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Thread: The only M6-based Fisker Latigo CS in the world has been sold

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    11-29-2011 11:47 PM #1
    Only two Latigo CS models were ever made -- a prototype based on a 645i and one customer car based on an M6.

    The car now belongs to a new owner awaiting his Fisker Karma:

    http://fiskerbuzz.com/forums/Thread-...ker-Latigo-001


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    Don't care much for the front end but I do like the rear (despite the fact that the taillight lenses are ever-so-slightly not aligned properly).
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    11-30-2011 03:45 AM #3
    I want one.

    *EDIT* Just read it may go to the Silicon Valley Fisker which if I'm not mistaken is right next to the McLaren dealer about 2 miles from my house. Will do what I can to get some pics.

    Also I like that guys taste in cars.


    I did recently see this though. Apparently also 1 of 1.


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    11-30-2011 04:11 AM #4
    I would of thought the interior could be changed more, although the optional stripe in the seats is not what I meant.
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  5. 11-30-2011 04:26 AM #5
    God that is tacky; Rooks Chinese.
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    11-30-2011 03:41 PM #6
    Quote Originally Posted by flat6guy View Post
    God that is tacky; Rooks Chinese.
    I think it looks much better than the M6 it is based on.

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    11-30-2011 04:41 PM #7
    What model Datsun is that?! I want!

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    What model Datsun is that?! I want!
    That is a 1968 Datsun 2000 Roadster. Datsun made 1600 Roadsters and 2000 Roadsters during the 1960's. It was known as the Fairlady in Japan and when they came out with the 240Z in 1970 (known as the Fairlady in Japan), the convertible Roadster ceased production. There is an enthusiast website for Datsun Roadster fanatics at www.311s.org (SRL311 and SPL311 were the VIN codes on these cars).

    Datsun Roadsters get a great deal of attention when driven around town!

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    12-03-2011 05:22 AM #9
    So much prettier than the BMW original.
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  10. 12-03-2011 08:25 AM #10
    It looks hideous

    Imho this is rice.

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    12-03-2011 10:44 AM #11
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  13. 12-03-2011 10:49 AM #13
    Quote Originally Posted by Wimbledon View Post
    I think it looks much better than the M6 it is based on.
    most def

  14. 12-03-2011 10:51 AM #14
    That guy has a sweet collection. Very "eclectic".
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    12-03-2011 04:30 PM #15
    Quote Originally Posted by mellbergVWfan View Post
    I want one.

    *EDIT* Just read it may go to the Silicon Valley Fisker which if I'm not mistaken is right next to the McLaren dealer about 2 miles from my house. Will do what I can to get some pics.

    Also I like that guys taste in cars.


    I did recently see this though. Apparently also 1 of 1.


    I believe either 13 or 14 were sold.

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    12-03-2011 04:35 PM #16
    I'll take anything in that shop EXCEPT that idiotic Fisker.

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    12-03-2011 04:51 PM #17
    Rice?

    Its a great looking car, just not they best pictures of it.


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    12-03-2011 05:13 PM #18
    Quote Originally Posted by Wimbledon View Post
    I believe either 13 or 14 were sold.
    Of the V8 models. The one I saw was apparently the only V12 TT made.
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  19. 12-03-2011 05:20 PM #19
    Looks stupid, like a bootleg Aston.

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    12-03-2011 06:04 PM #20
    I used to see that car down here by the Viagra Triangle all the time... Cool car.
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    12-03-2011 06:10 PM #21
    Quote Originally Posted by mellbergVWfan View Post
    Of the V8 models. The one I saw was apparently the only V12 TT made.
    What is your source for this information?

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    12-03-2011 06:12 PM #22
    Quote Originally Posted by NitroNSX View Post
    Rice?

    Its a great looking car, just not they best pictures of it.

    In the 20s and 30s, this would have been considered a coachbuilt car and become quite valuable. Only on the internet is it considered rice. Why? Because the internet can be accessed by anyone with a basic computer and an opinion regardless of whether or not they know what they are talking about.
    I love cars, but the problem is they are like schroedinger's hobby. They're always in a quantum superstate of being both awesome and a huge waste of time and money... until observation momentarily forces them into one state or another.

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    12-03-2011 06:31 PM #23
    Quote Originally Posted by screwloose45 View Post
    Looks stupid, like a bootleg Aston.
    Maybe because the designer is the same guy.

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    12-04-2011 12:22 AM #24
    Fisker Tramonto

    I remember seeing both of these in the same year.

    The Tramonto was really well styled IMO

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    12-04-2011 01:20 AM #25
    I remember seeing a silver one for sale in Jersey not too long ago.

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    12-04-2011 01:48 AM #26
    the front fascia reminds me of:

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    12-04-2011 10:45 PM #27
    And... it's one of those cars you just have to see up close and in person to appreciate it. Everyone has their own opinion about style, more power to ya.

    Obviously, if you like Fisker designs, it might work for you. If you don't... not so much. Henrik uses a lot of the same style elements, and some on the Latigo look like those you have seen some on his other works, like the BMW Z8 (tail lights), Aston V8 Vantage (hood), and the Karma (front brake ducts)





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    10-01-2012 12:46 AM #28
    In another thread regarding "Unicorns", we began discussing this car again. So as not to hijack or derail that thread, I am posting some additional pictures of the interior and engine here.

    Also, I was encouraged to update the Wikipedia entry for the Fisker Latigo, which I have started to do...

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fisker_Latigo_CS










  29. 10-01-2012 01:26 AM #29
    very cool car. and very funny how you were able to stay under the radar for this thread while people were talking about your car. i hope you are enjoying that lovely collection.

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    10-01-2012 01:55 AM #30
    I like how the original picture in this thread is Dave's garage, haha

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    Quote Originally Posted by Ark6 View Post
    I like how the original picture in this thread is Dave's garage, haha

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    And I think all the cars in the pic are his. Quite the collection, doing very well Dave I see
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    10-01-2012 02:13 AM #33
    Dave, are you still a director at Fisker?

    There's another (former) Fisker guy here in TCL.

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    10-01-2012 04:01 AM #34
    It's hard to make a car that doesn't look better than the 6-series.

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    10-01-2012 04:42 AM #35
    Quote Originally Posted by Chris_V View Post
    In the 20s and 30s, this would have been considered a coachbuilt car and become quite valuable. Only on the internet is it considered rice. Why? Because the internet can be accessed by anyone with a basic computer and an opinion regardless of whether or not they know what they are talking about.
    Most coachbuilt had way more that differences them from the original car than this. This is more similar to the S class-based Monteverdi Tiara class and the likes which are hardly quite valuable cars today. It can't be compared to the proper and today valuable coachbuilt cars of yore.

    Btw: I've also noticed how you imminently dismiss any opinions besides your own (see also the corvette c7 tread where you attacked). Not very polite. That you don't like this car don't necessarily means that you don't know what you are talking about.
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