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Vorsteiner BMW M3 GTRS3 Widebody

Vorsteiner has finally realeased M3 GTRS3, which is just staggering. The car is based on BMW M3 E92, but it is completely rebuilt.

The package of BMW M3 GTRS3 Widebody includes carbon fiber front bumper, carbon fiber wide arch front fenders, carbon fiber extended side skirts, carbon fiber wide arch rear quarter panels, carbon fiber wide arch rear bumper.

There are also clubsport carbon fiber vented hood, VRS aero carbon fiber boot lid, VTS type II Titanium sport exhaust system.

BMW M3 GTRS3 Widebody stands on V-309 three-piece Concave forged wheels fitted with Michelin PS2 ultra-performance tires.

GTRS3

GTRS3 Carbon Fiber Front Bumper with replacement splitter
GTRS3 Carbon Fiber Wide Arch Front Fenders
GTRS3 Carbon Fiber Extended Side skirts
GTRS3 Carbon Fiber Wide Arch Rear Quarter Panels
GTRS3 Carbon Fiber Wide Arch Rear Bumper
GTS3 Clubsport Carbon Fiber Vented Hood
VRS Aero Carbon Fiber Boot Lid
VTS Type II Titanium Sport Exhaust System
V-309 3-Piece Concave Forged Wheels
Michelin PS2 Performance Tires

Source: Vorsteiner

July 4, 2011

Edo BMW M5 E60 Dark Edition

Edo Competition has announced BMW M5 E60 Dark Edition. The tuned vehicle comes with styling and performance upgrades.

The exterior package includes new rear skirt housing four chromed exhaust tips. There are also rear wing and new 20” light alloy wheels with painted centers and Dunlop tires in dimensions 255/35 R20 front and 285/30 R20 rear.

The performance upgrade consists of a sport exhaust system, ECU re-map, high-flow air filters and catalytic converters. The overall power is boosted to 555PS (408 kW) and 560Nm (413 lb-ft). Furthermore, the top speed limiter has been removed, so the new top speed is 305 km/h (190 mph). 0 to 100 km/h takes 4.2 seconds and 100 to 200 km/h takes just 10 seconds. Very good results for a family touring car.

The interior boasts a lot of carbon fiber and precious leather. The high-performance wagon had its speedometer extended to 360 km/h and white dials with a backlit logo were installed as a finishing touch.

All modifications are carried out exclusively at edo competition Motorsport GmbH in Ahlen.

Source: Edo Competition

July 4, 2011

Holden SV Black Edition

Holden Special Vehicles has introduced the SV Black Edition, which is based on the E Series 3 range launched last September. SV Black Edition will be available in ClubSport R8, Maloo R8 and ClubSport R8 Tourer guise.

The exterior is finished in matte black and features nice Vector hood scoops and side vents. The car stands on enormous 20” forged SV Performance alloy wheel finished in gloss black. Performance suspension is also fitted as well as sports exhaust system.

SV Black Edition is powered by a 6.2 liter LS3 V8 with 430PS (318 kW) and a lot of torque.

The interior boasts a unique finish on the console, instrument panel and steering wheel, while special edition sill plates, Onyx leather trim, matte black badging and a subtle lip spoiler on the ClubSport R8 complete the package.

“The SV Black Edition is an exceptional offer. I believe this is one of the best looking limited edition vehicle’s we have ever produced at HSV. The matte black paint outs combined with an all new, forged alloy wheel and subtle badging gives these vehicles a truly unique HSV look. I am confident these limited edition models will become true collectors items. Our Dealer network is excited about the SV Black Edition and will be taking pre-orders from July 1” commented HSV’s General Manager of Sales, Darren Bowler.

Available in Alto Grey, Nitrate, Sting, Heron and, of course, Phantom Black, the build of the SV Black Edition is limited to just 100 ClubSport R8’s, 100 Maloo R8’s and 25 ClubSport R8 Tourer’s. The SV Black Edition is officially on-sale in September.

Source: HSV

July 4, 2011

HAMANN BMW 6-Series Cabrio F12

Hamann Motorsport has officially introduced the styling package for BMW 6 Cabrio F12.

HAMANN F12 stands on enormous 21” alloys wheels in Design Edition Race “Anodized” with high-gloss chrome-plated rim flange, black spokes and titanium screws or Design “Anniversary EVO” wheels in silver or matte black, available in 20” or 21”.

The suspension is lowered with 25mm at the front as well as the rear using progressive suspension springs.

The tuner has also fitted a stainless steel exhaust system consisting of a four-pipe exhaust system with round 90 mm tailpipes and a middle silencer.

The interior boasts aluminium pedals and a footrest, available either in silver or anodized black. There are also black floor mats with a silver Hamman logo.

Hamann F12 will be exhibited at the 64th IAA in Frankfurt this September.

Source: Hamann Motorsport

July 4, 2011

AC Schnitzer BMW X3 F25

AC Schnitzer are ready with their tuning package for the latest BMW X3 – F25 model. The company has developed both styling and performance upgrades.

The exterior package includes a striking front spoiler, the rear roof spoiler and the AC Schnitzer protective film for the rear skirt. All parts are crash tested and approved. The front spoiler keeps its form quite well while allowing for collision absorption of a pedestrian.

The interior boasts AC Schnitzer sports airbag steering wheel, ACS aluminium gear knobs and “Black Line” aluminium cover for the BMW-specific i-Drive system controller. There are also ACS aluminium pedal set and ACS velours foot mats.

AC Schnitzer offers performance upgrade for X3 xDrive20d, which is boosted to 218PS (160 kW), instead of 184PS and the more powerful X3 xDrive30d is currently under development. For the 6-cylinder petrol models 2.8i and 3.5i, an AC Schnitzer sports exhaust made of stainless steel is currently in development

The suspension can be improved with a sports spring kit. There are also several wheel/tire sets – Type VIII forged racing rims in 22”, Type VII racing rims in BiColor or silver in 22”. One-piece rims of Type VI (BiColor), Type VIII (BiColor) and Type IV (BiColor or Silver) are also available in sizes 18”, 19” or 20”, while the forged alloy wheels Type V come in 20”.

Source: AC Schnitzer

July 4, 2011

Citroen DS3 Fuchsia Pink

Citroen created a true iconic car – DS3. The manufacturer has already taken over 100 000 orders for its multi-award winning small car. To celebrate this, Citroen will launch a bold new range of colour schemes and roof designs.

A vibrant Fuchsia Pink roof colour is at the heart of the new DS3 options list – available with matching pink door mirrors, wheel centre caps, dashboard fascia and gearlever knob. Customers can also choose a striking new Hickory Brown pearlescent body colour and two additional Spirit roof designs – Flower and Flavio.

Sales of the DS3 have blossomed since its launch early in 2010 and over 10 000 DS3’s have been sold in the UK alone.

The engine range includes two HDi diesels – with 90bhp and 110bhp. There are also three petrol engines – VTi 95, VTi 120 and THP 150 co-developed with BMW. They are fitted with either 5 or 6 speed manual gearboxes.

The electronic systems will take care about your safety – ABS, ESP, EBD and EBA come in standard with every Citroen DS3.

Source: Citroen

July 4, 2011

Cars in movies – top 5

Each car enthusiast has a movie that makes them smile just thinking of it. You will have the opportunity to read a little more about some of the most cherished cars used in movies.

Number 5

AUDI A8 W12- Transporter 2

This car is taking a serious part in the plot of the movie. Jason Statham needs to chase the bad guys all over the place and the Audi is a serious partner in his mission. The movie is abundant with stunts that the A8 has to perform. Thanks to the massive twelve-cylinder 6.0 liter engine and some driving skill of course, it almost looks easy to do.

Number 4

Nissan Skyline R34- The Fast and the Furious

One of the fastest cars in the world, the dream of the PlayStation generation. The Skylines used in the movie are GTRs but not quite – the purpose of these cars was to draw attention and being all wheel drive, the grip was too much for burnouts and fun. That’s why the Skylines used, had their front driveshafts excised and the magic was done. As you already know the GTRs are claimed 280 hp from the factory, which is ridiculous for a 6 cylinder 2.6 twin-turbo engine. Still one of the two fastest skylines used in the movies is claimed 505 hp, which is enough to do 12 seconds in the quarter mile run. The main car used in the movie has been equipped with HKS tuning parts, JIC’s suspension and 3 NOS bottles, neither of which had something to do with the engine. Being so full of “extras”, AWD and AWS removed, the performance is not quite as what is expected from a skyline though.

Number 3

Mini Cooper S John Cooper Works – The Italian Job

Complicated relations, a lot of money, a lot of thrill and a couple of Mini Coopers as a final touch. In the plot several old friends are trying to get to a huge amount of gold. For the purpose they need small, maneuverable and still fast cars. The Mini Cooper turns out to be the best option for the job. The Aero body kit makes the cars look stunning. Did you know that gasoline-powered vehicles were not allowed in the subway system of LA, that’s why a couple of electric cars were built for these scenes? In total 32 Minis were used in the movie, some of them specially customized to make some of the incredible stunts possible.

Number 2

Volkswagen Beetle – Herbie Fully Loaded

This is a car with a lot of history in the movie world. It has participated in a couple of Disney movies starting in 1968 – The Love Bug. What is strange and interesting about Herbie is that it is almost a human being – has his own thoughts, soul and drives himself. 30 Beetles were used for the footage of the last movie of the series – “Herbie Fully Loaded”. One of the beetles has a 200hp engine that is capable of getting the car to over 135 mph. Unfortunately having all the effects of modern cinema, the car looks normal no more. It moves its bumper, blinks, gives out noises etc. Unlike the first movies from the series, where you could just feel that there was something special about the car, some kind of emotion, without making it look human.

Number 1

Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 ‘Eleanor’ – Gone in Sixty Seconds

The dream machine from “Gone in 60 seconds”. Alike the movie, this car is a true masterpiece and quite a mystery. The car is named Eleanor, but initially the plan was not to use a mustang at all. At first the idea was to have a GT40 grabbing the attention. However, it turned out that building one would cost a fortune even considering what the purpose was. Basically it was all making a car from scratch – literally. The car was first put on paper and then various specialists started creating the separate parts and adapt them to fit the Mustang. What not too many people know is that the side exhausts are not functional and neither are the side air feeds. The car in the movie is shown so fast that the driver was scared of it and would talk to it prior to driving. The car ended up in a private collection, $216 700 were paid for the beauty. Still, there are garages that can build another one for you for some (in) decent amount of money.

July 4, 2011

Ford Performance Vehicle Concept

Ford will exhibit FPV GT Concept at the 2011 Australian International Motor Show in Melbourne. The sinister all-black GT-based FPV concept features a number of bespoke features and design solutions not seen before.

“Taking our iconic FPV GT, we have put together a package of performance and design enhancements to demonstrate what could be done by FPV in the future,”, said Rod Barrett, Ford Performance Vehicles General Manager.

“The black-on-black treatment looks spectacular and it really changes the look of the car, so I’ll be very interested to hear what FPV enthusiasts think.”, he added.

The car is powered by the Boss 5.0 liter V8 with 455PS (335 kW) and a hefty 570Nm (420 lb-ft) of torque. No further technical data is revealed, but you have to expect RWD with LSD and manual gearbox, hopefully.

The FPV stands on enormous 8J x 19” rims at the front and 9.5J x 19” at the rear fitted with Dunlop SP Sportmaxx GT tires. The brakes are decent, too – 6-piston up front and 4-piston for the rear wheels.

The interior boasts black leather trim throughout and an all-black dash treatment that includes the interior command centre (ICC).

Source: Ford

July 4, 2011

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport L’Or Blanc

Bugatti has unveiled Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport L’Or Blanc (“White Gold”) in Berlin. This is a unique model featuring the finest porcelain on its body, as well as in its cabin.

“At first, it seems to be an unusual idea to use porcelain in a car, especially in the world’s fastest convertible,” comments Dr. Stefan Brungs, Director of Sales and Marketing at Bugatti Automobiles.

“But this is what Bugatti stands for: the realization of exceptional ideas whilst striving for the utmost in quality and aesthetics. This allows us to continue Ettore Bugatti’s heritage, who himself loved to experiment with new materials.”, he added.

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport is powered by a 8 liter 16-cylinder quad-turbo engine with 1200hp at 6400 RPM and 1500Nm between 3000 and 5000RPM. The official top speed is 415 km/h and 0 to 100 km/h is just 2.5 seconds. The car made 431 km/h during a test.

The L’Or Blanc is priced at €1 650 000.

Source: Bugatti

June 30, 2011

2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Price – £21 085

Volkswagen will put on sale the new revised Tiguan on 1 July. The prices start from £21 085 and rising to £28 020 for the top-of-range 2.0 TSI 210 PS 4WD DSG 7 Spd model. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is available in both two- and four-wheel drive.

There are four trim levels: S, SE, Sport and Escape. The standard equipment includes – 16” alloy wheels, Climatic air conditioning, DAB radio and alarm.

SE adds 17” alloys, 2Zone electronic air conditioning, Park Assist, iPod and Bluetooth preparation plus Fatigue Detection system.

The Sport versions benefit from a multi-function steering wheel and Bluetooth connectivity, plus chrome plated roof rails, heat insulated and tinted glass from the B-pillar back, sport seats, front fog lights and sports suspension.

The new Escape model features comfort and convenience features including Bluetooth and multi-function steering wheel.

The engine range includes: a twin-charged 1.4-litre TSI with 160 PS, a 2.0-litre TSI with 180 PS and a 2.0-litre TSI with 210 PS. The diesel variants are: a 2.0-litre TDI 110 PS and a 2.0-litre common rail TDI with 140 and 170 PS.

Both the 2.0-litre TDI 110 and 140 PS models, as well as the 1.4-litre TSI 160 PS with two-wheel drive are designated BlueMotion Technology models. As such they feature Stop/Start and battery regeneration systems to enhance fuel economy and reduce emissions.

The options list features: Keyless Entry and Start System, the RNS 315 satellite navigation system, Lane Assist and Light Assist. Also available as an option is XDS electronic differential lock.

Check out the price list, below!

2012 Volkswagen Tiguan line-up:

Trim level	Engine derivative	CO₂, g/km	Price, £ RRP OTR
S	1.4 TSI 160 PS 2WD BMT 6spd man	156	21,085
S	1.4 TSI 160 PS 4WD 6spd man	178	21,990
S	2.0 TDI 110 PS 2WD BMT 6spd man	139	21,730
S	2.0 TDI 140 PS 2WD BMT 6spd man	139	22,280
S	2.0 TDI 140 PS 4WD BMT 6spd man	150	23,280
S	2.0 TDI 140 PS 4WD BMT DSG 7spd	158	24,775

SE	1.4 TSI 160 PS 2WD BMT 6spd man	156	23,450
SE	1.4 TSI 160 PS 4WD 6spd man	178	24,355
SE	2.0 TSI 180 PS 4WD 6spd man	199	25,185
SE	2.0 TSI 180 PS 4WD DSG 7spd	199	26,675
SE	2.0 TDI 140 PS 2WD BMT 6spd man	139	24,645
SE	2.0 TDI 140 PS 4WD BMT 6spd man	150	25,645
SE	2.0 TDI 140 PS 4WD BMT DSG 7spd	158	27,170
SE	2.0 TDI 170 PS 4WD 6spd man	158	26,325

Sport	1.4 TSI 160 PS 2WD BMT 6spd man	156	23,920
Sport	1.4 TSI 160 PS 4WD 6spd man	178	24,825
Sport	2.0 TSI 180 PS 4WD 6spd man	199	25,655
Sport	2.0 TSI 210 PS 4WD 6spd man	199	26,530
Sport	2.0 TSI 210 PS 4WD DSG 7 Spd	199	28,020
Sport	2.0 TDI 140 PS 2WD BMT 6spd man	139	25,115
Sport	2.0 TDI 140 PS 4WD BMT 6spd man	150	26,115
Sport	2.0 TDI 140 PS 4WD BMT DSG 7spd	158	27,640
Sport	2.0 TDI 170 PS 4WD 6spd man	158	26,795

Escape	2.0 TDI 140 PS 4WD BMT 6spd man	150	25,840
Escape	2.0 TDI 140 PS 4WD BMT DSG 7spd	158	27,335

Source: Volkswagen

June 30, 2011

2012 Fiat 500 TwinAir

Fiat has announced TwinAir version in the popular 500 city car line-up. The TwinAir cars will attract new customers to the Fiat 500 family with their sporty and assertive appearance.

2012 Fiat 500 TwinAir includes black alloy wheels, burnished metal effects on dashboard and front and rear mouldings, spoiler, chrome exhaust pipe and sports seats.

The engine is the well-known 0.9 litre TwinAir with 85HP and a 95g/km of CO_2,which means that is one of the few cars entitled to travel across London without incurring the capital’s congestion charge.

The TwinAir range will come in both 500 (hatchback) and 500C (convertible) versions and will only be available in vibrant colours such as Pearlescent Red, Tropicalia Yellow and Electroclash Grey. A special colour, Midnight Black, is available only on the TwinAir Plus model.

The new range starts at £11 600 OTR for the TwinAir, rising to £12 700 for the TwinAir Plus.

2012 Fiat 500:

TwinAir:

Sporty looking mouldings and metallic effect dashboard

Sport kit (chrome exhaust pipe, spoiler)

Sport seats

Black interior surround

15-inch matt black alloy wheels

Air conditioning

TwinAir Plus:

Adds the following specification over the TwinAir trim:

16-inch matt black alloy wheels

Automatic climate control instead of air conditioning

Blue&Me

Sport leather steering wheel with eight commands

Leather gear knob

Dark tinted windows

Body coloured door mirrors

2012 Fiat 500 TwinAir

Source: Fiat

June 30, 2011

Audi R8 V8 Limited Edition

Audi has announced the R8 V8 Limited Edition to celebrate their 10^th victory at Le Mans 24 hours. The first victory was back in 2000, when the R8 sports prototype made it first across the final. The new feature-rich special edition road car is based on the hugely successful R8 V8 Coupe. There will be just 100 units specially created for the UK market.

The Limited Edition gets an exclusive titanium effect paint finish, Titanium finish 19” 5-arm double-spoke Y design alloy wheels fitted with ultra-performance tires. There are also red brake calipers and an optional Carbon Package consisting of carbon sigma sideblades, door mirrors, door sill trims and an engine bay surround frame.

The interior boasts Black Fine Nappa Leather-upholstered seats and headrests as weel as in crimson red trim accents.

Audi R8 V8 Limited Edition is powered by a mid-mounted 4.2 litre eight-cylinder FSI engine with 430P. 0 to 100 km/h takes 4.6 seconds in both manual and R tronic automated manual versions. The top speed is 301 km/h (187 mph). The red line – 8250 RPM.

Audi R8 V8 Limited Edition will be available to order from July. The price is as brutal as the car itself – £93 935 OTR.

Source: Audi

June 29, 2011

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