German Car Scene

Month: June 2012

  • Audi R8 by XXX Performance


    Bochum-based tuning specialist XXX Performance has produced this retina-destroying Audi R8 V10 Coupe, to display its wares.

    Visually the de-badged body wears a vivid ‘bilious green’ wrap with the mirrors and sideblades finished in a contrasting carbon foil. Elsewhere, the grille and tailpipes have been painted black and the headlights tinted. Dropping the R8 to the ground is a H&R coilover kit combined with a G-Ride Airride system, while the arches are filled with unsubtle Oxigin 14-Oxrock alloys. Sized 8.5 and 11 x 20 inches, and wrapped in Dunlop SP Sport Maxx tyres, the new wheels have received the same foil treatment as the body.

    Moving inside, the cabin has been reupholstered in a mixture of Alacantara and carbon-effect leather, including the rooflining, dashboard, steering wheel and RS seats, with other elements including the armrests finished in genuine carbon fibre.

    Beneath the carbon fibre engine covers XXX has fitted a Capristo exhaust system with Bluetooth-controlled flap, a BMC carbon airbox and recalibrated the 5.2 FSI unit’s ECU to see power rise from 391 kW (525 hp) to 485 kW (650 hp).

    It’s safe to say that you wouldn’t lose it in a car park at night.
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  • Russian RWB Porsche 911 [video]


    There was a time when you’d only ever see an RWB car wearing Japanese plates, but with the company’s creations cropping up in the media more and more often it was only a matter of time before fans from other corners of the globe wanted one in their garage, and this Russian example is the latest. Built for a customer in Moscow by RAUH-Welt BEGRIFF founder Akira Nakai-San, this wide-bodied 964 is the first RWB Porsche in the country and this is how it came about.
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  • Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Matte Edition


    Following on from its recently revealed C 63 AMG model, Mercedes-Benz has added three further products specifically for the Japanese market, with these SLS AMG Matt Editions.

    Available in Roadster form only, the Matte Black Edition is painted in designo Magno Night Black matte paintwork with a contrasting red grille, side fins, filler cap and boot lid badges. Inside, the cabin is trimmed in a mixture of red and black nappa leather on the seats, door panels and dashboard.

    The Matte White Edition can be specified in both Coupe and Roadster guise, and is finished in designo Magno Cashmere White paintwork with black accents and features a porcelain and black interior. All models come equipped with AMG Ride Control suspension, matte black AMG 10-spoke alloy wheels and a performance steering wheel wrapped in Alcantara and leather.

    Starting at ¥ 29,000,000 (€ 289,770) just ten Coupes will be produced, with five of each of the Roadsters being built at a slightly higher price of ¥ 30,000,000 (€ 299,760).
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  • Kelleners Sport KS5-S BMW M5


    Merzig-based tuning specialist Kelleners Sport has revealed its program for the latest BMW M5, named the KS5-S.

    Visually, the aero package includes a lower front spoiler, mirror casings, boot lid spoiler and rear diffuser section – all finished in clear coated carbon fibre, and a pair of sculpted side skirts, while the 20-inch diameter Hamburg alloy wheels have been painted matte black and wrapped in Michelin Pilot Super Sport tyres.

    A remapped engine management system along with the newly developed stainless steel exhaust, culminating in four 90 mm tailpipes, allows the 4.4-litre V8 to produce 492 kW (660 hp) and 790 Nm of torque – up from 418 kW (560 hp) and 680 Nm – and enough for a 330 km/h top speed. The rear silencer features an integrated valve that – depending on engine revs – opens and closes automatically. To comply with noise regulations the valve stays closed on start-up, but begins to open up from 4,000 revs. A more raucous Sound+ version is available for export only.

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  • BMW Z4 Roadster by Rowen


    Aichi-based styling company Rowen has developed this program for owners of BMW’s E89 Z4 Roadster wanting to add a little aggression to their car.

    The White Wolf aero package is constructed from fibre-reinforced plastic (FRP) and includes a muscular front apron with large air intakes and LED daytime running lights, side skirts and vented rear bumper. Carbon fibre components include front blades and splitters, side skirt inserts, rear diffuser and a raised wing for the boot lid. There’s also a titanium exhaust system with embossed quadruple tailpipes and a range of wheels on offer.
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  • Audi R18 e-tron quattro – The evolution of racing [video]


    With just over a week to go until the start of this year’s Le Mans 24 Hours race, Audi has released this neat promo featuring its weapon of choice – the R18 e-tron quattro.

    With contributions from Tom Kristensen, Allan McNish and Head of Audi Motorsport , Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich along with a little footage from yesteryear, this should help to tide Audi fans over until June 16.
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