A FULL-SIZED replica of the car set to attempt a new land-speed record was on display in Hull this weekend.
Petrolheads queued outside Arco, off the A63, on Saturday to catch a glimpse of the vehicle that could blow all other records out of the water.
Awe-struck fans gathered to see the Bloodhound SSC, which will be able to travel at speeds of more than 1,000mph.
Arco are supporting the project by supplying safety kit.
Joint managing director Thomas Martin said: "It is an incredibly exciting project to be part of.
"This is going to inspire the future generations of engineers.
"I know how important this car is going to be for the world of the future.
"This is the NASA moment for our generation."
The Bloodhound SSC stands at an impressive 13.4 metres long, 2.8 metres high and 0.9 metres wide.
Currently still in the production stages, when it is finally ready it will be capable of reaching in excess of 1,000mph.
Driver Andy Green will be racing the car on a piece of land in South Africa, which has been meticulously researched.
The team had to make sure the land was as flat as possible and was long enough for the acceleration and stopping distance.
It is thought the record attempt will be made in late 2012 or early 2013.
Rocket engineer Daniel Jubb said: "The current record is 763mph, so we will be going significantly faster than that.
"The record has never been raised by this much before, so it will be an engineering adventure.
"It is hard to say exactly what will happen, as nothing has ever been close to going this fast."
Arco are not the only locals getting involved.
The Bloodhound Project has 42 ambassadors in the Hull area, who are running education programmes.
Educational materials are being provided to schools, including Winifred Holtby, Woldgate College, Hymers College and Hull College.
To get involved, visit www.bloodhoundssc.com
● PICTURE GALLERY: The Bloodhound SSC at Arco
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