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2006 Lamborghini Concept S is Going for an Auction

2006 Lamborghini Concept S, chassis 001 goes on sale! I am sure, that there isn’t a Lambo fan, that doesn’t know about this vehicle, but still let’s remind you, that this is a really special model, first introduced at Geneva back in 2005. The Concept includes some interesting lines and features, but the main thing is that it is a sort of extreme interpretation of an open-top Lamborghini Gallardo. Furthermore, the audience at the show was so interested in the vehicle, that it demanded for a functional version. That’s what I call game-changer.

Vox populi vox Dei (the voice of the people is the voice of God). The fully operable version was unveiled at the Concorso Italiano the next year and remained true to the concept. Except it was even more powerful. It also includes some slight differences in the design, compared to the original: “saute-vent” windscreens, redesigned homologation and sort of “spine”, that runs throughout all the length of the Lamborghini.

2006 Lamborghini Concept S

Originally the Concept S was planned for a limited run, but soon the manufacturer changed its mind due logical reasons: the crafting process of the Lamborghini model was time-consuming and at high cost. So, the vehicle brand ended up with only chassis 001. It became so popular, that it was shown all around the world, including twice at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Now the vehicle is fully operating and street legal and comes to the sale with only 180 km (111.8 miles) driven.

The Lamborghini Concept S will be sold by RM Sotheby’s, the world’s largest collector car auction house. Something more. The well-known auction house will participate for the second iteration of the Art Automobiles sale event. And as any other, the show will include finest selection of vehicles, especially chosen for their rarity, significance, engineering and of course overall performance. And as you might have already guessed it, the Lamborghini Concept S will also be among the special vehicles.

2006 Lamborghini Concept S

Estimated cost of 2006 Lamborghini is $3,000,000

Source: RM Sotheby’s

July 13, 2015

2015 Volkswagen Golf Concept Shows What Confidence Means

Volkswagen demonstrates a special concept vehicle, based on the seventh generation Golf. It is a 330 hp (242 kW) machine, constructed with accordance of all TCR regulations. And in order to accelerate the creation of the vehicle, the Golf concept will be tested in special conditions before and after the upcoming 2016 race season. Furthermore, Volkswagen, along with their partner Liqui Moly Team Engstler will run two vehicles at the 8th round of Touringcar Racer International Series (TCR) at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg.

Golf Concept and its offerings

Now, let’s talk about the vehicle itself. At first sight the Golf Concept looks confident, massive and ready for the track. Just look at the widened front and rear and you will know what I mean. Obviously the Volkswagen team went for fully sporty affair without any compromises. They didn’t even make any graphics or anything alike. The engineering team decided to focus on the widened with 40 centimeters chassis, the rear wing and the overall aerodynamic body. The inside also follows this particular sporty affair with its enforced cabin, head protector and safety tank. Sport, sport, sport. And again sport.

Drivetrain system

The heart of the Golf Concept is a mighty four-cylinder powerplant, DSG gearbox and especially designed racing chassis. Definitely Volkswagen team didn’t go only for visual effects. Furthermore, the MQB platform also offers extended list of goodies and upgrades. The 2.0-liter engine with direct injection is in fact, the top sport model from the Golf R and produces a total of 330 hp (243 kW) and 410 Nm of torque.

And now, in order to finish quickly its development, the Golf Concept will be tested in numerous road conditions and will remain throughout all the four weeks in the TCR series. Furthermore, the Liqui Moly Team Engstler will take care for running the car during the remaining tests.

2015 Volkswagen Golf Concept

Another Concept and another occasion for celebration. The vehicle really looks good, confident and we also expect some nice race results. But this will be tested by time itself.

Source: Volkswagen

July 10, 2015

Lexus Unveils Another Sporty Concept Vehicle

Lexus prepares for the Time Attack competition at the Pikes Peak Hill Climb. Something more, the luxurious brand will demonstrate the special and unique RC F GT Concept. The vehicle is especially designed and based on the IS F CCS-R model, that competed at Pikes Peak back in 2013. The event itself is really popular and in its core is a race battle with the clock. But along with the best times, the judges will also choose the winner and for his abilities. Reaction, confidence and smooth ride are also part of the competition.

But the RC F GT Concept is not only a competition vehicle. It also represents a pivotal piece of the Lexus F, along with the upcoming GT3 program. Pretty similar to the IS F CCS-R units, whose role in motorsport helped the development of key components, the GT Concept program will continue to improve the F brand’s mission. This will also allow Lexus engineers to try out some interesting ideas, that might happen to be the right ones.

The concept itself

With a focused race attitude, the RCF GT comes with numerous changes, compared to the street model. The Concept weights about 800 lbs. But it also retains the same engine and transmission. And with the concept vehicle, engineers can test the engine, transmission and chassis and can think of some changes and tuning ideas, that can make the car even better. So, here is a list with full information about the car itself:

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Curb weight	3130 lbs. (1420 kgs.)
Engine displacement	5.0 Liter
Horsepower/torque	467+ Hp at 7100 rpm/ 390+ lbs.-ft at 4800 rpm
Transmission	8-speed automatic with manual shifting mode
Wheelbase	107.4 inches (2730 mm)
Overall Length	189.2 inches (4805 mm)
Overall Width	77.8 inches (1915 mm)
Overall Height	53.4 (1357 mm)
Weight Reduction	Carbon fiber construction of: hood, roof, trunk lid, door panels, front and rear over fenders, front canards, rear spoiler, interior trim and dashboard. Polycarbonate window.
Tires	Yokohama ADVAN Neova AD08R 265/40R18 Yokohama ADVAN A005 280/680R18

Source: Lexus

June 23, 2015

Lada Has in Mind a Supercar Concept? [VIDEO]

Have you heard about the Lada brand? If you have, then you are probably coming from Russia or Eastern-Europe. The cars of this brand were famous (and still are) for their durability, rigidness, tough handling and dynamics. We won’t discuss the looks of the cars, just google them and make your own judgment. In 2012 we have seen that the company was revived and is now proudly part of Renault-Nissan alliance which is world’s fourth-largest automobile manufacturer.

What we were longing to see was a special Lada concept and we are not talking about the X-Ray, but something taken to the extremes. Our wish was granted, since we have stumbled upon a very interesting project made by the designer Dmitry Lazarev.

We present you the Lada Raven supercar concept that has literally outlandish visuals! Just take a look at the huge “gaping” grilles at the front complemented by massive vents out the tail. You surely have noticed the enormous wheel arches and the incredibly aerodynamic design.

It definitely does not have in common anything with the previous models, except for the badge that signifies that this car is a Lada. And this is what we really like about it. Although there aren’t any engineering data included, it seems that the design is more likely to be connected with a mid-engine.

What we hope is to see something more powerful than the engines included in the current Lada range. It is still under question whether this car will be actually built or will stay in a render form only. The rumors however hint to a positive outcome.

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Video Source: YouTube

Source: Dmitry Lazarev via Google+

February 26, 2015

Peugeot Quartz Concept – Ultra-Athletic Crossover

Peugeot has presented the interesting Quartz Hybrid Crossover Concept. The vehicle is expected to make its official public debut at the Paris Motor Show, next month. Peugeot Quartz Concept is designed to present the future imagination of the French manufacturer for the SUV models.

Quartz boasts a set of enormous 23” alloy wheels as well as a huge body – 4.5 meters in length and 2.06 meters in width. It features composite structure and bonded body panels to save weight. Since the model doesn’t have B-pillars, it will be fitted with scissor doors, which will boost the concept’s presence.

The engine is a 1.6 liter THP turbocharged petrol with 270HP (198 kW) and 330Nm (243 lb-ft) powering the rear wheels, while the front are powered by an electric motor – 115HP (85 kW) charged by a battery pack positioned into the floor of the vehicle. At the back there’s another 115HP (85 kW)electric motor for propulsion and battery charging.

The Quartz offers an all-electric range of 50 km (31 miles). There is also a Road mode as well as Race mode unleashing the maximum power of the vehicle.

The interior of the vehicle boasts i-Cockpit design with a small steering wheel with built-in controls for shifting gears as well as changing driving modes. There are four bucket seats for occupants and retractable harness.

The Peugeot Quartz concept will be exhibited from 4^th October at the 2014 Paris Motor Show.

Source: Peugeot

September 18, 2014

Renault Alpine A110-50 Concept

Renault has teamed up with Caterham to work on a production model of Alpine A110-50 Concept. The idea for the supercar was presented in May 2012 and the model will actually go in production in 2015 and first deliveries will commence in 2016.

The chief design of Renault – Laurens van den Acker commented that the vehicle’s styling has been completed and there is a hope for a sub-brand of Alpine models to come out in the next year. No further details are announced for the model, but Renaultsport’s chief – Patrice Ratti said that the Alpine supercar will be “more about driving pleasure than pure power”.

It is also known that the car’s official design will not have anything in common with the A110-50 concept. Still, new engineering mules are expected to start tests in a short period of time and we can get slight idea of how the car is going to look like.

The engine can be taken from Renault Megane RS – a 2.0 liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine with 275HP (202 kW) at 5,500RPM and 360Nm (265 lb-ft) of torque at 3,000RPM. It probably will be tuned to around 300HP and 400Nm, which combined with ultra-low weight and rear wheel drive will satisfy the demands of petrol heads.

Stay tuned!

Source: Renault

September 2, 2014

Skoda CitiJet Concept at Goodwood

Skoda is going to present the CitiJet Concept at the 2014 Goodwood Festival of Speed (starting today). The small open-top car is designed and built by 16 apprentices under the guidance of Jozef Kaban, Head of Skoda Design, who challenged the team to build their dream car. Obviously, the dreams of the apprentices don’t include a powerful engine and epic sound from the exhaust system.

Skoda CitiJet is a striking cabriolet that combines a host of innovations and unique design features.

The exterior features distinctive two-tone metallic paintwork, 16” wheels and a hand-crafted rear spoiler. The interior boasts a red-stitched, leather-trimmed steering wheel, bespoke seat trim and a dashboard panel finished in white and red. Completing the interior package is a 300 watt sound system and music-reactive LED lighting.

No words about engine, but since the CitiJet is in the same segment as the Citigo, it will obviously get a 1.0 liter MPI petrol with either 60HP (44 kW) or 75HP (55 kW). The engine is available with either 5-speed manual or an automated-shift gearbox (ASG). The fuel consumption will be around 4.1 liters / 100 km with CO2 emissions of below 100 g/km.

As in previous years, Skoda will be the main attraction at the Forest Rally Stage. The brand’s legendary Fabia S2000 – the most successful rally car of the Super 2000 era – will be demonstrating its remarkable talents on the Skoda-supported 1.7-mile Forest Rally Stage.

Source: Skoda

June 26, 2014

Qoros 9 Sedan Concept

Qoros has already presented several models as the 3 Sedan is currently on sale in China and Slovakia. The 3 Hatch model will be also available on the market in a couple of months. Now, the manufacturer has presented the Qoros 9 Sedan Concept, which displays a next-generation interpretation of Qoros’ pioneering New Premium philosophy.

The Qoros 9 Sedan Concept boasts clean horizontal lines and generous proportions. The vehicle features modern and distinctive look as well as some new technologies. The side profile is elegant and powerful, with a bluff leading edge and coupe-like rear end. There is also a trapezoidal grille with a chrome surround, flanked by powerful LED Xenon headlamps and fog lamps.

The Qoros 9 Sedan Concept has no traditional door mirrors; instead, a high-definition rear-view camera is discreetly integrated into the LED side indicator repeater module just below the base of each A-pillar. Perforated and diamond-cut eight-spoke 19-inch alloy wheels exude dynamism and a premium feel.

“Qoros is a rapidly growing brand and we are dedicated to helping and educating young, up-and-coming talent. Finding the very best talent will be a crucial success factor for our company in the future. Jihoon is the eighth design intern we have welcomed at Qoros in just the past few years and we will continue to offer internships to the brightest students.”, commented Qoros’ Executive Director of Design, Gert Volker Hildebrand.

“Our internship programme also allows us to give something back, offering the same opportunity today that many of us in the Qoros design team benefited from when we were students or working in our earliest days in automotive design. Jihoon is a very talented young designer and it’s been our pleasure to be involved in helping him on the first steps of his career,” added Hildebrand.

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Source: Qoros

June 18, 2014

Nissan Vision Gran Turismo Concept

Nissan has published a new picture of Vision Gran Turismo Concept on Twitter. The Japan manufacturer didn’t release any further information, but the interesting sports car resembles a GT-R from the future.

There is a strange V-motion front fascia and slender headlights. The huge air-intakes are going to deliver enough air for the expected extremely powerful engine, which will power the upcoming Nissan GT-R. It is rumored to have over 800HP (588 kW), which is considerably more than the current most powerful version – Nismo having 600HP.

The drivetrain of the new Nissan GT-R will consist of the well-known VR38DETT 3.8 liter twin-turbo V6 engine and an electric motor. Of course, a KERS-like system will be installed thanks to Williams F1 Team.

The Vision Gran Turismo Concept boasts a double bubble roof flowing into the rear end. There are also aggressive side skirts and huge five-spoke alloy wheels probably measuring 20” or 21”.

Nissan will unveil more information on June 16^th as well as more pictures and details.

Stay tuned!

Source: Nissan

June 11, 2014

Volkswagen GTI Roadster Concept at 2014 Worthersee

Worthersee GTI meeting in Austria will be the place where VW reveals the GTI Roadster concept.

The concept was first presented virtually in the Sony PlayStation 3 game Gran Tourismo 6. It is a product of the cooperation of three VW designers who won the in-house competition designing a vehicle to celebrate the fifteenth anniversary of the GT-game.

The virtual car was first shown on 26 May and a few days later VW decided to present it at the annual GTI-fans gathering (18-31 May).

The design is more extreme than the normal GTI’s. The Roadster version has 2494 mm wheelbase (137 mm shorter than the regular GTI), 1090 mm height and 1894 mm width. The overall length is 4158 mm. What a jaw-dropping proportions

GTI Roadster is powered by 3.0-litre V6 bi-turbo engine which produces more than 500 h.p. and 560 Nm of torque @ 4000-6000 rpm. Thank to the twin-turbo technology some 500 Nm are available at just 2000 rpm. This engine power is transferred to the wheels via 7-speed DSG gearbox and 4MOTION all-wheel drive system. This 1420 kilos of car runs from zero to a hundred km/h for just 3.6 seconds and on full throttle it can do more than 300 km/h.

For a better handling, more stability and good vision it has 20×8,5j wheels with 235/34 tyres at the front and 20×9,5J with 275/30 at the back. Behind these rims are hidden ceramic brakes for proper decelerating force.

For all the Gran Tourismo fans the concept is colored in Gran Tourismo Red. The interior includes black and anthracite sections with the contrasted GTI red stitching.

We hope that VW’s plans will let us see the production version on the streets, not only in the virtual world of GT6.

Source: Volkswagen

May 30, 2014

Seat Ibiza Cupster Concept at Worthersee

Seat is currently exhibiting the interesting Ibiza Cupster Concept at 2014 Worthersee Motor Show. The two-seat roadster is designed to celebrate the Ibiza’s 30^th anniversary.

Outside, the Cupster Concept comes a new striking orange paint job and 18” alloy wheels. All windows are chopped including the front windshield. The rear end is unique and features centrally-mounted exhaust tip.

Inside, the one-off model features black Alcantara racing seats and a new steering wheel giving unique sporty feeling. The interior is purist and based on the Ibiza race cars from the Ibiza Trophy run in several European countries.

Seat Ibiza Cupster is powered by a 1.4 liter TSI four-cylinder engine with 180HP (132 kW) and 250Nm (184 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to a 7-speed DSG. 0-100 km/h in 7.0 seconds and a top speed of over 220 km/h (138 mph).

“With its flat silhouette, powerful proportions and low seating position, the Cupster is the resolute embodiment of Seat’s dynamic brand values. In design and in sporting character, the Cupster is the ultimate Ibiza variant – and it delivers driving joy in its purest form.”, commented Seat’s Vice President of Research and Development, Dr. Matthias Rabe.

Source: Seat

May 29, 2014

Skoda Yeti Xtreme Concept at Worthersee

Skoda has unveiled the Yeti Xtreme Concept at Worthersee 2014. The impressive crossover comes with a number of modifications including rugged exterior and sporty interior. It is described as a “crisp and robust interpretation of the popular compact SUV”.

Outside, Yeti Xtreme comes with a matte grey paint job, different bumpers, redesigned side skirts and extended fenders. There are also some yellow and green accents, a dual exhaust system and 17” alloy wheels with off-road tires.

The interior features four Recaro sports seats including four-point harnesses, Alcantara upholstery and a flat-bottomed sport steering wheel. There are also carbon fiber door panels, a rear-mounted spare tire and a custom center console with a fire extinguisher, seatbelt cutter and an iPad dock station.

Skoda Yeti Xtreme is powered by a 1.8 liter TSI four-cylinder engine – 150HP (110 kW) and 250Nm (184 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to a 6-speed DSG transmission sending the power to an AWD system. 0-100 km/h in 9.0 seconds and a top speed of 192 km/h (120 mph).

Source: Skoda

May 29, 2014

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