SEMA Motor Show 2009: The mid-engine RM460 Hyundai Genesis Coupe has landed
It’s arrived. Finally. The wickedly awesome Rhys Millen Racing mid-engine V8 version the Hyundai Genesis Coupe is here, and it took every fiber of our being not to hop in and drive it off the SEMA show floor.
The RM460 is why we’re in Sin City — it’s the embodiment of the originality and DIY-ethic of the aftermarket extravaganza in Vegas. Its Genesis sedan-sourced, 4.6-liter, Tau V8 occupies the spot normally reserved for a backseat in lesser Coupes, and is boosted via a handful of go-fast parts to produce an even 500 HP. The stock transmission was tossed in favor of a Mendeola five-speed sequential gearbox, KW coilovers were used in place of the stock dampers, and HRE 560 Series 20-inch wheels wrapped in Toyo T1R tires nicely frame the new StopTech braking system. Given Millen’s reputation for performance we don’t doubt this is one seriously fast vehicle.
It’s also a looker. As a matter of fact, we’re starting to think it might be in the hunt for best-looking car at the show. The body kit is tasteful and looks OEM. The gorgeous custom RM ONYX HD paint job by BASF is a perfect contrast to the carbon fiber used on the roof, air intake blades, diffuser and other trim. While the press release mentions the Ferrari 599XX as inspiration, we’re seeing a bit more Nismo 370Z in the overall design. Not that there’s anything wrong with that. The interior wasn’t overlooked either, with new Sparco sports seats, alcantara and carbon fiber t
rim panels coddling passengers as they listen to the new Infinity sound system. We can’t wait to see how it runs — and we intend to find out.
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