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Ares Design S1 Spyder

2020Coachwork by ARES

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
2020
Body style
Spider
Engine
Naturally aspirated V8
Type
Concept

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR

Coachbuilding, design & conversions

ARES

Coachbuilder / Manufacturer / Engineering / Body Builder · Documented

24 linked vehicles

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PRICE & SALES RECORD

Vehicle value

Original price
Not documented
Latest recorded sale
Not documented

01 / THE STORY

History & context

The Ares S1 Project Spyder adopts the style of its coupé twin, but at the same time rebuffs it in a new form that is even more extreme and uncompromising, with a design enriched by the absence of the roof and the windscreen. To assure the ultimate driving experience, ARES’ Centro Stile designed two wind deflectors that flawlessly emerge from the streamlined bodywork, redirecting the air flow over the passengers into the air intakes behind the headrests and creating a virtual canopy and a calm driving environment, to fully enjoy the unique dynamic experience. Without the windscreen, the sinuous carbon-fibre bodywork of the S1 Project Spyder takes on a unique, organic form, flowing through the interior to divide and envelop the passengers. Bespoke hand-crafted and richly finished with fine Napa leather and Alcantara, the S1 Project Spyder’s interior reveals elegant, minimalist lines, with the HMI positioned entirely on the centre console and dashboard. The wrapping shapes contrast with the absence of a roof and windscreen, emphasising the sensations experienced while behind the wheel. Beneath its handmade carbon fibre bodywork, the S1 Project Spyder houses a centrally mounted, naturally aspirated V8 engine. With a maximum of 8,800 rpm, the car’s powerful acceleration will deliver a 0-100 kph in 2.7 seconds. ARES Design has also created the bespoke exhaust system and revised the engine ECU to achieve a maximum power output of 522kw (715hp), delivered via the rear wheels and an 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox and double wishbone suspensions, with forged aluminium axles and adaptive Magnetic Ride Control.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Concept
Body material
carbon fibre
Mechanical platform
ARES S1 Project

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Naturally aspirated V8
Specification notes
SOURCE/TECH 2026-09-21 — ARES official October 2020 announcement documents the Spyder as a 24-unit open derivative of the S1 Project, with carbon-fibre body and naturally aspirated V8 programme basis. Later Speedster evolution remains related but distinct.

Design & manufacture

Coachbuilder / Manufacturer / Engineering / Body Builder · Documented
ARES

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.

ReferenceSource type
ARES — S1 Project Spyder announcement, October 2020 www.aresdesign.com Manufacturer official press release
ARES Atelier — S1 Project Speedster www.aresdesign.com Manufacturer official project page

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