Founded in 2010, it seems that Vencer is seeking to better the efforts of struggling compatriot Spyker Cars by releasing its own low-volume bespoke supercar: the Sarthe. Named after the region in France where the Le Mans 24 Hours is held, the car will be powered by an eight-cylinder motor producing 503bhp and 480lb ft of torque, which apparently facilitates a 0-62mph sprint of 3.8 seconds and a top speed of over 200mph. Power is transmitted from the mid-mounted V8 to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual transmission and limited-slip differential.

As now seems to be a prerequisite for a modern supercar, an abundance of carbonfibre is present: all of the Sarthe’s body panels are made of the woven stuff, though the chassis uses a less extravagant steel construction.

The Vencer Sarthe will retail for 265,000 euros.

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