The finish line is in sight for the road-going Glickenhaus 004.
The street-legal versions of the American-made supercar are finally going into production more than seven years after the vehicle was first announced. The two variants, the 004S and 004CS, will sold by HK Motorcars.
The 004 is a throwback of sorts. The low-slung speed machine is bound to remind more than a few people of the vehicle that laid the groundwork for the modern-day supercar, the McLaren F1. Like Gordon Murray’s most famous creation, it has a curvaceous carbon-fiber body and a bubble cockpit that seats three (the driver up front and their two passengers just behind them). It’s not powered by a V-12 like the F1, but a supercharged V-8 produces an impressive 650 horses. If all that wasn’t enough to entice you, how about this: that output is funneled to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual gearbox.
Glickenhaus 004CS
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It is, in other words, the kind of supercar that purists dream of. And now, thanks to HK Motorcars, it is finally available. The dealer, which is based out of Mount Kisco, New York, has opened up the order books for both versions of the supercar. The cars share the same general look and powertrain but stand apart thanks to some unique features.
The 004S is a true high-performance vehicle, but one that you can also drive on a daily basis comfortably. Both versions of the supercar come with climate control, a backup camera, and charging ports, but the less aggressive variant adds a six-way adjustable rear seat and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. It is also, Glickenhaus claims, the first supercar to pass an NHTSA crash safety impact test despite not coming equipped with airbags.
Inside the 004
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The 004CS is the more hardcore of the pair. It wears a more aggressive aero-kit that includes front-wheel louvres, a rear hood scoop, and a blown rear diffuser. It also features bigger brakes, a front suspension lift system, and center-lock wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires.
If you’ve been waiting for a chance to add the 004 to your collection you might want to reach out to HK Motorcars soon. The company’s website shows that as of press time, three 004S and one 004CS build slots are available. Pricing for both models starts at $450,000.
