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Porsche 918 Spyder looks meaner with set of attractive new wheels

SR Auto Group is responsible for the stylish change

The super-expensive Porsche 918 Spyder hypercar just had a design boost delivered by the specialists at SR Auto Group. What I like so much about them is the fact that they make everything effortlessly and eventually deliver great-looking cars. And even more, they do this with simple measures, like adding only perfectly chosen wheels or add-ons that not interfere in a bad way with car’s overall design.

So, basically the Porsche 918 Spyder model stands at the forefront of modern technology and innovation. It actually does more: shows that a hybrid hypercar can be a display for what future could be.

The vehicle itself is driven by a V8 petrol engine, which generates a total of 608 hp (447 kW) and two special electric motors, that gives additional 129 hp (95 kW) and 156 hp (115 kW) respectively. To do the math for you, this makes a total of 887 hp (652 kW). The acceleration time from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) is measured at 2.5 seconds, while the top speed is 385 km/h (214 mph). Crushing force, isn’t it?

SR Auto Porsche 918 Spyder rear view

The change done by SR Auto is not big but gives a fresh take on the Porsche. It now rocks a good set of wheels: forged two-piece PUR RS23.M2 sized at 20-inches. They feature more subtle finish and feature gloss black diamond face with a matching inner barrel. Respectively big tires are also at hand.

Source: SR Auto Group

August 25, 2016

This Red Hot Dodge Challenger coming directly from… Hell

Liberty Walk Dodge Challenger Hellcat by SR Auto front view If the devil had a ride it would be most definitely this Dodge Challenger Hellcat. With its Red Hot exterior paint scheme and one-off tuning pack, this is the most badass vehicle we have seen for awhile. Four different names are involved in the making, precisely Liberty Walk, KW, PUR Wheels and the Canadian tuning masters at SR Auto Group.

The tough part of the work can be attributed to the experts at the SR Auto, who have designed and put together this incredible project. As you can see nothing subtle is going on here. This Hellcat literally turns heads and breaks necks! And although we have already seen two examples of the unique Liberty Walk Challenger, this one proves to be the best out of them.

The first thing that the talented tuners have done here was to fit the Liberty Walk kit on. If you wonder what it comprises of, it is pretty simple (but very expressive): front and rear flare, and a rear spoiler.

Liberty Walk Dodge Challenger Hellcat by SR Auto wheels and Liberty Walk kit

From there they mounted a set of staggered twenty inch PUR LG06 wheels. They make the perfect harmony with the hellish exterior color of the Challenger with its matte black face and gloss DaVinci red step lip. As the experts say, “maintaining the whole red and black theme was a priority”. And it surely brings out great effect! The wheels were then shod with low-profile Michelins.

At last, but not least, the suspension which has brought the Dodge closer to the ground comprises of set of KW coilovers. Although we wanted to see a little bit engine tuning here, so that this Hellcat could perform even more devilish, the specialists have left the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 unit intact. This means that whoever is taking a ride in it will enjoy a maximum output of 707 horsepower (520 kW) and 880 Nm (650 lb.-ft.) of torque.

Source: SR Auto Group

June 2, 2016

Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Beautified by SR Auto Group

SR Auto Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Side View The New Prince is the nick name of this Mercedes-Benz AMG GT tuned by the specialists at the Canadian studio SR Auto Group. The car looks amazing even without modifications, but in sake of individuality this car has received some minor updates. And we do not want to see more, since this AMG GT has it all.

Considered the “angrier and younger brother” of the Mercedes-Benz SLS, the AMG GT was one of the most awaited and definitely satisfying introductions this year. The car features many benefits, but it is the most impressive in its performance figures and engine capabilities.

Speaking of which, the production variant of the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT comes equipped with the newly-developed AMG 4.0-litre V8 engine connected to the AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission. In this configuration, the car is capable of producing 462 hp (340 kW) and 600 Nm (443 lb-ft) of torque. The production AMG GT also reaches a top speed of 304 kmph and accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 4 seconds. When going 0-200 kmph the car needs 11.5 seconds.

SR Auto Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Rear View

The main focus of the tuning team therefore was on suspension and wheels, since they decided that the Mercedes got everything that it needs in terms of power and felt the body itself was styled perfectly from the factory.

The first thing was to add new suspension parameters. This has happened with the help of directly from H&R, which made sure that the Mercedes receive a new set of lowering springs. From there on, the specialists fitted the car with a set of double staggered two piece PUR 4OUR.M2 alloys.

They come in a special finish called Matte Anthracite but also have a gloss black inner barrel and monaco gold hardware. If you wonder about their size, well it is 9×20-inch at the front and 12×21-inch at the rear. Simple things make everything more stylish and beautiful, don’t they?

Source: SR Auto Group

December 22, 2015

Gloss Davinci Red Redefines Simplicity for this Ferrari 458 Italia

SR Auto Ferrari 458 Italia Front View It seems that Gloss Davinci Red is the favorite color of the Canadian tuners at SR Auto Group. Or at least their last two projects show this tendency. This time they have released a special edition of a Ferrari 458 Italia, which has been fitted with exclusive PUR 8IGHT wheels.

And did you know that the goal of the PUR 8IGHT when it was released years ago was to bulk up and shed away the unnecessary weight and to be as efficient as possible? Well, the goal was achieved and it was possible to translate it to the performance super cars like this Ferrari Italia.

As we can see from the released images, the car is dressed in black exterior paint finish and features these amazingly shiny red wheels with simple five-spoke design. Their color is called Gloss Davinci Red. The alloys are sized 21×9 at the front and 22×12 at the rear. We also see that they are coupled with low profile rubbers.

SR Auto Ferrari 458 Italia Rear View

Furthermore, the vibrant ‘pop of color’ adds a level of contrast to the simplistic design, but also makes more space for the brakes by emphasizing their size and complementing their color. In other words, these wheels seem as the perfect addition to the non-intrusive design of the 458 Italia.

And speaking of which, Ferrari 458 Italia is powered by the naturally-aspirated, direct-injection 4.5 litre V8 engine, which produces 578 horsepower (425 kW) at 540 Nm (398 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches a maximum speed of 320 km/h (198 mph).

The acceleration time which this Ferrari has for the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h is under 3.4 seconds. The power of the 458 Spider is transferred to the road by Ferrari’s class-leading dual-clutch F1 paddle-shift transmission through the sophisticated E-Diff. It is definitely a car to ride. Enjoy the pics!

Source: SR Auto Group

December 9, 2015

It’s Not Bunny Season but it is Definitely Time for a Custom Lexus RCF Rocket Bunny

SR Auto Lexus RCF Rocket Bunny Side When it comes to Canada, besides the cold weather and the abundantly beautiful nature, I am really fond of the Vanvouver-based tuning company called SR Auto Group. Their projects are really simple and beautiful. But behind this simplicity I see a lot of precision and great craftsmanship. Their latest project is based on the Lexus RCF, which has been fitted with some cool parts that mainly enhance its appeal.

The car is dressed in black so this is a perfect premise for fantastic visual improvements. You just can’t skip the Davinci Red faced PUR LX10.V3 wheels featuring Gloss Davinci Red step lip. They come in the size of 20-inches at all four corners and are surrounded by a full package Rocket Bunny kit.

SR Auto Lexus RCF Rocket Bunny Rear View

In details, the kit adds plethora of exterior upgrades including new front lip, fenders flares both at the front and rear, wing for a perfect tail, new side skirts for wider appearance, rear diffuser and spoiler.

The experts just couldn’t skip the lowering, so they needed an appropriate way to achieve that. So, basically they have installed a set of RSR fully adjustable coilovers, thus bringing the Lexus closer to the ground.

The final piece to the puzzle was the addition of Apexi Catback exhaust system which also pushes a little bit higher the power output.

So, how would you rate this customization?

Source: SR Auto Group

November 25, 2015

Liberty Walk Dodge Challenger Hellcat Goes Green

Liberty Walk Dodge Challenger Hellcat might seem to you as a very common name if you follow our blog regularly. And it is common. We have seen a similar car a couple of months ago, which was the result of the joint work of Liberty Walk and SR Auto Group. Unlike the first white car, this example comes in toxic green exterior color and this and no other reason (like electric motor) makes the vehicle go green.

The pure raw American muscle car is basically another angry cat that has come out of SR Auto’s bag. The Canadian tuning specialists have given it a Liberty Walk wide body kit. And we must admit that it gives the Dodge menacing and fierce look.

Liberty Walk Dodge Challenger Hellcat Rear and Side view

Just like the white Hellcat, the widened body was supported by Airrex air suspension system, which lowers the height of the Challenger significantly. The lowered ride height and the wider body proportions just screamed that they need new wheels.

So, the expert heard that and decided to install a set of forged three-piece PUR LG05 wheels with a matte black diamond face and polished step lip. With a compressor in the trunk, the lines run through to all four corners to increase and decrease pressure. Oh, and have we mentioned that the wheels measure 20-inches?

But there is still one problem. We can not decide which car we like better: the white one or the green one? What’s your choice?

Source: SR Auto Group

September 25, 2015

Liberty Walk and SR Auto Unite for Monstrous Dodge Challenger Hellcat

Liberty Walk Dodge Challenger Hellcat. This is the answer to the question “What is common between United States, Canada and Japan?” You might also ask, what does Canada have to do with it. Well, this is actually the first Liberty Walk Hellcat unleashed in Vancouver by our fellows at SR Auto Group. In addition, they also added some extra detailing, that makes the muscle car look even more astonishing!

Just take a look at the pictures below! I am already in love with this car, looking so menacing, purposeful and at the same time carrying something from the spirit of the legendary Challenger. I also adore the Liberty Walk kit, which seems that fits perfectly to the Dodge. And have you spotted the wheels?

Balance Between Old and New

Continuing to the details here, basically the tuners at SR Auto added the front and rear fender flares from Liberty Walk’s kit. After doing this, something still didn’t feel right. And it was the height of the car. Actually, no Liberty Walk car would be complete without bringing it straight to the ground. This has happened with the help of Airrex Air System, which literally dropped the Dodge to the pavement.

At last, the experts added classy PUR LG01 wheels in gloss gold with polished step lip. They come in size of 20-inch at all four corners. And this is the element of the tuning which gives the car that good-old look we all love.

It is always nice to see such great projects, isn’t it? Only one thing makes me very sad. SR Auto didn’t say how much the car costs, so that I could start sparing some money.

Source: SR Auto Group

July 10, 2015

SR Auto Releases Two-Tone Pack for Lamborghini Aventador LP720

SR Auto Lamborghini Aventador LP720 is the latest addition in the garage of the extremely popular Canadian tuners. As a matter of fact, I’m really fond of these guys. Their expertise is so exquisite that when they modify a vehicle it really stands out. And this is even if they have changed only the wheels. Well, the case with this Lambo isn’t the same. It actually received an extensive treatment for both its exterior and interior.

Exterior

As you can see the exterior of the SR Auto Lamborghini Aventador LP720 looks least to say intriguing. It has been decided in two-tone paint scheme. This not only makes it looks more aggressive, but also perfectly characterizes its spirit.

The red and black theme is continued via painted or wrapped gloss black elements. The rear end sports a low down carbon fiber rear wing, while the front and rear received a massive LP720 bumper conversion.

Interior

The same design theme is found inside. The exclusive black leather and Alcantara upholstery for the seats and door guards has been contrasted via red stitching. In fact, the latter forms a diamond theme, making the SR Auto Lamborghini Aventador LP720 an example of perfection. The interior also features gloss black elements.

Wheels & Tires

This exceptionally looking car runs on Gloss Black PUR LX04.V3 wheels. At the front they come in the size of 20×9, while at the rear the chosen dimension is 21×12.5. The wheel design also features Gloss Black step lip.

Performance & Suspension

In terms of suspension, the Lambo LP720 comes with brand new PUR Sport Adjustment Arms. At last, SR Auto decided that it is a nice idea to boost little bit the performance of the car. For this reason they have added a frequency intelligent exhaust system.

Source: SR Auto Group

June 26, 2015

Liberty Walk Teams Up with SR Auto for this Insane Lamborghini Aventador

2015 Liberty Walk Lamborghini Aventador is a one-off soupercar which has been crafted by the hands of the specialists at SR Auto Group. Striving to bring you the best, the Canadian experts has just revealed this insane Aventador. Their goal was to create something sleek and refined.

This is why this Lambo isn’t painted in some strange color and in fact it exudes elegance and class. However, the traditional black color was perfectly contrasted by the shiny matte silver PUR LX wheels that come in size of 20×9 at the front and 21×13 at the rear. They also feature polished lip.

The superior performance of the Aventador is supported by new Airrex suspension. Speaking of performance this beautiful black Lamborghini is powered by a V12 engine, which generates no less than 700 horsepower (522 kW) and 690 Nm (511 lb-ft) of torque.

What about the exterior? Of course, this is where the Liberty Walk modifications happened. To go into details, the vehicle received new LW front and rear fender flares, side skirts and GT wing. They look so normal on this Lambo that one might think they have been factory made.

Besides them, the supercar also got LP720 front and rear bumpers, which distinguish it additionally from the rest Aventadors. And if you by chance happen to be in Vancouver this summer, you would probably see it roaming on the streets.

Source: SR Auto Group

June 8, 2015

SR Auto Surprises with Aero Package for Lamborghini Aventador

SR Auto Lamborghini Aventador Side View After the very good feedback from the joint project of Liberty Walk and SR Auto Group, the insane Ferrari 458 Spider, the Canadian specialists are now presenting their next intriguing machine. If you have followed their work, then you should know that they have this special relationship with Lamborghini cars. When it comes to tuning them, they simply do their best.

The matte black exterior you see is not a new thing, but it is factory made. However, everything that is shiny and glossy can be attributed to the work of SR Auto that has installed the PUR Aero carbon fiber kit.

Precisely, it adds front lip and side skirts made from the lightweight material as well as rear diffuser. The project does not end with the installation of the kit, but continues with the new race adjustment arms that help bring the Aventador closer to the ground.

Regarding the performance of this beautiful matte Lambo, we only know that it has been given a new valvetronic exhaust system delivered by Innotech Performance. Probably, there isn’t a huge change in the numbers, so this means that the V12 under the hood produces no less than 700 horsepower (522 kW) and 690 Nm (511 lb-ft) of torque.

At last, we can’t just skip the wheels that contrast so prominently. PUR LX04.V3 was the choice for this Lamborghini. The alloys are finished in gloss brilliant silver and feature polished step lip. They come in 21 inches at the front corners and 21 inches at the back. Of course, low profile tires are a must!

Source: SR Auto

March 17, 2015

SR Auto and DXSC Release Exclusive Aventador “Guardian of the Galaxy”

I’ve never seen more beautiful Aventador Roadster in my life! Honestly! And although I personally prefer a more minimalistic design, this “Guardians Of The Galaxy” inspired Lambo just took my mind. The tuners behind this project are two talented companies: the Vancouver super car club DXSC and SR Auto Group. They have given an allover galaxy wrap job to the car, making it wilder and more exceptionally attractive than ever. This tuning literally goes above and beyond Earth’s atmosphere!

This Aventador not only wears one of the most unique wraps I have ever seen up to date, but it also runs on a set of wheels that balance out the whole theme of the car. Landing on the galaxy was a set of ADV005 TS SL in a staggered fitment of 21×9 and 22×12 inches. They are in matte black color and feature gloss tint lip.

In fact, the wrapping technique didn’t really take much of my attention so far. But this galactic Lamborghini shows how a single foil and a set of wheels can be really worth of making it through to the news all over the world.

Unfortunately, except for the pictures and the presented data, there are no words whether the supersports car is further modified or not. And if this Lambo stays with the stock figures, this means that it will be capable of producing 700 horsepower (522 kW) and 690 Nm (511 lb-ft) of torque from its 6.5 liter naturally aspirated V12 engine.

The unit is coupled with a seven-speed ISR transmission sending the power to an AWD system. The 0-100 km/h acceleration sprint is covered in 3.0 seconds, while the 0-200 km/h – in 8.6 seconds. The top speed is positioned at 350 km/h (218 mph).

Source: SR Auto Group

November 17, 2014

Duke Dynamics and SR Auto Collaborate to Show Stunning BMW Z4

It is very rare to see a tuning which involves the extremely sport BMW Z4. And this project by Duke Dynamics is one of these examples. For it, the tuners have collaborated with the experts at SR Auto Group to create the stunning visual appeal of the Z4. In fact, the car can now show-off with a new body, due to the addition of Duke Dynamics wide body kit.

It comprises of Duke Dynamics front bumper, which lends the car more aggressive styling compare to the stock front facial and includes honeycomb mesh. In the kit there are also featured new wide front and wide rear fenders, side skirts and rear bumper.

But this is not all of it: Duke Dynamics vented hood is made of lightweight carbon fiber contributing towards weight saving. The vents can be closed or open with the mesh. At last, company’s rear diffuser is inspired and developed for a perfect blend of graceful appearances. It ensures the effective downforce for the BMW and features Eisenmann sport quad exhaust system.

With this widened exterior, the tuners at SR Auto Group were seduced to fill up the larger fenders. As a result, they have added a set of forged three piece PUR LG02 wheels, which were specifically engineered specifically for the widebody Z4. They are finished with an electric blue face and include polished lip. The size is measured at 19×9” at the front and 19×11 at the back.

This enriched and outstanding BMW Z4 model is a synonym for style, speed and performance, and more importantly is capable of producing the staggering 245 horsepower (180 kW). The torque it produces is 350 Nm (260 lb-ft). The result is that the Z4 absolutely effortlessly accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in only 5.7 seconds.

Source: SR Auto Group

October 20, 2014

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SR Auto Group is responsible for the stylish change

Balance Between Old and New

Exterior

Interior

Wheels & Tires

Performance & Suspension