Spyker is a Dutch luxury sports car brand with a history of over a century, known for its handcrafted premium sports cars. The brand was founded by the Spyker brothers in 1898, initially starting as a carriage maker before transitioning into automobile manufacturing. Spyker cars are renowned for their unique design, exceptional performance, and exquisite craftsmanship, earning the reputation of being the "Rolls-Royce of the Continent." Throughout its history, the brand has introduced several classic models, such as the C8 Spyder, C8 Laviolette, and C8 Double Twelve R, which are not only distinctive in design but also pursue excellence in performance.
Spyker has participated in numerous automotive competitions throughout its history and has achieved remarkable results. The brand is also famous for producing fighter planes and aircraft engines during World War I. Spyker's motto, "To strive, to persevere, to triumph," reflects its relentless pursuit of product quality. In 2004, Spyker Cars went public through an Initial Public Offering (IPO) on the Euronext Amsterdam stock exchange and was honored as a Dutch national cultural heritage. Today, Spyker continues to provide a one-of-a-kind luxury sports car experience to car enthusiasts worldwide through limited production.