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Mercedes-Benz & Airstream Autobahn Luxury Van

Mercedes-Benz and Airstream has presented the super-luxurious Autobahn Luxury Van based on the new Sprinter. Through its ongoing collaboration with Mercedes-Benz, Airstream combines its signature quality and design with individualized comfort, convenience and productivity in this new category-creating platform.

The Autobahn Luxury Van delivers a “new standard in VIP travel.” It boasts six heated rear seats equipped with a power footrest. Each seating position also has a retractable desk and 120V / USB power outlets. Other special features include wood floor, dual refrigerators and an entertainment system that consists of a 32” LCD TV (perfect for watching the 2014 World Cup), a Blu-Ray player and an Apple TV. Indeed, the cabin draws cues from private jets.

The special Sprinter is powered by the well-known 3.0 liter V6 diesel with 190HP (139 kW) and 440Nm (324 lb-ft) of torque. The transmission variants are two – 6-speed manual or an optional 5-speed automatic.

“Airstream continues to set the industry standard for unparalleled luxury travel, a strategy further enhanced by our partnership with Mercedes-Benz,” commented Airstream CEO and President Bob Wheeler.

“Whether your VIP is a professional client or family member, we are creating a new category that delivers an exclusive level of focus on individual passenger comfort and convenience.”, he finished.

2014 Mercedes-Benz & Airstream Autobahn Luxury Van is priced from $133,024.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

June 6, 2014

2015 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG [render]

Roadmag has published a nice render picture of the upcoming 2015 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG. The performance saloon is expected to make official debut in the end of this year. The look is much similar to the one published by Khalil B in the end of 2013. The rendered C63 AMG comes with an aggressive body kit, big wheels, lowered suspension and of course the typical quad exhaust system.The engine in 2015 C63 AMG will be a newly-developed 4.0 liter twin-turbo V8 with around 480HP (358 kW). Mercedes-Benz has recently announced and S model for the all-new S63 AMG, which gives even more power and performance upgrades. So, we can expect and S model for the new C63 AMG as well. It will probably boost the engine to 500HP and will add bigger brakes. The engine will be mated to the well-known 7G-MCT SpeedShift automatic gearbox. 4Matic all-wheel drive is expected, too.The interior will feature sport lather seats, a new steering wheel and a lot of carbon fiber elements. AMG logo will be all around – on the dashboard, floor mats and head rests.2015 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Sedan will be followed by Estate, Coupe and Convertible models.

June 5, 2014

Eibach Releases Suspension Program For Mercedes-Benz GLA

Eibach Mercedes-Benz GLA has even a sportier look. The reason for this is the addition of tuning company’s suspension components which take care for vehicle’s length. In general the SUV has length x width x height of 4,417 x 1,804 x 1,494 millimeters. This tuning however, gives the driver the opportunity to individualize their vehicle by lowering or raising it.

The firs one is Eibach Pro-Kit Performance Springs. They lower vehicle’s centre of gravity and and contribute for better handling. For those who want a more aggressive look, there are available the innovative Eibach Pro-Lift-Kit Performance Lift Springs, which combine dynamics and comfort.

Both kits can be perfectly combined with company’s Anti-Roll-Kit Performance Sway Bars. They reduce GLA’s body roll and make it more dynamic. What finalizes the tuning of this Mercedes-Benz is the Eibach Pro-Spacer Wheel Spacers. They are made of aluminum and widen the track width.

As a reminder, 2014 GLA has an engine range which includes a 1.6 and 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol engines as well as 2.1 liter four-cylinder diesel engine. The first one powers the GLA200 and produces 156 hp (115 kW) and 250Nm (185 lb-ft) of torque. The second one is found in the GLA 250 model, and delivers 211 hp (155 kW) and 350Nm (259 lb-ft).

GLA 200 CDI and GLA 220 CDI are driven by the diesel engine, which produces respectively 136 hp (100 kW) and 300Nm (222 lb-ft) and 170 hp (125 kW) and 350Nm (259 lb-ft). The GLA 250 equipped with 4MATIC will accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds before reaching a top speed of 233 km/h.

Source: Eibach

June 4, 2014

Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG 4Matic By Vilner

Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG 4Matic by Vilner is truly unique. And here is why. Around 10 million of the luxury Mercedes-Benz vehicles are E-Class. Million and a half of the produced E-Class vehicles have chassis number W210, of which several thousand are the sporty AMG versions. Only 12 thousand of them are E55 AMGs, which are powered by the huge V8 engine. In turn, of these just 653 units were produced in 2001. And there are only 8 of them, which are 4Matic, made by individual order. At last, there is only one Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG 4Matic which was carefully restyled by the tuning specialists at Vilner.

Besides being one of the rarest cars ever, this 2001 E55 AMG 4Matic has sentimental value, because it is one of the last machines assembled and tuned by hand in the small factory of AMG in Affalterbach. This is the reason why the designers at Vilner had a very careful approach to the project of Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG 4Matic. The tuners at Vilner have preserved the class and exclusivity of the car, but have also added a touch of smoky single malt.

This classicism has been achieved by the lavish use of a combination of various shades of brown and a wide range of leathers. The patina leather in smoky cognac color dominates throughout the interior and wraps all the elements that hands have contact with, including the ergonomic steering wheel. It was combined with a perforated Alcantara in more neutral colors.

What is more, the dynamic feeling is underscored by the V shaped elements on the front and rear seats. The original wood veneer was replaced by carbon applications that were lacquered in pale brown. The plastic parts of the interior have been recolored in brown.

At last, the trunk of the E55 AMG 4Matic got brand new leather treatment, which is a continuation of the theme of the interior. However it features major additions: an Affalterbach emblem, embroidered on the patina leather, as well as a travel bag, hand-made from the same materials used in the interior.

June 3, 2014

2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe AMG Line

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the AMG Line package for the 2014 S-Class Coupe. It consists of several nice styling upgrades which will give even more exclusivity to the all-new model.

AMG Line kit includes a lot of interior and exterior upgrades. Outside, it comprises of a diamond grille with chrome pins along with AMG front and rear aprons and new side sills. There are also 19” or 20” AMG alloy wheels fitted with low profile tires (245/45 R19 at the front and 275/40 R19 at the rear or 245/40 R20 and 275/35 R20, respectively) as well as fender flares. AMG Line kit also consists of a set of perforated disc brakes together with “Mercedes-Benz” lettering on the calipers. Inside, the package will bring a set of velour AMG floor mats, a glossy black wood trim elements and AMG brushed stainless steel sport pedals with rubber studs.

For now, the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe is offered with 4.7 liter V8 – 455HP (335 kW) and 700Nm (516 lb-ft) of torque for S500 Coupe and a 5.5 liter V8 bi-turbo – 593HP (436 kW) and 900Nm (664 lb-ft) for the S63 AMG.

The S65 AMG Coupe is expected to make official debut, next month. It will have a 6.0 liter V12 bi-turbo with over 630HP (463 kW).

Source: Mercedes-Benz

June 3, 2014

Fostla Mercedes-Benz CLS 350 CDI W218

Fostla has revealed their latest project based on Mercedes-Benz CLS 350 CDI W218. The stylish four-door coupe comes with both – styling and performance upgrades.

The exterior boasts a complete Prior-Design PB550 Black Edition aerodynamics package including new front and rear bumpers as well as new side skirts and rear wing. All parts are made from carbon fiber for maximum strength and lightweight. The ride is lowered thanks to a lowering module which is controlled using a steering wheel. The body is wrapped with PWF-foil in Bond-Gold-Matt-Metallic color, which underlines not only the elegant lines of the vehicle, but gives a unique look. Last, but not least – the discs, the headlights and the rear lights are also tinted.

The 3.0 liter V6 diesel is boosted to 310HP (228 kW) and 700Nm (519 lb-ft) – an increase of 45HP and 80Nm. The performance package is provided by PP-Performance and really “revives” the big car. 0-100 km/h in under 6.0 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited. The fuel consumption is not harmed – 6.1 liters / 100 km on combined cycle.

Other highlights include CVT Vossen alloy wheels powder coated in matt gold – 9J x 20” at the front and 10.5J x 20” at the rear fitted with corresponding low-profile tires. Finally, the special mention is for quad exhaust tailpipes taken directly from Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Series. The price for the entire package is decent – €16,000 (considering all upgrades, it is a real bargain).

Source: Fostla

June 2, 2014

Brabus Mercedes-Benz SL550 Enhanced By Inspired Autosport

Mercedes-Benz SL550 is undoubtedly a vehicle which anyone dreams of at least driving for a while. The customer of this unique BiTurbo beast decided to give it further improvement after the exceptional work of the Brabus experts. At help came the professionals at Inspired Autosport which added their unique treatment to the car. Originally the SL550 is powered by a 4.7 liter twin-turbocharged V8 enigne.

The powerplant produces 435 horsepower (320 kW) at 5,250 rpm and 699 Nm (516 lb-ft) of torque at 1,800 rpm. The engine is coupled with a seven-speed automatic gearbox. The acceleration time for the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h is estimated in 4.6 seconds, while the production top speed stops at 250 km/h (155 mph).

Obviously, the Vmax wasn’t enough for the tuners at Brabus, so they remapped the ECU and installed upgraded intercoolers. With this step, the top speed can now reach 300 km/h (201 mph+). To ensure that the SL550 doesn’t catch air at those speeds, they have lowered the vehicle via Brabus springs.

Wheels were next on the list. Inspired Autosport completed the new look of the car with a set of 20 inch CEC C882 forged monoblock wheels in Machine Black. Precisely at the front they come in the size of 20×9, while at the rear – at 20×11.

Source: Inspired Autosport

June 2, 2014

Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe – Curve Control System

Mercedes-Benz has revealed more details about their new Curve Control System on the all-new S-Class Coupe. This driving experience becomes even more exclusive with the curve tilting function, a world first for series production cars: the vehicle leans into bends in a similar way to motorcyclists or skiers.

Curve Control System allows the vehicle to incline into the automatically and continuously in fractions of a second – depending on the bend radius and vehicle speed. The subjectively perceived effect is even greater, as the vehicle would normally lean outwards. This happens, when the base points of the steel springs integrated into the ABC suspension struts are raised by plunger cyclinders on one side of the vehicle, and lowered on the other, depending on the bend being negotiated.

This innovative system recognises bends with the help of the stereo camera behind the windscreen, which registers the curve in the road surface up to 15 metres ahead, and using an additional lateral acceleration sensor in the ABC suspension. The curve inclination function can be selected using the three-stage ABC switch, and in “Curve” mode is active in a speed range of 15 to 180 km/h. The other selectable modes are “Comfort” (Magic Body Control with Road Surface Scan) and “Sport”.

The new function is available in combination with the Magic Body Control suspension system for the rear-wheel drive models, which can be ordered from 14 July. In combination with 4MATIC all-wheel drive, the S-Class Coupe features the full Airmatic air suspension system with the adaptive damping system ADS Plus, in a version with a sporty setup in keeping with the character of the vehicle.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

June 2, 2014

Carlex Design Interior for 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Carlex Design has published several pictures of their customization program for the new 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W222). The luxurious saloon is on the market for several months and is one of the best-selling in its segment. Mercedes-Benz is also offering S-Class Edition 1, but it can’t even touch the impressive interior by Carlex Design.

The tuning company has surpassed almost everybody, when it comes to luxurious interiors. All metal elements of the Mercedes-Benz’s flagship sedan are covered in pure 24K gold. Almost all parts are covered in gold including air vents, speaker covers, door handles, air vents, emblems and the steering wheel-mounted buttons. If you think that is too much, you have to check the full leather upholstery from crocodile skin. The seats, center console, both armrests as well as the door panels and the dashboard are covered in crocodile skin.

Carlex Design has turned the interior of the new S-Class in a place that can shelter princes and princesses without any concerns. Of course, the hardcore fans of Mercedes-Benz won’t appreciate the flashy interior, but who cares, when you can sit on heated and vented seats with massage functions covered in crocodile skin.

2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is priced from £62,650 in the UK and $95,900. Carlex Design didn’t reveal any pricing for the customization program, but it won’t be cheap… at all!

Source: Carlex

June 2, 2014

2014 Vorsteiner Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG S 4Matic

2014 Vorsteiner Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG S 4Matic effortlessly shows its powerful presence on the road. The tuning company based in California enhanced the sporty appearance of this E63 AMG S model with a new suspension and set of beautiful wheels. The outgoing Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG is the second version of the W220 E-class. At first, it was launched in 2009 with a naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V-8 engine.

Two years later, the German luxury company changed the powerplant to a 518 hp (380 kW) 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8, which in addition was available with an optional Performance package that upgraded the power to 550 hp (405 kW).

For this year, Mercedes-Benz updated the engine again. As a standard engine, the car got the 5.5 liter twin-turbo V8 with 550 hp (405 kW) and 719 Nm (531 lb-ft) of maximum torque. The S version, enhanced with the AMG Performance Package, is capable of the remarkable 577 hp (425 kW) and 754 Nm (556 lb-ft).

The additional 26 horsepower were achieved via tweaks to the engine-management system as well as increased peak injection pressure and boost pressure. In other words, this is the most horsepower that the E63 has ever gotten.

The top speed in the S model was also raised and is now up to 186 mph (300 km/h) in comparison to the standard 155 mph (250 km/h). The acceleration sprint from 0 to 100 km/h is estimated at 3.6 seconds.

And this powerful basis was used by Vorsteiner. The tuners have given this unique model a set of Sport Challenge Forged Edition VSC-101 wheels finished in Gloss Brushed Shadow. E63 AMG features an electronically controlled adaptive sport suspension, which allows the ride height to descend effortlessly.

This showcases the custom 20” forged monoblock wheels. Precisely, at the front they measure 20×8.5”, while at the rear – 20×10”. Of course, they were fitted with the appropriate Hankook Ventus V12 Evo tyres in the size of 255/30/20 and 295/25/20 at the front and rear, respectively.

Source: Vorsteiner

May 29, 2014

Mercedes-Benz Restores 540 K Streamliner

Mercedes-Benz 540 K Streamliner was built in the first half of 1938 and was delivered in June that year to the tyre manufacturer Dunlop. The car was employed for the testing of high-performance tyres for particularly fast and heavy vehicles, and then was adopted into the collection of the Mercedes-Benz Museum during the 1950s. 73 years after its introduction – in 2011 the vehicle was submitted for a full restoration process. The work began in the beginning of the following year and took approximately two and a half years to be fully reconstructed.

540 K was featured a streamlined aluminium body, which was an absolute one-off. It was designed strictly in accordance with the understanding of aerodynamics at that. As you can see it has flowing lines, low silhouette and minimal surface interruptions.

Streamliner was driven by an engine with 5401 cc output that produced 115 horsepower (85 kW). With a supercharger the power reached 180 hp (132 kW). The car managed a top speed of 185 km/h and a drag coefficient of Cd = 0.36.

Thorough research in the archives the specialists at Mercedes-Benz found that the vehicle was painted in silver-bronze and featured grey interior appointments and walnut wood trim. An important basis for the restoration was provided by the photos, quotation drawings and a historical description of the surface of the outer shell.

Of course, the restoration and reconstruction process was conducted via contemporary craft skills, methods and materials. The original line drawing of 1938 was transposed in meticulous detail to a 3D surface model with the help of CAD design techniques.

Extreme precision in the preparation and implementation of every detail and each stage of the work was then implemented. Original components were preserved and re-used, still showing the marks of time.

An interesting fact is that rebuilding the body shell alone involved more than 4800 hours of work. Then the reconstruction of the underbody panelling involved the help of aerodynamic experts from Mercedes-Benz passenger car development. The engine and transmission were repaired and eventually tested. The result is stunning – don’t miss the pictures below!

Source: Mercedes-Benz

May 27, 2014

Mercedes-Benz Citan Extra-Long Wheelbase

Mercedes-Benz is going to offer an extra-long wheelbase of the popular Citan in Germany. The 7-seater boasts high flexibility thanks to the variable usable interior space. The new model variant aimed at the alternate transport of people and material in commercial use, for use as a taxi and on the mixed-use for professional and private purposes.

The new long Citan is 4,705 mm and offers seating for up to 7 people. The luggage compartment is between 300 and 400 liters, but can be expanded to up to 3500 liters, when the second row is folded flat and the third row is removed.

The power is coming from a tiny, but versatile 1.5 liter diesel engine – 90HP (66 kW) and 200Nm (147 lb-ft) of torque. The same engine is also available with 110HP (81 kW) and 240Nm (177 lb-ft) of torque, which is obviously the better variant.

The practical vehicle boasts a number of safety technologies included as standard – Adaptive Electronic Stability Program – ABS (anti-locking braking system), VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control), TCS (Traction Control System) and ASR (Acceleration Skid Control).

2014 Mercedes-Benz Extra-Long Wheelbase Citan is currently available on the market with pricing starting from €19,400 (excluding VAT).

Source: Mercedes-Benz

May 27, 2014

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