Ascari X3 Launches Unique 3-Seater F1 Driving at Autosport

10 January 2004

With blistering acceleration of 0-100mph in less than 5 seconds and a top speed of more than 220mph, Ascari Cars is re-launching the World's only 3-seater F1 car.

Passengers sit next to each other behind a fully trained and experienced driver for the full thrill of the F1 experience - the car delivers 2G's of lateral acceleration. The positioning gives passengers a drivers-eye view of the track for the first time, unlike conventional 2-seater F1 cars where the passenger sits directly behind the driver and has a restricted view of the track.

The Ascari X3, 3-seater has been developed from an Arrows F1 car and is now available for hire around the UK and Worldwide to events and promotions companies, F1 circuits and individuals.

Custom-built Ascari transporters enable the V10, 2999cc engined X3s to be moved easily to any location. The company provides a full pit crew as well as experienced drivers in support of the cars and as part of a full hospitality package including complimentary Ascari branded overalls and helmet as souvenirs of the day.

The X3 is being shown at Autosport International alongside an Ascari Judd race-car, part of Team Ascari whose drivers took first and second places in last season's Euroboss series. The four-litre car was developed from Jean Alesi's Benetton F1 car and will be competing again in the 2004 competition. Both vehicles are maintained and developed at Ascari's factory in Banbury from where the company has also developed the KZ1 supercar for road use from Summer 2004.

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