Automobiles Review

Author: Victor Ivanov

  • BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi

    The Italian fashion house Trussardi teamed with BMW Italy to create a limited edition 5er Gran Turismo.

    The car is specially created to celebrate Trussardi’s 100th birthday. BMW 5er GT received a new color called “Heraldic Brown”, but not only that. There are also logos of Trussardi all over the car – inside and outside. The limited edition 5er GT stands on style 316 20” alloys.

    The interior received new upholstery – Leather Glove Beige with a stitching inspired by a classic Trussardi glove design.

    Trussardi fashion-house offers outfitting for all BMW 5-Series GT variants: 535d, 535i, and 550i, either with or without xDrive.

    No words about the pricing, but it wont be cheap. There is no further information, how many units will be available, so if you want individual beige 5er GT with beige interior, hurry up!

    BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi
    BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi
    BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi
    BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi
    BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi
    BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi
    BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi
    BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi
    BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi
    BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi
    BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi
    BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi
    BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi
    BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi
    BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi
    BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi
    BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi
    BMW 5er Gran Turismo Trussardi

    source: BMW

  • Sportec SP 800 R

    Sportec has released another project called SP 800 R, based on the Porsche GT2 RS, which is the most powerful and brutal road going car of the company.

    The tuning specialists offer both – styling and performance packages. The aerodynamic upgrades include front lip spoiler and rear spoiler made from carbon fiber.

    The engine is boosted to 800PS (588 kW) and 900Nm (664 lb-ft). The 3.6 liter flat-six now features a new hybrid turbocharger, sport camshaft, sport intercoolers, new connecting rods, sport air filter, and an ECU-remap. Last, but not least a new titanium sport exhaust has been added.

    The performance is improved a lot – 0 to 100 km/h in 3.1 seconds and top speed is mind-blowing 373 km/h (232 mph).

    Sportec SP 800 R stands on 9J x 20” at the front and 12J x 20” at the rear alloys with central locking and Cup tires in dimensions 245/30 ZR20 und 315/25 ZR20, respectively.

    Finall, the car is lowered with 25mm for better stance and increasing the downforce.

    Sportec Porsche SP 800 R
    Sportec Porsche SP 800 R
    Sportec Porsche SP 800 R
    Sportec Porsche SP 800 R
    Sportec Porsche SP 800 R
    Sportec Porsche SP 800 R
    Sportec Porsche SP 800 R
    Sportec Porsche SP 800 R
    Sportec Porsche SP 800 R
    Sportec Porsche SP 800 R
    Sportec Porsche SP 800 R
    Sportec Porsche SP 800 R

    Source: Sportec

  • Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X

    A senior executive in Mitsubishi Motor company has stated that the Evolution X would be the last Evo. This was immediately followed by consumer backlash and a media fire storm.

    “MMC has kept the Lancer Evolution sedan evolving as the brand’s highest-performing model in the global market. However, as the market’s needs and demands change, (more…)

  • Renaultsport Megane 250 by Superchips

    RenaultSport Megane 250 is one of the hottest hatchbacks on the market. It produces 246BHP and has a top speed of 156 mph (252 km/h). However, Superchips Ltd now offers an ECU remap for even more stunning performance.

    The performance package suits all Megane 250 models from 2010 onwards and increases the overall power with 49BHP at 5331RPM and 66Nm at just 4816RPM. (more…)

  • Sportec SPR1 FL

    Sportec SPR 1 FL is the latest project of the tuning company. It is based on facelifted 997 Porsche 911 Turbo.

    It boasts new semi-sequential gearbox, new facelift LED taillights, rear bumper and side mirrors.

    The power is the same – 858PS (631 kW) and 880Nm (649 lb-ft). It comes from 3.6 liter twin-turbo flat-six. The engine updates include new Smooth Flow intake manifold with two injectors per chamber, a Carbon Ram Air intake system, high-performance intercooler and two hybrid turbochargers.

    The other upgrades are the new 6-speed gearbox fitted with a Sportec high-performance clutch, it also features oil cooling.

    Performance is blistering – 0 to 100 km/h in 3 seconds flat, to 200 km/h in 9.7 seconds and the 300 km/h mark comes in less than 18 seconds. Vmax – 380 km/h (236 mph).

    Sportec Porsche SPR1 FL
    Sportec Porsche SPR1 FL
    Sportec Porsche SPR1 FL
    Sportec Porsche SPR1 FL
    Sportec Porsche SPR1 FL

    Source: Sportec

  • Kia Sportage SX Turbo

    2011 Kia Sportage SX Turbo includes a new grille, modified side skirts, a dual exhaust system and unique 18″ alloys.  It also boasts  new aluminum door sills and a revised instrument cluster.

    Sportage SX Turbo also comes with a sports suspension including stiffer shocks and revised struts.
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  • Geneva 2011: Alpina B5 Bi-Turbo Touring

    Alpina B5 Bi-Turbo Touring is currently on display in Geneva auto salon. The car is based on the BMW F10 5-Series 550i.

    The engine is 4.4 liter twin-turbo V8 with 507PS (373 kW) and 700Nm (516 lb-ft). It is mated to a the ZF 8-speed SWITCH-TRONIC automatic. 0 to 100 km/h takes 4.8 seconds and the top speed is somewhere over 300 km/h (186 mph). (more…)

  • Geneva 2011: BMW 650i Convertible

    BMW are exhibiting 6-Series Convertible at the Geneva Motor Show. The open-top was planned to be shown at the Los Angeles Auto Show, but for reasons unknown the drop-top never made it to the show.

    650i has a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 engine with 413PS (304 kW) and 600 Nm (442 lb-ft) of torque. (more…)

  • Geneva 2011: Kelleners BMW 5 Series M Sports Package

    Kelleners Sport has revealed the tuned BMW 5 series M sports package at the Geneva Motor Show. The car includes an aerodynamic kit, performance boosting, suspension tuning and interior upgrades.

    The performance upgrade for 520d boosts the engine to the hefty 218PS (160 kW) and 450Nm (332 lb-ft), instead of the factory’s 183PS (135 kW) and 380 Nm (280 lb-ft). (more…)

  • Geneva 2011: RUF Rt 12 R

    The German tuning specialists RUF are ready with their new model called Rt 12 R – based on the latest Porsche 911. The car is exhibited in Geneva and will definitely catch the attention of the audience.

    The car is simply brutal – 3.8 liter twin-turbo boxer with staggering 730PS (537 kW) and 940Nm (693 lb-ft). The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. (more…)

  • Geneva 2011: Wiesmann Spyder

    Wiesmann has revealed the Spyder Concept at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show.

    The performance is just staggering – 4.0 liter V8 with 420PS (from the latest BMW M3), which enables the 1000kg car to accelerate in 0 to 100 km/h in 4 seconds – flat. The top speed is 290 km/h (180 mph). (more…)

  • Mansory Siracusa Ferrari 458 Italia

    Mansory has unveiled tuned version of Ferrari 458 Italia called Siracusa at the Geneva Motor Show.

    The vehicle features carbon fiber in all body components and the result is weight-saving of 70kg. The new components are a front apron including air inlets for the front coolers, a new bonnet and side skirts with integrated ducts. (more…)