$2M DiMora Natalia SLS 2 to get - wait for it - world's first MP3-enabled horn
Spend two million bucks on a car, and you'll get to have whatever the hell you want as a horn tone. Alfred DiMora is back, adding more splashy aftermarket items to the list of standard equipment on his Natalia
The Horntones system has 256MB of flash memory that can be loaded up with MP3 files. Once your files are in the Horntones system, there's a 150-watt speaker to delight everyone within a quarter mile by blaring your audio with a 110dB sound pressure level. DiMora contends that the Horntones rig is the most significant development in car horns in the last 100 years. We disagree – after all, the Dukes of Hazzard General Lee had that bitchin' setup that played Dixie.
Perhaps the biggest news here is that there's a new rendering, this time, a rear three-quarter view. Press release after the jump.
Gallery: DiMora Motorcar Natalia SLS 2
[Source: DiMora Motorcars]
Beyond Honking: Horntones Give Drivers Sound Choices in $2 Million Natalia SLS 2
DiMora Motorcar is first OEM to include downloadable sound selection capability.
San Clemente, CA (PRWEB) February 5, 2009 -- DiMora Motorcar announced today that Horntones Corporation mobile horn systems will be factory equipment on all V16 Natalia SLS 2 sport luxury sedans.
FX-550, Horntones' patented system, is the world's first and only MP3-enabled vehicle horn. It features 256MB of internal flash memory, 150 watts (RMS) of audio amplification, and a weatherproof, ruggedized, compression-driver speaker. The FX-550 can deliver hundreds of different sounds at an impressive 110db sound pressure. The Horntones system won four SEMA 2007 Global Media Awards for "Best New Product". The FX-550 is the ultimate in vehicle horn personalization, and can be used in a variety of applications, such as standard horn sounds, passenger pick-up signaling, personal safety alerts, etc.
We are excited that DiMora Motorcar is setting the standard by becoming the first automotive original equipment manufacturer to incorporate Horntones technology in every vehicle. Working with Alfred DiMora and his team has been a pleasure. Their plans for the Natalia SLS 2 are truly visionary. We are thrilled to be a part of the design!
The Horntones system is probably the most radical change in car horns in the past century. It allows the driver to communicate something more than just a general alert.
We are pleased to have Horntones as a creative Technology Partner. This is another example of American innovation being showcased on the Natalia SLS 2.
"We are excited that DiMora Motorcar is setting the standard by becoming the first automotive original equipment manufacturer to incorporate Horntones technology in every vehicle," said Horntones President Mike T. Kosco. "Working with Alfred DiMora and his team has been a pleasure. Their plans for the Natalia SLS 2 are truly visionary. We are thrilled to be a part of the design!"
The Horntones system will be customized and integrated into the ergonomic and aesthetic design of the Natalia SLS 2.
"The Horntones system is probably the most radical change in car horns in the past century. It allows the driver to communicate something more than just a general alert," said DiMora Motorcar Founder Alfred DiMora. "We are pleased to have Horntones as a creative Technology Partner. This is another example of American innovation being showcased on the Natalia SLS 2."
About Horntones
Based in San Clemente, California, Horntones Corporation provides innovative, state-of-the-art mobile audio products. The company has developed, as its flagship product, the Horntones FX-550, the first MP3-enabled vehicle horn. For more information, please visit www.horntones.com.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
Mark 7:38PM (2/06/2009)
I've seen gussied up Hyundais with more allure than that ridiculous looking thing.
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KeatMP 10:56PM (2/06/2009)
Ya, but you can't have a MOVE BITCH, GET OUT THE WAY! horn in you're Hyundai.
Jake B 4:12AM (2/07/2009)
You couldn't just buy the kit for your Hyundai? Even a Kia?
Mr.Oak 8:46AM (2/07/2009)
KeatMP. That song was the first thing that came to mind.
Johnny 7:41PM (2/06/2009)
can someone tell me where this manufacturer got a V16 engine from?
I mean building engines is not hard. many small garages have fused two hayabusas together to make a V8 or have put two R1 4 cylinders together to make a 2.0 liter straight 8 .
I just want to know what V8s they used and the engine specs for this V16.
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Robert Goldman 5:55PM (2/09/2009)
He's getting the engine from Vapormotors, Inc., manufacturers of the well known and popular V-1,256 one-thousand-two-hundred-and-fifty-six cylinder motorcycle engine.
I remember when "Alfred" worked for my father doing telephone sales. This car, I suspect, exists only for purposes of garnering publicity.
Jeff 7:44PM (2/06/2009)
Its a 14 liter V16 putting out 1200 horsepower.
Makes me think its the 7.0 from the Z06.
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Kitko 7:44PM (2/06/2009)
Actually, horns emitting melodies are illegal in most European countries.
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Sofa King Fast! 7:46PM (2/06/2009)
I bet there are hookers in the back seat of the purple one.
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SPF 7:47PM (2/06/2009)
2 million dollars? Seriously? For this?
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chconline 7:48PM (2/06/2009)
Wait till I load Kelly Clarkson's "My Life Would Suck Without You" in there.
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futurama 7:49PM (2/06/2009)
for 2 Million bucks, i should also get a car that is designed to look like it is 2 million bucks, not some homemade, amateur looking car. i will be seriously surprised if this car actually make it to the market as promised. this must be a joke.
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Nick 7:58PM (2/06/2009)
Al DiMoron ...
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trusnowboarder7 7:58PM (2/06/2009)
Is this vapoo-ware? Cause it sure looks like poo... (
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k.w.a 8:07PM (2/06/2009)
This is what Lincolns should look like...especially if they continued the town car. Lincolns should go back to being big and stately;at least for their flagship.
Anyway MP3 horns is a terrible idea.. the only time it could possibly be useful is when you're telling a slow driver to get out of the fastlane or for someone in front of you to use their f***ing turn signal for once
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Hamhock 9:04PM (2/06/2009)
AMEN! AMEN! AMEN!
I was thinking Caddy, but Lincoln is the right answer....
But then Caddy should be making something similar, too
skylin3gtr013 11:40PM (2/06/2009)
What are you talking about? The mp3 horn has totally sold the car to me. Bring it on.
Derek 8:12PM (2/06/2009)
My god, that thing is hideous. I like that it has an MP3 horn just so I can tell when one is near and avert my eyes.
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tifosiotaku 8:19PM (2/06/2009)
I'm getting that thing to play Dixie. And I'm getting it painted Hemi Orange. Yeeha!
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1970Dodge 8:23PM (2/06/2009)
You sir, have very good taste.