Rolls-Royce has announced two bespoke Phantoms for the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The Baynunah Phantom features BMW-sourced Milano Beige paint, an Everflex tan roof, a gold plated Spirit of Ecstasy, and 21-inch seven-spoke wheels. Interior options include Walnut bur veneer, Arabian camel harness-inspired wood inlay, a Starlight headliner, and RR logo embroidered headrests.
The other edition is the falcon inspired Shaheen Phantom Coupe, with Orchid Pearl paint and 21-inch polished wheels. The cabin offers Mugello Red / Seashell leather upholstery, a red carbon fiber instrument panel, and Marine White veneers.
-> Check out the Press Release after the break for more information.
Ford has officially revealed the 2012 Mustang Boss 302 and Boss 302 Laguna Seca. The cars are inspired by the classic 1969 model.
Power is generated by a revised version of the Mustang GT’s 5.0 litre V8 powerhouse. It produces 440 bhp and 515 Nm of torque thanks to a new intake, a quad exhaust, and modified camshafts.
To ensure a nice sporty ride, Ford added higher-rate coil springs and stiffer suspension bushings. In addition, these models also get a speed-sensitive electronic steering system (with three modes: Comfort, normal and sport), defeatable traction control / electronic stability control systems, and adjustable shocks (with five manual settings) and struts.
Other cool performance stuff include a race-inspired clutch, a short-throw six-speed manual transmission, and a Brembo front braking system.
Please find the press release after the break for more detailed information
Jaguar unveiled the XJ75 Platinum Concept as a way to celebrate their 75th anniversary.
The anniversary model is based on the XJL Supercharged and features Satin Matte Pearlescent White paint, black accents, an aerodynamic body kit, and 22-inch alloy wheels.
According to the XJ’s Chief Designer, Giles Taylor, “From a pure design perspective, the XJ75 Platinum Concept is foremost about emphasizing the striking proportion and presence of the new XJ, with a distilled black and white theme, which conjures up the sense of precious platinum.”
The press release after the break gives further info on this special car.
The stunningly powerful Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport may have set a new world speed record a couple of weeks ago at the VW Group’s Ehra-Lessein proving grounds in Germany, but (as it turns out) the supercar is still being tested on normal roads. Our colleaguesatDiariomotor came across an undisguised example of the Super Sport hanging out with two more “standard” Veyrons somewhere in Spain and made this amazing video.
This special edition Veyron Super Sport comes with four enlarged turbochargers and super-size intercoolers pushing the output of the 8.0-liter W16 engine to a mind-boggling 1200 bhp and 1500 Nm of peak torque.
Even though the Super Sport was clocked at 431.07 km/h (268 mph) in Germany, the production model’s top speed will be electronically limited to 415 km/h (258.1 mph) to protect the tires. The flagship Veyron model will go into production in a limited series this fall.
Just as in April, this OnlyDreamCars Special post features a stock Ford Mustang which was tuned to acquire impressive power gains. The Bama Custom Tuning team of AmericanMuscle.com work hard not to merely get power gains, but also greatlyimprove driveability, throttle response, and shifting without sacrificing anything!
Perhaps you’re interested in getting your 2011 5.0L GT tuned? You’d be happy to hear that these calibrations are available for purchase as well at AmericanMuscle.com!
According to Porsche, the 500 bhp Porsche Cayenne Turbo gets from zero to sixty in 4.4 seconds. The 385 bhp 911 Carrera 4S with PDK takes 4.3 seconds to run the same distance. With such remarkably close acceleration times, Autocar wanted to see how the Cayenne Turbo would handle compared to the 911 around Millbrook’s 1.39-kilometer Outer Handling Circuit. The answer: An extraordinary performance. Check out the race to watch Steve Sutcliffe scorching the Porsches around the circuit.
It’s probably safe to say that most of us will never get to drive the Mercedes SLS AMG, yet 100 lucky contestants will get a chance to climb behind the wheel and take it for a spin.
As part of the SLS AMG Rare Experiences campaign, the company will setup a Gran Turismo 5 racing experience at Mercedes-Benz World in the UK. The people who post the 100 fastest laps times will get to “drive, drift and slide the SLS AMG around the Mercedes-Benz World track (after a training session with a professional driver).”
But it gets even better. as this GT5 event is part of the larger Rare Experiences campaign. This also offers an all-expenses paid tour of the AMG factory and a chance to drive the SLS AMG around the Top Gear test track. Clues will be released on the SLS’ Facebook and Twitter page, so check them out for additional information.
Citroën has released a teaser video of the Survolt concept, ahead of the car’s track debut at the Le Mans Classic on July 10th.
As seen at the unveiling of the car at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, the Survolt boasts sexy styling, a tubular chassis, and carbon fiber bodywork.
The power is provided by two electric motors, with a combined 300 bhp, which are powered by twin 31 kW lithium-ion batteries. The amazing fact is that this allows the car to accelerate from 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in less than five seconds and hit a top speed of 260 km/h (162 mph). When depleted, the batteries can be recharged in two hours (with a rapid charger) or ten hours (with a standard 220 volt outlet).
Lexus has released its first promotional short-film, a new kind of advertising that has served its premium brand competitors such as Audi and BMW well.
It is the Lexus CT 200h an upcoming compact hybrid sedan, in the starring role of this 12 minute and 30 second film called “Dark Ride.”In the high-definition film “the customer” is riding shotgun and directing Tony’s driving moves. The film is now available online at www.lexusdarkride.com where viewers can take advantage of an interactive feature which allows them to place themselves in the passenger seat as “the customer.”
The Lexus CT 200h goes on sale in the U.S. market early next year (2011).
