Brabus 800 – Automobiles Review

Brabus 800 Roadster – 800HP and 1420Nm

Brabus has introduced the stunning 800 Roadster, which is based on the new powerful SL 65 AMG. The 800 Roadster comes with both – styling and performance modifications. It will be exhibited at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show, next week.

The 6.0 liter AMG V12 bi-turbo is boosted to whopping 800HP (588 kW) and 1,420Nm (1,047 lb-ft) of torque. However, the torque is restricted to “just” 1,100Nm, because of possible transmission failure.

0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of mind-blowing 350 km/h (217 mph). This is 0.3 seconds faster than normal variant and 100 km/h more in top speed.

The exterior boasts complete aerodynamics package, which has been developed in the wind tunnel. All components made of carbon fiber fit perfectly to the factory AMG package. They are finished in either matte or glossy finish matching body’s color.

The 800 Roadster rolls 20” alloy wheels fitted with 255/30 ZR20 and 305/25 ZR20 (front/rear) high-performance tires. For maximum traction, Brabus can fit the car with a LSD (limited-slip differential).

BRABUS adds even more luxury and custom features to the two-seat interior upon request as well. The product portfolio ranges from scuff plates with backlit BRABUS logo and a speedometer with 360-km/h dial (220 mph) to carbon-fiber and wood trim sets in any color imaginable and with a variety of surface finishes.

The company upholstery shop crafts exquisite BRABUS interiors from especially soft yet durable BRABUS Mastik leather and Alcantara.

Source: Brabus

February 26, 2013

Brabus 800 Widestar at the 2013 Qatar Motor Show

Brabus 800 Widestar is based on the new Mercedes G 65 AMG. It comes with complete aerodynamics package, big wheels, lowered suspension and awesome performance upgrade.

The 6.0 liter V12 Bi-turbo is boosted to 800HP (588 kW) at 5,500RPM and 1,420Nm (1,047 lb-ft) of torque at just 2,100RPM. However, the peak torque is limited electronically to 1,100 Nm (811 lb-ft) to prevent transmission problems. The engine is mated to a 7-speed automatic gearbox.

0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited. Without the limiter the high-performance off-roader would be capable of reaching a speed of 270 km/h (168 mph).

The exterior comes with optional BRABUS WIDESTAR wide-body kit including fender flares, front spoiler added to the production fascia, BRABUS rear fascia, BRABUS roof spoiler and BRABUS logos integrated into both sides of the SUV. The integrated air vents and the BRABUS attachment components on the doors add further striking highlights when viewed from the side.

The widened wheel wells provide space for BRABUS forged wheels with a diameter of 23”. There are three BRABUS “Platinum Edition” 11J x 23” wheels to choose from: In addition to the popular Monoblock E evo and Monoblock F “Platinum Edition” designs, there is now also the BRABUS Monoblock R “Platinum Edition” forged wheel. This design has nine double spokes arranged in two matt titanium and fully polished plains. It is fitted with high-performance tires in size 305/35 R 23 from BRABUS technology partners Continental, Pirelli or YOKOHAMA.

Another BRABUS high-tech feature is the Ride Control suspension developed in cooperation with technology partner BILSTEIN. An aluminum button sporting the BRABUS logo on the center console lets the driver manually choose between two setups for the two-way electrically adjustable shock absorbers. In comfort mode the off-roader provides exemplary ride comfort that even surpasses the production car. At higher speeds and for a spirited driving style the firmer sports setting offers more dynamic handling and even further increased safety reserves.

The interior of the G 65 AMG can be custom-tailored to the owner’s personal preferences in the BRABUS upholstery shop. The choice of colors for the especially softy and breathable BRABUS Mastik leather and the fine Alcantara is virtually limitless. Just as boundless is the selection of upholstery designs and the variety of exclusive wood or carbon-fiber inlays. In this area as well BRABUS can fulfill special color requests and designs, including wood inlays in an especially exclusive yachting design.

The BRABUS product range also includes stainless-steel scuff plates with backlit BRABUS logo and further attractive accessories such as high-quality velour floor mats and BRABUS aluminum pedals and door-lock pins.

Source: Brabus

January 30, 2013

BRABUS 800 E V12 Cabriolet

Brabus has released a stunning tuning package for the latest E-class Cabriolet. The name of the project is BRABUS 800 E V12 Cabriolet and as you may suggest it is just staggering.

It is powered by a 6.3 liter V12 Bi-turbo based on the three-valve engine of the current Mercedes S 600 model. Further modifications to the engine’s inner workings include cylinder heads optimized for mixture flow and sports camshafts.

The results – 800PS (588 kW) at 5500RPM and a whopping 1420Nm (1047 lb-ft) of torque, limited electronically in the car to 1 100 Nm (811 lb-ft). 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds, to 200 km/h in 9.9 seconds and the 300 km/h mark is reached in 23.9 seconds. Depending on the final-drive ratio the BRABUS 800 E V12 Cabriolet has a top speed of up to 370 km/h (231 mph). This is officially the world’s most powerful and fastest four-seater cabriolet.

The exterior is completely revised – all BRABUS aerodynamic-enhancement components were fine-tuned in the wind tunnel, and like in Formula 1 racing they are made from ultra-light yet high-strength carbon fiber.

The car stands on ultra-wide 9.5J x 19” wheels mounted with size 265/30 ZR 19 tires. At the rear, special carbon-fiber fender flares add 60 mm (2.4 inches) to the width of the BRABUS E V12 Cabriolet. They create space for 10J x 19” wheels mounted with high-performance tires up to size 295/30 ZR 19, supplied by technology partners Continental, Pirelli or YOKOHAMA.
The suspension was developed together with Bilstein and features ten selectable settings for bound and rebound front and back. The ride height can also be adjusted by up to 35 mm to suit each driver’s personal preferences.

The high-performance brake system includes 380 x 37 mm vented and grooved steel brake discs and 12-piston aluminum fixed calipers on the front axle and 360 x 28 mm discs with 6-piston aluminum fixed calipers.

The interior matches to the exterior completely. The cockpit is clad in a perfectly finished combination of lipstick-red and black leather. The ergonomically shaped BRABUS steering wheel and inlays made from genuine carbon fiber on dashboard, center console and side trim add sporty highlights. The speedometer with 400-km/h (250-mph) dial bears witness to the unique performance potential of the open-top four-seater car even while it is standing still.

BRABUS 800 E V12 Cabriolet is priced at EUR 478 000.