Vector W2

The Vector W2 was a fully functional concept car intended for production constructed by Vector Motors in 1978. It had a Bosch fuel injected twin-turbocharged 350 cid (5.7 L) aluminum Chevrolet V8 engine that produced over 600 hp (450 kW) and over 600 ft·lbf (800 N·m) of torque.[1] The top speed was a claimed 242 mph (389 km/h).[2]

Vector W2
Overview
Manufacturer	Vector Motors
Production	1978
Body and chassis
Class	concept car
Body style	2-door coupé
Layout	Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Doors	Scissor
Powertrain
Engine	5.7 L (350 cu in) twin-turbocharged Chevrolet V8
Transmission	3-speed THM425 automatic
Chronology
Successor	Vector W8

The name comes from the "W" for Jerry Wiegert (designer and founder of Vector Motors) and "2" for the number of turbochargers. Over the time prior to production the car went through a number of improvements in performance, technology, updated styling exercises, as well as color changes. The car was displayed at international auto shows worldwide, and featured in many automotive publications. Between 1978 and 1987, Wiegert attempted to raise the money to start series of the car. In its lifetime, the car covered over 100,000 mi (160,934 km) in testing, more than any other concept car. In 1989, the final version of the W2 went into 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 at the current Vector headquarters in Wilmington, California.