, and we are proud to be able to continue the success story with the Fabia Super 2000. We believe that the vehicle will become a successful part of this tradition, because car racing is popular all over the world and offers great opportunities to promote our products“. More photos: Skoda begin testing Fabia S2000 : Rallye-Info.com __________________ Skoda Motorsport WRC news, photos & more!

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Octygone Old Git Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Wiltshire Posts: 6,530 Thanks: 179 Thanked 101 Times in 61 Posts	Re: Skoda begin testing Fabia S2000 Look what I found FIA specifications include the following:[5] [6] Derived from production model, of which 2500 have been produced in the past year Maximum of 2 liter (2000 cc) displacement Maximum of 280 bhp[citation needed] Normal Aspiration All wheel drive is permitted in rally cars, but not in touring cars. 6-speed sequential gearbox (Control specification made by Sadev, Xtrac or Ricardo. No electronics allowed in differentials) Front and rear McPherson suspension No electronic driver aids Maximum width of 1.8 meters[citation needed] Must be for sale at a maximum price of €168,000.[7]

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