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Contrast is Everywhere. Including Vorsteiner BMW M3 E92

Vorsteiner BMW M3 E92 Front View Vorsteiner decided to make some magic to the BMW M3 E92 model. The particular car they have worked with comes in the classic Alpine White exterior color, so they had the opportunity to create a stunning contrast with a few additional details and parts. And it seems that although each of these elements individually stands out, when brought together they create a result that is just right as if it was always meant to be.

Vorsteiner Body Kit

‘Contrast’ could be a synonym to Vorsteiner’s body kit for the white M3. The opposite colors contribute for even more aggressive look of the vehicle. Precisely, it comprises of an in-house made boot lid as well as GTS7 front bumper and GTS-V rear diffuser. In this way, the sporty appearance is ensured as is the better aerodynamics.

Vorsteiner BMW M3 E92 Front and Side View

Vorsteiner is also famous for its one-off design for the wheels it produces. Of course, they also come in black (Mystic Black to be more precise) and measure 19×9.5 and 19×10.5 inches. Under the name VFF-103, they play their role wrapped in 275/30/19 and 295/30/19 tires. It seems that opposites really do attract.

Power and Torque

Unfortunately, as much as we like this E92, Vorsteiner did not enhance the power of the mighty V8 under its hood. But if you take a deep thought then you would definitely wonder why is the uprating necessary? It isn’t of course, because the high-revving 4.0 litre V8 engine produces 420 hp (309 kW) at 8300 rpm and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) at 3900 rpm! This helps the car accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds on its way to a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). Without the limiter, E92 M3 can easily go beyond the 300 km/h (186 mph).

Source: Vorsteiner

September 30, 2015

Ultimate gift ideas for the gearhead in your life

Shopping for somebody else is always tricky. If they have a favorite hobby, that makes it easier, but getting up to speed with that hobby in time to find them something really appealing can be tough. Turning to hobby magazines is one option, but if you’re looking for something for a gearhead, why not check out some of these options?

It’s the little things that matter

If you’re on a limited budget or if you want to find a little something extra to complement a larger present, you might be surprised how many great low cost items there are that come in really handy when driving. From suction cup smartphone holders that keep the map in view to USB mini-coolers for water and fruit, there’s something that will appeal to everyone. If you’re buying for someone who goes driving in remote areas, you might want to pick up a hand-cranked emergency radio, and if your loved one likes to keep a classic car in pristine condition, a soft clay cleaner is the professional secret that can make all the difference. Driving gloves are the perfect gift for the distinguished driver, and if you’re really strapped for cash, you can always offer to clean the car.

Splashing out for something special

If you’re ready to spend a little more, it’s worth remembering that every car enthusiast should have a good toolkit. In this case it’s best to check what’s already owned, but tools do need to be replaced from time to time and well-engineered ones are always appreciated. A solar charger means a driver will never be stranded for long due to a flat battery (except perhaps in Alaska); Italian leather driving shoes create a really classy vintage look; and there are any number of attractive accessories available, such as Autodromo watches, inspired by classic dashboard designs. For a real treat, why not arrange a day at the track racing classic cars?

Spectacular surprises

For those with big money to spend, the choice is even wider. One of the most exciting areas to look at is off-road vehicles, where engineering technology has created more and more exciting options. Imagine how the car enthusiast in your life would feel receiving a snowmobile! They’re enormous fun to use and make it possible to conquer landscapes that would be inaccessible otherwise. They’re also fun to tinker around with, and Pat’s snowmobile parts make it easy to acquire the necessary bits and pieces. A gift like this will please the adventurer and the inner geek.

There’s such a variety of driving related gifts out there that there’s really no need to struggle to find something suitable. If all else fails, consider automobile themed items for use in other areas of life, from pet beds to classic car tankards, posters and DVDs. Choosing a gift like this will make it clear that even if you don’t share that passion, you appreciate what it means to the recipient.

October 1, 2014

Burton Racing BMW 128i – Street Tuner Victory at Road America

BMW 128i Coupe managed to scoop the first ST victory of the 2014 Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge season in Saturday’s 2.5-hour race at Road America, in Elkhart Lake. It was piloted by the 2013 Street Tuner class champions – Terry Borcheller and Mike LaMarra.

BMW drivers also scored fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth place Street Tuner class finishes. Bimmerworld Racing’s three 328i machines finished fifth, seventh and eighth. Ted Giovanis and David Murray finished sixth in the No. 64 Team TGM 328i. Logically, the result moved BMW to the top of the Manufacturer’s points standings.

“We’ve been closing in on the podium throughout the season and got very close to a win at Indy,” commented Keith Burton, Burton Racing Team Principal.

“It is extremely satisfying to win here at Road America and validates all of our hard work this year. I believe we are back in a position where we can fight for another championship for BMW.”, he added.

the No. 46 Fall-Line Motorsport BMW M3 of John Edwards and Trent Hindman finished 4^th. The car started from the pole and led 18 laps of the 54 lap contest, only 1.768 seconds separating the car from the winner at the checkered flag. The next best finishing BMW M3 was the No. 97 Turner Motorsport car of Tom Kimber-Smith and Michael Marsal in 13^th.

“Congratulations to Mike and Terry and the entire Burton Racing team on their return to the podium and their first Street Tuner win of the season,” said Gordon McDonnell, BMWNA Motorsport Manager.

“In Grand Sport, both John and Trent put up a great fight in the Fall-Line Motorsport BMW M3 to finish fourth, but the new Camaro seems to have a distinct advantage in the class.”, he finished.

Source: BMW

August 13, 2014

AC Schnitzer GP 3.10 Based on BMW E92 335i – On Sale

AC Schnitzer has put on sale a unique GP 3.10 based on BMW E92 335i. It is currently available through ebay.de with a bid of €25,100. The vehicle is registered back in 09/2006 and since then it covered just 27,000 km (16,780 miles). It is finished in a nice Mineral-Grün paint and features a number of styling and performance upgrades.

The most important improvement is the replacing of the original 3.0 liter twin-turbo I6. The new “heart” is the mighty S85B50 – a 5.0 liter V10 from BMW M5 E60, which is boosted to 552HP (406 kW) at 8,000RPM and 540Nm (400 lb-ft) of torque at 6,200RPM. It is coupled to its original tranmission – a 7-speed SMG III gearbox. There is a new sports exhaust system with a sports rear silencer including centrally-placed tailpipe. 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds; 0-200 km/h in 13.9 seconds and a top speed of over 322 km/h (200 mph).

The brake system as well as the suspension are also improved. There are 8-piston fixed calipers at the front and rear with brake discs measuring – 374 x 36 mm. The suspension received special stabilizer bars and height-adjustable coilovers. A set of new wheels is installed – AC Schnitzer Lightweight forged alloy Type V – 9.0 J x 20” with 235/30 ZR20 tires and 10.0 J x 20” with 285/25 ZR20 tires, front/rear.

The exterior boasts a new front bonnet with additional air outlet for better cooling of the big engine. There is also a new front apron, modified front and rear fenders, a pair of new side skirts, a roof wing and a trunk lid spoiler with special tear-off edge.

The interior features bi-color leather and Nappa combination, racing seats, new aluminum pedals and black anodized handbrake and i-Drive controller, a set of floor mats with logo GP 3.10. Last, but not least is the three-spoke sports steering wheel “Evo” wrapped in Nappa leather.

Source: AC Schnitzer

July 17, 2014

BMW Driving Experience in Sweden

BMW has a great tradition teaching owners of ///M-powered cars how to use them correctly even in severe conditions such as ice, rain, snow, etc. The Driving Experience program has recently visited Arjeplog, Sweden, which is no less than 60 km south of the polar circle.

The test aimed to teach the drivers and owners of ///M cars, what to do on ice and snow, when sitting behind the steering wheel ofBMW M3 and particularly the E92 model.

BMW E92 M3 is simply brutal car, which hardly can be compared with anything else. It is powered by a magnificent high-revving S65B40 – 4.0 litre V8 delivering 420PS (309 kW) at 8300RPM and 400Nm (295 lb-ft) at 3900RPM. 0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited. Without the limiter, E92 M3 can easily pass 300 km/h (186 mph).

Of course, the tested models were fitted with spiked tyres to maintain a little traction.

“The fastest option on asphalt is to make a clean streak, while drifting is the answer on slippery surfaces. The front of the car points towards the inside of the bend, so that the propulsive power of the centrifugal force counteracts this a little and actually permits a faster speed than stable driving”, said the legendary rally champion Walter Röhrl.

Source: BMW

April 9, 2014

G-Power BMW M3 E92 Hurricane 337 Edition [video]

G-Power has published a video with their latest project based on BMW M3 E92. The G-Power M3 SK II CS Hurricane 337 Edition managed to hit a top speed of 337.6 km/h (210 mph).

The updated M3 by G-Power is powered by a 4.6 liter supercharged V8 – 651HP (452 kW) at 8,100RPM and 595Nm (441 lb-ft) of torque at 5,900RPM. 0-200 km/h in 12.2 seconds and a top speed of over 337 km/h (210 mph). The tuned sports car also comes with a full titanium exhaust system with racing catalytic converters.

G-Power will produce only 30 units of 337 Edition model with pricing starting from €9,856. The titanium exhaust system is €4,542 and the coilover suspension is €2,445. The tuning company also offers braking system for €8,034 for the front and €5,634 for the rear axle and the price for the 20’’ G-POWER wheel set fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport tyres is €4,474.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8nQefEuwZY

G-POWER M3 SK II CS „HURRICANE 337 Edition“:

• 615 hp / 452 kW at 8.100 rpm (+ 195 hp / 143 kW)
• 595 Nm at 5.900 rpm (+ 195 Nm)
• V-max: > 337 km/h
• 0-200 km/h: 12,2s
• G-POWER Supercharger System M3 V8 SK II CS „HURRICANE 337 Edition”
• G-POWER G3M CLUBSPORT coilover suspension
• G-POWER Breaking System for front and rear axle
• 20‘‘ G-POWER wheel set SILVERSTONE DIAMOND

Source: G-Power

January 28, 2014

G-Power BMW E92 M3 Hurricane RS – 720HP and 700Nm

G-Power has revealed their latest project based on BMW E92 M3. The sports coupe has received a number of upgrades, but the most important is the performance package – SK III “Sporty Drive”.

The performance upgrade include an ASA T1-724 supercharger, MAHLE forged pistons and new connecting rods. There is also a full titanium sports exhaust system and a modified crankshaft. The engine displacement has grown up to 4.6 liters, instead of 4.0.

The result is spectacular – 720HP (530 kW) and 700Nm (516 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds, 0-200 km/h in 9.5 seconds and a top seed of 340 km/h (211 mph).

The exterior comes with full aerodynamics body kit including a front spoiler, bonnet and a boot lid with tear-off edge. The M3 HURRICANE RS aerodynamic program is manufactured from supremely light and highly strong Carbon fibre in a gas-proof autoclave. The package saves more than 10kg.

Other highlights include G-Power Clubsport coil-over suspension and 20” G-Power Silverstone Diamond forged wheels. The tires are Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires in the dimension 255/30 ZR 20 on the front axle and 295/25 ZR 20 for the rear axle to keep the vehicle in contact with the road. Braking is done with the G-POWER-ceramic brakes on the front and rear axle, which provide low-weight and reliable high-performance braking. „Fade“ is therefore a foreign word for the 6-piston brake calipers in front which bite on 396 mm rotors and the 4-piston calipers at the rear axle which clamp on 380 mm rotors.

Source: G-Power

November 8, 2013

ALPHA-N Performance BT92 based on BMW E92 M3

ALPHA-N Performance has announced their latest project based on the current BMW M3 (the E92). The name of the project is ALPHA-N BT92 and it comes with styling and performance upgrades.

The exterior boasts a complete wide-body kit including new front and rear bumpers, a pair of extended side skirts, widened wheel arches. All components are made from high-grade carbon fiber. ALPHA-N is also constructing new wheel house liners made of Kevlar.

The powerful naturally aspirated S65B40 (4.0 liter V8) has grown up to 4.6 liters thanks to a new through a new crankshaft as well as new pistons and connecting rods. After that, the tuning specialists carefully re-mapped the electronics, so everything will work just perfect. The result is 490HP (360 kW) and 470Nm (348 lb-ft) of torque. This is an increase of 70HP and 70Nm. 0-100 km/h in around 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 315 km/h (196 mph).

The BT92 4.6 rolls a set of enormous S3 19” wheels fitted with Hankook Ventus S1 Evo tires – 255/35 R19 front and 295/35 R19 rear.

A complete coilover kit has been installed for improving the handling and for nice stance, of course. In addition to the installation of an Öhlins Road & Track-running gear, ALPHA-N also performed the precise alignment of same on a wheel load balance.

The interior comes with unifying Recaro Sportster CS sport seats, blue Alcantara for the front and seats as well as the door panels.

Source: ALPHA-N

July 23, 2013

G-POWER BMW E92 M3 GT2 R

G-Power has introduced the most powerful street legal BMW E92 M3. After the introducing of the M3 GT2 S, which had “just” 600HP, the tuning specialists decided that is not enough and boosted the beast even more.

The power is coming from a modified 4.6 liter supercharged V8 engine with 720HP (530 kW) at 8,100 RPM and 700Nm (516 lb-ft) at 5,900 RPM. This is an increase of whopping 300HP and 300Nm over the stock. Furthermore, the tuned M3 GT2 R has gone through a strict diet, so the curb weight is just 1,500 kg (3,306 lbs). 0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds, 0-200 km/h in 9.5 seconds and a top speed of over 330 km/h (205 mph). Other upgrades include a titanium exhaust system made specifically for G-POWER ensuring minimum back pressure.

The exterior received a full carbon body kit including front skirt, all four wings and rear skirt. There is also a multi-part carbon rear spoiler improving the down force. The carbon fiber G-POWER hood also contributes to reduced weight.

The G-Power M3 GT2 R rolls a set of enormous 20” Silverstone RS forged wheels wrapped around in Michelin Pilot Cup tires – 245/30 ZR 20 at the front axle and 315/25 ZR 20 at the rear. For perfect stance and improved handling, G-Power has installed new coilover suspension. The stopping power is guaranteed by G-Power’s 6-piston brake calipers with 396mm rotors for front wheels and 4-piston calipers with 380mm rotors for rear axle.

The interior comes with carbon fiber racing bucket seats (each12 kg lighter than the stock), removed rear seats and a FIA-compliant rollcage.

Now the pricing:

G-POWER Supercharger System M3 SK III „Sporty Drive“ – €41,650 plus installation
Carbon fiber body kit – €30,000
Carbon Fiber Front Hood – €3,600
Alloy Wheels + Tires – €12,000
Front and Rear Carbon Ceramic Brakes – €26,240
Complete car M3 GT2 R – €195,310

Source: G-Power

July 23, 2013

BMW E92 M3 ESS VT2-700 vs: RS6 Sportmile R1K, GT-R AMS Alpha 12+,Porsche 911 Turbo and Panamera Turbo

A mighty BMW E92 M3 ESS VT2-700 with 700HP made several drag starts versus Audi RS6 Sportmile R1K with 1000HP,Porsche 911 Turbo Mk.1 DT 1200 with 1200HP, Nissan GT-R AMS Alpha 12+ with 1500HP and a Porsche Panamera Turbo S Stage 1 with 700HP.

The first start is versus the Panamera, which managed to set personal absolute Record on 1 mile and ¼ mile, but still it lost. The M3 crossed the finish line in 29.036 seconds with a terminal speed of 279.5 km/h.

The BMW won the second start, too. It is versus a 911 Turbo, which obviously had some problems. Still, the tuned M3 set personal records on ¼ mile – 11.704 seconds and 1 mile – 28.911 seconds with terminal speed of 281 km/h.

The third start was doomed, tuned RS6 has over 250HP more than the BMW. What is more, this particular Audi is the winner of 2^nd place in Gran Turismo class 2013. The RS6 Sportmile R1K set absolute speed record of all-time in the class – 321 km/h; Personal absolute record – 27.016 seconds nd absolute speed record for Audi RS6.

The last start is versus one of the fastest street legal cars in the world – Nissan GT-R Mk.2 AMS Alpha 12+. It stopped the clock on 9.447 seconds with 260.11 km/h at ¼ mile; 22.538 seconds and 382.16 km/h on 1 mile. This GT-R driven by Juriy M. is winner of 1^st place in Super Sport Class 2013; Winner 1^st place in Top Speed Class 2013 and some other records.

Enjoy!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUgH6l-b-Nw

Source: Dragtimesinfo

July 12, 2013

BMW E92 M3 in Saphir Metallic Matt PWF

BMW E92 M3 Saphir Matt - Side Angle

Print Tech Premium Wrapping has presented their latest project in Facebook. The foiling specialists began working on this BMW E92 M3 – yesterday and here is the result. It now carries complete saphir metallic matt foil. The colour suits to the sports car just perfectly and obviously PTPW did their job.

No other upgrades were made to the Bimmer. No words about the price of foiling the whole car, but it won’t be cheap. As far as we know, foiling is more expensive than the paint.

In case you forgot about the performance, the E92 M3 is powered by a S65B40 – 4.0 litre V8 with 420HP (309 kW) at 8,300RPM and 400Nm (295 lb-ft) at 3,900RPM. 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.

The price for original BMW E92 M3 starts at € 72 900.
BMW E92 M3 Saphir Matt - Front Angle

BMW E92 M3 Saphir Matt - Rear Angle

BMW E92 M3 Saphir Matt - Front

BMW E92 M3 Saphir Matt - Rear Angle

BMW E92 M3 Saphir Matt - Front Angle

BMW E92 M3 Saphir Matt - Side

BMW E92 M3 Saphir Matt - Side Angle

BMW E92 M3 Saphir Matt - Front

BMW E92 M3 Saphir Matt - Rear

BMW E92 M3 Saphir Matt - Rear Angle

BMW E92 M3 Saphir Matt - Interior

BMW E92 M3 Saphir Matt - Mirror

BMW E92 M3 Saphir Matt - Detailing

Source: Print Tech Premium Wrapping via Facebook

January 29, 2013

G-Power BMW E92 M3 RS Aero Package

G-Power has presented their aerodynamics enhancement program for BMW E92 M3.

The “RS” project is completely made from carbon fiber, making the M3 lighter and therefore faster. At the same time the G-POWER “RS” Carbon parts increases the aerodynamic downforce and thus provides for even faster cornering speeds.

The Aero Package includes a new front spoiler, boot lid including tear-off edge, a new hood, custom rear wing or the stock M3 GTS rear wing. The weight reduction from the bonnet and the boot lid is 10,7 kg.

Besides the weight reduction and boosting the down-force, the engine received the SK III Sporty Drive supercharger kit and the engine displacement is now 4.6 liters. The result is 720HP (529 kW).

Source: G-Power

January 21, 2013

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