David Gomez | 7x Design - Chasing 300mph in a Bespoke Lamborghini

David Gomez discusses his journey in the world of cars and customization. From his first car, a GMC Typhoon, to owning iconic vehicles like the Lamborghini Diablo and Bugatti Veyron, David's deep passion for cars drove him to commission his own bespoke creations. He founded 7X Design to craft one-of-a-kind vehicles that blend art with driving pleasure. In this episode, David delves into the various levels of car customization, the rewards, and challenges that come with each, and his collaboration with Envisage, an engineering firm, to bring his visions to life. He also shares insights into his vision for his next car, which emphasizes both speed and beauty. David reflects on the exhilarating experience of driving the car for the first time, the critical role of tires in high-speed runs, and the different tracks available for testing. He concludes by expressing his disinterest in conventional hypercars and his ambitious plans for future projects. https://7x.design/ https://www.instagram.com/7xdesign/ Enjoy, Sam Show Notes: 00:00 - Introduction and David's Car Enthusiast Background 03:19 - From Buying to Creating Bespoke Cars 08:08 - Enjoying and Owning Iconic Cars 15:19 - The Porsche Carrera GT and the Bugatti Veyron 22:28 - Reaching the Pinnacle with the Bugatti Veyron 26:45 - Founding 7X Design and Collaborating with Designers 31:24 - The Art and Science of Creating Bespoke Cars 37:56 - Partnering with Envisage for Custom Car Projects 40:21 - Vision for the Second Car: Speed and Beauty 42:17 - Experiencing Mind-Blowing Acceleration and Tunnel Vision 45:10 - The Critical Role of Tires in High-Speed Runs 47:37 - Testing on Different Tracks for High-Speed Performance 53:22 - Moving Beyond Standard Manufacturer Hypercars 01:00:34 - Creating a Road-Going Version of a Le Mans Hypercar 01:11:04 - The Undervalued Jaguar XJ220 01:14:50 - David's Five-Car Garage: A Blend of Classics, Sports Cars, and Daily Drivers 01:16:18 - The Art, Passion, and Driving Pleasure of Unique Cars Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices