The SSC Ultimate Aero is a mid-engined sports car that was produced by SSC North America (formerly known as Shelby SuperCars) from 2004 until 2013.

Since 1998, SSC North America has been pushing the limits of high performance production vehicles, claiming two top speed world records with the Ultimate Aero and Tuatara.

SSC North America (formerly Shelby SuperCars Inc.) is an American automobile manufacturer founded in 1999 [1] by owner Jerod Shelby. The company is based in Richland, in the Tri-Cities, Washington and specializes in the production of sports cars. 1998 - Company founded by current CEO Jerod Shelby.

Apr 13, 2022 · The first iteration (prototype 1) of the SSC Aero from 2004 included a massively powerful supercharged 6,187 cc/377.6 cubic inch LS1-based V8 engine. It was capable of incredible amounts of power, including up to 811 horsepower at 6600 rpm and torque of 771 pound-feet at 5800 rpm.

Apr 7, 2025 · Powering the Aero TT was a 6.3-liter supercharged V8 that came from the Chevrolet Corvette C5-R race car. That gave it an official top speed of 273mph. However, its real speed was 18mph less than that, but whichever way you look at it, the supercar was fast. What happened with the Ultimate Aero TT?

Jan 3, 2023 · Imagine a U.S.-built supercar with power and performance to match the Bugatti Veyron, but for half the price. That's what the SSC Ultimate Aero set out to be.

The SSC Ultimate Aero TT is a marvel of engineering, known for its record-breaking performance and powerful design. This supercar, presented in a striking Red - Black color scheme, has only 2,800 kilometers on the odometer, making it a rare gem for collectors and enthusiasts.

With 1183 bhp and 1094 ft-lbs of torque, the Ultimate Aero produces more emissions-legal horsepower than any other production automobile in the world (another Guinness World RecordTM for which SSC is currently applying).

Oct 31, 2008 · At 256 MPH the SSC Ultimate Aero is faster than a $1.5 Million Bugatti Veyron. If American cars are about brute horsepower, torque and reliability, the SSC Aero is red white and blue to its...

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