Automotive Landscape of 2003
A look at models launched in 2003
- Feb 1: Space Shuttle Columbia Disaster – The tragic reentry breakup of Space Shuttle Columbia halts the American space shuttle program and prompts rigorous re-evaluations of thermal tile and composite materials engineering.
- Mar 20: Iraq War Begins – The US-led coalition invasion of Iraq heavily showcases modern armored military vehicles, Humvees, rapid logistical supply convoys, and desert warfare modifications.
- Aug 14: Northeast Blackout of 2003 – A massive software-triggered electrical grid failure plunges the Northeastern US and Ontario into darkness, paralyzing traffic lights, commuter trains, and fuel pumps.
- Dec 13: Saddam Hussein Captured – Coalition forces capture deposed Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein in Tikrit, marking a major milestone in military tactical operations.
US
Mazda Mazda6
Sedan
POWER
220 HP
RARITY
300,000 Sold
US
Nissan 350Z
Sports
POWER
300 HP
RARITY
150,000 Sold
US
Ford Mustang
SVT Cobra (Terminator)
POWER
390 HP
RARITY
13,476 Sold
US
Dodge Viper
SRT-10 Roadster
POWER
500 HP
RARITY
1,500 Sold
EUROPE
BMW 5 Series
E60 (Bangle Butt)
POWER
329 HP
RARITY
1,365,039 Sold
EUROPE
Bentley Continental GT
W12 Coupe
POWER
552 HP
RARITY
40,000 Sold
EUROPE
Aston Martin DB9
Grand Tourer
POWER
450 HP
RARITY
16,500 Sold
EUROPE
Lamborghini Gallardo
5.0 V10
POWER
493 HP
RARITY
14,022 Sold
EUROPE
Rolls-Royce Phantom
VII (BMW Era)
POWER
453 HP
RARITY
10,000 Sold
EUROPE
Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
Supercar
POWER
617 HP
RARITY
2,157 Sold
EUROPE
Porsche Carrera GT
980 Supercar
POWER
605 HP
RARITY
1,270 Sold
ASIA
Nissan Skyline
V35 (G35 Coupe)
POWER
280 HP
RARITY
100,000 Sold
ASIA
Subaru Impreza
WRX STi (GD-E) "Blob Eye"
POWER
300 HP
RARITY
45,000 Sold
ASIA
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
Evolution VIII (US Launch)
POWER
280 HP
RARITY
12,000 Sold