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DMC Ferrari 458 Estremo And Elegante Monte Carlo Editions

DMC Ferrari 458 Estremo And Elegante Monte Carlo Editions has just been exclusively introduced. The Monte Carlo Styling kit comes to enhance the already existing and popular DMC 458 Elegante and Estremo and to make them even more aggressive in appearance. Although 458 Spyder hasn’t even officially launched yet, DMC developed this particular design of the sharp looking white convertible.

To go into details, this body kit adds new special look for owners of the Ferrari 458 Italia. It comprises of a front bumper, a carbon fiber front lip, and side bumper diffusers. The components support a better road feel.

The two cars displayed in the photos below really look out of this world. The coupe and the spyder have been created by DMC in association with LP AutoGallery. The latter is dealer for SR AutoGroup in China. This also leads to the logical conclusion that the cars will run on stunning new PUR wheels.

Precisely, at the front the cars sit on 21″ alloys, while at the rear – on 22″. The front utilizes Pirelli Sport Tyres in size of 255/30, while the rear has the 335/25. At last, DMC also added a set of sport springs which support the new weight-ratio and handling of the cars.

Source: DMC

May 19, 2014

MEC Design Ferrari 458 Italia

MEC Design has unveiled their latest tuning project based on one of the best super cars on the planet – Ferrari 458 Italia. It comes with a number of styling upgrades and a complete sports exhaust system.

Outside, the tuned 458 Italia features a Scossa Rossa body kit including a new front lip spoiler, “spoiler corners,” extended side skirts and a three-piece rear diffuser. The kit starts from €6,900, but all parts can be purchased separately.

Other highlights include a set of lowering springs and a sports exhaust system that delivers an apocalyptic noise. There are different types of wheel / tire sets ranging from 20” to 22” depending on customers choice. This particular model comes with a 9.5J x 21” at the front and 12.5J x 21” at the rear fitted with 245 and 345 tyres, respectively.

The interior comes with some new carbon fiber elements, special sill plates and MEC-branded floor mats. The steering wheel features carbon and leather.

Source: MEC Design

May 9, 2014

Ferrari LaFerrari – Test [video]

Autocar has published an awesome video clip on Youtube featuring the famous LaFerrari, which is tested by Steve Sutcliffe. Only 499 units are produced from the hyper car and each of them is priced at $1.7 million (€1.3 million).

2013 Ferrari LaFerrari is powered by a 6.3 liter V12 with 800HP (588 kW) at 9,250RPM an 700Nm (519 lb-ft) at 6,750RPM. With the help of HY-KERS, the overall power is whopping 963HP and over 900Nm of torque. 0-100 km/h in under 3 seconds, 0-200 km/h in 7 seconds and 0-300 in breath-taking 15 seconds. The engine’s bore and stroke is 94 x 75.2 mm with a compression ratio of 13.5:1 and a specific power output of 128HP / liter. It is connected to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission and the car has RWD (rear-wheel drive) configuration.

Other highlights include carbon-ceramic Brembo discs on the front (398 mm) and rear (380 mm), with the tires – 265/30 R19 and 345/30 R20, respectively. LaFerrari has a carbon fiber monocoque structure developed by Ferrari’s F1 technical director Rory Byrne. It has a double wishbone suspension in the front and a multi-link suspension in the rear.

A lap time at Fiorano of under 1’20” – 5 seconds faster than the Enzo and over 3 seconds faster than the F12berlinetta.

The car is absolutely amazing as you will see in the video below, and Steve is really lucky to be behind the steering wheel.

Enjoy!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CaC3jJgtDOE

Source: Autocar via Youtube

May 8, 2014

Ferrari 599 GTO vs Ferrari 458 Italia [video]

Ferrari 599 GTO Fiorano is powered by a naturally aspirated all-aluminum 6.0 liter V12 with 670HP (493 kW) at 8,250RPM and 620 Nm (460 lb-ft) of torque at 6,500RPM. 0-100 km/h in 3.35 seconds and a top speed of 335 km/h (208 mph). The overall weight is 1,605 kg (3 540 lbs), which is almost 100 kg (220 lbs) less than the standard GTB.

The 458 Italia has a naturally aspirated 4.5 liter V8 with 570HP (419 kW) at 9,000RPM and 540Nm (399 lb-ft) at 6,000RPM. The sports car is just 1380 kg (3,042 lbs), so it has power-to-weight ratio of 2.42 kg/hp. 0-100 km/h in less than 3.4 seconds a top speed of 325 km/h (202 mph).

Which is faster? Check out in the video below!

The third car participating in the drag race on 1 mile is a heavily modified Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG (W166). It is powered by a 5.5 liter bi-turbo V8 boosted to 700HP (515 kW). It is able to cover 1 mile in 30.096 seconds with a terminal speed of 271 km/h and ¼ mile in just 11.734 seconds with 191 km/h. Of course, it didn’t manage to beat the 599 GTO, which closed the gap really fast.

Enjoy!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5a__DuqJoME

Source: Dragtimesinfo

April 22, 2014

DMC Ferrari 458 Italia Estremo & The Twin Bike

dmc-ferrari-458-italia-estremo-and-the-twin-bike DMC and No-Limit-Custom will exhibit the spectacular Estremo based on one of the best sports cars in the world – Ferrari 458 Italia. The specially prepared tuned vehicle will be joined by a bespoke motorcycle from No-Limit-Custom at the 2014 Top Marques Monaco.

The unique twin bike boasts the same red and black theme as the Ferrari and yellow brake calipers. DMC is going to produce only 15 Estremo cars as each of them come with incredible styling and additional performance upgrade.

DMC 458 Estremo is powered by a 4.5 liter naturally aspirated V8 with 592HP (435 kW) – an increase of 22HP (18 kW). The ride height is lowered thanks to the new sports suspension. Other highlights include a new ventilated hood, 20” and 21” alloy wheels fitted with performance tires, carbon fiber front fascia, a new rear wing and aerodynamics side skirts. All components are made exclusively from carbon fiber, which reflects to the vehicle’s curb weight – minus 50 to 80 kg (110 to 176 lbs).

From DMC commented that every third customer, who chosen to modify his (or hers) Ferrari 458 Italia will get the “Gold Edition” fitted with F1-style canards and a bespoke owner plate signed by the car’s designer.

Source: DMC

April 17, 2014

Mercedes SL 65 AMG Black Series vs Ferrari 458 Italia [video]

Dragtimesinfo has published an interesting drag race video with Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG R230 Black Series (stock) going against Ferrari 458 Italia (stock) and a tuned Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG Gorilla Racing with 700HP.

The SL 65 is powered by a 6.0 liter V12 Bi-Turbo with 670HP (493 kW) at 5,400RPM and 1,000Nm (740 lb-ft) of torque at 2,200RPM. 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds, 0-200 km/h in 10.9 seconds and ¼ mile in 11.6 seconds with 202 km/h (126 mph).

Ferrari 458 Italia has a 4.5 liter naturally aspirated V8 – 570HP (419 kW) at 9,000RPM and 540Nm (399 lb-ft) at 6,000RPM. This means the incredible 127 HP/liter. The curb weight is 1,380kg, so it has a power-to-weight ratio of 2.42 kg/hp. 0-100 km/h in 3.4 seconds and a top speed of 325 km/h (202 mph).

The first start was between the 458 Italia and the SL 65 AMG. It was really intense and both cars were neck in neck during the whole 1 mile run. Still, the 458 Italia managed to win the race with 29.267 seconds with 283.7 km/h, while the SL 65 AMG needed 29.630 seconds with 295 km/h terminal speed. The ¼ mile times are 11.854 seconds and 12.074 seconds, respectively.

The second start is between the SL 65 AMG and the ML 63 AMG Gorilla Racing. Of course, the Roadster humiliated the big SUV. The SL 65 AMG crossed the finish line in 28.996 seconds with 298 km/h (which is more than enough to beat the Ferrari) and the ML 63 AMG in 30.142 seconds with 269 km/h.

Enjoy!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KFDKeH2PkzU

Source: Dragtimesinfo via Youtube

April 3, 2014

DMC Ferrari 458 Italia Elegante In The Swiss Alps

DMC Ferrari 458 Italia Elegante is a project we are familiar with. New around it is its new exceptional photographs made by the talented Igor Stasijevic. In fact, the photographer did a photoshoot with a blacked out version of the 458 Elegante, which was built by DMC‘s Swiss partner Luxury Custom.

On one of the photos, which were made in the Swiss Alps, you can also see the Mercedes-Benz McLaren tuned by Hamann Motorsport. In particular, this Ferrari has been equipped with an additional body kit, which makes it stand out from the croud.

To be more precise, the kit comprises of an aerodynamic elements that enhance even more the aggressive look of the Italian car. The aero-kit consists from front lips, side skirts and other elements, which additionally support the improved driving-feel.

Furthermore, what also has been done here are the tinted or blacked out front, side and rear windows. DMC 458 Elegante is powered by a naturally aspirated 4.5 liter V8 engine, which develops 570 horsepower (419 kW) at 9,000RPM and 540Nm (399 lb-ft) at 6,000RPM. We are actually wondering whether the car will deliver better acceleration time due to the aerodynamic and consequently weight enhancements. The standard accelerations time for the 458 Italia from 0 to 100 km/h is 3.4 seconds, and the top speed is 325 km/h (202 mph).

Photographer Credits: Igor Stasijevic

Source: DMC

March 31, 2014

Ferrari F12 Berlinetta Novitec Rosso N-Largo [videos]

That SOUND!!! We always loved the way that Ferrari cars produce epic noise, but this is something beyond description. Ferrari F12 Berlinetta Novitec Rosso N-Largo has not only sensational soundtrack, but some other nice upgrades.

Outside, the sports car comes with a complete wide body kit including new front and rear bumpers, extended fenders and side skirts. There is also a new front lip spoiler, a carbon fiber grille and a set of enormous 9.5J 21” and 12J x 22” forged alloy wheels fitted with Pirelli P ZERO high-performance tires – 255/30 ZR21 and 335/25 ZR22, respectively.

The car also comes with a big rear wing and tinted taillights.The ride height is reduced by 40mm and as you can see on the second video, it is pretty low. There is also an optional front lift system that raises the front axle by approximately 40mm to ease with going over speed bumps.

The staggering 6.3 liter naturally aspirated V12 has 781HP (574 kW) at 8,600RPM and 722Nm (532 lb-ft) of torque at 6,400RPM – an increase of 41HP (30 kW) and 32Nm (23 lb-ft). The result is thanks to an optimized ECU and the sports exhaust system, which sounds just impressive.

The interior can be designed to suit the customers taste!

Enjoy the videos! Really!

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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=acN23gfpTto

Source: Sport Auto

Ferrari F12 Berlinetta Novitec Rosso N-Largo

March 20, 2014

2005 Ferrari FXX Evolution – Price $2,190,000

2005 Ferrari FXX Evolution - Front Angle

Ferrari Maserati of Fort Lauderdale is currently offering a 2005 FXX Evoluzione for $2.19 million (around (€1.57 million). The car is only track legal, which means that you can’t drive it on public roads.

2005 Ferrari FXX Evoluzione is powered by a 6.3 liter naturally aspirated V12 with 860HP (632 kW), which is connected to a highly advanced F1 gearbox providing shifting time of just 100ms. There is also a Carbon Fiber-reinforced Silicon Carbide Ceramic Composite brake system ensuring incredible stopping power.

There are also some aerodynamics upgrades delivering more traction at high-speed maneuvering and a sophisticated traction-control system.

Besides the racing nature, the FXX Evoluzione has a nice Rosso Scuderia exterior and a Nera Alcantara interior.

So, here is an opportunity to own one of these majestic race cars. Reward yourself!

Source: Ferrari Maserati of Fort Lauderdale

March 18, 2014

DMC Ferrari Berlinetta F12 SPIA Spotted In Hong Kong

The luxury tuning experts at DMC are now gaining popularity in China, and the proof for this is that a DMC Ferrari Berlinetta F12 SPIA was recently spotted in Hong Kong and captured by the photo wizard Linus Lam.

The DMC F12 SPIA has unique white exterior, which makes perfect contrast to the DMC carbon fiber kit which was installed at a later time. In fact, the refinement gives the Ferrari even more aggressive look and improved aerodynamics.

To go into details, the front diffuser was substituted with a prominent new lip splitter. The latter extends the car and also enhances its road stability. Next, the front hood was entirely replaced with a carbon fiber version. An optional roof scoop is also visible here and it definitely contributes towards DMC’s F12 bolder appearance.

What is more, the extended side skirts add to improved road stability, because they utilize a pair of diffuser plates. They also feature flaps which go in harmony with those found on the front diffuser. The trunk has received a 599XX spoiler wing, which goes well along with the newly designed rear diffuser.

Inside, the package is finalized with an interior refinement. DMC has used here Italy’s finest leathers and carbon finer. Plenty of buttons and trims and a redesigned steering wheel are also present.

Source: DMC

March 14, 2014

Ferrari California T – A Turbo Convertible [video]

Ferrari has officially unveiled the facelifted California T at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show. The stylish convertible comes not only with some nice styling upgrades, but an all-new turbocharged engine. We suspected that the “T” in model signature is going to mean something like that, but nothing was for sure until now.

The exterior boasts a complete makeover including elements from the super-expensive FF and F12 Berlinetta. The folding hard top can open or close in just 14 seconds at speeds of up to 50 km/h (35 mph).

The interior features leather Frau sport seats and a redesigned center console as well as a new 6.5” touchscreen display featuring an updated infotainment system. Upon request, the customer can order an extremely powerful 1,280 WATT JBL Professional sound system with 12 speakers and a 16-channel amplifier.

The all-new engine is a 3.8 liter turbocharged V8 – 560HP (412 kW) and 755Nm (556 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 3.6 seconds, 0-200 km/h in 11.2 seconds and a top speed of 316 km/h (196 mph). The California T Facelift boasts 15% improved fuel consumption and 20% less CO2 emissions.

Other highlights include uprated suspension featuring new springs and dampers, along with a better F1-Trac traction control system and reworked carbon ceramic brakes.

2014 Ferrari Caliofrnia T marks returning to turbocharging era since the F40, which was phased out back in 1992.

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Source: Ferrari

March 4, 2014

Ferrari California T Unveiled Ahead Of Geneva Debut

Ferrari California was introduced 64 years ago – in 1950. Now the exclusive Italian brand is releasing another successor of the model – the Ferrari California T, which exudes elegance, sportiness, versatility and exclusivity.

California T boasts a refined cabin and retractable hard top (RHT). But the most striking and a brand new feature here is the engine, which is 8-cylinder turbo one. As a matter of fact, Ferrari’s engineers have designed an entirely new power unit, which produces not only excessive power, but also – the most exhilarating soundtrack any turbo has ever yielded.

Precisely, the engine features direct-injection, and is mounted very low in the chassis in a mid-front position. It delivers 560 hp (411 kW) at 7500 rpm, and a maximum torque of 755 Nm (557 lb-ft). These numbers speak only of exhilarating acceleration over the 0 to 100 km/h sprint, which the car covers in only 3.6 seconds.

Furthermore, the typical Ferrari engine sound was achieved through the utilization of special manufacturing techniques for essential components, such as the flat-plane crankshaft and the three-piece cast exhaust manifold and turbo housing. The result is a powerful, engaging sound during both the intake and exhaust phases, becoming even more potent as engine speed increases.

The sports dynamics are inherent to California T, due to the reduced steering wheel activity and improved steering response. There have been added new springs and latest-generation Magnaride dampers. When combined with body motion accelerometers, they reduce roll and pitch for more precise handling. California T is also equipped with F1-Trac traction control system as well as CCM3 carbon-ceramic braking system.

Of course, as a true Italian sports car, the model was given considerable attention in terms of design. The goal was to ensure that the California T has a new, individual personality. The shape of the California T’s flanks was inspired by the 250 Testa Rossa’s pontoon-fender styling; the front wing line of the model stretches back towards the rear, thus bringing an aerodynamic sleekness and movement to the sides. The rear on the other hand benefits from a new triple-fence diffuser. The model is currently being offered in two colors Rosso California and Blu California.

The cabin of the model was designed to be as ergonomic as possible. It sports a luxurious Frau semi-aniline leather trim, human-machine interface which encompasses Ferrari’s steering wheel with integrated controls, Turbo Performance Engineer (TPE) positioned between the two air vents in the centre of the dash. California T also boasts new infotainment system with 6.5” screen featuring both touch-screen and conventional controls.

Ferrari California T is going to have an official premiere at the Geneva International Motor Show in March.

Source: Ferrari

February 13, 2014

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