One-of-a-kind Spyker C8 is finally finished after being in the works for nearly a decade and it's worth the wait
Published on Jan 08, 2026 at 8:17 PM (UTC+4)
by Henry Kelsall
Last updated on Jan 08, 2026 at 8:17 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Emma Matthews
An incredible one-of-a-kind Spyker C8 is finally finished, after the supercar spent nearly a decade in the works.
The C8 was a supercar from Dutch automaker Spyker, and it’s a company that had been through hell and back over the years.
After its various financial woes, the C8 never got the LM85 trim that it was promised to get in 2018, a high-performance trim that would have turned it into a flagship model.
But thanks to the efforts of an enthusiast and two engineering and design houses, that promised dream has now become a reality.
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What makes this one-of-a-kind Spyker C8 so special
Known as the Aileron, the second-generation Spyker C8 should have had all sorts of special features.
Aluminum bodywork, wider front and rear fenders, and more unique design details would have been included.
But while they promised to build three examples, the company never did so before the supercar was discontinued.
That is where Jasper den Dopper came in, the man behind the restoration of this car.
This wasn’t just a reinterpretation, but a full crafting of an Aileron LM85 to Spyker’s original specifications.
Collaborating with Michail Pessis and design house Milan Morady S.A., Dopper was able to turn the dream into reality.
He did so, even down to the unusual riveted sheetmetal that the car had.
The greatest version of the Dutch supercar
This is possibly now the greatest version of this particular Dutch supercar.
The custom paint job looks exceptional, based on the two-tone paintwork originally conceived for the LM85.
Spyker based this trim on the limited-edition 2009 C8 Laviolette.
At the moment, it is not clear if more versions of the LM85 will be produced.
It is, however, unlikely to come cheaply if more are created.
The first-generation C8 has a high value as of 2026, with asking prices rising as high as $400,000.
It took 10 years for this car to be made a reality, with many wondering if an LM85 would ever be seen at all.
The dedication to the build is incredible, as is the quality of the finished product.
We would love to see more LM85s on the road, continuing what Spyker had started.
The history of Spyker
1880 – The Foundation: Brothers Jacobus and Hendrik-Jan Spijker founded the company in the Netherlands, gaining fame by building the ‘Golden Coach’ for the Dutch Royal Family.
1903 – World Firsts: The brand launched the 60hp model, recognized as the world’s first car to feature a six-cylinder engine, permanent four-wheel drive, and four-wheel brakes.
1926 – The First End: Despite its engineering innovations, the original company faced financial hardship and ceased operations, ending its first era of production.
2000 – Modern Resurrection: Victor Muller revived the brand with the launch of the C8 Spyder, a hand-built supercar celebrated for its aviation-inspired design and exposed gear linkage.
2010 – The Saab Gamble: Spyker acquired Saab from General Motors in an ambitious expansion, but the financial strain caused Saab’s collapse and forced Spyker into bankruptcy by 2014.
2025 – A New Chapter: In October 2025, the company announced a final legal settlement regarding its trademarks, clearing the way for Spyker to resume producing exclusive sports cars.
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Henry is a content writer with nearly ten years experience, having written for various publications since 2017. Qualifying with a Sports Journalism degree from Staffordshire University, Henry loves all things automotive but has a particular soft spot for classic Japanese cars and anything Lancia. He also has a curious passion for steam locomotives.
