Images source: henrikfisker.org

Looking like somewhat of a cross between a Maserati and an Aston-Martin, VLF’s latest concoction comes to us in the form of the VLF Force 1. With its dramatic body lines, long and pointed face, and high, rounded quarters, you can clearly see where the inspiration came from. What you’d never guess, however, is that the car was developed based on a donor Viper.

The Force 1 came as result of partnership between VLF partner and Design Chief Henrik Fisker and American racing driver Ben Keating. Keating has had incredible success in competitive racing – earning himself multiple National Championship crowns in the Dodge Viper Cup, as well as several wins in GTD class racing.

In a quote from Fisker, he stated that “what inspired [him] most about building this partnership with Ben is that he is the most passionate Viper racer in the world… better than anyone [he’s] ever met.” Coupling the theatrical design styles of Fisker with Keating’s comprehension of the performance needs of the Viper platform – both on and off the track – the Force 1 is a bit of an exotic twist on the American approach to supercars.

The smaller, quicker, and arguably more flashy counterpart to the recently-released four door Destino, the Force 1 borrows the Vipers 8.4-liter V10 powerhouse, tuned to extract 745 horses and mated to a paddle-shifted 6-speed automatic transmission. The body boasts an all carbon fiber construction, including exposed portions that make up the functional aerodynamic features.

With various luxuries including wine-holders, on-board WiFi, and other  cutting-edge amenities, the supercar is intended to go like hell at the track and offer opulent comfort everywhere else.

Production is set to begin come April, so until that time all we can do is speculate as to how much of its advertised performance and luxury will truly hold up. But what do you think? Are you a fan of the Force 1’s space-age design, or is it a bit too far-fetched for your tastes? Let us know in the comments below.