German Car Scene

Month: September 2013

  • Supercharged Mercedes SLS AMG by Kleemann

    Kleemann supercharged Mercedes SLS AMG
    Danish tuning specialist Kleemann has revealed its supercharger package to suit the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG.

    Manufactured from billet aluminium and anodized black, the supercharger system offers relatively factory looks, but provides impressive performance. Fitted along with a stainless steel exhaust system with adjustable flaps and optimized ECU software, the conversion sees output from the AMG 6.2-Litre V8’s jump from 420 kW (571 hp) and 650 Nm of torque to 566 kW (770 hp) and 845 Nm.

    On the road, the blower allows 100 km/h to happen in just 3.3 seconds, with 200 km/h appearing in 9.3s and top speed an impressive 356 km/h (221 mph).
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  • Race debut in Abu Dhabi for Bentley’s Continental GT3

    Bentley Continental GT3
    A decade after the company’s 24 Hours of Le Mans win, Bentley’s new Continental GT3 race car is set to make its competitive debut at this year’s Gulf 12 Hours two-part endurance race in Abu Dhabi.

    Built in partnership with Malcolm Wilson’s M-Sport outfit, the Continental GT3 is powered by a race-spec version of the road car’s 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 using Cosworth management and a dry-sump system. Producing 447 kW (600 hp) in unrestricted guise, power is sent to the rear wheels via a carbon fibre propshaft connected to an Xtrac six-speed sequential transmission with a limited slip differential, while flappy paddles on the steering wheel actuate the pneumatic shift system.

    The race will take place on December 13 at Yas Marina circuit.
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  • Skoda Superb by OK-Chiptuning

    Skoda Superb by OK-Chiptuning
    That Neukirchen-Vluyn tuning specialist with the self-deprecating name, OK-Chiptuning, has revealed what it can do for your Skoda Superb.

    Based on a 2.0 TDI model, OK applies its own ECU software, which sees output from the turbocharged unit rise from 127 kW (170 hp) with 350 Nm of torque to 157 kW (210 hp) and 435 Nm. Priced at €650, the company can also optimize the DSG software for an additional €200.

    Chassis upgrades include a H&R coilover suspension system and stabilizer kit, which will set you back €1,145 and €485 respectively (before fitting), while the factory wheels have made way for a set of Audi A6 rollers measuring 8.5 x 20-inches all round.

    Finally, the guys from Cam Shaft were called upon to apply an asymmetrical matte grey and red foil to the Wagon’s body.
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  • Road-legal Formula Ford EcoBoost takes on the Germans

    Formula Ford EcoBoost takes on the Germans
    Autocar’s latest video answers a question that nobody has ever asked; how would a sub-500 kg Formula Ford EcoBoost racecar acquit itself against an Audi R8 V10, a BMW M6 Gran Coupe and a Mercedes A 45 AMG in different environments?

    The Ford, essentially a track car fitted with mudguards and lights, utilizes a tweaked version of the Fiesta’s three cylinder 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine, which now develops 149 kW (200 hp) allowing a scorching Nurburgring time of just 7:22. It’s also capable of sipping as little as 2.4 litres every 100 kilometres (118 mpg).

    But can you drive it to work with a mug of coffee on the dashboard or the decomposing corpse of an irritating neighbour in the boot?
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  • Alpina D3 Bi-Turbo revealed

    2013 Alpina D3 Bi-Turbo
    Buchloe-based Alpina has released details of its D3 Bi-Turbo based on BMW’s current 3 Series Saloon and Touring.

    Propulsion comes from a twin-turbocharged straight-six 3.0 litre diesel engine, which delivers 257 kW (350 hp) and 700 Nm of torque to the road via a 8-speed SWITCH-TRONIC sport-automatic transmission. Performance is impressive with 100 km/h arriving in just 4.6 seconds and top speed a tasty 278 km/h (173 mph). Also remarkable is the car’s fuel consumption, which averages out at 5.3 litres (Touring 5.4) every 100 kilometres with a CO2 figure of 139 g/km.

    Standard equipment include Alpina’s adaptive sport suspension, 19-inch Classic alloy wheels, Xenon headlights, front and rear spoilers and rear valance with quadruple tailpipes. Moving inside past the embossed sill plates, there’s a SWITCH-TRONIC leather steering wheel with multi-function, burled elm trim and front sports seats.

    Pricing starts at €46,975 for the Saloon and €48,487 for the Touring, which is also available with all-wheel-drive from €51,429.
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  • Audi S5 by Senner Tuning

    Audi S5 by Senner Tuning
    Ingelheim am Rhein’s Senner Tuning has updated its range of options for the current Audi S5 Coupe model.

    The aero package focuses around a replacement front fascia, which houses genuine RS 5 radiator grille, and a rear diffuser section with RS 5 tailpipes. A pair of carbon fibre side skirts and mirror casings complete the conversion. The factory suspension makes way for an adjustable KW coilover kit, while the new wheels are Work Varianza T1S items, measuring 9 and 10.5×20-inches and wrapped in 245/30 and 295/25 Vredestein Ultra Sessanta tyres.

    Moving inside, the cabin features black and magma-red Nappa leather upholstery with contrasting stitching, an Audi R8 steering wheel and carbon fibre trim package covering the dashboard, centre console and door handles.

    Finally, Senner’s performance upgrade includes optimised ECU software, air filters, a cold air intake and complete exhaust system with adjustable flaps, which sees output from the 3.0-litre supercharged V6 TFSI rise from 245 kW (329 hp) and 440 Nm of torque to 328 kW (446 hp) and 511 Nm. The speed restrictor was also removed for good measure.

    The company can convert your own car or sell you a completed version, such as this one which is available for €64,900 (without VAT).
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