Here is an informative email from a contact of mine.
Chris Thies
spilikus@sprynet.com
Wrote,,,,
Mr. Cain:
Here is the poop - if you can, please forward this information to the
members of the SI Chat Board:
I am a private investigator in Dallas, Texas. On Monday, 03/30/98, I
was in Houston for business related to a wealthy East Coast Client. He
contacted me while I was in Houston and asked me to locate the Vector
that was rumored to be that area. My client is semi-interested in
buying a car but it has to be black. I located the car in question at
the British Royal Motor Cars, LTD dealership dealership at 14750
Memorial Drive, Houston, Texas 77079 (they sell Rolls, Bentley, and
collectible vehicles). I entered the showroom and saw a beautiful light
blue M-12 parked next to a black Bentley. I spent twenty minutes
talking to the Rolls Royce Sales Manager (Michael Berray) about the
vehicle and my clients interest in a black version. I was told the
following information:
The vehicle in this showroom floor was Vector M-12 #9 with
VIN #1V9MB1225W1048009 - The "009" at the end shows it is #9.
The manager explained this M-12 was used by Vector for the recent Mexico
City Auto Show. Berray said this vehicle is #9 and that #10 has black
exterior and red interior. This vehicle, current location unknown, was
produced as a prototype for the a member of an Arabic Royal Family in
Brunei. Apparently, this member of royalty only buys vehicles that are
black with red interiors. This car was a prototype because Vector was
suposed to build the prince a right hand drive version (please realize I
have not personally verified this).
The manager also said #11 has an orange exterior and blue interior
(yuck) and was custom built for a Florida Gators fan.
Berray said the Vector at Sebring came in sixth place in one of the
categories but I do not recall which one. Apparently the rear wing
broke, or collapsed, and the aerodynamics were chaged for the better. I
did not explore the cars appearance in this race any further.
Berray said he could have a custom build M-12 delivered in around 14
weeks straight from the factory, full payment due up front.
Berray said Vector, under the new managment, is now prepared to produce
and market these vehicles on a serious basis. Berray provided me with a
copy of the M-12 sales booklet and performance data sheet. I am
forwarding the sales booklet, which is very nice and professional, to my
client but I was given two copies of the performance data sheet. I am
keeping one and forwarding the other to my client.
Berray allowed me to closely inspect the vehicle and sit inside. The
interior was very tight. Entry was difficult, at best, and I do not
recommend taking this car on a date. The footwells were small and I
only had room for pressing the pedals but then again this car was
designed for performance. I must admit I was very impressed with the
vehicle and the Lamborghini engine. The paint was beautiful, even
though it was not my color of choice The doors opened smooth and closed
tight with a solid sound.
I am purchasing 5k more shares just because I sat in the M-12 and from
the positive word from Berray. I just hope my client purchases one so I
can drive it one day.
Please forward any of this data you feel is worthy to the SI chat room.
Berray can be reached for verification of this M-12's existence at:
800-725-1122
Berray DID NOT verify a price but suggested the blue M-12 could go for
$225,000.00 (give or take).
Please respond with any comments.
Chris Thies |
