Author: Warren M

  • Wiesmann GT

    The Wiesmann GT mixes classic styling with modern day technology.

    The Dülmen based company have developed the new GT with knowledge gained from running a similar car at various motorsport events, one of the toughest being the 24 hour race around the Nürburgring.

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  • Cool Corniche Convertible Photos

    WorldCarFans are running some photos of the new Rolls Royce Corniche convertible have emerged.

    The BMW owned company’s latest take on the roofless classic was spotted during hot weather testing in California. Wearing a small amount of camouflaging, the new high-roller looks almost ready for the showrooms.

    The uber rag-top uses a shortened version of the Phantoms platform as well as it’s 6.75L V12 powerplant.

    The Corniche receives a few notable touches, including LED headlights and doors hinging in the opposite way to the norm, taking a styling cue from the rear doors of the Phantom.

    [Source: World Car Fans]

  • Audi R10 Takes On Harrier Jump Jet

    The Le Mans winning Audi R10 diesel racer, took on a Harrier jump jet at Goodwood this week.

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    The 650 bhp race car, piloted by Audi factory driver Allan McNish, was eventually edged out by the 15,000 bhp aircraft, although the Audi was quicker for most of the 1k distance.

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  • Bugatti Veyron Hits The UK

    London based supercar dealer Jack Barclay Ltd, have just taken delivery of the first Veyron in the country.

    This ferociously quick Bugatti Veyron is the first of over 15 that Jack Barclay Ltd have on order, making them the world leader in sales of the W16 animal.

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  • Porsche Set To Take Control Of Volkswagen

    Porsche are set to increase their shares in VW, to 25.1%.

    Sports car manufacturer Porsche, are set to increase their stake in Volkswagen, giving them a controlling minority.

    The Stuttgart giants started gathering shares in 2005 to avoid the possiblity of a hostile takeover from fellow shareholders.

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  • New Touareg Spotted

    Photos have emerged of a thinly disguised facelifted Touareg.

    This shot shows a pair of taped up Eos style headlights and a newly restyled front bumper including chrome trim. The original, flamboyant grille appears to have been scaled down, giving a more balanced look to the nose of the new Touareg.

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