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  • 518HP Oettinger Volkswagen Golf R500 Unveiled at Wörthersee Meeting

    This Oettinger Volkswagen Golf R500 has of course debuted at Wörthersee, where the biggest GTI meeting is currently happening. The car has a power to weight ratio of 2.83 kilograms per hp and incredible acceleration time. It can print from 0 to 100 km/h in only 3.4 seconds before hitting a top speed of more than 300 km/h. This is because of the intervention of the tuner that has literally given the Golf superpowers.

    And these superpowers are rated at 518 hp (381 kW) coming from the modified five-cylinder engine that drives all four wheels. The car is nothing but a limited edition and rumors say that it will have an enormous price of around 150,000 euros. There will be soon other versions of the model, pumping out 600, 650 and 750 hp.

    Exterior

    First that has to be mentioned is that the car is based on the Golf R7 model and it is equipped with Oettinger’s 500R Racing Design Package, thus growing with 100 millimeters. Precisely, the pack comprises of widened front apron with large air inlets and a carbon fiber splitter.

    The front grille features a double-sided upper air-opening. On the hood we spot a vent for the engine compartment. The front fenders, the wheel arch ventilation, the carbon-flaps on the side skirts again are all eye-catching.

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    At the back, the rear wheel arch gives the Golf a distinctive character. The same effect is achieved via the widened apron with her real-carbon diffuser, the central exhaust tailpipe and the powerful rear wing with aero-flaps.

    Engine

    The 2.5 liter TFSI five-cylinder in-line engine received a turbocharger. There is also new water intercooling and revisions in the exhaust – the tuner added downpipe with sports catalysts and a double-flow cat-running racing exhaust system. Differential lock and clutch have been also adapted.

    As a result the output has grown to 518 hp (381 kW), while the torque to 680 Nm (500 lb-ft). The engine is equipped with a six-speed manual transmission that is linked to the four wheels.

    Wheels, Tires & Brakes

    This unique car runs on 20-inch ATS forged wheels fitted with Dunlop Sport Maxx 275/25 R20 tires. In terms of suspension the Golf got three-way KW clubsport one with racing technology. Behind the alloys we see six-piston high-performance brake calipers and two-piece, perforated and internally ventilated brake discs with sports brake pads and steel flex brake pipes.

    Interior

    If you find the exterior extravagant, then you definitely have to take a look inside. It is sporty, individual and some might even say that it is strange. The cabin is upholstered in exclusive leather combined with black Alcantara on the center seat panels.

    The decorative elements have been made more personal via contrasting orange color. The seats are of course racing bucket and feature integrated head restraints and harness slots. At last, wheel has been also changed with three-spoke sports leather one and the same material has been used for the door panels, rear seat and trunk cover.

    2015 Oettinger Volkswagen Golf R500
    2015 Oettinger Volkswagen Golf R500
    2015 Oettinger Volkswagen Golf R500
    2015 Oettinger Volkswagen Golf R500
    2015 Oettinger Volkswagen Golf R500
    2015 Oettinger Volkswagen Golf R500
    2015 Oettinger Volkswagen Golf R500
    2015 Oettinger Volkswagen Golf R500
    2015 Oettinger Volkswagen Golf R500
    2015 Oettinger Volkswagen Golf R500
    2015 Oettinger Volkswagen Golf R500
    2015 Oettinger Volkswagen Golf R500
    2015 Oettinger Volkswagen Golf R500
    2015 Oettinger Volkswagen Golf R500
    2015 Oettinger Volkswagen Golf R500

    Source: Oettinger 

  • Caterham Superlight R500 – End of Production

    Caterham Superlight R500 - Front Angle

    Caterham ceases production of the famous Superlight R500. The legendary sports car in its most extreme version reached the final production number – 174, which is destined for Caterham’s distributor in Peru, South America.

    Caterham Superlight R500 is powered by a 2.0 liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine with 267HP (196 kW). 0-100 km/h in 2.88 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). The engine is connected to a 6-speed manual gearbox. The extreme car manage to lap Top Gear’s test track in 1 minutes and 17.9 seconds – nearly half a second faster than the Bugatti Veyron.

    Despite the extreme nature of its performance and character, the R500 remains one of Caterham’s most popular models ever, attracting buyers from around the world. Its place in the garages of several celebrity customers confirmed its legendary status.

    “If Caterham wasn’t already firmly on the map as one of the world’s best-known British sportscar makers, the R500 certainly helped us to cement that position.”, commented Caterham Group CEO, Graham Macdonald.

    “It was a landmark model for us in many respects; its performance on the road and track was matched by the impact it had on our brand. It brought new technologies to the Seven range and was the first production Caterham to adopt a sequential gearbox. To some extent, it represented the start of a new era in which Caterham stepped into the 21st century, but it perfectly encapsulated Colin Chapman’s original ethos and harnessed our determination to provide accessible fun like no other.”, he added.

    Caterham Superlight R500
    Caterham Superlight R500

    Source: Caterham

  • Caterham R500 made from LEGO bricks

    There is almost no one, who doesn’t heart about the outrageous Caterham R500. It became so famous with the times, which this superlight car achieved over the racing tracks.

    Top Gear didn’t miss to test drive it and The Stig come round the track in 1.17.9, which is 5 fastest time on Top Gear’s Lap board (below). This small impressive car captured the hearts of millions motor sport fans across the wolrd. (more…)

  • Caterham Cars at Autosport Show

    Caterham Cars will be attending the Autosport International Racing Car show at Birmingham’s NEC this weekend (January 10-11).

    BBC Top Gear’s ‘Car of the Year’, the Superlight R500, will take centre stage of the British manufacturer’s stand. The most extreme Seven spectacularly lapped the Top Gear test track fast enough to embarrass cars costing over ten times its price, and will flaunt its credentials at the show by having the all-time Top Gear leader board displayed next to it. (more…)

  • Caterham R500 – Top Gear’s Car of the Year

    Top Gear has named the Caterham Superlight R500 its 2008 ‘Car of the Year’.

    The most extreme version of the legendary Seven appeared on the popular BBC show for the first time at the beginning of December, instantly leaving a lasting impression on presenters Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May. (more…)