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power is from the Rover K Series as used in the MGF and Lotus Elise. Proven in road and competition use
the engine and gearbox combines reliability and tuning options with economic servicing and practial
ownership. With the performance emphasis of the Atom geared towards acceleration and handling, the
power to weight ratio even in standard form exceeds that of most sports cars. In tuned form, capable of
giving up to up to 500 bhp/tonne, the Atom approaches the levels of pure racing cars. 0-100 in only 3.9
seconds. Costs around 14.000 KD and it is available to order from the UK only (orders may take up to 6
months).
is a Rotax 503 and the fuel is Premium Unleaded gasoline. The maximum speed is 50 mph and it's range is
about 50 miles. Maximum altitude is approxiamtely 7,000ft above sea level. It consumes 3 gallons of fuel
per hour (it's maximum amount of fuel you can store in it). The empty weight is about 150lbs. and it's
useful payload is about 205 lbs.
£199,999, thats about 100.000 KD, it's a bargain!
Simple to fly, this sporty little number attains jet speeds and has the added attraction of BRI rocket assisted
ejection seats for getting rid of annoying back seat drivers. The cockpit is fully air-conditioned as standard
and the windscreen is anti-iced for those cold morning starts.
Though its speed from 0-60 is not phenomenal, it'll get you to 16,400 feet in under five minutes, which puts
paid to your commuting nightmares (though landing in heavily built-up areas is not advised). For a really
good view the L39 can climb up to 36,000 feet. It holds 276 gallons / 1,225 litres of fuel, has a flying time of
about two and half hours and a max speed of 435mph. So in top gear you'll get about four miles to the gallon,
which doesn't stack up much against your standard saloon for economy, but hey, it's a fighter jet.
The L39 comes painted to your own specification, and with western radios installed - so great for Dolly
Parton fans. Any extra avionics would be fitted as extra and all military ordnance would be removed - so no
guns, unfortunately.
Moller sky car is one expensive machine costing around 150.000 KD. Its every big boy's dream to have
this kind of flying car, don't worry guys, some day we'll drive one, I hope!!
Levitating Hover
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Aquatic Pod Suite
surface of the water. Circular, with a 'flying saucer' aspect, the suite rests directly on the water, the lower
portion submerged approximately five feet. Perfect as a getaway at a favorite lagoon, beach, lake or river,
the suite offers spectacular 300° views of the environment. Beam lights illuminate the depths for viewing
the aquatic surroundings after dark. With a 150 square-foot interior, the self-contained, circular suite has
all the furnishings for two people to enjoy on-the-water living. The interior has a central air conditioning
system, desalination unit, mini-bar, audio-video system wi th Bose¨ stereo, king-size bed, toilet and
shower. Outside, a floating terrace circumscribes the unit, providing a 6.6-foot-wide surface for sun
bathing or enjoying breezes off the water. The inflatable terrace also lends stability and extra buoyancy to
the suite, and protects it from scratches and bumps when visiting boats or windsurfers dock alongside. The
above-water entrance is a watertight aviation design that prevents stray moisture and splashes from
dampening the interior. Unlike houseboats, this unit remains permanently anchored at a specific location by
an environmentally-friendly anchor that attaches with a durable, corrosion-resistant chain. It can also be
towed by a boat. A 2.5kva diesel generator with exhaust silencer produces 220-volt power to supply all
necessary electricity. Price is $91,100.00 (around 28.000 KD), contact (www.Hammacher.com) for more.
Personal Boat
knowledge, this is perhaps the world’s most perfect boat. Capable of ferrying up to 4 adults, the boat’s
ergonomic seats promote pure relaxation while the 700-watt electric motor moves the craft silently through
the water at a cruising speed of 5 mph. The motor is powered by four deep cycle batteries that are constantly
recharged by the sun during daylight hours—even when it is overcast. Because the batteries hold up to a 6-
hour charge, the boat can be used at night as well; for extended nighttime operation the batteries can be
recharged from an outside source. Price is $10,500.00 (around 3.000 KD),contact (www.Hammacher.com)
for more.
