ST. PETERSBURG, Florida -- The duPont REGISTRY(TM) Exotic Car Buyers Guide 2006, distributed by duPont Publishing, is the annual special issue solely focused on exotic vehicles from the top manufacturers in the world. Available on newsstands beginning September 27th, the edition introduces seven "Best" Awards for the sexiest and most desirable exotic cars for 2006. The new Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder graces the cover of this special issue which rates every exotic on a range of categories from the understated elegance of the Rolls-Royce Phantom to the fast and furious 253-mph Bugatti Veyron.
With categories such as "Best New Exotic" and "Best Bang for the Buck," the duPont REGISTRY(TM) Exotic Car Buyers Guide distills the essence of each award-winning exotic, with a specification list that compares price, horsepower, torque, 0-60 times and top speeds. Each review also includes a short editorial on the car's styling, handling and performance characteristics. The duPont REGISTRY(TM) editors, experts on the exotic car market, also utilized the opinions of their readers in making their decisions.
"We reviewed the latest exotics from A to Z and feel that these seven models combine the very best in technology, performance and handling, with the ultimate in styling and luxury," says Tom duPont, Publisher of the duPont REGISTRY(TM) Exotic Car Buyers Guide. "Today's market for exotics continues to expand as manufacturers answer enthusiasts' demands for horsepower, cutting-edge innovation and dramatic designs. These seven cars pace the market as the pinnacle of today's supercars."
For 2006, the duPont REGISTRY(TM) "Best" winners are:
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This convertible looks cooler than its coupe sibling, with a drop-top system that's the closest thing to a mechanical ballet since Michael Jackson's moonwalk. At approximately $180,000 it will restyle your hair at 195 mph, a drive that can only be described as shattering |
Best New Convertible -- Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder  |
Best Ultimate Exotic -- Bugatti EB 16.4 Veyron
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A mind-blowing 1001-hp produces a 2.4-second 0-60 time and a top speed of epic proportions at 253 mph. This megacar looks and feels like a low-flying aircraft and, even with its $1.2 million dollar price tag, this powerful beauty is worth the wait. |
An Audi-powered, all-aluminum, mid-engined rocket ship of a sports car that is the automotive equivalent of a high-end Swiss watch. At $275,000, it's a truly distinctive 400-hp pocket rocket. |
Best New Exotic -- Spyker C8 Spyder  |
Best Luxury Sedan -- Rolls-Royce Phantom |
From the flagship brand of luxury, the Phantom is a giant statement of style and elegance. A graceful combination of craftsmanship and class, this decadent automobile echoes the luxury of the Gatsby era. For $328,756, the Phantom's countless luxuries include an umbrella hidden in the door and a luxurious leather and wood interior. |
With a seven-speed close-ratio sequential gearbox and 500 hp, 5-liter V-10 engine, the M6 is a Formula One race car with seating for four. The "Coupe de Thrill," with an estimated $100,000 sticker, delivers everything in a big way -- from an unpainted carbon fiber roof and massive 19 inch alloy wheels to braking power even F1 Driver Michael Schumacher will appreciate. | Best Performance Coupe -- BMW M6 |
Best Luxury Coupe -- Bentley Continental GT MDS |
For buyers who want that little bit extra from their Continental GT, Bentley offers the MDS (Mulliner Driving Specification) package that delivers 23-inch two-piece rims, grippy 35-series rubber, a two-tone quilted leather interior, drilled alloy pedals and a knurled-top gear shift. For $173,490, its performance and handling is worth every penny. The only con listed by duPont editors, you'll be joining Paris Hilton in the owner's club. |
The Corvette is the hottest sports car of 2006 with its 7-liter V8 that delivers more than 500 hp and a top speed of 198 mph -- all for just $65,800. With its carbon-fiber fenders and outrageous 10-spoke alloy wheels, the Z06 is the excitement bargain of the century. | Best Bang for the Buck -- Corvette Z06 |
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duPont Publishing, Inc., founded in 1984 and headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, publishes six luxury/lifestyle titles that reach individuals whose net worth significantly exceeds what is traditionally considered upscale. Current publications include duPont Registry, A Buyer's Gallery of Fine Automobiles; dR, A Buyer's Gallery of Fine Homes; dR, A Buyer's Gallery of Fine Boats, and duPont Registry's City Magazines, which are the lifestyle guides to select cities including Tampa Bay and Winter Park, Florida. For additional information on duPont Publishing and its luxury/lifestyle titles, call 727-573-9339 or visit www.dupontregistry.com.
