Introducing the B2 Spirit: America’s Next Hypercar Marvel

On the Horizon: The B2 Spirit and the Hypercar Future

On this relaxing Sunday exploration of automotive news, I uncovered a development in the hypercar arena—a new contender is on the horizon. In the high-stakes world of hypercars, the benchmarks are clear: surpass speeds of 200 mph and sport a price tag exceeding $1 million. These standards were originally set by the iconic McLaren F1 in 1992, which set the pace for what we know today as the “hypercar,” among the most famous of them being the “Holy Trinity”: the Ferrari “LaFerrari,” Porsche 918, and McLaren P1.

European Ingenuity and American Muscle

While European manufacturers like Koenigsegg and Pagani have consistently wowed with models like the never-ending versions of the Zonda and just as many of the Huayra, along with engineering marvels from the mind of Christian von Koenigsegg like the Regera, Agera, Jesko, and one of my favorites, the CC850—not to mention a host of smaller boutique builders like Gumpert and Dallara—the American hypercar scene has always been a bit quieter.

Until recently, the Saleen S7 was one of the few American cars that could be considered a “hypercar” (Viper and Corvette owners, settle down; I didn’t say they couldn’t keep up, I just said they aren’t hypercars, lol). The recent entries from SSC and Hennessey have changed that narrative, showcasing the pinnacle of modern American engineering. These feature LS-based engines, engines that grace the drag strips of America every race night with 1000+ horsepower monsters that were built in backyards on a budget—so much so that achieving 1000 hp with a turbocharged LS engine is almost seen as routine.

The B2 Spirit: Redefining American Hypercars

The introduction of the B2 Spirit into the hypercar world is not merely an addition but a bold statement in automotive engineering. 

The B2 Spirit is powered by an LS-based LSR engine with a Garrett G57 that turns out over 2,000 hp and 1,730 to the wheels. The chassis is all carbon fiber and it sports active aero. So, it has all the goodies a proper “supercar” should have. Now, whether it will be a hypercar is yet to be seen, but it definitely has the potential for it.

Market Dynamics: The Hypercar Demand

Many might look at the economy and wonder how building a high six-figure, possibly seven-figure car could be feasible. Ironically, despite what you see on the news, the market for hypercars is a strong one. I mean, if you won the lottery tomorrow and decided to order one of the many available, you couldn’t—most are sold out, and the ones that aren’t have waiting lists that span years. So, can the market support another proper hypercar? I think so, if it does everything right—and that goes beyond the spec sheet.

If you can nail the experience and look, imagine a blend of the DeTomaso P72 and an F5. While the F5 from Hennessey is an insane machine, it’s not something I want to sit back and look at. The P72, however, is so sexy it should be labeled ‘not safe for work.’ If a U.S. builder can harness the F5’s spec sheet and the DeTomaso P72’s beauty, I think we would have something quite interesting… Priced between 1.5-2.5 million with low production numbers to ensure exclusivity and integration into the right YouTube channels—yes, that’s right, YouTube. The days of mainstream TV shows dictating the market are over (RIP Top Gear). Getting a car like that into the hands of influencers like DDE or Houston Crosta would be a game-changer.