SIN R1

SIN R1
SIN R1 at the 2014 Goodwood Festival of Speed
Overview
ManufacturerSIN Cars
Production2015–present
DesignerRosen Daskalov
Body and chassis
ClassSports car (S)
LayoutRear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive
DoorsButterfly doors
Powertrain
Engine
  • 6.2 L (6,162 cc) LS3 V8
  • 7.0 L (7,011 cc) LS7 V8
  • 6.2 L (6,162 cc) LS9 supercharged V8
Power output
  • 450 hp (336 kW; 456 PS), 424 lb⋅ft (575 N⋅m)
  • 550 hp (410 kW; 558 PS), 452 lb⋅ft (613 N⋅m)
  • 650 hp (485 kW; 659 PS), 820 lb⋅ft (1,112 N⋅m) (maximum)
Transmission6-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,760 mm (108.7 in)
Length4,830 mm (190.2 in)
Width2,000 mm (78.7 in)
Height1,285 mm (50.6 in)
Curb weight1,250 kg (2,760 lb)

The SIN R1 is a sports car made by Bulgarian manufacturer SIN Cars.

Background

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Rosen Daskalov, the founder of SIN Cars & former racing driver, was working with a British business partner in the United Kingdom in 2012. After disagreements they split and Daskalov moved the company to his hometown and continued developing the R1.[1]

Specifications

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The R1 features an FIA-certified tube frame construction, being built around a strong, heavy and relatively easy-to-make tubular spaceframe chassis rather than a carbon fiber monocoque. It features carbon fiber bodywork and an active rear spoiler. It came with 3 engine choices – LS3 (6.2-liter N/A V8), LS7 (7.0-liter N/A V8) and an LS9 (6.2-liter supercharged V8).[2][3] The standard transmission was a 6-speed manual, with a sequential paddleshift gearbox offered on some models, sending power to a limited-slip differential.[4]. The brakes are supplied by AP Racing and the dampers by Öhlins. It has double wishbone suspension all around with in-board mounted springs and dampers. The car weighs 1,250 kg (2,760 lb)[5] and has a top speed of 300 km/h (186 mph). The 7.0-liter naturally aspirated engine has its pistons and bearings replaced with high-performance items. A dry sump lubrication system is better fitted for track driving, which means the engine can be positioned lower in the chassis – and it uses a bespoke, part-titanium exhaust.

The R1 series includes 3 models (450, 550 & 650) for road and 2 models (VTX & GT4) for track. The first R1 was revealed in track-only prototype form in 2013 at the Autosport International show. In 2014, a road-going prototype was shown. The R1 will be[needs update] produced no more than 20 units annually.

Specifications

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Sources[6][7][8]

Engine Displacement Bore/stroke Compression Induction Power at rpm Torque 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph)
LS3 6,162 cc (6.162 L; 376.0 cu in) 4.065 in (103 mm) bore and 3.622 in (92mm) stroke 10.7:1 N/A 450 PS (331 kW; 444 bhp) at 5900 585 N⋅m (431 lb⋅ft) 3.9 sec
LS7 7,011 cc (7.011 L; 427.8 cu in) 4.125in (104.775mm) bore and 4.00in (101.6mm) stroke 11.0:1 N/A 550 PS (405 kW; 542 bhp) at 6300 640 N⋅m (472 lb⋅ft) 3.5 sec
LS9 6,162 cc (6.162 L; 376.0 cu in) 4.065 in (103 mm) bore and 3.622 in (92 mm) stroke 9.1:1 Supercharged 650 PS (478 kW; 641 bhp) at 6300 820 N⋅m (605 lb⋅ft) 3.0 sec

References

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  1. ^ Karsten. "Goodwood 2013: SIN R1". Autogespot. Retrieved 2023-02-09.
  2. ^ Viknesh Vijayenthiran. "Corvette-Powered Sin R1 Road Car Enters Production: Video". Motor Authority. Retrieved 2023-02-09.
  3. ^ Christopher Smith. "Sin R1 550 Live From Geneva Motor Show". Motor1. Retrieved 2023-02-09.
  4. ^ Dan Prosser. "Sin R1 review: Bulgaria's 'Vette-engined supercar driven". Top Gear. Retrieved 2023-02-09.
  5. ^ Darren Moss. "Sin R1 sports car on sale for £145,000". Autocar. Retrieved 2023-02-09.
  6. ^ "Sin R1 review: Bulgaria's 'Vette-engined supercar driven Reviews 2025 | Top Gear". Top Gear. 2017-08-18. Archived from the original on 2025-06-18. Retrieved 2025-08-18.
  7. ^ "SIN R1 550 – SIN CARS". Retrieved 2025-08-18.
  8. ^ "Tested: 2025 Sin R1 - Full review, price & features | Autocar". www.autocar.co.uk. Retrieved 2025-08-18.
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