Recently Neiman Marcus Direct & Hennessey Performance Engineering partnered together to introduce the 2008 Neiman Marcus Special Edition Hennessey Viper Venom 700NM. The Viper Venom features a fantastic jet black paint that makes the car shine in the light.

The Venom will price at $179,500 and it’s a steal if you know anything about cars. Under the hood you have a 700HP engine with 645 lb-ft torque and the ability to reach 0-60 Mph in 3.3 seconds reaching a top speed of 214 mph. Inside the car there is custom black and red leather throughout with a limited edition dash plaque. It also features matching luggage which is just one of the added bonuses of buying luxury cars.

Only seven 700NM Viper Venoms will be made and with the purchase of one of these you receive a full one day of high-performance driving school at Lonestar Motorsports Park. If you want even a slim chance of owning this Special Edition Viper then you need to call 1-877-885-7077 Monday April 10^th 2008 at 9:00am PST. If you can’t call the number exactly at 9:00am then you probably won’t be able to own this vehicle.

It’s a one of kind world class performance car and can match up against almost any other in the market at this time. The sheer speed packed under the hood of this car is unreal and without properly adjusting you won’t even be able to drive it. The limited edition Viper Venom is for the car enthusiast who already has a stunning collection.

This isn’t a normal vehicle and it definitely isn’t a car you would buy everyday. They expect the seven Vipers to be sold within minutes of 9:00am on April 10^th 2008 and they’re urging anyone interested to make sure they know that they need to call in at that time.

You have joined the world’s driving elite with your acquisition of a truly exotic car. Maybe it’s the Ferrari you dreamed about as a child, or maybe you saw a Bugatti at an auto show and had to have one. Either way, you’ve got the wheels, and are eager to take to the road – but first you must have at least liability insurance. You already know that there’s a big difference between insuring your car and getting a policy for a late model Toyota, but here are five suggestions to help you find the best balance of coverage and cost.

1. Choose the right insurer. Not every insurance company is willing to cover elite luxury cars, so you’ll need to do some research. Start by checking with the dealer. Not only do some of them offer insurance to their elite customers, in recent years individual car makers have been packaging insurance policies as well. If neither of these is an option, your dealer should be able to recommend a company that will handle the car you have. Enthusiast’s magazines, like Car and Driver and Hemming’s Motor News also have listings of specialty insurance brokers.

2. Identify your driving habits. Are you going to drive your new car every day, or reserve it for weekend excursions and special events? If the latter is more representative of your driving profile, make sure you talk to your insurance agent about low-mileage discounts and how to avoid speeding tickets. After all, just because you’re driving an exotic car doesn’t mean you’re made of money. Generally the low limit for such discounts is 10,000 miles / year, but with some cars, it can be as low as 5,000 for even more savings.

3. Network. Chances are you’re already a member of one or more professional organizations. Consider becoming a member of the owner’s club for your make or model as well. Not only does this get you exclusive tips about maintenance and insurance providers, it might also give you an “in” when it comes to common, but minor, mechanical issues.

4. Itemize everything. If you sprang for the upgraded audio system, or any other non-standard or after-market add-on to your car, be certain that your insurance agent is aware of it. Depending on what was added, it can change the value of your car, or the coverage requirements. This is especially true if there were engine modifications.

5. Always ask about discounts. Before you finalize that insurance policy, ask about any discounts you might not already have. Even elite insurers often offer discounts if you cover your home with them, as well and there could be club memberships, performance driving class certificates, or any number of other things that can reduce the total cost of your insurance.

While you can generally expect auto insurance quotes on an exotic car to be about 20% than that of a more “conventional” luxury car, it is possible to find reasonably priced insurance, if you know where -and how – to look for it.

This is an amazing year for cars lovers, so far, 15 new supercars were introduced in 2008 and you can view all of them below. Though these sport cars didn’t make the list for the fastest cars in the world nor the most expensive, they are still great to look at and I’m sure you would love to take one of these cars home. Some of the cars below will not be made for public, but the idea and concept is there. The list will start from the beginning of the year to the most recent car that was just introduce.

Mazda Furai Concept

Mazda Furai, Japanese for ‘Sound of the wind’. People generally equate Mazda with cheap, this car is here to prove them wrong. This looks more like a drunken Batmobile than a regular sport car.

Audi R8 V12 TDI Concept

Great concept car with a V12 TDI engine, which produces 500 horsepower and 738 pound-feet of torque. It can sprints to 60 mph in 4.1 seconds and it is describes as ergonomic and elegant because the interior’s design is as sporty and exclusive as the exterior. The precision chassis of the Audi R8 V12 TDI concept remains ultimately in control of the sporty performance, but is also capable of assuring relaxed driving pleasure over long distances. This car looks sweet!

Mercedes-Benz SL600

Mercedes-Benz continue producing it legendary sports cars and will release a new version of the SL600 this spring with a V12 engine. Performance, luxury, refinement, just three of the outstanding characteristics of the SL600.

Gemballa Avalanche GTR 800 EVO-R

This new supercar is the latest upgrade of the Porsche 911 Turbo, extreme tuning takes the Flat-6 turbocharged engine to 850 hp. . The 911 Turbo engine has been replaced with a bigger one of 3.8L and replaced the standard blow dryers with a pair of Garret T035 turbos. Not sure how much this piece of machine will cost yet, but it will definitely be up there among one of the most expensive cars due to it performance.

Maserati Chicane Concept by IED

The graduate students from the Instituto Europeo di Design (IED) unleashed their new design which beat out many competitors and won themselves sponsorship and a spot at the Geneva show to show off their talent.

Dodge Challenger SRT8
The price tag on this machine is $37,995 and Chrysler is already accepting orders. The choices of colors include Black, Silver or HEMI Orange with carbon fiber racing stripes. It can reach 0-60 mph in 5 secs with a top speed of 170 mph. Awesome car for only $38,000.

Porsche 911 GT3 RSR

Price at €349,800 ($543,000), this is an upgrade from the Porsche 911 GT3. A year ago, the 911 GT3 manages to win at the 24 hour races of Le Mans and Spa as well as overall victory at the Nuerburgring 24 hours, competes in the GT2 class at international long distance races. The most distinguishing feature of the new GT3 RSR is the front end which received major improvements to the aerodynamics. The majority of innovations however are hidden under the weight-optimised body.

Morgan LIFEcar

“A concept car with zero emission and also fun to drive.” That’s what the British said. Who say going green is boring? The new architectural design helps reduce fuel consumption and may create a new trend for the future.

Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupé

An expensive luxury car from Rolls-Royce which promise comfort, style, and performance. This car can go on forever and it muscles design is built to last. With a 6.75-liter V12 engine and 453 hp, this luxury car is designed for those folks who strive for class and performance.

Fiat 500 Abarth

A safe approach to sport cars. This sporty style car looks more like a mini-van then a sport car. It is targeted toward the old folks who want to drive a sport car but it’s too afraid of the power. I’ll pass on this one.

Ugur Sahin Design Corvette Z03 Concept

This gorgeous looking car is based on the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 which has great performance and very attractive pricing at only $65,000. Some say this car looks like an Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione rip-off. Exact pricing has not been set, but it will be very affordable and similar to the Corvette Z06. This car is just a beauty.

Maserati Gran Turismo S

If you looking for an affordable supercar that cost $125,000, this is the one . The Gran Turismo S emphasize on both performance and driving enjoyment. This little machine can reach 60 mph from stand still point in 4.8 secs. However, you will not be able to win a race against the Bugatti Veyron, so choose your opponent wisely.

Bentley Continental GTZ

Zagato, the most famous Automotive Atelier in the world is developing a rare, coachbuilt body for a Bentley, one of the most sought after car in the world. The tag price on this new Bentley is €540,000 ($835,000). The driver of this new car will get to enjoy it high-end luxury combined with superiror speed. Very nice car if you can afford it.

Alfa Romeo Bertone BAT 11

This supercar is based on the Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione high-performance coupe. B.A.T., which stands for Berlinetta Aerodinamica Tecnica (aerodynamic technical Berlinetta in English). They haven’t really create the interior for this yet. Maybe they will give this car to Bruce Wayne as a gift or to those of you who want to become a superhero.

Out of the 15 cars above, which car do you like the most?

The 2008 Bentley Continental GTZ is a high performance sports which features a power engine with a coachbuilt body for a Bentley.

The Bentley Continental GTZ consists of an Aluminum W12 engine with a capacity of 5998 cc. The bore measures 84 mm and the stroke measures 90.2 mm. The engine features dual KKK Turbochargers and 4 valves for each cylinder. The engine delivers an output power of 600 bhp and 533.2 lb-ft torque at 1750 rpm. The Bentley Continental GTZ features a 6-speed Automatic transmission and the gear shifts can be performed easily and smoothly even at higher loads.

The Bentley Continental GTZ features cast alloy 20-inch wheels with carbon discs and Anti Braking System. The wheels are wrapped with Pirelli P-Zero tyres which measure 275/35×20 at the front and back. The average price for a Bentley is around $200,000 and the most expensive Bentley is the Azure Convertible edition costing around $329,000.

Specifications

Vehicle Type: – 2-door Sports car
Configuration: – Front Engine
Engine: – Aluminum W12
Capacity: – 5998 cc
Torque: – 533.2 lb-ft at 1750 rpm
Horsepower: – 600 bhp
Transmission: – 6-Speed Automatic
Wheelbase: – 2746 mm

Buying a used car can save you a lot of money, especially if you were able to find a great deal. And in terms of finding great deals when buying used cars, one great place to visit is eBay, the international website where you can buy almost all items—from books and clothes to toys and gadgets. The items for sale do not exclude cars and other related items.

If you are looking for cars that are less than $2000, check out some of the car listings below to find the car that best suits your budget:

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Before buying a used car on eBay, here are some of the things that you should do.

• Create your own eBay account. Just visit their website and fill out some required information to sign up. You will need to post some information like address or phone number but not everybody can see those details. Only the people you are transacting with and the people from eBay can see them. if you already have an count, just log in.

• Browse through the items for sale and go to the ‘cars and car accessories’ category. This is the category where you can buy new or used cars and other car related items such as accessories and parts. Since you are looking for used cars only, you can filter your search results by choosing used cars only.

• Look for the car model and style that you are looking for. Check out the seller’s description and pictures posted on the page. Take note of the shipping and payment details or methods. If you have questions, you can always click the ‘Ask the Seller’ button and choose the topic that you want to ask.

• Another important thing is to check the sellers’ feedbacks. The seller should have a 100 % positive feedback. Make sure that there are many feedbacks though. It would even be better if you choose power sellers. These are sellers with high sales volume in a specified period of time.

Try to communicate and respond with the seller as much as you can to ensure a smooth and hassle free used car transaction.