Friday, May 15, 2009
Bugatti Veyron
The Veyron may be the ultimate exotic sports car. It is a 1,001-horsepower, $1.2 million super sports car that can reach a top speed of 252 mph in refined elegance. The 16-cylinder Veyron crushes many traditional automotive standards and receives its North American production premiere in Los Angeles.
The production Veyron was shown for the first time on October 19, 2005 at the Tokyo Motor Show. The official United States launch for the production version occurred at the 2006 Los Angeles International Auto Show in January. Visual differences between the prototype and production Veyrons are slight, but noticeable marks include the addition of marker lights or reflectors on the front fenders and a more pronounced "dorsal spine" on the hood (reminiscent of the Bugatti Atlantic), especially near the windshield.
Koenigsegg CCXR Edition
The CCXR from Koenigsegg will take you to an entirely new level of performance. It is a derivative of the CCX, with a highly modified engine that can run on E85 and E100 Biofuel as well as normal 98 octane petrol (Europe). When run on regular petrol, the 4.7 litre twin-supercharged Koenigsegg engine delivers 806 Bhp, but this figure rises to an astonishing 1018 Bhp when the car is run on E85 Biofuel.
The CCXR is the first green supercar in the world and thereby sets a great example for others to follow. Since the ethanol in E85 fuel has a much higher octane rating and internal cooling capacity, the engine can run with higher compression, boost pressure and more spark advance compared to the normal petrol-fuelled CCX, whilst still maintaining the same exhaust temperature
Noble Automotive M15
This machine represents a whole new philosophy and takes the core values of dynamic excellence, lightweight engineering, value-for-money and blistering performance to a whole new level of comfort, refinement and everyday usability. There's even room for luggage
With 455 bhp and 455lb ft of torque, it's also the most powerful production car to leave the Leicestershire factory, capable of hitting 60 mph from standstill in less than 3.5 seconds and a maximum speed of 185 mph. It is, therefore, a credible and more exclusive alternative to other supercars.
Koenigsegg CCX
The CCX is the latest iteration of the Koenigsegg CC family. The CCX is in many aspects a new car since it has been re-engineered to comply with the US regulation and market demands. Still, it has been a key issue for the Koenigsegg Team to keep the distinctive and record breaking CC shape. We believe it is important to avoid trends and instead hone the aerodynamic shape of the CC range for the future, only enhancing its unique look and appearance with tighter lines and a more aggressive stance. We also believe in continuity. A new Koenigsegg shall show a clear lineage from its predecessor and shall not follow any other design trends – but enhance its already proven concept and shape to perfection. CCX stands for Competition Coupe X. The CCX commemorates the 10th anniversary of the completion and test drive of the first CC maiden prototype, which rolled out from the R&D Department in 1996.
Ferrari F40
The Ferrari F40 was THE car of the 1980s supercar boom. It was THE poster car on the wall of nearly every teenage boy in the world. Its combination of towering performance, aggressive styling and outstanding handling hailed it as one of the best of the era. But it also benefited from the speculative boom in supercar values that drove up demand to unsustainable levels. Just over 1,300 Ferrari F40s were produced over a period of 3 years, making it one of the highest volume ultimate supercars that Ferrari have ever produced.... and still my favourite. I'd have it over any Ferrari any day!
Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
The Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren is an amazing sports car and supercar co-developed by DaimlerChrysler and McLaren Cars. Most people presume "SLR" to stand for "Sportlich, Leicht, Rennsport" (German for "Sport; Light; Racing"). The car's base price is £300,000 or $455,500 (including $2500 shipping and $3000 gas-guzzler tax). According to the German magazine Auto Motor und Sport, September 2006 may mark an update to the SLR including a power increase for its supercharged V8 from 626 to 650 hp DIN (German horsepower numbers), an updated interior, 19-inch wheels, a firmer suspension, a new braking system and increased weight savings. New colors (blue exterior, tan interior) may also be available. Rob Moran, the U.S Representative for Merecedes-Benz, states, "We'll reveal it when It's ready".
Ferrari 599 GTB
The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano, is Ferrari's forthcoming 2-seat Gran Tourer, built to replace the 575M Maranello. The Ferrari 599 GTB made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show on February 28, 2006. The styling of the 599 GTB was handled by Pininfarina, under the direction of Ferrari stylist, Frank Stephenson. It is named for its engine displacement and the Fiorano test track used by Ferrari.
Brabus Bullit
The brand new Brabus Bullit is the 'Ultimate Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing' with its massive V12 Biturbo Engine, producing a brain tingling 720bhp (730 PS) of brute power, and a tire shredding 974 lb-ft (1,320 Nm) of torque (which they have had to limit electronically to 1,100 Nm (811 lb-ft) for fear of popping your tires every morning setting off for work) which gives the Brabus a top speed of more than 360 km/h (224 mph)
Over the past thirty years Brabus has have become extremely good at shoehorning large and extremely powerful engines into the much smaller cars. This path led to numerous world records for Brabus and entries into the Guinness Book of World Records. The all-new Brabus Bullit, is built in small-series production based on the new Mercedes C-Class sedan, to celebrate its world debut at the IAA 2007 as the ultimate wolf in sheep’s clothing
Bentley Continental GTC
The Continental GTC, Bentley Motors’ new luxury 2+2 convertible, will be officially unveiled at the New York International Automobile Show in April 2006. When the stunning convertible goes on sale later this year it will complete the Bentley Continental model range, following the introduction of the highly successful Continental GT in 2003 and four-door Continental Flying Spur in 2005.
Audi R8
The 2007 Audi R8 was built to take your breath away. Audi’s leading designers have pushed the boundaries of racing technology, futuristic construction and luxury refinement to deliver a genuine masterpiece. The R8’s features include a centrally-mounted, high-revving V8 petrol engine, Audi Space Frame (ASF) construction, front and rear double wishbone suspension and the stability of quattro four-wheel-drive.
Aston Martin DB9
The Aston Martin DB9, is a Grand tourer launched by the Aston Martin company in 2004. This was the first new car to be built at Aston's new Gaydon facility. The "DB" part of the name comes from David Brown, the owner of Aston Martin for a large part of its history. This model, the Aston Martin DB9, was designed by Ian Callum and finished by his successor, Henrik Fisker, was meant to supersede the now-discontinued Aston Martin DB7, which started production in 1994
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
MERCEDES BENZ S 65 AMG
The Mercedes-Benz S 65 AMG made its world premiere at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on January 8, 2006. The top-of-the-line S-Class has more power than any other vehicle in its class. Its ultra-powerful AMG 6.0-litre V12 biturbo engine delivers performance that many sports car drivers can only dream about.
MERCEDES BENZ SLK 55 AMG
The Mercedes Benz SLK was updated in 2004 with a new Formula One-inspired appearance and serious performance. For 2005 the new R171-platform SLK was again on Car and Driver's Ten Best list, and it also won the Canadian Car of the Year's Best New Convertible award. Highlighting its potential appeal to women, New Zealand's Lucire magazine announced it as its 'Car to Be Seen in' for 2005.
FERRARI 360 SPIDER
The Ferrari 360 Spider is Ferrari's 20th road-going convertible and is a record breaker in two quite different ways. Without doubt it is the best Spider Maranello has ever produced in terms of engineering, looks, and performance. And, thanks to the exclusive know-how Ferrari has accumulated as a Formula 1 constructor, it is the most technologically advanced convertible available today. Despite the car's mid-mounted V8 engine, Ferrari engineers have found a way of creating a hood that automatically folds away inside the engine bay. With the hood up or down, the engine is still visible under its clear glass cover.
HONDA NSX R
Ten years after the introduction of the original NSX-R, Honda's objective is delivering new aerodynamic technologies to achieve a level of stability beyond earlier designs. The NSX-R has a more aggressive rear spoiler and hood vent, along with other refinements to reduce the weight to 1270 kg. Under the body, panels and air fences in the front, along with a small rear diffuser serve to produce balanced downforce. The subtle changes along with its renowned handling have kept NSX-R in contention on the track even against considerably higher-powered cars.
BMW 130I M SPORT
The BMW 1 Series was designed to compete against the Audi A3 and Volkswagen Golf, it is the only car in its class to have rear-wheel drive and a longitudinally-mounted engine. And with performance figures of 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 6.2 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) are the tantalising results. These figures better rivals such as the Alfa Romeo 147 GTA, Audi A3 3.2 V6 Sport Quattro Sportback and the Mercedes C320 SE Sports Coup
BMW Z8
The BMW Z8 was made from 2000 to 2003. The Z8 is the production variant of the 1997 Z07 concept car, which was designed by Henrik Fisker at BMW's Designworks in Southern California. In order to promote the Z8 to collectors and reinforce media speculation about the Z8's "instant classic" potential, BMW made the promise- unprecedented in the auto industry- that a 50 year stockpile of spare parts would be maintained in order to support the Z8 fleet.
Monday, May 11, 2009
Ultra-Luxury Cars
According to R.L. Polk and Co., the "super luxury" segment (cars costing more than $100,000) is one of only two to show market growth over the last five years. R.L. Polk and Company is a global automotive information and marketing firm that provides solutions to automotive and related industries.
"The popularity of super luxury sedans among affluent American consumers has opened the door for automakers to roll out a whole new generation of innovative, amenity-laden models," said Eric Papacek, analytic consultant for Polk.
"The popularity of super luxury sedans among affluent American consumers has opened the door for automakers to roll out a whole new generation of innovative, amenity-laden models," said Eric Papacek, analytic consultant for Polk.
2009 Jaguar XF
The 2009 jaguar xf is a new model, replacing the aging s-type in Jaguar's lineup. This mid-sized, rear-wheel-drive sedan offers a fresh, engaging alternative to luxury imports such as the audia6 bmw 5 Series, Mercedes e-class, and lexus GS. After a 300-mile test drive, we'd rank the Jaguar XF near the top of its class.
The Jaguar XF delivers everything you'd expect in a contemporary luxury sedan, and then some. The big news with XF is styling, interior design and features, though the hardware underneath is anything but ordinary. A lot of it, including the suspension design, is borrowed from the Jaguar XK.
The Jaguar XF delivers everything you'd expect in a contemporary luxury sedan, and then some. The big news with XF is styling, interior design and features, though the hardware underneath is anything but ordinary. A lot of it, including the suspension design, is borrowed from the Jaguar XK.
HONDA NSX R
Ten years after the introduction of the original NSX-R, Honda's objective is delivering new aerodynamic technologies to achieve a level of stability beyond earlier designs. The NSX-R has a more aggressive rear spoiler and hood vent, along with other refinements to reduce the weight to 1270 kg. Under the body, panels and air fences in the front, along with a small rear diffuser serve to produce balanced downforce. The subtle changes along with its renowned handling have kept NSX-R in contention on the track even against considerably higher-powered cars.
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