German Car Scene

Month: November 2013

  • G-Power BMW M3 Hurricane RS


    Bayern-based G-Power has released details of its Hurricane RS program to suit the E92 BMW M3 Coupe.

    The upgrade begins with G-Power taking the 4.0-litre V8 taken apart before reconstructing it with a modified forged crankshaft, reinforced connecting rods and forged Mahle pistons, taking displacement up from 4.0 to 4.6-litres. The company’s SK III ASA T1-724 supercharger kit was then added, along with a titanium exhaust system weighing 26 kg less than its factory counterpart, larger water and oil coolers, and a meaty intercooler.

    Those changes result in a monumental 537 kW (720 hp) and 700 Nm of torque; enough for 100 km/h to appear in 3.7 seconds, 200 km/h in 9.5s and a top speed in excess of 340 km/h (211 mph).

    Other upgrades include a Clubsport adjustable coilover kit and G-Power’s 20-inch Silverstone Diamond alloy wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Super Sport rubber, while the standard brakes have made way for carbon ceramic items measuring 396 mm up front and 300 mm at the rear, gripped by six and four-piston calipers respectively.

    Visually, the M3 Coupe wears a lower front spoiler, and a replacement bonnet and boot lid constructed from carbon fibre.
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  • Porsche’s 918 Spyder visits Moscow

    Porsche 918 Spyder
    As part of its campaign to promote the company’s new 918 Spyder, Porsche not only visited the Middle East, but also Moscow for an exclusive event with a prototype version of the car.

    At the heart of this plug-in hybrid hypercar is a 453 kW (608 hp) 4.6-litre V8 engine, which is based on that of the LMP2 RS Spyder race car and is backed up by a hybrid module at the rear along with a electric motor powering the front wheels. When using electric power alone, top speed is 150 km/h (93 mph) with a range of 25 kilometres achievable – depending on driving style but, with the full 661 kW (887 hp) a its disposal, 100 km/h appears in 2.8 seconds and 200 km/h in 7.9s, while top speed is 340 km/h (211 mph).

    Pricing starts at 845,000 USD (€633,000) for the base model, rising up to 929,000 USD (€696,000) if you specify the Weissach Package.
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  • Porsche 911 Turbo S by mcchip-dkr

    mcchip-dkr Porsche 997 Turbo S
    Obergartzem tuning specialist mcchip-dkr has announced details of its Stage 3 kit for the outgoing Porsche 997 Turbo S.

    The upgrade, which comprises remapped ECU software along with a Cargraphic exhaust system including headers and sports cats, sees output from the car’s 3.8-litre flat-six jump from 390 kW (530 hp) and 700 Nm of torque to an even more impressive 441 kW (600 hp) and 815 Nm. Pricing for the conversion stands at €8,499.

    With track days in mind, mcchip-dkr has fitted a Hegemann roll-cage, a replacement carbon fibre sunroof panel, Bilstein PASM coilovers and a pair of Alcantara-trimmed Recaro SPG racing bucket seats, while the factory alloys have been superseded by a set of GT2 RS wheels wrapped in Michelin Cup tyres.
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  • Opel ADAM customized by Valentino Rossi


    The multiple MotoGP World Champion Valentino Rossi has joined forces with designer Aldo Drudi to create a unique Opel ADAM for charity.

    Externally, the grey citycar looks like it’s witnessed an explosion in a paint factory thanks to the black, silver and DayGlo Yellow assault on its bodywork. Three wheels and the radiator grille have also been blacked-out, with one of the front wheels finished in contrasting yellow, while leather from Rossi’s sponsor Dainese was used to upholster the interior.

    “How could I resist the challenge? The task was to invent a completely new car, and for a good cause. No sooner had I spoken with Opel than I was already discussing with Drudi how to design this special ADAM,” said the legendary racer.

    The car will be put up for auction next month with proceeds going to the Meyer Hospital which specializes in supporting children and their families while they receive hospital treatment.
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  • Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse ‘Meo Costantini’ revealed

    Bugatti Veyron Meo Costantini edition
    Following on from the ‘Jean Bugatti’ edition in its “Les Légendes de Bugatti” range of six special models commemorating figures in the company’s history, Bugatti has revealed its tribute to Meo Costantini.

    A close friend of company founder Ettore Bugatti, Costantini was the head of Bugatti’s factory race team for eight years and was also a driver, winning the Targa Florio two times in the Bugatti Type 35. The new ‘Bugatti Dark Blue Sport’ paintwork specially developed for this vehicle was inspired by the Type 35, while the fenders, front bumper sections, mirrors, doors and adjoining panels are constructed from polished and clear-coated aluminium. Notable features include Costantini’s signatures laser-engraved into the aluminium tank and oil caps along with a silhouette of Targa Florio circuit painted on the underside of the wing.

    Moving inside the cabin, the seat centres, roof and rear wall are trimmed in Gaucho leather, with the side cushions, centre console, door panels, dashboard panel and steering wheel all coated in Lake Blue hide. Finishing touches include a carbon fibre rear box with Targa Florio’s race route picked out in aluminium, while subtle racing scenes and vintage car motifs have been engraved onto the door panels.

    Using the 8.0-litre W16 from the 431 km/h Super Sport – complete with upgraded turbochargers, the Vitesse enjoys an elephantine 895 kW (1,200 hp) and 1,500 Nm of torque, rather than the usual 746 kW (1,001 hp) and 1,250 Nm seen in the regular open-topped model. The Vitesse was also recognised as the world’s fastest open-top production sports car after reaching 408.84 km/h (254.04 mph) at Ehra-Lessien.

    Due to make its debut at the Dubai International Motor Show today, just three examples will be created with a pre-taxes price tag of €2.09 million.
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  • Dubai Police Brabus B63S 700 Widestar

    Dubai Police Brabus B63S 700 Widestar
    Brabus has revealed its B63S 700 Widestar Mercedes G 63 AMG for the Dubai police force, which makes its international debut at the Dubai International Motor Show today.

    Thanks to the company’s B63S-700 performance kit, which consists of a pair of larger turbochargers along with a new stainless steel exhaust system with adjustable butterfly valve, high-performance metal catalysts and remapped ECU software, output from the 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine jump from 400 kW (544 hp) and 760 Nn of torque to 515 kW (700 hp) and 960 Nm. Those tweaks result in an impressive 0 – 100 km/h time of 4.9 seconds, while top speed is limited to 240 km/h (149 mph).

    Along with police livery, a front protection bar and roof-mounted LED light-bar, the G-Wagen wears Brabus’ Widestar body package, comprising a front spoiler with integrated LED lights, radiator grille insert with Brabus emblem, fender flares adding 12 cm to the vehicle’s width, stainless-steel running boards, roof spoiler and a rear fascia with underride guard. The aesthetics are completed with a set of Monoblock R Platinum Edition alloy wheels measuring 11 x 23-inches, while the Brabus Ride Control suspension system, featuring automatic damper adjustment, detects speed and lateral forces before choosing the optimal setting for the situation.

    Moving inside, the cabin has been upholstered in black leather and red perforated leather, carbon fibre trim inlays and stainless steel scuff plates with illuminated Brabus logos.
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