Rejuvenated by a substantial model update, the fifth generation of the Mercedes SL now starts yet another chapter in the unparalleled success story of the popular Mercedes roadster. The corresponding exclusive sport program comes from Brabus. Powerful increased-displacement engines with up to 720 hp, a striking designer suit, high-quality light-alloy wheels with diameters of up to 20 inches, professional suspension tuning and custom interior design: The Brabus program leaves nothing to be desire ...
The AMG PERFORMANCE STUDIO has developed a new limited edition vehicle, the exclusive SL 63 AMG Edition IWC. Limited to a total of 200 units, the new roadster features an eye-catching designo magno Kashmir white finish as well as an AMG Exterior Carbon package with a matte surface. In keeping with the exterior appearance, the vehicle's interior is fitted with Carbon matte trim as well as Tobago Brown nappa leather upholstery that creates additional visual and tactile highlights. In addition, the ...
Vauxhall's mighty VXR8 super-saloon gets a potent new V8 engine for 2008, with even more power and improved performance. The new unit allows the VXR8 to raise the bar yet again among its rivals, optimising its sophisticated rear-wheel drive chassis still further and retaining its mantle as a driver's car like no other in its class. New colour and equipment options further enhance this, the fastest car to wear the Griffin badge.
Known as LS3, the new V8 engine's capacity grows from 5967cc to ...
The Sang Noir is special edition version of the Bugatti 16.4 Veyron that gives tribute to the legendary Bugatti Atlantique 57S. Differences from the standard Veyron include a black-themed exterior with a slightly different grille, side mirrors, unique wheels, and an orange interior. ...
In celebration of Carroll Shelby’s 85TH birthday Shelby Distribution USA under license from Shelby Licensing and in partnership with Shelby Automobiles Inc. will reproduce the three dominating Shelby American GT40® race cars that accomplished one of the greatest feats in American automotive racing history into a street legal vehicle that can be driven or simply collected. These rolling chassis will receive a Shelby Automobiles Inc. MSO and will be recorded in the Shelby Registry along with the S ...
To mark the 30th anniversary of the BMW M1 super sports car, BMW Group Design presented a homage to this legendary model as part of the Concorso d"Eleganza Villa d"Este 2008. The BMW M1 designed by Giorgio Giugiaro was a car of superlatives and a highly emotive vehicle that was uncompromisingly primed for the race track. Spawning this development was the BMW Turbo by Paul Bracq, a revolutionary concept car which, in addition to its groundbreaking functional design, also boasted a raft of technic ...
Concurrent with the market launch of the updated Mercedes SLK-Class, Brabus presented an exclusive customization program. The palette of products ranges from engine tuning with up to 438 hp to a sporty-yet elegant aerodynamic-enhancement program, and includes custom-tailored light-alloy wheels and suspensions as well as individual interior options.
For the top-of-the-line SLK55 AMG model, Brabus offers its 6.1 S displacement engine. It has a rated power output of 438 hp and produces a peak to ...
ALPINA has a long and successful history in international motorsport. Well-known F1 and Touring Car drivers such as Niki Lauda, Jacky Ickx, Hans Stuck and Dieter Quester gripped an ALPINA steering wheel on their way to winning three European Touring Car Championships. ALPINA pilots also won the Nürburgring 24 Hours numerous times, as well as the 24 Hours of Spa in 1970.
"We think that the BMW 6 Series – especially with the super-charged, torque-laden 4,4 l V8 ALPINA engine from the B6 S (530 ...