German Mercedes tuner Brabus has unveiled an Apple themed Mercedes S-Class iBusiness edition.
Designed to be the ultimate executive sedan, the iBusiness has a revised front fascia, aggressive side skirts (with integrated lighting), a sport exhaust system, and Monoblock light-alloy wheels (available in sizes from 19 to 21 inches).
As you can imagine, the cabin is outfitted with all the latest Apple technology. The gadgets include two iPads with Bluetooth keyboards (which can control the Mercedes COMAND system), a Mac Mini, a 64GB iPod touch, a 15.2-inch TFT display, and internet connectivity via UMTS / HSDPA. In addition, one can relax on premium leather seats, with power-operated rear privacy curtains. The interior is made complete with yachting wood trim, illuminated scuff plates, a sport steering wheel, and anodized aluminum pedals.
This special model features a 6.3-liter SV12 R Biturbo 750 12-cylinder engine with 740 bhp under the bonnet. This powerhouse allows the luxury sedan to accelerate from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.0 seconds, before hitting a top speed of 340 km/h (211 mph).
The iBusiness package is available on any S-Class engine variant from the S350 to the S65 AMG. Customers can pick and choose their options.
[ Source: Brabus ]
-> Please find the Press Release after the break, for all the info..
Recent reports revealed that Gemballa has scheduled a Monday press conference where they will announce plans to relaunch the company.
At this point in time the details are limited, but the German tuner will be headed by new CEO Andreas Schwarz who has acquired the rights to the Gemballa name. Financing will be provided by Steffen Korbach and possibly several dealers.
In Prestige Cars magazine, Schwarz has stated that “The design guidelines should continue on the basis of previous works and we are already working on concepts for the Porsche Panamera, the new Cayenne and the Ferrari Enzo. The know-how in terms of finance provided by Korbach as (the) investor should also enable the company to access the capital market more easily in the future.” He also revealed that the first new products will be introduced at Top Marques Abu Dhabi in January 2011.
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
For customers in the U.K., the Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari has now received a price tag of £29,600 (€35,500) for a right-hand drive model of the Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari. This model is an improvement on the Abarth 500, itself an improvement on the Fiat 500C, the 695 Tributo will be limited to 152 units.
The car generates 180 bhp from a 1368 cc turbocharged engine. While delivering combined fuel economy of 43.3 mpg (UK), the 695 still manages to reach 100 km/h in seven seconds. The car’s top speed is 140 mph.
Abarth says they wanted to create a vehicle “with stunning performance matched to perfect day-to-day usability.” Its performance is highlighted by a Scuderia Red paint job, grey racing stripes outlined in black, Corsa Grey 17-inch alloy wheels, and matching grille. It also has carbon fiber wing mirrors.
Special orders will soon be accepted at the 17 Abarth dealerships in the UK.
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!
German tuning firm Novitec Tridente has released a new tuning package for the Maserati Quattroporte. Modifications to the eight-cylinder 4.7-liter engine boost power up to 590 bhp.
This means a jump of 160 bhp on the Quattroporte S to a total 590 bhp. On its own, the engine converstion costs a minimum €19,900. This engine tuning package is also available for the Quattroporte Sport GT S.
It translates to a staggering 0-100 km/h (62 mph) sprint time of 4.6 seconds, and 14.9 seconds to 200 km/h (124 mph). Top speed on the car is 295 km/h (183 mph).
Customers can also order three-piece 21-inch wheels measuring 9J in front and 11J in back, with Pirelli P Zero tires. To add to the car’s sporty look, engineers also developed a new carbon fiber rear spoiler. A coil-over suspension is available with several settings and continuous height adjustment.
New interior elements can also be chosen as part of the tuning package, such as leather, Alcantara, and various entertainment equipment. Price tags of non-engine related modifications have not been revealed yet.
BMW has released new details about the M-Sports package for the 2011 X3.
Outside, the X3 gets revised bumpers and modified side skirts with the body-colour styling kit. Other goodies include 19-inch M light-weight alloy wheels, Shadow Line trim (window surrounds and roof rails), and exclusive Carbon Black metallic paint.
As far as the interior is concerned, BMW adds an M sports steering wheel, an M gear knob, gearshift paddles, sports seats, ‘Pearlpoint’ cloth / leather upholstery, and an anthracite roof liner.
Dynamically, the package acquires new sport suspension and variable sports steering.
Pricing information hasn’t been released, but the M Sports package will be available during the second quarter of 2010.
Porsche Panamera Rivage GT 970 by Tuner Hofele-Design
The German tuner Hofele-Design have released a tuning package for the Panamera. The package includes a new body kit, suspension, exhaust and braking upgrades. The Porsche Panamera Rivage GT 970 features remodeling all around the exterior, as well as refinements to the car’s interior.
Switzer Performance has a new, pumped up version of the Porsche 911 GT2.
The details are very impressive, it gets dialed up significantly to 911 hp - a full 291hp more than the recently revealed GT2 RS. That number is not a coincidence either. After all, it is an iteration of the Porsche 911.
For the suspension the tuner adds “Switzer-specific titanium inverted-front-strut and a remote-reservoir suspension engineered by the track experts at JRZ.” The R911S will also feature “hand-selected spring and damping rates.”
A R911S Carbon edition will also be available with a set of carbon fiber parts that lighten the car and drop its center of gravity.
Switzer’s prices for the car are, most surprisingly, lower than Porsche’s own MSRP for the 620hp 911 GT2 RS. The Switzer GT2 R911S can be in your garage for $199,900 (€158,692), while the R911S Carbon comes in at $239,900 (€190,447).
Porsche’s new GT2 RS will sell for $245,000 (€193,000) in the U.S. market.
How do you take a V6 Mustang from stock to super-powered? Dave Kaek from AmericanMuscle and Swarr Auto have teamed up to modify a stock 2005 V6 Mustang and see just how much horsepower they can crank out of 6 cylinders. Check out the video series after the break to see what they did to make an average Mustang look and perform like a super-powered beast!
And also make sure you check out the official project page, which gives you a complete list of all the mods used in the videos.
Thanks to AmericanMuscle for providing OnlyDreamCars with the content for this special post.
