Vector W2

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Vector W2

Manufacturer	Vector Supercars
Production	1980
Successor	Vector W8
Class	supercar prototype
Layout	Rear engine, rear-wheel drive
Engine	350cid Chevrolet V8 twin-turbo

The Vector W2 is a concept car created by Vector Supercars in 1980. It has a twin-turbocharged 350cid Chevrolet V8 engine that produces over 600 hp (450 kW) and over 800 N·m (600 ft·lbf) of torque. The top speed was a claimed 320 km/h (200 mph).

The name supposedly comes from the "W" for Jerry Wiegert (designer and founder of Vector) and 2 for the amount of turbos. Even though this car was a prototype, the car was repainted and facelifted over time giving the impression that many were made. Between 1972 and 1987, Wiegert attempted to raise the money to start production of his car. In its lifetime the car has covered over 100,000 miles in testing, more than any other sports car. In 1989 a modified version of the W2 went in production as the Vector W8.

Currently, the Vector W2 prototype is owned by Wiegert. The car is currently dismantled, and stored alongside other Vector equipment in the current Vector headquarters in Wilmington, California.