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Originally Posted by: ManteoMax

The definitive answer comes from the game search menus for photos, designs, and tuning setups. The number as of Series 17 is 668, which includes the 7 PO cars plus Owen's P1. Below is the list of 668 model names as seen in the search and leaderboard menus. The first post of this thread lists the models with the format Year Manufacturer Model.

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• 2019 LEGO Speed Champions Bugatti Chiron (LEGO Valley event reward - expansion DLC required)
  
• 2010 Lexus LFA (Summer Festival Playlist 50% completion)
  
• 1984 Rover SD1 Vitesse (Summer event reward)
  
• 2017 Aston Martin Vulcan AMR Pro (Winter Festival Playlist 50% completion)
  
• 1994 Ford Supervan 3 (Winter event reward)

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2019 Aston Martin Vulcan AMR Pro
They call it Aston Martin’s wildest car ever. The pride of British supercars, indeed the first one, the Vulcan was first revealed in 2015 with an initial run of only 24 cars, but you can get your hands on the wheel of the latest model thanks to the Series 19 update.

The AMR Pro track package brings all of Aston Martin’s racing advances to bear in a sleek package, on a car that didn’t even see on-track competition until 2018, at the third Le Mans Racing Festival. The package includes an enhanced rear wing, large dive planes, arch louvres and turning vanes, which increase steering, downforce, and balance.

Score this rare marvel by completing 50% of the Winter Festival Playlist. (Not obtainable before 02/27/20 14:30UTC)




2010 Lexus LFA
A supercar from Lexus is a rare thing. The LFA was a Halo Car, meant to change the way Lexus made cars, with principles developed for the LFA trickling down to every other car that Lexus produced.
The LFA itself didn’t stick around for long, but its influence is still felt in every Lexus built.
The car packs a 4.8L V10 that hit 0-60 in 3.6 seconds, a top speed of 202 mph, and boasts an incredibly unique driving experience. Toyota CEO Akio Toyoda believed that the ultimate Lexus should connect with its owner. That’s why the LFA came into being. The car is an aerodynamic miracle, as fun to feel as it is to drive.

You can get this car by completing 50% of the Summer Festival Playlist (Not obtainable before 02/13/20 14:30UTC)




1984 Rover SD1
When the Specialist Division 1, or Rover 3500, was first designed by British Leyland as a successor to the P6, the key was simplicity. That meant a live rear axle instead of De Dion-type rear suspension and a redesigned Rover V8 which emphasized torque over horsepower, rather than the newer 2.2L four cylinder. It’s been called the best-designed British car ever, taking cues from the likes of Ferrari and Maserati, but was often plagued with production issues early in its run. As a result, by 1984, the SD1 had seen some cosmetic and mechanical changes, as well as an expansion to a four cylinder model.

Beat the Summer Seasonal Championship “It's Never Over With a Rover” on at least Expert level Drivatar difficulty (Not obtainable before 02/13/20 14:30UTC)



1994 Ford Supervan3
First built in the 1970’s as promotional vehicles, the Supervan combined Ford Transit vans with sports car underpinnings, for some reason. It made its first appearance at Brands Hatch, before experiencing two more iterations between 1971 and 1994. That was the year that the Supervan 3 made its debut, sporting the V8 that would eventually be used in the Benetton F1 car.

In a Transit van.

Beat the Winter Seasonal Championship “Is It a Bird? Is it a Plane?” on at least Expert level Drivatar difficulty (Not obtainable before 02/27/20 14:30UTC)




2017 LEGO Bugatti Chiron
If you already own the LEGO Speed Champions expansion pack, with the Series 19 update you’ll see a new event in the northeast corner for the Forza Horizon map, provided you’ve unlocked the Master Builder’s House. Complete this event to unlock the 2017 LEGO Bugatti Chiron.

If you do not already own the LEGO DLC, you really should. You can still try out the new car for free, however, by checking out the Series 19 Rivals Event. That’s in addition to a new Season Championship featuring an all-LEGO lineup. Give it a shot!

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• 2019 McLaren Speedtail (Summer Festival Playlist 50% completion)
  
• 1933 Napier Napier-Railton (Autumn event reward)
  
• 1969 Toyota 2000GT (Winter Festival Playlist 50% completion)

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McLaren Speedtail
The name “Speedtail” should be taken seriously with this beauty. McLaren’s fastest car ever built is designed to be all slipstream, with aerodynamics playing into every feature, from the custom wheel covers to the single-piece rear chassis. What better way to take advantage of its 1000+ horsepower hybrid engine and reported 402 mph top speed?

This speed demon is available as a reward car for completing 50% of the Summer Seasonal Playlist. (Available between March 12 and March 19)





Napier Railton
In 1933, Reid Railton strapped a plane engine to the most rudimentary chassis he could, and the Napier-Railton was born.

This missile on wheels broke all kinds of records in the few years after that, most notably the all-time lap record at the Brooklands oval in England, which it held until the oval was repurposed for military use at the onset of World War II.

The Napier-Railton gets its name from its creator, Reid Railton, as well as its engine, a 24-liter W12 Napier airplane engine, the most powerful engine available at the time it was built. It’s a truly one-of-its-kind vehicle.

This unique wonder is obtainable by competing the Autumn Seasonal Championship “Cult Courier” (Available between March 19th and March 26th)



Toyota 2000GT
A halo car is designed to raise the bar of what an automaker can create, with the intention of allowing those designs to influence everything else the company builds. That’s the case with the 2000GT, which represented the first collaboration between Toyota and Yamaha. It served as a coming-out party for Japanese car manufacturers when it debuted in 1965, demonstrating that they could compete with their European counterparts in style and performance and raising Toyota’s profile above its relatively vanilla production history up to that point.

Inspired by Jaguar and originally intended for Nissan, the Toyota 2000GT is now the most expensive and collectible Japanese-designed car in the world. It was famously driven by Aki in the 1967 Bond film You Only Die Twice, with custom modifications designed to accommodate Sean Connery’s large frame.

Complete 50% of the Winter Seasonal Playlist to unlock this car. (Available between March 26th and April 2nd)

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• 2018 Ferrari Portofino
  
• 2007 Formula Drift #117 599 GTB Fiorano
  
• 2013 Formula Drift #777 Chevrolet Corvette
  
• 2018 Mercedes-AMG E 63 S
  
• 1995 Porsche Carrera 2 by Gunther Werks
  
• 1992 Toyota Supra 2.0 GT Twin Turbo
  

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2013 Formula Drift Corvette 777

In 2018, Formula Drift driver, Matt Field of Drift Cave, replaced his Nissan 240SX (also featured in Forza Horizon 4) with the surprising choice of a 2013 C6 Corvette; specifically, one recovered from flood damage in Georgia. He documented the entire build process to get the car ready for the 2018 Formula Drift season. featured in-game sports a 7.0L, 1050bhp engine with added Nitrous and a carbon fiber body for maximum performance. You can drift around the Festival in this custom wonder by completing 50% of the Summer Festival Playlist.


2018 Formula Drift #117 599 GTB Fiorano
Another car built and rebuilt for drifting competition, the infamous 599-based drift machine sports a V12 900+ hp engine with twin turbochargers and widebody kit, emphasis on the WIDE. The base car is already a beast, but the kit it has been outfitted with for drift competition just adds on to its dimensions.This 599 made its debut in the 2018 Formula Drift season, driven by Federico Sceriffo who nicknamed it “Fiorella”. You can get this car as a reward for completing the Spring Seasonal Championship “Ferrari Rocher”


1992 Toyota Supra Mark 3
The Toyotas keep on rolling back into Forza Horizon 4. This latest addition is the first Supra to sport the name independently of its Celica roots. The Mk. 3 makes a great drift car and features some spiffy pop-up headlights, but upon its release it was never made available outside of Japan, making it a rare addition to the Festival lineup. For the first time outside of Japan, get this car as a reward for Autumn Seasonal Championship “Overnight Parts”.


2018 Mercedes-AMG E 63 S

The AMG models before this one were not known for being terribly driver-friendly. That’s why the 2018 E63 model, a successor to the previous 6.3L engine version, is such an exception. Its automatic four-wheel drive was intended to make it the most accessible version of this line to date, following a lineage of rear-wheel drive manual versions. It’s not the most powerful car in its class, but the efficiency with which it uses its available power makes it an incredible performer. Complete 50% of the Winter Festival Playlist to score this car.


2018 Ferrari Portofino

Paradoxically considered an “entry-level Ferrari”, this car toes the line between modern super car and high-end sports car, while still costing something like $250,000 to own. Named for the Italian village of Portofino, this car is packing a 3.9 Twin Turbo V8 that outputs 590 hp. It serves as a successor to the commercially-minded Ferrari California, meant to be faster, lighter and more stylish. Photograph 100 Cars in Horizon Promo mode to earn this car.


1995 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 by Guntherwerks

Before building the this custom car, Guntherwerks was known primarily as a manufacturer of after-market wheels and other parts for luxury vehicles. This rebuilt Porsche 911 Carerra 2, also known as the 400R, represents their first custom car build. 25 of these performance vehicles were built, making them incredibly rare. Guntherwerks imagined what a GT3 RS version of the 993 could look like when they designed the 400R. The goal in the Rothsport-built engine and lightweight body were performance above all, which is unusual in the world of custom luxury cars, which normally emphasize comfort over speed. Earn this car by photographing 200 cars in Horizon Promo.

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• 1999 Ford Racing Puma
  
• 1988 Mitsubishi Starion ESI-R
  
• 1990 Nissan Pulsar GTI-R
  
• 1991 Peugeot 205 Rallye
  
• 1992 Toyota Celica GT-Four RC ST185
  
• 1994 Toyota Celica GT-Four ST205

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1990 Nissan Pulsar GTI-R

The GTI-R version of the Pulsar was homologated specifically to give Nissan an edge over the dominant rally cars of the Group A era, specifically from Toyota and Ford. Its rally career was relatively short, but it remains dominant against similar cars of the time. It shares its engine with the Nissan Silvia, a 227 hp turbocharged 2.0L inline four engine, which gives it a 0-60 time of about five seconds. Complete 50% of the Spring Playlist



1999 Ford Racing Puma

Only 500 of a planned 1,000 Racing Pumas were ever built, and only in the UK. The rarity of the Racing Puma, initially introduced as the Puma RS, makes it a valuable find. This was the final Limited Edition of the Puma produced and it features an advanced 4-piston motorsport braking system, a beefed-up body with lightweight aluminum components, and a racing-inspired interior. Complete Seasonal Championship “Cool Cats”



1990 Toyota Celica ST185

The car that kicked off Toyota’s reign in the Group A world, the ST185 would ultimately win 16 World Rallycross series. This was the first Celica to come out after the split from Supra, which resulted in a more purely rally car versus the sportier Supra. The Celica hits the sweet spot between the straight lines and hard edges of 80’s era cars and the curvier 90’s style. Complete 50% of the Winter Playlist



1994 Toyota Celica ST205

The 205 was an evolution of the previous car on this list, moving its style fully into the 1990’s and embracing the modern aerodynamic curves of the era. This car is famous for many things, not the least of which was the iconic Castrol livery it sported in competition and for being the cover car for SEGA Rally Championship 1995. The most powerful version of the Celica at the time, the homologated special that was necessary for WRC contention sported a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 engine producing 252 horsepower with all wheel drive and “Super-Strut Suspension.” Complete Seasonal Championship “What’s the Word on the Street”



1991 Peugeot 205 Rallye

A result of Peugeot’s desire to homologate the 205 to compete in rally, the 205 Rallye sports a 100hp engine that is compensated in power by an incredibly lightweight body, especially in the cheaper performance version. The interior was stripped of anything that wasn’t strapped down, and even some things that were, in order to maximize performance. Complete Seasonal Championship “Stardew Rallye”



1988 Mitsubishi Starion ESi-R

There’s some speculation around the origins of the name Starion. Is it a reference to the constellation Orion? Is it a swipe at the Ford Mustang (Starion = Stallion)? Hard to say! The Starion was an association project with Chrysler, who put out the similarly built Conquest in North America. The ESi-R version first built in 1986, which featured a widebody kit, was intended for rally competition, specifically the short-lived Group B. Complete Seasonal Championship “Mud is Thicker Than Water”

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• 1974 Toyota Celica GT
  
• 1974 Toyota Corolla SR5
  
• 1995 Toyota MR2 GT
  
• 1989 Toyota MR2 SC

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1973 Toyota Corolla SR5

In 1970, Toyota’s second generation of Corollas arrived and by 1973 that included the SR5 coupe model, which was only made in ’73 and ‘74. Sold in Japan as the Corolla Levin, the SR5 was intended to expand Toyota’s reach into new markets, which explains its unusual-at-the-time design: metal fender flares, unique front struts and springs, and a thicker front sway bar. It sported a 1.6L four-cylinder engine with five-speed transmission. Complete the Seasonal Championship “The Corolla Express” to unlock.




1974 Toyota Celica GT

The Celica GT was a JDM legend that did much to pioneer the international market for Japanese imports. It was a direct descendant and much more accessible version of the 2000GT and at the time was comparable to the Mustang, which had been reduced in size significantly in recent years. That being said, the Celica only weighed about 2,200lbs, while the Mustang quickly moved on to bigger and heavier engines. The Celica housed a 2.0L four-cylinder that put out 90 hp (versus the Mustang’s 105 hp). Complete 50% of the Spring Playlist to unlock.




1989 Toyota MR2 SC

Dubbed a “budget exotic car”, the Mister Two was Toyota’s mid-engine entry in the late 80’s. It featured the familiar 4A-GE engine found in the AE86; a 16-valve, twin-cam 1.6-liter inline-four and in 1989, a supercharger that bumped it up to 145 hp and shaved a second off of it’s 0-60 time. That supercharger required certain aspects of the MR2, such as the springs and wheels, to be reinforced, plus the addition of raised vents on the engine cover. Complete 50% of the Winter Playlist to unlock.




1995 Toyota MR2 GT

In 1991, the MR2 received a full redesign that made it sportier and more Ferrari-like in appearance. By ‘95, due to rising prices and insurance premiums, it was ending its production run, making this model especially prized by collectors. The GT featured a 2.0 L 200 hp five-speed engine mounted behind the seats that put it on equal footing with cars like the Ferrari 348. The MR2 name would make its return when Toyota attached it to the Spyder convertible. Complete the Seasonal Championship “Track Toyotas” to unlock.

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• 1977 Ford #5 Escort RS1800 MkII
  
• 1970 Ford GT70
  
• 1985 Mazda RX-7 GSL-SE
  
• 2019 Zenvo TSR-S

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2019 Zenvo TSR-S

The Zenvo TSR-S is a superlative hypercar in every sense. 1177 horsepower out of a twin-supercharged V8, Zenvo claims 0-124mph in 6.8 secs. The TSR-S’s power is matched by its handling, which is aided by a unique hydraulic rear wing that doesn’t do what wings are supposed to do. In fact, at a 2019 test at Spa, the car was black flagged because track officials thought it was malfunctioning! The wing tilts left and right to better distribute pressure and increase downforce on curves. It’s counterintuitive and a little hard to explain, so we’ll let Zenvo founder Troels Vollertsen spell it out: “I’d been thinking that maybe we could alter the downforce so we could put more pressure back across to the unloaded inside wheel while cornering, so you not only get downforce, but also create an effect like an anti-roll bar.” (via Top Gear) The second S denotes a street-legal cross between Zenvo’s track-only TSR, which had a fixed wing, and the TS1 GT road car. Zenvo is only building five of these cars every year, but you can get it by completing the first Photo Challenge.



1970 Ford GT70

You know the story of the GT40, the Le Mans winner and recent movie star, but have you heard of the prototype GT70? Maybe not if you’re from outside the UK. The idea was for Ford of Europe to replicate the success the GT40 program had on the track, but on the rally stage, following a string of wins for the Escort throughout the 1960s. The problem, and why the car might be so little-known, was that to qualify for rally competition according to FIA regulations, a car had to have a minimum production run of 500 homologated cars. The GT70 had six. It fell victim to circumstance; the WRC rules changed, production costs climbed, and the Escort continued to improve performance, making the GT70 an expensive “what if?” The GT70 never saw any real rally competition, but you can change that by completing the Seasonal Championship “Up Your Street”.


1977 Ford #5 Escort RS1800 Mk II

The #5 Ford Escort is perhaps the most iconic rally car of all time; built to Group 4 spec, it won the first WRC world championship for drivers in 1979, while being driven by Swedish rally driver Björn Waldegård, aka Walle, sporting the iconic British Airways livery. Between 1977 and 1979, driving the #5 Escort, Waldegård would win WRC races in Kenya, Wales, Sweden, Greece, and Canada; some of the most punishing rally races in the world To this day, Waldegård still holds the record for the oldest driver to win a World Rally Championship event, and holds 16 total WRC wins to his name. Add to the #5 Escort’s victories by completing 50% of the Winter Playlist.


1985 Mazda RX-7

Mazda and the rotary engine – a synonymous pairing best represented by the Mazda RX-7; the loud, high-revving rotary, paired with the lightweight, perfectly balanced, incredibly aerodynamic body. The already powerful Mazda twin-rotor 100 hp engine saw a further evolution with the 1985 redesign that brought the RX-7 more in line with the likes of Porsche. It also bumped the power of that rotary design up to 146 hp and added a turbocharger. Complete the Midnight Mazdaness Seasonal Championship to grab this rotary icon.

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• 1996 Ferrari F50 GT "Welcome Pack"
  
• 2017 Ford GT "Welcome Pack"
  
• 2016 Hoonigan Gymkhana 9 Ford Focus RS RX "Welcome Pack"
  
• 1976 Jeep CJ5 Renegade "Welcome Pack"
  
• 2012 Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 "Welcome Pack"
  
• 1960 Porsche 718 RS 60 "Welcome Pack"
  
• 2016 Subaru #199 WRX STI VT15R Rally Car "Welcome Pack"
  
• 1993 Toyota #1 T100 Baja Truck "Welcome Pack"
  
  
• 1988 Holden VL Commodore Group A SV
  
• 2011 HSV GTS
  
• 1996 HSV GTSR

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1996 Holden HSV GTSR

Identifiable by its signature paint color, “Yellah”, aka the most Australian name ever, only 85 of these cars were ever built. That’s especially interesting given the homologation standard for race cars no longer held true when the HSV GTSR was released in 1996. Presumably, Holden wanted to build a limited production run of this car for the public to enjoy, and most of those models stayed in Australia. However, a handful made it to New Zealand and one even landed in the UK! The good news for owners of one of those 85 cars is that the production model was effectively identical to the track version, with a rare, early showing for carbon fiber in the body, and an Aussie-built V8 engine. Complete 50% of the Spring Playlist to unlock an iconic Australian race car.


1988 Holden VL Commodore Group A SV

The “Plastic Pig”, the ”Batmobile”, the “Walky”, however you know it, the Commodore is a distinctive and iconic Group A machine. The first car produced by Holden Special Vehicles (HSV), the Commodore did fall under homologation requirements for Group A, which meant that a total of 500 models were built (eventually expanded by 250 due to its popularity). It was built to go up against the Mercedes AMGs and BMW M3s of the world, and made a name for itself with more than a few wins, sporting the Walkinshaw-designed body kit that gave rise to most of its nicknames. Complete the Seasonal Championship “Holden Your Horses” to receive this car.


2011 HSV GTS

The previous two cars on this list were built to race spec and designed with the express purpose of being the fastest thing on the track--and yet, the GTS has them beat as a production car! The E Series sports a 6.2L V8 Engine that outputs 436 horsepower. Outside of Australia, you might know it better as the Vauxhall VXR8, which is how it was released in the UK. Complete the Seasonal Championship “Down Under” to receive this car.

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• 1991 Bentley Turbo R
  
• 2018 Jaguar I-PACE
  
• 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar First Edition

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2018 Jaguar I-PACE

The I-Pace represents a huge move for Jaguar – their first all-electric SUV, and it’s an impressive first go-round. The AWD I-Pace goes 0-60 in less than 5 seconds on a 90kW battery that will get just under 300 miles per charge, with a top speed of 124 mph. After the I-Pace was released, its track-only counterpart, the I-Pace Trophy was released and through the course of pushing the battery of the Trophy to its limits, Jaguar actually found ways of updating and upgrading the battery of the I-Pace to maximize performance.
Grab Jaguar’s EV I-Pace by complete 50% of the Autumn Playlist. It’s also available as the monthly Rivals car.


2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

The name “Velar” comes from the Italian velare, which means “veiled” or “hidden”. It was a name that Land Rover engineers used for a decoy company back in the 1960s to conceal pre-production registration of Range Rovers. As a nod to that history, the fourth model in the Range Rover line was called the Velar. It represents a more middle-of-the-road version, somewhere between the Evoque and the Sport. The design of this car, which Land Rover refers to as “reductionist”, was intended to emphasize sportiness, and was actually influenced by its Jaguar brother, the I-Pace! It has a more subtle, curved profile and a lower seating position for the driver, in order to improve performance.
Grab this “hidden” SUV by completing the Seasonal Championship “Tiding Rover” in the Winter Playlist.


1991 Bentley Turbo R

There might not be a car company that marries power and luxury better than Bentley. Quilted leather, a turbocharged V8, multiple grains of fine wood trim and 0-60 in about six seconds: every Turbo R was hand-built, and for 30 years it was considered the ultimate Bentley. Descended from the Mulsanne and similar in construction to the Brookland model, the Turbo R boasted more speed and control thanks to its reworked suspension (fun fact: the R stands for “Roadholding.”) In classic Bentley style, this is a huge car, but its 6.75L engine more than compensated for the extra weight.
When it was released, this car would have run you about $200,000, but thankfully in Forza Horizon 4, you just need to complete the Seasonal Championship “The Sun Never Sets” in the Summer Playlist.


The British Sports Car Pack
1962 Triumph TR3B
1970 Triumph TR6 PI
2018 TVR Griffith
1938 MG TA Midget
2004 Vauxhall VX220 Turbo
2018 Aston Martin Vantage

Any Terrain Car Pack
2018 Can-Am Maverick X RS Turbo R
2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio
1991 Hoonigan GYMKHANA 10 Ford Escort Cosworth Group A
1985 Porsche #185 959 Prodrive Rally Raid
2016 Honda Civic Coupe GRC

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• 2018 Formula Drift #64 Nissan 370Z
  
• 2015 Lexus RC F
  
• 2009 Lexus IS F
  
• 2013 Toyota GT86

2018 Formula Drift #64 Nissan 370Z

• Car Type: Extreme Track Toys
  
• Physical: F/R | 2866 lbs | 1015 hp 4.0L twin turbo V6 (swaps: 542 hp, 850 hp)
  
• PI/SHALB: S1 884 | 7.8 | 7.7 | 6.7 | 8.4 | 7.6
  
• Reward: Summer championship event
  
  2015 Lexus RCF
  
• Car Type: Super Saloons
  
• Physical: F/R | 3957 lbs | 467 hp 5.0L naturally aspirated V8 (swaps: widebody kit, 510 hp, 602 hp, 700 hp, 552 hp)
  
• PI/SHALB: A761 | 7.2 | 6 .5 | 6.3 | 7.9 | 6.7
  
• Reward: Autumn championship event
  
  2009 Lexus IS-F
  
• Car Type: Super Saloons
  
• Physical: F/R | 3780 lbs | 416 hp 5.0L naturally aspirated V8
  
• PI/SHALB: A761 | 7.2 | 6 .5 | 6.3 | 7
  
• Reward: 50% Spring completion
  
  2013 Toyota GT86
  
• Car Type: Modern Sports Cars
  
• Physical: F/R | 2734 lbs | 197 hp 2.0L naturally aspirated Flat-4
  
• PI/SHALB: C580 | 5.7 | 5.8 | 6.5 | 6.7 | 5.5
  
• Reward: Spring championship event

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Chris Forsberg’s Formula Drift #64 Nissan 370Z - feature video
Three championship titles, the most podium finishes in FD, 1000+ horsepower; Chris Forsberg’s drift monster 370Z has it all. Powered by a twin turbo V6 and stripped down in order to drift its way around any corner at any speed, the #64 370Z has been Forsberg’s Nissan of choice now for several seasons, making it the oldest car in Formula Drift.

Check out our interview with Chris and garage tour in this month’s Forza Monthly.

The Forsberg 370Z has been a long time coming to Forza Horizon 4 and is now available after completing the “Nissan Cup” Championship.


2009 Lexus IS F
Whether it’s the 5-liter V8, the quad tip exhaust, or the smooth handling, there’s a lot to love about the ISF. It’s not the easiest car to get a hold of in the real world, with a limited 5-year production run, especially compared to main competitors like the smaller-engine BMW M3, but here in Forza Horizon 4, no such production limitations exist.

Complete 50% of the Spring Playlist, and the IS F is yours.


Lexus RCF
The design principles that Lexus learned and built into its halo car, the LFA would go on to inform how they built every car going forward, and a major beneficiary of those learnings was the RC F, which was the second fastest car Lexus produced at the time it was released.

The successor to the ISF, the RC F sports a naturally aspirated 5L V8 engine outputting 470bhp, the most powerful Lexus V8 there is, a retractable rear wing, and a unique design history. It’s a mash-up, featuring the front section of the GS, the middle section of the IS C, and the rear of the IS.

You can become the proud owner of the RC F by completed the “Fully Loaded” Seasonal Championship


Toyota GT86
The first collaboration between Subaru and Toyota resulted in a successor to the legendary AE86 aimed at one ultimate goal: be fun to drive. It featured an adapted Subaru Boxer engine that could be placed low within the frame of the car, which would improve handling by keeping the center of gravity low. The shared designs between the two car makers meant that both companies got to put their badge on different versions; Subaru called it the BRZ, Toyota called it the GT86, and Scion got a version as well called the FR-S, as a means of introducing it to the US market.

The GT86 and BRZ were nearly identical, except for some notable changes like the suspension systems, the front end bumper and slight tweaks to performance as the two cars diverged in purpose over time, with the GT86 favoring handling while the BRZ emphasized performance.

Complete the Spring Seasonal Championship “Sports Day” to unlock the GT86.



Drag Run
The Drag Run is a new feature coming to the Festival this month that will allow for seamless back-to-back drag races in PvP. Starting from any drag strip, players can drop in and out without having to join a new session for every race.

The Drag Run is split into 3-race series which offer rewards on completion. These then offer new PI restrictions which players can pick a new car to match.

A couple of new car packs featuring cars previously only available in the Car Pass are available for purchase this month. Check them out!



High Performance Car Pack
· 2018 DeBerti Design Ford Mustang GT
· 2017 Ferrari GTC4Lusso
· 1972 Lamborghini Jarama S
· 2014 McLaren 650S Spider
· 1993 Porsche 968 Turbo S
· 2019 Porsche 911 Carrera S
· 2010 Vauxhall Insignia VXR




Icons Car Pack
· 1968 Ford Mustang GT 2+2 Fastback
· 1965 Ford Transit
· 1963 Opel Kadett A
· 1965 Peel Trident
· 1959 Porsche 356 A 1600 Super
· 1966 Hillman Imp
· 1966 Volkswagen Double Cab Pick-Up

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• 1992 GMC Typhoon
  
• 1991 GMC Syclone
  
• 2019 Hennessey Hennessey VelociRaptor 6x6

1992 GMC Typhoon

• Car Type: Vans & Utility
  
• Physical: F/A | 3800 lbs | 280 hp 4.3L turbo V6
  
• PI/SHALB: C510 | 5.9 | 4.6 | 6.2 | 7.7 | 4.5
  
  1991 GMC Syclone
  
• Car Type: Vans & Utility
  
• Physical: F/A | 3613 lbs | 280 hp 4.3L turbo V6
  
• PI/SHALB: C588 | 5.4 | 5.7 | 6.8 | 7.9 | 4.8
  
  2019 Hennessey VelociRaptor 6x6
  
• Feature Video
  
• Car Type: Offroad
  
• Physical: F/A | 6697 lbs | 600 hp 3.5L twin turbo V6
  
• PI/SHALB: A705 | 6.0 | 6.6 | 7.1 | 8.9 | 6.4

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Hennessey Velociraptor 6x6
John Hennessey was asked why he wanted to take a Ford Raptor and add two wheels, another axel, eight inches of lift, 600hp, an overhauled exhaust for the Eco-Boost twin turbo V6 of the Raptor, and wrap it all up in a package called the Velociraptor. His answer? “Because you can.” Go figure. Only 100 of these custom trucks are made per year, and each one can hit 0-60 in about 4.9 secs, so you’re not going to want to miss this monster.

Complete the "Into the Wilderness" Seasonal Championship to tower over everything on the road in this beast.



GMC Syclone & Typhoon
The Cyclone and Typhoon from GMC were the result of a very particular moment in automotive history known as “the early 90’s.” A high performance compact truck and SUV pair known collectively as “SYTY”, the pair was conceived by engineers at Buick who swapped the engine of a compact pickup for a 3.8L V6 and created the “ultimate specialty truck.”

The prototype’s 3.8L V6 was replaced with a 4.3L, and supplemented with Corvette parts and a Mitsubishi turbocharger that produced 280 hp. This resulted in a truck that hit 60mph from a standstill in 4.5 sec, and it was called the Syclone (distinct from the Mercury Cyclone.)

The goal of these trucks was speed, at the cost of towing capacity (none) and offroad capability (also none,) but the end result was, at the time, the fastest accelerating car in production.

The chief differences between the Syclone and Typhoon are an extra row of seats and a choice of leather interior, but either model remains a rarity. Turns out, high performance compact pickup trucks were a niche market.

The Syclone is yours for completing 50% of the seasonal playlist in Summer. The Typhoon comes after 50% in Winter.



A couple of new Car Packs are headed your way this month as well, featuring cars previously only available from the Car Pass and, for some, individual purchase. Those packs are available now for 6.99 USD (6.29 with Xbox Game Pass)



Japanese Heroes Car Pack
· 1974 Honda Civic RS
· 2005 Honda NSX-R GT
· 2003 Honda S2000
· 2002 Mazda RX7 Spirit R Type-A
· 2018 Nissan Sentra NISMO




Open Top Car Pack
· 2018 BMW i8 Roadster
· 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Convertible
· 1953 Jaguar C-Type
· 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Spyder Performante
· 1929 Mercedes-Benz SSK

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• 1995 BMW 850CSI
  
• 1987 Mercedes-Benz AMG Hammer Coupe
  
• 1990 Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer

1995 BMW 850CSI (previously in FM7, FM6, FH2, FM4)

• Car Type: Retro Sports Cars
  
• Physical: F/R | 4,240 lbs | 372 hp 402 ft-lb
  
• PI/SHALB: B612 | 7.3 | 5.2 | 6.1 | 7.8 | 5.1
  
  1987 Mercedes-Benz AMG Hammer Coupe (new to Forza)
  
• Car Type: Retro Saloons
  
• Physical: F/R | 3,640 lbs | 379 hp 417 ft-lb
  
• PI/SHALB: A701 | 7.8 | 5.7 | 5.9 | 6.9 | 5.7
  
  1990 Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer (new to Forza)
  
• Car Type: Track Toys
  
• Physical: R/R | 2,315 lbs | 493 hp 317 ft-lb
  
• PI/SHALB: S1 855 | 8.0 | 7.4 | 8.5 | 9.8 | 7.8

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Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer - DLS - Feature Video

What does it look like to take a vintage design 911 and reimagine it as the ultimate air-cooled Porsche? It looks like the DLS from Singer – the Dynamics and Lightweighting Study – one of the most sought-after 911s in existence. Singer, the automotive restoration group headed up by Rob **** nson and based in Los Angeles, has developed a signature style that’s all about the smallest of details, as summed up by their slogan “Everything is important”. Those details make all the difference - a carbon fiber body, plus advanced 4-liter air-cooled engine that spins past 9000 rpm, codeveloped with Formula 1 tech courtesy of Williams Engineering. Williams is also responsible for developing the suspension and the reworked aerodynamics. The whole thing also received technical input from the mind behind the GT3 engine, Hans Mezger. The result of all the resources and detail work that went into creating the DLS is a production run of 75 cars, worth 1.8 million dollars each.

Save some cash – get the Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer – DLS for 50% of the Summer playlist.


BMW 850C Si

Born out of BMW’s motorsport heritage and supplemented with then-cutting-edge technology, the 850CSi is the top-level iteration of the 8 Series. It was the first road car to offer a V12 engine mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. That same V12 would eventually be lent to McLaren for use in the F1, the car that held the top speed record for a production vehicle for 12 years. Maybe you’ve heard of it. The 8 Series was aimed at a high-end audience, with the 850C Si topping out at $100,000. Only 1500 models exist, as new emissions standards were put in place in the mid-90’s, and the 850C Si’s engine could not be adapted easily to meet them, so the variant was discontinued. That didn’t stop the 8 Series from becoming the most successful German V12 very made.

Complete 50% of the Autumn playlist to get your hands on this engineering wonder.


Mercedes AMG Hammer

A rare pre-partnership result of AMG tuning and engineering, the Hammer sports the body of a Mercedes 300E sedan, plus a heavily modified V8 that takes it from 0-60 in about 5 seconds, with a top speed of 178 mph. Every hot rod that has come out of Mercedes-AMG since owes a debt to the Hammer. AMG’s record are spotty on how many of these were produced, but each was custom ordered so we know they were a rarity from the start, and they were not cheap; likely around $160,000 each.

It’s about as subtle as a hammer, but you can get one by completing the Seasonal Championship “Tree Hugger” in Spring.

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• 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 Q4
  
• 1924 Austin Seven
  
• 1975 FIAT X1/9
  
• 1974 Hoonigan Ford Bronco
  
• 2020 Koenigsegg Jesko
  
• 1979 Triumph TR7 Roadster
  
• 2058 Quadra Turbo-R V-Tech

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Austin Seven



Considered one of the most important autos in British motoring history, the Seven did for commercial driving in Britain what the Ford Model T did in the US, bringing it in line with safety and regulation standards of the day, and making driving accessible and affordable for a much greater portion of the population. It rocks a massive 10 horsepower engine that will not go 0-60, ever. It’s also the new record-holder for oldest car in Forza Horizon 4. Unlock Tier 5 in the Horizon Super7 by reaching 42,000 influence to unlock the Austin Seven.


Triumph TR7 Roadster



You can’t miss a TR7 when it’s headed down the road. The wedge shape of the body has become nothing short of iconic for UK motorsport enthusiasts, and the legacy of the Triumph TR line as racing cars only adds to regard in which this car is held as a classic. The Roadster represents the highest-end version of that machine – featuring an open top and better engine. Reach Tier 7 in the Horizon Super7 to unlock the Triumph TR7 Roadster.


Koenigsegg Jesko



Before you ask, it’s pronounced “YES-koh”. One of the most requested cars has made its way to the Festival and it defies expectations. This surprisingly road-legal car kicks out 1600hp when fueled with E85, utilizing the latest version of Koenigsegg’s twin-turbo 5L V8 and a nine-speed gearbox that somehow has seven clutches. It was unveiled at the 2019 Geneva Auto Show as the successor to the Agera RS named for the founder of the company’s father, Jesko von Koenigsegg. The version unveiled in Geneva features a large active rear wing and air intakes, designed to emphasize downforce to keep the car under control at ridiculously high speeds. The Jesko is a huge milestone for a company that already puts out some truly incredible hypercars – this car is intended to break the 300mph barrier, and pave the way for more accessible Koenigsegg hypercars in the future. Complete the “Let it Snow” Seasonal Championship to get your hands on THE Koenigsegg Jesko.


Hoonigan Bronco



This is the Bronco that Ken Block, owner of Hoonigan Industries, rebuilt for his wife Lucy as a daily driver (and then promptly broke). As he tells it, she wanted something a little more basic, to which Ken replied “we aren’t a basic family.” Where a 1974 Bronco would normally come with a 390 Big Block that produced around 190 horsepower, the Hoonigan version sports a 5L Coyote Engine that kicks out 420hp, plus rebuilt suspension, gear shifters, racing wheel and seats. It’s all very Hoonigan and all about being fun to drive on- or off-road. Get Lucy Block’s Bronco by completing the Seasonal Championship “Ken Block and Roll” in Autumn.


Fiat X1/9



If you’re looking for a balanced, practical Italian mid-engine car from the early 1970’s, you can’t go wrong with the X1/9. It boasts a 60 horsepower 1.3L engine, and can get you from point A to point B in a reasonable amount of time, which is all you can ask from a car at the end of the day, really. Complete the Seasonal Championship “Abarth on the Heart” In the Summer to get your hands on this radical racer.


Alfa Romeo 155 Q4



The 155 Q4 consistently surprises. Its unassuming exterior belies a turbocharged 2L four-wheel drive engine that produces 200 horsepower and resulted in a win in the Italian Touring Car Championship the year this model became available.

The exterior doesn’t have to be unassuming either, with a variety of body kits and exterior customization options available to ensure this looks the part of a true racing machine. Grab a racing classic for 50% of the Spring playlist.

1992 Alfa Romeo 155 Q4 (previously in FM7, FH3, FM6, FM4)

• Car Type: Retro Saloons
  
• Physical: F/A | 3,064 lbs | 187 hp 219 ft-lb turbo inline-4
  
• PI/SHALB: C 541 | 6.2 | 5.0 | 5.8 | 7.9 | 4.7
  
  1924 Austin Seven (new to Forza)
  
• Car Type: Rare Classics
  
• Physical: F/R | 772 lbs | 10 hp 28 ft-lb naturally aspirated straight-4
  
• PI/SHALB: D 100 | 3.1 | 4.1 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 4.4
  
  1975 FIAT X1/9 (previously in FM7, FH3, FM6, FM5)
  
• Car Type: Classic Sports Cars
  
• Physical: M/R | 2,210 lbs | 61 hp 67 ft-lb naturally aspirated straight-4
  
• PI/SHALB: D 127 | 4.8 | 4.1 | 4.0 | 5.7 | 3.7
  
  1974 Hoonigan Ford Bronco (new to Forza)
  
• Car Type: Offroad
  
• Physical: F/A | 3,705 lbs | 435 hp 400 ft-lb
  
• PI/SHALB: A 721 | 5.8 | 6.5 | 8.4 | 10.0 | 6.2
  
  2020 Koenigsegg Jesko (new to Forza)
  
• Car Type: Extreme Track Toys
  
• Physical: M/R | 3,131 lbs | 1280 hp 883 ft-lb twin-turbo V8
  
• PI/SHALB: S2 998 | 10.0 | 9.7 | 8.3 | 9.6 | 10.0
  
  1979 Triumph TR7 Roadster (new to Forza)
  
• Car Type: Classic Sports Cars
  
• Physical: M/R | 3,131 lbs | 92 hp 2249 ft-lb naturally aspirated inline-4
  
• PI/SHALB: D 245 | 5.0 | 4.7 | 4.2 | 5.4 | 4.4
  
  2058 Quadra Turbo-R V-Tech (new to Forza)
  
• Car Type: Modern Super Cars
  
• Physical: R/R | 2,756 lbs | 607 hp 560 ft-lb twin turbo V8
  
• PI/SHALB: S1 890 | 7.8 | 8.4 | 8.5 | 10.0 | 8.6

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• 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe
  
• 1990 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z
  
• 1970 Honda S800

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2020 Corvette C8



How significant is it that the latest in the hallowed Corvette legacy is a mid-engine? Well it’s a fulfilment of a dream that’s been around since the 1960’s, but more so, it’s a huge evolution for one of the greatest American sports cars. Mid-engine means less wheel spin, more control on curves, and more speed. It’s just science, and that science means this Corvette goes from 0-60 a full second faster than its predecessor, the C7. The Z51 performance package is available in-game, which means an upgrade in performance with spoiler and bumper mods. The C8 was a gamechanger when it released IRL, and now it’s literally changing the game in Forza Horizon 4. The C8 is available by completing the Find New Roads Seasonal Championship.


1990 Chevy Camaro IROC-Z



Another highly requested car, the IROC-Z has been a mainstay of the Forza franchise for many years, so it feels pretty great to welcome this American classic to Britain.

The official car of the International Race of Champions, the rebranded Z28 Camaro boasts a 5.7L V8 that puts out around 225 hp, and 330 lbs of torque, all wrapped in an American-built front engine RWD package. By the time the 3rd generation Camaro rolled out, in 1987, its origins as a Mustang-killer were long behind it (that is, until 2010), but the 1990 model featured in-game was the last one to feature the IROC-Z branding. Hop into this Camaro and check out some of the exciting body modifications available in-game. Unlock the IROC-Z by completing 50% of the Winter Playlist.


1970 Honda S800



The grandfather of the iconic S2000, and one of the earliest cars from Honda as they transitioned from motorbikes to car manufacturing, the S800 featured a 800cc in-line four motorbike engine that kicked out a whopping 70hp at 8500 RPM. Its iconic Honda styling, tiny frame and options for engine swaps make it a great option to cruise, rally or just take some really great photos. Our friends over at Hoonigan documented an S800 build from actor Daniel Wu last year, which you can check out here. Complete “That 70’s Championship” Series to unlock the S800.

2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe (new to Forza)

• Car Type: Modern Super Cars
  
• Physical: M/R | 3,577 lbs | 495 hp 469 ft-lb naturally aspirated V8
  
• PI/SHALB: S1 830 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 9.2 | 7.7
  
• Conversions: twin turbo or PDS aspiration; five engine swaps; Forza aero or remove rear wing - the targa open top is not available in Forzavista or while driving.
  
  1990 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z
  
• Car Type: Retro Muscle
  
• Physical: F/R | 3,627 lbs | 245 hp 345 ft-lb naturally aspirated V8
  
• PI/SHALB: C 512 | 6.5 | 4.6 | 5.1 | 6.4 | 3.9
  
  1970 Honda S800
  
• Car Type: Cult Cars
  
• Physical: F/R | 1,565 lbs | 70 hp 48 ft-lb naturally aspirated inline-4
  
• PI/SHALB: D 193 | 4.7 | 4.0 | 5.3 | 6.8 | 3.9

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GT500



In 1965, Carroll Shelby put the Le Mans GT40 engine inside of a Mustang to create the Cobra GT350, in order to compete at the track. Fast forward to today, and we’re still feeling Shelby’s influence on the Mustang with the GT500. It has 760hp stock via a supercharged aluminum block 5.2L V8, making it the most powerful stock Ford in history. It sports a dual clutch that shifts faster than any manual. And it’s balanced to take corners unlike any Mustang before it. The result of all of this is unmatched speed and unmistakable Mustang style and power. Continue the Shelby legacy with the GT500, available by completing the “Flex Your Muscle” seasonal championship.


Shelby 1000



The GT500 might be the most powerful Ford when stock, but the Shelby 1000 is anything but stock. The 1000 takes a base GT500 and makes improvements to the handling, horsepower and braking, making it a track machine capable of 1000 horsepower thanks to a complete refit of the 5.4L V8, an overhaul of the exhaust and supercharger, and what has been described as some “Shelby magic” that puts the 1000 over 200 mph at top speed. The 1000 got a limited run, and each model was numbered. A completed model comes out to around $200,000, and includes a widebody kit, new racing suspension, added cooling to make up for those 1000 horses, and refitted chassis connectors, to keep the whole thing in one piece. Get your hands on the Shelby 1000 by completing the Seasonal Championship “Shelby Coming Round the Mountain.”

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RAESR TACHYON



A “tachyon” is a theoretical particle that scientists hypothesize would travel faster than the speed of light. The RAESR Tachyon is a 1250 horsepower EV hypercar with a jetfighter design that can reach 240mph and travel 150 miles on a single charge. See the difference? The Tachyon Speed features a carbon fiber body, all-wheel drive, and six direct drive electric motors that provide its horsepower. It’s incredibly light, coming in at less than 3000 lbs., and ridiculously aerodynamic, featuring an adjustable rear wing (and four front wings), plus a tandem seating design similar to a jet fighter to minimize the drag coefficient. The resulting silhouette is long, wide and low, making for a unique driving experience and the power to back it up. The Tachyon Speed was developed by Rice Advanced Engineering Systems and Research starting back in 2012 with the goal of bringing the ultimate performance in EV hypercars to low volume production. You can get the Tachyon Speed by completing 50% of the seasonal playlist in Winter.


PEUGEOT 207 S2000



Making its triumphant rally return to Forza, after not being seen since Forza Motorsport 2, the S2000 is a variant of the 207 developed to complete in Super 2000 rally racing. If you’re unfamiliar, Super 2000 is the budget-friendly spec for WRC and other rally championships that feature 2L naturally-aspirated engines. The 207 S2000 has an impressive pedigree as the winning car in the Intercontinental Rally Challenge from 2007-2009. You can get your hands on this rally machine by completing the Seasonal Championship “Forest Monster.”

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Porsche 356 Outlaw RSR by Emory Motorsports



Emory Motorsports has built and cared for some of the most unique and iconic Porsche models in history. You can already find their handiwork in Forza Horizon 4 thanks to the 356 C Cabriolet Emory Special.

They are responsible for the “Outlaw” line of custom build Porsche 356s, and at the top end of that line, you’ll find the Porsche 356 RS line. Taking the best bits from the 1990s-era 964 and 356 of the 50’s, every RS is rebuilt by hand and restored to better-than-factory-new. Each comes standard with the custom Emory-Rothsport Outlaw-4 engine, improved handling and suspension compared to their parent cars, and an aesthetic that can only be described as “extreme”.

Now, if the RS line is the top end of the Outlaw family, the RSR is the top of the top. Rod Emory’s custom RS Outlaw 356 represents the absolute height of the Emory design philosophy. The car embodies Emory’s answer to the question - if Porsche had continued to develop the 356 as a competition car, what would it have looked like?

It starts at the wheels. Emory says that much of the design work for the RSR emerged out of the custom five-spoke wheel, the MOMO Heritage 5, inspired by the ones found on late 70’s Porsche 935s. From there came the namesake – the RSR designation, courtesy of the 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR (and evident as an influence in the Emory RSR’s interior). The chassis started its life as a barn-find 1960 Porsche 356B Coupe married to a 1990 964. And it’s all powered by twin turbos on an Emory-Rothsport custom 2.4L.

The Emory Porsche 356 Outlaw RSR is infused with the legacy of Porsche in every aspect of its design and execution, yet it has a look and feel that is singular and thrilling.

The Porsche 356 Outlaw RSR by Emory Motorsport is available for 50% of the Summer Playlist.


1968 Pontiac Firebird



The Firebird 400 was the flagship of Pontiac’s “Magnificent Five” Firebird model options in 1968. Named for its 400 cu. in, 325hp W66 engine (borrowed from the GTO), the Firebird 400 was 1968’s iteration of Pontiac’s answer to its GM cousin the Camaro, courtesy of designer John DeLorean (!!!).

The Firebird started its life under DeLorean as a Pontiac version of the Corvette, before being shuttered and retooled as a mirror of the Camaro. DeLorean saw what he believed to be shortcomings in the Camaro’s design, and set out to correct them in the Firebird, which shared the Camaro’s F-body platform, but was set lower to the ground with a more racing-centric stance. It also has a longer nose (about five inches), integrated bumper, and split grill to bring it more in line with the Pontiac sensibility. Changes to its chassis and suspension separated it from the Camaro, and in some enthusiasts’ eyes, elevated it above its more popular counterpart.

The car was designed and built on an abbreviated timetable originally under the name Banshee before adopting the title of a concept car from 1954, the Firebird 1. It lasted for three model years before being redesigned, making the 1968 model a rarity and a prize for classic muscle car fans.

Complete the Seasonal Championship "Phoenix from the Ashes" to unlock the 1968 Pontiac Firebird.

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• 2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon
  
• 1975 Citroen DS 23
  
• 1993 Porsche 928 GTS

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Jeep Gladiator



A pickup truck. An off-road SUV. A Jeep with the suspension of a Dodge Ram. The Gladiator is one of a kind.

A longer wheelbase and wider track mean that this doesn’t feel like a typical Jeep Wrangler, either on or off the road, and is intended to be more capable and stable. It wasn’t designed to simply be a Wrangler with a bed, but specifically to stand on its own as a pickup and off-road vehicle.

Fun fact: this is not the first Jeep to bear the name Gladiator. Back in 1962, Jeep released a full-sized truck alternatively named the Gladiator, the Jeep Pickup, or simply the J-Series. This particular model was the basis for various military vehicles in the post-war era of the 1960s, when the idea of cost savings meant starting from a civilian truck and adapting it to fit the military’s needs, such as ambulances. This new pickup bears little resemblance, save for adopting the name.

Complete the Summer Seasonal Championship “Are You Not Entertained?” to get our next 2020 car.


Citroën DS23



Since its inception, the DS has been a car out of time. It pioneered new driving technologies and features to become the most innovative and unusual car ever designed. It influenced the look of “futuristic” cars and technology in sci-fi media for decades, and other competitors took years and years to adopt some of the standards set by Citroën with the DS.

A number of new driving technologies have their origins in the DS line. Among these were the hydropneumatic self-leveling suspension system, which used a combination of liquid hydraulic and gas-pressured suspension, rather than springs, to give the DS an exceedingly comfortable and smooth ride on smooth roads or rougher terrain. It also made changing tires a breeze without the need of a jack to raise the car; the suspension system will raise up the wheels to take weight off the flat tire, which can then be easily removed.

Additionally, the DS was the first production car to use disc brakes, which were much more efficient at dispelling heat, and therefore more effective, than the drum brakes they replaced. These were coupled with a braking pedal that was more of a button, which was intended to better transfer energy from the foot to the brakes using the car’s advanced hydraulic system, without energy lost depressing the pedal before the brakes actually engaged.

Add on a fiberglass roof, power steering, a semi-automatic transmission, turn signal lights placed high on the car’s body, and pivoting headlights tied to the steering wheel, and there’s a reason the DS is one of the most popular and beloved cars in French automotive history. In fact, it set the record for most preorders at launch, which it held until the Tesla Model 3 in 2016.

Outside of the world of Forza, you can catch the DS in action in The Day of the Jackal (1973), a classic thriller film that retells the true story of an assassination attempt on French president Charles De Gaulle. The attempt failed, largely thanks to the superior design and build of the DS. As a result, De Gaulle swore to never drive in any car but a Citroën. He even defended it from being purchased by Italian automaker Fiat in 1969.

You can drive the pride of France by completing 50% of the Winter playlist.


Porsche 928 GTS



In the late 1970s, Porsche sensed a change in the wind. There was a global oil crisis, a suspicion that the flagship 911 was reaching the upper limits of its popularity, and a fear of looming legislation from the US government banning rear-engine vehicles in response to safety concerns about the Chevy Corvair.

What they needed was a grand tourer, totally fresh in its design and powertrain, that would appeal to the luxury sedan market in a way the compact, loud, sporty 911 never could. The result was the first Porsche design not derived from previous work – the 928. The 356 came from the Beetle, the 911 came from the 356, and the 912 and 924 originally came from designs by Volkswagen, but the 928 was its own thing: Porsche’s first front-engine V8.

The result was slow to sell, as Porsche purists saw it as a betrayal, and its target market balked at the price tag. But over time, it developed a following, as well as a number of trim packages such as the GTS (which was US-only). Only 407 of these were made, and they included wider wheel arches (for larger tires) and the largest V8 the model had sported to date (350 hp).

The 1993 model was one of the last; the model would cease production in 1995.

Get this Porsche by completing 50% of the Spring playlist.

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