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The mid-engine RM460 Hyundai Genesis Coupe has landed
It's arrived. Finally. The wickedly awesome Rhys Millen Racing mid-engine V8 version the Hyundai
Genesis Coupe is here, and it took every fiber of our being not to hop in and drive it off the SEMA
show floor.
The RM460 is why we're in Sin City -- it's the embodiment of the originality and DIY-ethic of the
aftermarket extravaganza in Vegas. Its Genesis sedan-sourced, 4.6-liter, Tau V8 occupies the
spot normally reserved for a backseat in lesser Coupes, and is boosted via a handful of go-fast
parts to produce an even 500 HP. The stock transmission was tossed in favor of a Mendeola
five-speed sequential gearbox, KW coilovers were used in place of the stock dampers, and
HRE 560 Series 20-inch wheels wrapped in Toyo T1R tires nicely frame the new StopTech
braking system. Given Millen's reputation for performance we don't doubt this is one seriously
fast vehicle.
It's also a looker. As a matter of fact, we're starting to think it might be in the hunt for
best-looking car at the show. The body kit is tasteful and looks OEM. The gorgeous
custom RM ONYX HD paint job by BASF is a perfect contrast to the carbon fiber used on the roof,
air intake blades, diffuser and other trim. While the press release mentions the Ferrari 599XX as
inspiration, we're seeing a bit more Nismo 370Z in the overall design. Not that there's anything
wrong with that. The interior wasn't overlooked either, with new Sparco sports seats, alcantara
and carbon fiber trim panels coddling passengers as they listen to the new Infinity sound system.