This latest episode from Autocar asks which ingredients would make the perfect BMW M3. While we’re waiting for the next generation model to surface Steve Sutcliffe puts three of its predecessors through their paces at Brands Hatch to find out. The E30 will always have a place in our hearts, but its hard to argue against the hardcore E46 CSL version, especially when the acceleration pedal is given a healthy prodding.
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Creating the perfect BMW M3
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Audi S5 by Vilner
Sofia-based Vilner Studio has revealed its latest project for a customer, based on the Audi S5.Externally, the Coupe has been treated to a matte grey body wrap, while the radiator grille, trunk spoiler, diffuser section and alloys wheels have been painted in gloss black.
Moving inside, you see where the Bulgarian upholstery has been really busy. Using a mixture of black and brown leather and alcantara, every inch has been recovered, with the roof, pillars and dashboard largely making use of alcantara and the seats coated in leather with double diamond stitching on the base and shoulders and black alcantara on the bases. A contrasting strip of leather runs along the rooflining and rear sets, following the lines of the console, while the owner’s initials adorn the headrests. Good luck selling it on.
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Bugatti Head of Design’s personal Porsche 911 project
As usual, the latest episode of DRIVE doesn’t fail to impress. This particular video not only features Bugatti’s Head of Design, Achim Andscheidt, but also his own personal project – a stripped-down 1981 Porsche 911 with Kevlar panelling. Driving around the streets of Berlin, Achim shares his thoughts on minimalism in design and construction, as well as personal design projects.
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Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 30 by O.CT Tuning
Lustenau’s O.CT Tuning has developed a new program to suit the Golf GTI Edition 30.Changes to the 2.0-litre turbocharged engine include O.CT’s Level Three ECU software program, the addition of a custom intercooler, a motorsport air intake, modified injection system and 76 mm racing exhaust with cat-bypass and central muffler deletion. Those alterations see output rise to 272 kW
(365 hp) and 500 Nm of torque, up from 169 kW (227 hp) and 300 Nm.Other components include carbon fibre covers for the engine and battery, and a KW Variant 3 adjustable coilover set-up.
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Bugatti Veyron wheels by Kahn Design
Our friends over at the UK stylinghouse Kahn Design have shared a couple of preview photos of their new Bugatti Veyron alloy wheels.Based on the company’s popular RS-XF design, Kahn has manufactured the wheels to be a direct replacement for the factory wheels, which measure 11.2 x 20-inches on the front and 14.4 x 21-inches on the rear, meaning the Veyron’s tyres can be retained.
Prices are yet to be announced, but if you can afford a Veyron…
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Onyx Concept Porsche Cayenne OTS Edition
Ireland’s Onyx Concept has created the OTS Edition program to suit the Porsche Cayenne SUV.Priced at €13,599, the Stage One aero package consists of an aggressive front bumper with large air intakes and daytime running lights, wheel arch extensions, vented side skirts, a tailgate spoiler and rear bumper with carbon fibre diffuser and monster central tailpipe. Stage Two costs €17,999 and sees the addition of a ventilated hood, rooftop spoiler and carbon fibre mirror casings. Fitting and painting will set you back €2,999.
Other options include a 22-inch forged wheel set, full reupholstering of the interior in quilted leather, lambs wool floor mats and a carbon fibre steering wheel and inlay kit.
Performance upgrades are available for each model, including a 261 kW (350 hp) hike for the diesel model and up to 462 kW (620 hp) for its Turbo counterpart.
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