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The Falcon F7 takes inspiration from other supercars while retaining its individuality, making it a possible collector's car for the future.

The Falcon F7 is a mid-engine aluminum monocoque sport coupe powered by a 620-horsepower V8. The F7 is faster than any muscle car and second only to the Chevrolet Corvette C7.

The story of the Falcon F7 began with engineer and car enthusiast Jeff Lemke planning to construct a supercar. It took Falcon Motorsports less than three years to complete it, precisely in time to display the vehicle's production model at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show.

The F7's setup is relatively straightforward and in line with current supercar standards. It rides on a tungsten inert gas-welded aluminum chassis with a carbon-fiber/Kevlar reinforced floor pan. The company ensured the body panels were carbon fiber and placed the GM-sourced V8 engine behind the seats.

The Ford GT inspired the F7 exterior design. Jeff Lemke came across a poster of a Ford GT, which he admired, and decided to copy the GT's configuration. After studying the poster, Jeff Lemke was able to outline the ideal car he was going to make.

The engineer's mission was to create a budget supercar that would be able to compete with top-tier vehicles like the Ferrari 458 Spider and the Lamborghini Aventador. However, like most small automotive ventures, Falcon Motorsports couldn't develop its powertrain or suspension system because it would have been more expensive. This led the company to borrow them from the previous Chevrolet Corvette Z06.

Let's find out more about the Falcon F7 and why it's one of the best American supercars.

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Under the hood, a 7.0-liter LS7 engine sourced from the C6 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 produces 620 horsepower and 585 ft-lb of torque. However, Falcon added high-performance components, such as Lingenfelter camshaft and springs, and a carbon-fiber intake system.

For those who want more, Falcon allows their customers to get up to 1,100 hp through the rear wheels. The F7 uses a Ricardo six-speed manual transmission, similar to the Ford GT, and it bases its suspension on the Corvette. Furthermore, the headlamp components are from the Dodge Avenger.

According to Falcon, the F7 can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds and has a top speed of 190 mph. There are Brembo carbon-ceramic disc brakes for braking, with six-piston calipers and 15.5-inch rotors at the front and four-piston calipers and 15-inch rotors out back. The engineers connected the 20-inch forged, five-spoke wheels to a Penske high-performance coilover pushrod suspension.

Compared to other supercars, the Falcon F7 isn't fast, with a 0-to-60 mph acceleration time equal to that of the Porsche 911 Turbo. However, it's cheaper than most other supercars, fetching slightly less than a McLaren 650S, so no one should expect Ferrari-like performance from the car.

The Falcon F7 design is unique because, unlike modern supercars, Jeff Lemke created the F7 with the '80s in mind. The vehicle features wedge-like cues that were popular in the '70s and '80s cars, but the F7 also borrows styling elements seen on newer supercars. You'll notice the Lamborghini nose, the Ford GT hood, and the Ferrari 512 Berlinetta-inspired rear end.

Fortunately, Falcon successfully combined these cues, allowing them to create a car with its own identity. Even though it isn't exactly breathtaking and isn't as remarkable as most of its competitors, it has a design that will catch your eye at first glance. Furthermore, the F7 is broader than the Ferrari 458 Italia and lower than other exotics.

The F7's interior has accessories ranging from leather and carbon-fiber accents to billet surrounds and knobs. The simple dashboard configuration and the cheap-looking steering wheel aren't appealing in a car that costs more than $200,000. The fit and finish aren't great, although the color scheme isn't strictly relevant.

There's a four-speaker CD stereo with Bluetooth connectivity, an iPad in-dash slot above the shifter, air conditioning, power windows, and keyless ignition for infotainment.

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Falcon didn't intend to produce the F7 on a large scale. It's not quite the level of made-on-demand rarity of a Mazzanti Evantra, but there were never any intentions to make more than ten at once. When it was new, it had a hefty price tag — the 1,100 hp variant was around $400,000, which is understandable for the power but not so much for a car. However, the 620 hp model had a reasonable price tag of $195,000.

Sadly, the Falcon F7 didn't last long. Some critics say production shut down because of its price, even though the company reasonably priced the 620 hp version. Another reason could be that the F7 had no relevant history to back the Falcon name.

Overall, the Falcon F7 was a great car and one of the few American cars to come close to top-tier supercars like Ferrari, Porsche, and Lamborghini. Because it's rare and unique, its price might skyrocket in auction sites in the future.

Marcus is a car enthusiast who loves writing about them. He travels frequently and always seeks out the best driving roads to really test a car's limits. His favorite cars are anything with a manual transmission, and he's been known to spend hours just shifting through all the gears.