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Wednesday, May 12, 2010

2010 TopCar Porsche Panamera Stingray

TopCar, the largest tuning atelier, is working on a new project called Stingray. This car made use of the base of Porsche’s Panamera. Its lustrous black finish is sure to turn heads. Plus, the interior of the car is furnished with leather considerably increasing the aesthetic value of the car’s interior. This special type of leather is referred to as Nappa. Even the steering wheel of the car is decorated with intricate and elegant designs.

Stingray focused a lot on the aerodynamics of Porsche’s Panamera. Improvements were done easily because of the decrease in frontal resistance. The aerodynamic set, which consists of the front bumper, back bumper, piston skirt, thresholds, and bonnet, are all composed of the same material called carboxylic fiber.

TopCar made several modifications in the car’s engine. This resulted to an increase in the engine’s overall power. Moreover, the exhaust system was replaced with a more efficient one. The dashboard and the other panels of the car’s interior are carefully designed with genuine carbon. Stingray is set to appear in the 2010 Dream Car Show in Moscow, Russia. This is soon followed by the world premier of this car model at the Top Marques exhibition in Monaco.

2010 Sportec Porsche Panamera SP560

Panamera SP560- the latest addition in Porsche’s roster of sports cars. Unlike most sports cars which look too rugged, the Panamera SP560 has an elegant appearance. Its stylish design makes it look like a luxury car more than a sports car. It has even been referred to as a sports limousine by some. But don’t be fooled by its looks. This car is equipped with big guns!

The car is has an 8 cylinder 4.8 liter engine and twin turbocharger aspirations. This engine provides the car with 560 horsepower. The car is equipped with 265/30 tires in the front which keeps the car in contact with the ground as it is running. For further stability, the back of the car is supported with 305/25 tires. This model provides dynamic driving. Its ESC suspension can be programmed according to the driver’s preference. The modifications in this unit have considerably increased the torque from 700 Nm to 790 Nm which is actually very powerful!

A sports car that is stylish from the inside to the outside is what best describes the Panamera SP560. Even the exhaust outlets are made stylish using stainless and lustrous steel. Responsive controls complete a driver’s experience with this car.

2010 Porsche 918 Spyder Concept

Porsche, in their Press Release, introduced a new, efficient, high-performance, medium engine, low-emission, and hybrid sports car- the 918 Spyder. The prototype of this model is fused with the latest breakthroughs in technology. Also, it answers the demands of today’s society.

First off, the 918 Spyder is an environmental friendly vehicle having a very low emission rate. After consuming three liters of fuel, the car emits only 70 grams per kilometer of Carbon dioxide. Indeed, it shows that Porsche is not lagging behind in terms of hybrid technology.

Then, it has one of the fastest accelerations. Although the 918 Spyder only has a medium sized engine, it performs as well as those with large engines.
From rest, the car can go up to a hundred kilometers per hour in just 3.2 seconds with a maximum speed of 320 kilometers per hour; running at a speed which is even faster than most sports cars, even Porsche’s own Carrera GT.

The 918 Spyder has an 8 cylinder hybrid engine. And it weighs less than 3300 pounds. One of its best features is the option to choose a running mode located on the steering wheel. These four running modes are: E-Drive mode, Hybrid mode, Sport Hybrid mode, and the Race hybrid mode. Drivers can choose the best mode in relation to the road conditions. Porsche currently has three hybrid cars that will make their first appearance at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show.

around and check out prices of the used cars currently available for sale. 2010 Novitec Rosso Ferrari California Supercharged

The Novitec Rosso Ferrari California made its first appearance at the Geneva Car Show in 2010. Novitec Rosso had made extensive upgrades on the Ferrari California from the exterior, to the interior, and to the engines. Novitec Rosso had given the Ferrari California and edge in terms of appearance by making it sportier. This was made possible by a supercharger engine tuner.

It has a 4.3 liter engine with four valves. This 8 cylinder model is equipped with a mechanical charger as well. The exhaust system of this car is improved using Novitec Rosso’s stainless steel exhaust outlet. Then, a manettino, located at the steering wheel, can be used to control the exhaust system. The car’s acceleration is also something that Novitec Rosso takes pride in. From a full stop, the car can go to a hundred kilometers per hour in less than 3.8 seconds! Then, it can go to a top speed of 325 kilometers per hour.

The height of the Ferrari California was lowered by 35 millimeters. The car is equipped with a hydraulic lift which allows the driver to lift the front of the car by 40 millimeters at the click of a button. Thus, running across humps or stones will no longer be a problem.

around and check out prices of the used cars currently available for sale. 2010 Ford Focus RS500 The Ford Focus RS500 is one of those limited-edition

The 2011 Infiniti QX is a full-sized SUV that gives its driver and passengers a true 5-star travel experience. It comes in two models: the QX56 2WD and the QX 56 4WD.

The idea behind the concept of the Infiniti QX is to catch and captivate the viewer’s attention. One look and you would know that this SUV means business. It can seat eight adults comfortably with enough room for their luggage. Riding in this vehicle is like flying first class or staying at a five-star hotel’s best suite. The interior is fully loaded with features, like the Infiniti Hard Drive Navigation System, a 13-speaker audio system, a DVD player with dual 7-inch LCD monitors, and leather seats. The entertainment system has a USB drive and an 8-inch color touch-screen display.

Let’s not forget the power of the Infiniti QX. The 5.6 V8 engine is combined with Infiniti’s Variable Valve Event & Lift and Direct Injection Gasoline. The 7-speed automatic transmission increases horsepower by 25% and fuel economy by 10%. A Hydraulic Body Motion Control system is made available for both models – a first for Infiniti. This system improves stability so there is less body lean when turning, so the ride is much smoother.

Specifications
- Price: $56,700 for the 2WD; $59,800 for the 4WD
- Engine: 5.8 liter V8
- Horsepower: 400 hp

2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3

At long last, Mercedez-Benz has released their newest addition to the SLS AMG series dubbed as the GT3. The GT3 is the ultimate racing version of the gull wing model. It has the perfect combination of design and features.


The GT3 has an engine of 6.3 liters. The materials used for the construction of this unit are all light weight and of the highest quality. Because of this, the car accelerates with ease as it reaches a top speed of 186 miles per hour. The brakes, suspensions, and aerodynamics went through a series of modifications in order to achieve the best performance.

The gull wing doors of the SLS AMG GT3 take you to a new height as it reveals the state of the art interior of the race car. With a six-point seat belt together with a head and neck support, the driver is provided with a racing bucket seat for maximum protection during races. Not to mention the steel rollover cage that provides additional support to the sturdy aluminum body of the car. The car’s steering wheel measures only 33 cm and has a free upper section. Maneuvering the car couldn’t get easier with a steering wheel that does not block the driver’s view.

The car should be available by autumn of 2010. However, it won't be tested on the race track until 2011.

2010 Mansory Rolls-Royce Ghost

This 2010, Rolls-Royce, together with MANSORY, has a surprise to offer. What better surprise than an up-sized Rolls-Royce Ghost! This new model is refined by MANSORY. Its lustrous blue exterior finish accentuates the shape of the car and would immediately catch the attention of people. Then, it has a gold varnish to add to the “exclusiveness” of the car.

The new MANSORY Ghost is not just an upgrade in terms of size and external features. Both the engine and the interior of the car have been extremely improved. This big package is armed with enlarged bi-turbo chargers, stainless steel sheeting, double sport exhaust system, and sport catalysts. At 5850 r.p.m., this refined Rolls-Royce Ghost runs with a power of 720 hp! The modifications in this unit made the torque sky rocket from 780 Newton Meters to 1,020 Newton Meters. Both front and rear wheels were improved and replaced with bigger and better tires. The car also accelerates at an extremely fast pace considering that it has a weight of 2,360 kilograms. To top it all up, the maximum speed of the car was further increased from 250 kilometers per hour to 310 kilometers per hour! Considering its sporty appearance, the interior of the car is surprisingly very comfortable.