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Carlsson Mercedes-Benz SLK Race Car

Carlsson has developed a unique race car based on Mercedes-Benz SLK. The name of the project is Carlsson SLK 340 JUDD.

The curb weight of the sports car is just 780kg, which is achieved thanks to an ultra-lightweight body kit made of carbon fiber. The aerodynamic components have been tested extensively, even in a wind tunnel, to connect a spectacular look with a perfect downforce.

“We developed the design over a long period of time and with lots of feeling. We are proud of the awesome look. As an engineer, it is a pleasure to contribute to such a project, and we can show everything that is technically possible in the vehicle in cooperation with Carlsson”, commented Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Markus Schuster, Managing Director of Carlsson Germany.

The engine is a 3.4 liter V8 with 610HP (449 kW) and 430Nm (319 lb-ft) of torque. The engine weighs just 120kg. The gearbox is a Hewland with a paddle shift.

A 3-way adjustable KW competition suspension ensures optimum road holding for the race car on BBS racing wheels – 10J x 18” front and 13J x 18” rear fitted with AVON tires. The brake system of ultralight materials saves additional weight. Maximum support and maximum safety are guaranteed by newly developed racing seats from Fibreworks.

Last, but not least a complex safety cage has been installed which meets all relevant international requirements.

Source: Carlsson

January 23, 2013

Mercedes Benz SLK by Carlsson

Another Carlsson gem at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show – the Carlsson Mercedes-Benz SLK will showcase all there is to showcase in exclusive accessories. The interior has been adorned with some Nappa leather, the exterior with some aerodynamic bits and pieces along with some wheels and there’s a performance upgrade for that extra punch.

Additional power comes from something called CB25 S. It’s a package for the SLK engine. Alongside a C-Tronic additional control unit from Carlsson’s Plug-and-Drive series, the kit also sees a new, larger intercooler. At the end of the day we have 176 kW (239 BHP) rushing out as apocalyptic thunder from the flow-optimized, stainless steel rear muffler.

Visually, the Carlsson SLK harbors an aerodynamic package similar to the one found in the AMG sports package. At the front there’s a Carlsson bumper with an RS lip spoiler made from carbon. Grille inserts made from electro-polished stainless steel replace the plastic honeycomb grille found in the front skirt of the series model. At the back we also have a new skirt insert along with the diffuser and a trunk lip spoiler. Thanks to a suspension tweak, the SLK sits lower by 30 mm on a set of Carlsson light metal alloy wheels measuring 8.5 x 19 inches at the front axle and 9.5 x 19 inches on the rear.

Inside a hand-stitched Nappa leather festival opens up as you step in. It’s called the Carlsson Signature Line and no matter what the temperature, the natural and exclusive material on the seats constantly assimilates to the temperature of your own body. In case you forget, Carlsson have scattered numerous reminders that this car is their child – Carlsson pedal overlays, Carlsson footrests, Carlsson door locking pins made from brushed aluminum, door sill panels and the glass wind deflector with the laser-printed Carlsson logo.

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March 2, 2012

Carlsson Mercedes-Benz S-Class W221

Carlsson has announced the new tuning program for the Mercedes S Class type W221. It includes both performance and styling packages.

The Carlsson Mercedes S600 L is powered by V12 bi-turbo engine tuned to 600PS (441 kW) and 1024Nm of torque. The result is thanks to an ECU re-map, a sports air filter and a sport exhaust system. 0 to 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds and top speed of 320 km/h (199 mph).

Carlsson also offers tuning programs for all engine of the flagship, including V6,V 8, and V12 cylinder power units, together with the diesel models. The most powerful Carlsson Mercedes S63 AMG boasts whopping 685PS (504 kW).

The aerodynamics package includes a front spoiler lip featuring the tuner’s logo, electro-polished stainless steel front grille inserts, side skirts, a rear apron and spoiler.

The Mercedes S Class from Carlsson stands on the C-Tronic SUSPENSION that lowers the ride height by 30 mm and 20” light alloy wheels fitted with high-performance Dunlop tires.

The interior boasts leather upholstery and illuminated door sills.

Source: Carlsson

July 25, 2011

2012 Carlsson Mercedes-Benz SLK

Carlsson have been making tuning packages for Mercedes-Benz models since 90’s. Now they have prepared a styling program for the latest 2012 SLK. This car is probably the finest roadster in manufacturer’s history. Still, Carlsson further personalised the stylish vehicle. What is more, they also offer performance packages for the new CGI engines.

The aerodynamics package includes a front spoiler and rear apron insert (for cars with the AMG sports package) – 620 Euro each. There are also new front spoiler lip RS – 549 Euro, optional in real carbon, while the grille inserts made from electropolished stainless steel – 449 Euro.

The stainless steel sports silencer with two stainless steel pipes left and right in the typical oval Carlsson shape is priced at 1298 Euro.

The performance packages are available for SLK 200 CGI boosted up to 224PS (165 kW) or 211PS (155 kW) – 1190 Euro; SLK 250 CGI with 239PS (176 kW), instead of factory’s 204PS (150 kW) – 1690 Euro.

Carlsson 2012 SLK is lowered with up to 30 mm – 309 Euro, and for perfect stance, it stands on 18” to 20” exclusive alloy wheels – the set starts from 1930 Euro.

The interior boasts a choice of leathers that include Carlsson Nappa, Carlsson Nappa Exclusive and Carlsson Nappa Exclusive Heavy Weight. A basic package consisting of the upholstering of two seats, the headrests and the insides of the doors and are available from 3900 Euro including fitting. Carlsson also adds brushed-aluminum pedal pads with its own logos, as well as its own gear shifter. Accent trims come in “Alcantara appliques”, carbon or fine wood inserts.

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June 17, 2011

Carlsson Mercedes-Benz E-class Cabriolet

Carlsson has announced the special styling and peformance packages for the latest Mercedes-Benz E class Cabriolet. The luxury open-top received unique exterior as well as 20 per cent more power and some fine touches for the interior.

The perfromance package includes the additional ECU C-Tronic® DIESEL POWER, which is plug-and-play device boosting the V6 diesel engine from 231PS (170 kW) to 280PS (206 kW) and the torque is 648Nm, instead of 540Nm. The ECU CD35 REVO for the Mercedes 350 CDI engines is delivered by Carlsson as a completely retrofittable solution inclusive of all materials for connections and montage. The price is 1784 Euro.

The tuning company also offers sport end mufflers with the two double-walled stainless steel end tubes. They priced at 2319 Euro.

The styling package includes the new aerodynamic package consisting of a front spoiler – 594 Euro and a front spoiler lip RS for 629 Euro. The rear spoiler is priced at 475 Euro.

The suspension upgrade includes sports springs for 355 Euro. These lower the Mercedes-Cabriolet with 30 mm and significantly improve the stance of the car.

Carlsson Mercedes-Benz E-class Cabriolet stands on either classic 16-spoke wheels in 18”, or 1/5 REVO again in 18” and big 1/10 Ultra light 20” alloys. The set fitted with brand new tires starts at 2712 Euro.

Inside, the tuned Merc can be individualised with automatic gear shift lever in leather and Alcantara – 213 Euro, aluminium door pins – 58 Euro, the soft velvet doormats with the Carlsson logo – 154 Euro and aluminium pedals together with footrests – 282 Euro.

Carlsson delivers all products with certificates by the German Technical Control Board (TÜV), so that these can be entered without any problems in the vehicle documents.

Carlsson Mercedes Benz E 350 CDI Cabriolet

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May 2, 2011

Carlsson Mercedes CLS63 AMG

The latest Mercedes CLS class is simply staggering car. However, Carlsson has turned it into something spectacular.

The tuning company added a body kit including carbon fiber front spoiler lip, stainless steel grille inserts, rear spoiler and a new rear apron with an integrated diffuser. (more…)

February 25, 2011

Carlsson tuning package for Smart Fortwo Coupe and Convertible

Carlsson now offers tuning package for the practical Smart Fortwo Coupe and Convertible versions. The improvements include LED daytime running lights, exclusive leather packages, a superb audio system and some slight touches to the exterior and the interior.

At the front, Carlsson Smart features two black radiator grill inserts of powder-coated stainless steel above and below – 153 Euro. Furthermore, the small car has LED daytime running lights to get even more individuality. (more…)

August 4, 2010

Mercedes-Benz E-class by Carlsson: World Premiere at the Tuning World Bodensee

The new E-class by Carlsson celebrates its world premiere at the Tuning World Bodensee in Friedrichshafen from April 30th until May 3rd 2009. With the new E-class, the automobile manufacturer has combined sportiness and elegance to a harmonic symbiosis. (more…)

April 25, 2009

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