domenica 13 gennaio 2013

Jeep Wrangler by Kahn Design

Kahn Design has presented the Jeep Wrangler Platinum Pearl. Outside, the Wrangler by Kahn stands for matte painting, copper-colored brake calipers, new front grille, black gas cap, rear view mirrors in body color and Kahn RS 20-inch alloy wheels with black finish. On request, you can install a new exhaust system. The interior can be custom-tailored, thanks to a long range of materials for coatings and finishes. The first two models have ​​front and rear seats in black leather with orange details, the center console of the dashboard in body color, increased audio system and instrument panel with orange speedometer and tachometer.

BMW M3 by Velos Designwerks

The tuner Velos Designwerks has presented its processing to the BMW M3. In addition to touch up the exterior, which appears with white body, five-spoke dark bronze alloy wheels and red brake, the tuner has also changed the mechanics. The BMW M3 by Velos Designwerks includes a lowered suspension and a Brembo braking system, thanks to the ESS VT625 kit, the 4-liter V8 earns 200 hp and now it delivers a total power of 625 hp. Velos Designwerks has not released any performance data.

venerdì 11 gennaio 2013

2013 Mercedes E 63 AMG

Mercedes has released the first photos and official information about the E 63 AMG, which will be presented at the Detroit Motor Show 2013. For the first time the model will be offered with either rear-wheel drive or 4Matic all-wheel. The body of AMG shares updates makeover with the other models, adding aerodynamic and technical equipment. The most important change is the introduction of 4Matic S, the version at the top of the range, which is equipped with the 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8 that produces 585 hp and 800 Nm of torque, mated to all-wheel drive. The E63 AMG is also available with the 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8 with 557 hp and 720 Nm, combined with either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The E63 rear-wheel drive accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds, the 4Matic requires only 3.7 s, while the 4Matic S accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.6 seconds and reaches a top speed electronically limited to 300 km/h. All versions are equipped with the seven-speed SPEEDSHIFT MCT, which provides the functions of automatic shotgun and Race Start, in addition to the four driving modes: Controlled Efficiency, Sport, Sport + and Manual. The ESP can be adjusted to three levels of intervention. The suspension is adjustable with the Ride Control on Comfort, Sport and Sport Plus mode. On request, you can also have the carbon-ceramic brakes. The E 63 AMG will debut in April in the rear-wheel drive version, in June will follow the 4Matic 4Matic and S.

giovedì 10 gennaio 2013

Mercedes SLS AMG by Vilner

The latest creation of the Bulgarian tuner Vilner is based on the Mercedes SLS AMG. The tuning concerns especially the interior, the only change outside is noticed in the front headlights. The interior of the SLS has been embellished with fine leather and Alcantara. Alcantara also covers the sports steering wheel with flat bottom and the tapestries of the boot lid, where there is also the AMG logo sewn by hand. Furthermore, between the seats, a storage pocket has been obtained.

Lamborghini Gallardo Soho by DMC

The German tuner DMC, specialized in luxury GT, has presented the Soho, a processing based on the Lamborghini Gallardo: a tribute to the first ten years of this model. The version that DMC focused is not the actual, but regards the older 5.0 V10 and 5.0 V10 SE, which correspond to production from 2003 to 2008. The tuning includes a carbon fiber bodykit with aerodynamic and aesthetic functions. Outside, the Gallardo Soho features a new front bumper with splitter and side spoilers, side skirts, redesigned exterior rear mirrors and a rear diffuser. Inside, the changes include exclusive leather and carbon fiber trim on the seats, dashboard, center console and door panels. On request you can have glossy black wheels and high performance tires. The mechanics is standard: the V10 5.0 liter that develops 500 and 520 hp (respectively for the Gallardo 5.0 V10 and 5.0 V10 SE) and 510 Nm of torque. The performance remains unchanged: acceleration 0-100 km/h in 4 seconds and top speed 315 km/h.

mercoledì 9 gennaio 2013

Mercedes C63 Coupé AMG Black Series by Prior Design

The German tuner Prior Design has modified the Mercedes C63 AMG Coupe Black Series. Prior Design has developed a bodykit that includes a new front spoiler, air intakes on the bonnet, redesigned side skirts, wider wheel arches and a new rear bumper with diffuser. The 20-inch alloy wheels have a new design. The processing does not include the mechanical, the engine is the 6.2-liter supercharged V8 as standard with 517 hp and 620 Nm of torque, mated to the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed dual-clutch.

Ferrari 458 Spider by Capristo

The exhaust specialist Capristo has made ​​a small change to the Ferrari 458 Spider. The modification consists in a small window of clear glass on the hood that reveals the 4.5-liter V8 engine with 570 hp, as this is possible on the 458 Italia Coupe but not on the standard 458 Spider. Cost of the tuning: 9800 euro. 

martedì 8 gennaio 2013

Supercharged BMW E92 M3 Blitzkrieg by Active Autowerke

The tuner Active Autowerke has modified a BMW M3 E92, which now delivers 700 hp. The M3 named  Blitzkrieg features a Generation 7 Level 3 intercooled supercharger kit, full Signature Exhaust, and Meth-Injection system. Furthermore, the M3 is equipped with twelve-piston calipers, JRZ race suspension and a set of Nitto Invo tires. Outside, the M3 Blitzkrieg mounts carbon fiber pieces as the rear diffuser, front splitter and rear wing. The forged wheels are 20-inch. The wrap of the car body is inspired by the BMW 3.0 CSL of 1976. Video below.

BMW 1 M Coupé by Schwabenfolia

The BMW 1 Series M Coupe has been modified by the hand of Schwabenfolia. This tuner, specialized in colored adhesive films, for the BMW 1 Series he has chosen a lime green color for the body and a glossy black film for mirrors, roof and rear wing. Even the alloy wheels are painted in glossy black, with a green finish. At the body kit, you can add a mechanical processing, consisting of front and rear spacers, Bilstein Sports suspensions, control unit and titanium exhaust. The changes allow the 6-cylinder twin-turbo 3.0-liter engine to increase the power to 408 hp (+73) and torque to 450 Nm. You can also customize the interior with sports steering wheel, lime green starter button and sports seats .

lunedì 7 gennaio 2013

Honda S2000 Modulo Climax

Honda will present at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show the S2000 Modulo Climax, a special edition of the two-seater spider. The front is characterized by a new bumper, while the interior is two-tone red and black leather with racing finishes. The body is painted in a special paint called Candy Red. The engine is still the 2.0-liter naturally aspirated with 240 hp.