A multitude of Quebec craftsmen
In the span of a few weeks, Paul built a 1/10-scale clay model and, using 3D software, his team developed the necessary tools to create the molds for the carbon fiber panels.
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| The Callaway C16, as showcased at the Montreal Auto Show. |
In order to complete the project, Paul called on several craftsmen from Quebec: Brio Innovation (3D industrial design software), Modelage Simon, from Sherbrooke, Modèlerie GLT, from Plessisville, and CNC Composites, from Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu. The C16 was later assembled at the Atelier de débosselage East End, near the Olympic Stadium. Paul is very proud of all the talented men and women from Quebec who have shown real team spirit from start to finish.
An exclusive car
The C16 certainly has a lot in common with previous Callaways, but the sweeping roofline gives the car a more streamlined look. Everything has been designed to allow the C16 to easily top 300 kph: a lower front grille, a modified rear end, etc. The base engine, revised and improved to produce 560 horsepower, and the high-output, 616-hp engine both use an Eaton turbocharger specifically developed for Callaway.
Pay attention to the wheel design and, if you're lucky enough to step inside the car, take a closer look at the interior build quality. You'll instantly realize that the quality levels of the C16 are far superior to those of the Corvette and more up to the standards of world-class supercars. At $119,865 US, the C16 is a really exclusive car. In addition, it's backed by a 5-year warranty. Who can offer more? The only thing left to do is a road test.
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| The C16 is equipped with 19-inch wheels. |
photo:Philippe Champoux
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