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SR Auto Ferrari 458 Italia – Project Ice Blade

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This is one of those SR Auto project that actually make sense. “Ice Blade” they call it and it involves a no longer immaculate Ferrari 458 Italia. It has a full body kit that’s predominantly of carbon fiber, some new wheels and even a lowering suspension.

From top to bottom, the piano black roof complements the Novitec carbon fiber mirrors and carbon fiber door handles. The front lip spoiler and splitters too come in carbon fiber. Further back, there are the Novitec side skirts and at the back we get a carbon fiber diffuser and spoiler. Then we get to the wheels. A set of PUR 4OUR DEPTH dubbed “Davinci Red” – 21-inch at the front and 22-at the back. With their red lining, the white wheel arches feel rather complete, especially when we take into considoration the Basics lowering system that’s been shoved in as well.

That’s the SR Auto Ferrari 458 Italia Ice Blade in a nut shell. Does it work for you?

Source: SR Auto

August 9, 2012

Through the eGarage lens: Concorso Italiano 2010

Concorso-Italiano-thumb This year’s Concorso Italiano event is less than a month away so that explains why at eGarage want to throw us back a couple of years ago when they filmed this. The Concorso Italiano is like comic-con for gear heads, a bowl of Italian goodness, a mingle of pesto that’s been made of the finest herbs around. It all sounds very exotic, but actually it;s most commonly held in California.

The clip we have here is a director’s cut from 2010. That explains the absence of the Ferrari FF for example or the acrobatic photographers around the Ferrari 458 Italia – still hot from the factory. Then there’s the F430 Scuderia which is equally impressive. But the Concorso is not all about Ferraries and what’s hot. There are Countaches, Alfa-Romeos, F40s and the lot. It’s not always necessary about cars as well.

Be on the look out for this year’s Concorso Italiano which will be held at August the 17th at Monterey California.

For now though, just enjoy this not-old-enough-to-be-a-classic video but definitely a worthy one.

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Source: eGarage

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July 22, 2012

2012 Kahn Ferrari 458 Italia is aerodynamically unique

2012 Kahn Ferrari 458 Italia is covered by this splendid red aluminum-alloy couture, thus grabbing the attention of everyone effortlessly. What makes this Ferrari unique is that it is by heart a true Italian vehicle which however received a truly British inspiring blueprint.

Of course, no one else but the tuners from A. Kahn Design were those to take the challenge and redesign this sumptuous car. Now, with the enhancements by Kahn, the 458 Italia is more luxurious than ever!

The transformations done on this vehicle are: front and rear bumper sections in matt pearl grey, rear diffuser, side skirts and roof in matt pearl grey, ceramic brakes and yellow brake calipers. They make even more aerodynamically unique this Ferrari.

It wouldn’t be an A. Kahn Design vehicle if there weren’t a bespoke touch in it. The whole coupe is wrapped in black Daytona leather, including the electric sports seats.

2012 Kahn Ferrari 458 Italia runs perfectly on state-of-the art forged 9×21” front and 12×22 rear alloy wheels. They were finished in matt pearl grey, which color fits all original centre caps. These wheels bring even more elegance to the 458 Italia with their simple clean lines, soft organic surfaces on the edge of the spoke and a purposeful mechanical centre.

However, no change has been made in terms of power. The supercar stays with its original 4.5 liter V8 engine. The latter is able to deliver 578 hp (425 kW) and 540 Nm (399 lb-ft) at 6000 rpm. This power gives the 458 Italia the capability to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.4 seconds and to have a top speed of over 325 km/h.

Source: A. Kahn Design

June 18, 2012

2012 SR Ferrari 458 Italia: Project Refined Beauty

2012 SR Ferrari 458 Italia: Project Refined Beauty is in fact the second transformation done on Ferrari 458 Italia by SR Auto Group. The previous one carried the project name “Era” and has already captured many hearts. Of course, the fascination for this amazing vehicle is one hundred percent understandable.

The Ferrari is equipped with four and a half liter V8, which delivers 570 horsepower (420 kW) at 9000 revs and 540 N/m (400 lb-ft) at 6000 rpm. In addition, the fact that the 458 Italia, compared to other super sports cars, is a featherweight – 1380 kg, and it has a power-to-weight ratio of 2.42 kg/hp results in acceleration from 0 to100 km/h in less than 3.4 seconds. Its top speed is of top 325 km/h.

Like everything else the interior is exceptional as well. The ergonomics are perfect and the main controls are all clustered on the steering wheel. This car is the proof that Ferrari can make extraordinary cars from every single point of view.

SR Auto Group has refined the beauty of this ravishing pieces of work with the help of CEC Wheels. And now it could be said that function and form are paired perfectly together. The wheels have c884 design, which includes a modern twist on the classic five spoke design. The open five spoke wheel allows the signature red calipers to shine bright and complement the exterior color of the Ferrari.

Source: SR Auto Group

June 6, 2012

2012 Vorsteiner Ferrari 458 Italia – more aerodynamic and stylish

2012 Vorsteiner Ferrari 458 Italia is the latest conversion by the talented tuners from Vorseiner. They have updated the powerful Ferrari with their new 458-V Program.

The latter is uncompromising in terms of design of aerodynamic components. The tuners admit that they have built it with the aim to integrate with the Ferrari’s style and even more – to make it even more perfect.

Having this approach in mind, Vorsteiner have successfully followed the fluidic lines of the Ferrari 458 and thus enhanced its looks and performance.

458-V Program includes the following equipment: add-on front spoiler to the front end of the vehicle; rear deck lid spoiler, which maintains the balance from the additional downforce on the front end; and a rear diffuser with extended aero fins, which further enhances the rear downforce.

All the aforementioned components are made from autoclave pre-preg carbon fiber with thw aim to ensure durability and performance.

Furthermore, this Ferrari Italia is equipped with forged aluminum wheels for even classier riding. The wheels are available in 20 or 21 inch configurations and are custom powder coated or painted.

Source: Vorsteiner

June 5, 2012

Ferrari 458 Italia Emozione refined by Evolution 2 Motorsport

Evolution 2 Motorsport has announced their new project – Ferrari 458 Italia Emozione.

The tuning package includes Front splitter, engine cover aero lip, mirror shrouds, double rear lower diffuser, chrome look air duct mesh and styling details, Custom billet alloy pedals and driver/passenger footrest incorporating Ferrari badge, carbon fiber engine bay sides and front, carbon fiber large volume air-box, titanium exhaust with special colour tips and custom made 21” alloy wheels front and rear.

There is also a performance upgrade boosting the 4.5 liter naturally aspirated V8 to 602HP (449 kW), which is an increase of 39HP (29 kW).

All parts are available in black carbon fiber, silver carbon fiber or GRP for body colour coding. They will fit perfectly, and produced to the standard only the most discerning of Ferrari owners would expect.

Evolution 2 Motorsport Ferrari 458 Italia Emozione

Source: E2M

May 11, 2012

20 Years of Ferrari in China, 20 Special Editions of the Ferarri 458 Italia

While Chrysler are reestablishing their presence on the Chinese market, Ferrari are merely marking their 20th anniversary there. But they too have a special edition in store – A “logma” themed Ferrari 458 Italia. Only 20 examples will be made and none of them will be sold outside China.

So what is “logma”? It’s an old Chinese idiom which means “the vigor and spirit of the legendary dragon-horse” (That was totally our guess). A dargon-horse – what are the chances? We have a prancing horse up and ready on any standard Italia you might think of. That’s why the livery needed for the logma special edition includes only the addition of a dragon. But what a dragon it is! Right there on the Marco Polo Red bonnet, enclosed in a black and gold racing stripe, twisty and windy as if it were a racing track.

The gold finished bendy winglets and rims do a fine job complementing the whole look which is sure remain in your field of view… especially if the driver inside isn’t brilliantly proficient in Chinese – the start button is all symbols. Gold embroidery decorates the car’s headrests and a plaque set into the dash lets you know that this is an Italia ‘20th Anniversary Special Edition’

On a side note, to mark the occasion, Ferrari are also setting up their first ever permanent brand exhibition outside of Maranello at the Italia Center of Shanghai World Expo Park. Think of it as a macro fair…that covers 900 square meters…and will remain open for 3 years. Besides the opportunity to marvel at various Ferrari icons, visitors will also have access to a selection of images and videos made especially for this exhibition.

Stick around as we might see this again, next week at the 2012 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition.

Ferarri 458 Italia China Special Edition

Source: Ferrari

April 10, 2012

SR Ferrari 458 Italia Project Era

Ferrari 458 Italia in Rosso corsa red is probably the most emblematic car in Ferrari’s history. Today any color is delivered to the customer. Nonetheless the Rosso corsa red is the staple Ferrari color and it has captured and continues to capture many hearts.

Project Era is a fascinating tuning on a Ferrari 458 Italia made by SR Auto Team. It features a wheel design made by PUR ONE design company and which is significant for the 458 model. Here the wheels are further enhanced by a silver finish, which features a unique blue sheen. The sizes are also impressive: the Ferrari sits on twenty-one and twenty-two inch wheels.

Project Era’s by SR is an impressive modification, of which the auto team should be proud.

Source: SR Auto Team

February 7, 2012

SR Project Kiluminati Ferrari 458 Pure Five

SR Project Kiluminati – The Contempo Renaissance – is the name of this incredible and astonishing tuning of the Ferrari 458 Italia model. It also called SR Project Kiluminati Ferrari 458 Pure Five, because it was the work of collaboration between SR Auto Group and PUR Wheels.

The result is this unconventional bold and distinct vehicle, for which every Ferrari fan will fall. Undeniably every Ferrari it wears this amazing attitude of style and class, however it is now even more enhanced by this exciting tuning.

The company “PUR Wheels” has contacted SR Auto Group in order to make this result happen. They had an idea for a wheel design which will pay homage to the past in a modern fashion. The idea in general consisted of using a three spoke wheel, which nowadays is considered to be old fashion. Nonetheless, we don’t see the end-result as old fashioned, do we? And they took this chance! This is how the named “design 5ive”, Project Kiluminati was born.

SR Project Kiluminati Ferrari 458 Pure Five

Source: SR Auto Group

February 6, 2012

Vorsteiner VS-130 Series for Ferrari 458 Italia And BMW F10 5 Series

The tuning company Vorsteiner has just revealed some new upgrades. Namely, they have introduced one of their latest wheel designs as part of Vorsteiner 2012 Collection VS-130 Series – the new super lightweight 5 spoke monoblock wheels. They are prepared for the owners of Ferrari 458 Italia And BMW F10 5 Series. This incredibly beautiful design feature includes lightweight spoke design, which utilizes Vorsteiner’s latest spoke scalloping and undercutting technology. This is done in order to optimize strength to weight ratios. In addition VS-130 Series also features optimized conclave profiling. To be more precise, the technical specifications are 21 inch forged wheels (Front: 21x9JF and Rears: 21x11J), and the exceptional Michelin PS2 Tires 255-30-21F / 305-30-21R.

Source: Vorsteiner

January 25, 2012

2012 Kahn Design Ferrari 458 Italia

The latest tuning from the professionals from Kahn Design is made on the powerful Ferrari 458 Italia. The modification goes in two variants with difference in color: triple pearl white and Rosso Corsa red. A Kahn Ferrari is unique on so many levels. First of all aerodynamically, Afzal Kahn’s touch ensures excellence of the Ferrari. Furthermore the appearance s enhanced by the matt Pearl Grey finish to the Roof, matt pearl grey side skirts, matt pearl grey front and rear bumper sections, Kahn sports suspension system, matt pearl grey rear diffuser, red brake callipers (white 458), and yellow brake callipers (red 458). All of these upgrades therefore show that there is an increased level of interaction in combination with a sense of motor supremacy, performance and style.

In details the factory and interior options of the Rosso Corsa red Kahn Ferrari 458 include AFS light system, carbon fiber driver zone with included steering binnacle, F1 paddle shift, Instrumental surround with LED’s, front elevator, iPod connectivity, electro chromatic interior and exterior mirrors, satellite navigation, Bluetooth, front and rear park assist, yellow rev counter, high power HiFi with JBL speaker system, stitching in Bordeaux, carpets in Bordeaux, Ferrari scuderia shields, dual zone climate control. In addition the Rosso Corsa red Kahn Ferrari 458 also features a complete white leather interior, Leather central tunnel, Crema Daytona lights, Electro Chromatic Interior & Exterior, yellow rev counter, leather headlining and carpets and stitching in Bordeaux.

On the other hand the basic factory and interior options of the triple white Kahn Ferrari 458 feature: Light System, red brake callipers, F1 paddle shift, instrument surround with LED’s, front elevator, iPod connectivity, satellite navigation, Bluetooth, front and rear park assist, high power Hifi with JBL speaker system, Ferrari Scuderia shields, Dual Zone climate control. Furthermore in the interior is included Leather Central Tunnel, black Nero Leather Electric Seats, yellow Rev Counter, leather Headlining, upholstered rear bench seat wall, stitching in white, carpets in black.

Not forgetting the wheels: Kahn wheels sit perfectly on any vehicle, especially on this one. They convey the essence of the vehicle’s identity! The Ferraris sit on 9’21” front and 12’22 rear alloy wheels finished in matt pearl grey. Kahn wheels are synonymous with elegance and innovation with their simple clean lines, soft organic surfaces on the edge of the spoke and a purposeful mechanical centre.

Source: Kahn Design

January 18, 2012

Anderson Ferrari 458 Italia

Anderson Germany has revealed their tuned Ferrari 458 Italia. The car was presented two years ago, in September 2009, at the International Automobile Exhibition in Frankfurt and until now, it has a lot of tuning packages.

The aerodynamics kit includes sporty front lip spoiler, front bumper flaps, wider side skirts, a modest rear lip spoiler, engine air outlets, window air intake grille and front bumper ventilation grid. The roof, the hood, the mirrors and the door handles, the trunk lid with the diffuser, as well as tail light trims were manually coated with carbon fiber.

The mighty naturally aspirated 4.5 liter V8 now delivers 623PS (458 kW). 0-100 km/h in under 3.4 seconds a top speed of over 325 km/h. The new power is thanks to an ECU re-map, sport exhaust system with racing catalyst, heat protection, and special tailpipe.

The “carbon fiber” Italia stands on enormous 9J x 21” rims with 255/30 ZR21 up front and 12J x 22” with 335/25 ZR22 for the rear. The drop-center rims are obviously carbon-coated in body color.

The car is lowered for perfect stance and handling.

No words about pricing.

Source: Anderson Germany

November 2, 2011

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