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BMW Z3 V12 Prototype – 326 HP and 490 Nm

BMW Z3 Roadster is one of the most appreciated vehicles in the 90’s. So, to make it even more exclusive, BMW M division has fitted an enormous 5.4 liter V12 from 750i/850i in a one-off BMW Z3 prototype. Just imagine a small roadster with rear-wheel drive and V12 engine under the hood. It will be sensational.

This is just one of the many specially created vehicles by the M division. The list includes M8, based on BMW E31 850CSi, M5 Convertible based on BMW E34 M5 saloon, 7-Series with six-teen cylinder engine (V16) based on E32 and M3 Pickup based on BMW E92 M3.

The Z3 V12 has a 5.4 liter M73B54 engine delivering 326HP (243 kW) at 5000RPM and 490Nm (361 lb-ft) of torque at 3900RPM. Suggested 0-100 km/h time is under 5 seconds and a top speed of around 300 km/h (186 mph).

Check out the pictures below.

BMW Z3 V12 Prototype

Source: worldcarfans

August 7, 2012

Carlsson Mercedes-Benz CGL 45 Royal Last Edition

Carlsson Mercedes-Benz CGL 45 Royal Last Edition Carlsson has announced the CGL 45 Royal Last Edition. It is based on Mercedes-Benz GL-Class. The tuned SUV comes with a lot of upgrades including aerodynamics parts and performance modifications. Carlsson CGL 45 Royal Last Edition will be produced in limited series of just 30 units.

The exterior upgrades include rent chrome radiator grille with mesh inserts, along with the wider wheel arches, while in typical Carlsson style there are a couple of double light units as well as LED DRL on the front spoiler. The exclusive 22-inch alloy wheels come standard, too.

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz CGL45 Royal Last Edition is powered by a 3.0 liter V6 diesel with 314HP (231 kW) and 698Nm (516 lb-ft), which an increase of 46HP and 80Nm over the stock. There’s also an upgrade program for the larger V8 5.5 liter petrol which can develop 441HP (324 kW) and 598 Nm (442 lb-ft).

“With our current eight exclusive partners in China, the Carlsson Carlsson CGL 45 Royal is in demand as a very last edition. All models are already sold, and we will achieve, despite the introduction of the new model the end of the year with a sales increase of 25% for a new Verkaufsbestwert Carlsson CGL45. “, commented Markus Schuster, CEO of Carlsson Autotechnik GmbH.

Carlsson Mercedes-Benz CGL 45 Royal Last Edition

Source: Carlsson

August 7, 2012

Canepa Cadillac CTS-V Wagon Body Kit

Cadillac CTS-V is one of the most aggressive vehicles on the market. It comes with brutal engine, stiffened suspension and big brake system. However, this is not enough that’s why the tuning company Canepa developed a special wide body kit for the Touring car.

The Canepa Cadillac is a bold statement of aggression and grace, strength and purpose. The CTS-Vs dramatic figure has been reinterpreted by Canepa from luxury wagon into a true race-inspired sports machine. Each carefully detailed feature provides graphic evidence of the painstaking engineering and quality that is synonymous with Canepa.

All composite elements are hand-fashioned by the race-trained craftsmen at the Canepa Motorsport facility in Northern California. These stylish additions will instantly add presence, performance, and punch to your Cadillac CTS-V Wagon.

CTS-V Wagon body kit includes:

Canepa Front Spoiler
Canepa Design Front and Rear Fender Flares
Canepa Design Lower Side Skirts

Shipped factory direct from Canepa.

CTS-V is powered by a 6.2 liter supercharged V8 with 564PS (415kW) and 747Nm (551 lb-ft). 0-60mph in 4.0 seconds and top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.

Canepa Cadillac CTS-V Wagon Body Kit

Source: Canepa

August 7, 2012

G-POWER BMW M3 E92 with 720HP

G-Power has announced their latest project again based on BMW M3 E92. This time the sports coupe comes with whopping 720HP thanks to a full engine conversion plus supercharger.

G-Power BMW M3 E92 is powered by a 4.6 liter V8 with supercharger system “Sporty Drive” SKIII. There is also a full titanium exhaust system with carbon tipps with a 23kg weight reduction compared to stock exhaust.

The tuned vehicle also comes with G-POWER coilover suspension CLUBSPORT to minimize the lateral inclination while driving curves. The stance is improved as well as the handling.

The car stands on enormous 20” Silverstone Diamond wheels fitted with Michelin tires for perfect traction.

According to G-Power, this is one of their best conversions and they are more than proud of it.

“Displacement enhancement from 4.0l to 4.6l, 720HP and a lot of fun for our customer!”

Source: G-Power via Facebook

August 7, 2012

2013 Scion FR-S for Takata Racing

For Marketing Cars will prepare a new special 2013 Scion FR-S for Takata Racing, who are dedicated to protecting human life. They began by developing seat belts utilizing the technology found in parachutes. Since then, they continue to develop the newest safety technology and make it available globally. This has been their objective since the beginning and they will remain committed to it.

Originally, the FR-S is powered by a 2.0 liter Subaru Boxer engine with 200HP (147 kW) and 205Nm (151 lb-ft) of torque.

2013 Scion FR-S can be opted with either 6-speed manual gearbox or a 6-speed automatic transmission. The car is designed entirely to bring supreme driving pleasure and this is for sure, especially with a 53 to 47 front-to-rear weight ratio.

The tuned vehicle will come with a new supercharger kit from HKS. The FR-S for Takata Racing will make its official debut at the 2012 SEMA in Toyo Tires booth.

Source: Fox Marketing via Facebook

August 7, 2012

Vorsteiner Adds to the Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG

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The sleek and exciting Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG just got a bit more interesting thanks to the guys at Vorsteiner. Yup, they are back with more carbon fiber than ever. Once glued to the 518 four-door coupe, this kit will represent Vorsteiner’s idea. for a higher state of elegance and performance.

The complete set consists of a front add-on spoiler, a hood grill replacement, fender grill replacements, side skirt panels, a rear lip spoiler (on the trunk) and a rear diffuser – all in carbon. For a more finished look, the Vorsteiner CLS 63 AMG also comes with a choice of 19, 20 and 21-inch forged aluminum wheels, some stainless or titanium sports exhaust pipes for that extra thunder and some custom embroidered floor and trunk mats,

The Mercedes-Benz CLS AMG 63 is the flagship of the range if we don’t count the lunatic one with the AMG performance package. It’s naturally aspirated V8 engine develops 518 hp and 700 Nm of torque. That means a time of 4.4 seconds on the zero to sixty run. That’s pretty impressive, when you consider that inside there’s seating for four, and climate control and a bag of other electric gizmos that add a humongous amount of weight. Will the Vorsteiner Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG fare better or has it been compromised with all those bits sticking out of it? A test drive might help form a decision.

Source: Vorsteiner

August 7, 2012

2013 Arrinera Hussarya – Price $160 000

Arrinera Automotive has announced their new supercar – Hussarya. It is expected to hit the market sometime in 2013 with pricing starting from $160 000.

The car reminds to Pagani Huayra only by name. The shape is something completely different terribly reminding to Gallardo. After this mix, we have to say that beneath the car is a pure Noble featuring high-strength steel chassis, a multi-link, independent suspension which was “designed and optimized” by Noble.

The engine of the supercar is a 6.2 liter naturally aspirated V8 with 650HP (478 kW) and 820Nm (605 lb-ft) of torque. The gearbox is sourced by Graziano, which also has a “finger” in Aventador. Gross weight – 1300 kg (2866 lbs). 0-100 km/h in 3.2 seconds and a top speed of 340 km/h (211 mph).

Stay tuned for more information!

Source: Arrinera

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August 6, 2012

Capristo Lamborghini Aventador Carbon

Capristo Exhaust Systems has announced their latest project based on Lamborghini Aventador.

LP700-4 is powered by a 6.5 liter V12 with 700PS (515 kW) and 690Nm (509 lb-ft). The engine is coupled to a 7-speed ISR gearbox specially supplied by Graziano Trasmissioni Group. The shift time is just 50 milliseconds. The power is put on the road through a Haldex AWD system. 0-100 km/h in 2.9 seconds and a top speed of 350 km/h (217 mph).

The gross weight of the vehicle is 1575 kg (3472 lbs).

This makes Aventador LP700-4 one of the fastest cars on the planet not only in straight line, but at the racetracks, too.

However, this is not enough for Capristo, so with their specially prepared exhaust system, the car is even faster – 1/10th of a second faster than before – 2.8 seconds to 100 km/h and 3 km/h more to the top speed – 353 km/h (219 mph).

Even more pronounced of exchanging plastic components with 100% carbon-fiber one. The overall weight is reduced by 40kg, which mainly affects power-to-weight ratio.

Source: Capristo

August 6, 2012

Volkswagen Golf VI by BBM Motorsport

BBM Motorsport has announced their tuning package for Volkswagen Golf VI GTI. The car gets both styling and performance packages.

The 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol engine is boosted to 275HP (202 kW) and 380Nm (282 lb-ft) of torque. The result is thanks to a new turbocharger and a sports exhaust system. Everything is carefully tuned and tested. on the BBM-Dynojet-power testing station “Leistungsloch.de”.

The tuning company has also added a StopTech braking system including 4-piston calipers and 355×32 mm discs.

KW Club sport-chassis with setup for the Northloop (Nuerburgring) in cooperation with chassis-specialist Bernd Szafranski (former workshop manager of H&R suspension systems who operates only as KW Performance contact in the House BBM Motorsport) company MR Car Design from Erftstadt is responsible.

From Wheels company originate Cornich Challenge rims with 8.5J x 20” ET45 and 5×112-LK with 235/30 R20 tires. The real carbon-coated parts such as hood and mirror caps, the VW-logo, the rear diffuser and the side steps are the input of company blackgold designs for this project.

The car wrapping tools were created in matt blue metallic foil, the sticker bombing of the fender and the orange colored ornament by the CFC-Styling station in Neuss with Marius Kadjer responsible for tuned in and this gave the Golf the actual BBM work recognition factor.

Source: BBM Motorsport

August 6, 2012

2012 Mercedes-Benz G-Class UK Price – £82 945

2012 Mercedes-Benz G-Class had been already presented few months ago and now it will hit the UK market. The luxurious SUV offers a wide range of standard extras and safety equipment.

The 2012 G 350 BlueTEC is priced from £82 945 OTR. It boasts high level standard equipment including new LED daytime running lights and a reworked interior that, for the first time, is fitted with COMAND Online. Also fitted as standard is Parktronic, an audio and visual parking aid and new leather upholstery in conjunction with heated front and rear seats.

A new design of 18” five-spoke alloy wheels, electric folding and heated mirrors, instrument cluster with colour display and a mighty Harman Kardon Logic 7 Surround Sound audio system complete the changes.

The SUV is powered by a new 3.0 litre V6 engine with 211HP (155 kW) and 540Nm (398 lb-ft) of torque from just 1600RPM. The fuel consumption is superb – 25.2 mpg and 295 g/km respectively. The engine is mated to a 7G-TRONIC PLUS automatic transmission as standard.

The new G 63 AMG is priced at £123 115 OTR. Its hand built, bi-turbo 5.5-litre V8 AMG engine delivers 544 HP (400 kW) and 760 Nm (561 lb-ft) of torque – an improvement of 37 HP and 60 Nm over the outgoing G 55 AMG. Despite that, the new V8 sees combined CO₂ emissions reduced by 13% to 322 g/km and combined fuel consumption improved by 15% to 20.5 mpg.

Distinguishing the G 63 AMG from the rest of the G-Class range is a unique AMG radiator grille with twin chrome fins running through the black mesh grille. The changes extend to a set of AMG wheel-arch extensions finished in the vehicle colour, a bespoke AMG sports exhaust system with chromed twin tailpipes and a new 20” five-twin-spoke alloy wheel design in Titanium Grey high-sheen finish.

Inside, the G 63 AMG now features single-tone designo leather trim, an AMG selector lever with leather insets and an embossed AMG emblem, AMG stainless steel illuminated door sill panels complete with AMG lettering and an AMG instrument cluster with colour display. Finally, a powerful Harman Kardon® Logic 7® surround sound system and COMAND Online with Media Interface and DAB radio ensure the G 63 AMG is fitted with the latest in-car enhancements.

In addition, the G 63 AMG comes with the Chrome Package and Exterior Styling Package as standard (optional on the G 350 BlueTEC – £765 and £1,515 respectively).

Despite its focus on performance the G 63 AMG, in common with every new G-Class, is fitted with permanent all-wheel drive, fully engageable differential locks, four wheel Electronic Traction System (4ETS) and a low-range gear reduction to ensure it remains a viable and adept off-road vehicle.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

August 6, 2012

Tramontana XTR – 900HP and 980Nm

Tramontana is a car manufacturer from Spain. They will release the XTR model, which is a successor of the R model. The new XTR will be a two-seater formula-like car with driver positioned in front of the passenger. Both will be enclosed in a glass bubble.

The car is powered by the well-known 5.5 liter bi-turbocharged V12 sourced by Mercedes-Benz. It will be tuned to 900HP (662 kW) and 980Nm (722 lb-ft) of torque. The power is send to the road through an “ultra-rapid competition gearbox” powering the rear wheels. 0-100 km/h in 3.6 seconds and a top speed of 344 km/h (214 mph). The overall weight is 1360kg. However, we expected more from such overpowered vehicle. Hopefully, it will turn hard, because on straight line there are a lot faster vehicles, especially for such price.

The Tramontana XTR starts from $514 000 (€420 000). It is expected to hit the market in the end of this year.

August 6, 2012

MTM tuning package for Audi A6 3.0 BiTDI

MTM has announced their tuning program for the new Audi A6 BiTDI. The 3.0 liter bi-turbocharged V6 diesel has received performance package and the exterior comes with some nice upgrades.

The engine is boosted to 386HP (284 kW) and 780Nm (575 lb-ft) of torque, which is an increase of 69HP (51 kW). This power comes after an ECU re-map, which is done in several hours. The price is €1800, which is not so much for such result. However, for €100 less (€1700) you can get the tamed MTM version with 365HP and 760Nm.

Other performance upgrades are a huge brake system including 380 x 34 mm brake discs with 8-piston calipers for €4 900. There is even bigger one with 405 x 36 mm discs that cost €6 400.

The tuning company also offers different wheel sets ranging from 18” to 20” in diameter. The 8J x 18” set costs €1730 and the huge 9J x 20” cost €5230.

Finally, MTM has installed an F-Cantronic ECU for air suspension that elevates and lowers the A6 3.0 BiTDI on the right level according to the driving- conditions. On the front axle the car can be lowered with 25 mm and on the rear – 20 mm. The air suspension will stabilize the car on standard level if it goes above the mentioned data. The F-Cantronic is mounted in two and a half hours and costs €1740.

Source: MTM

August 6, 2012

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