M3 GT2 Le Mans race car Art car
This is the promotional BMW M3 GT2 Le Mans car- Pop art style and is designed by American artist Jeff Koons. Said to be an inspiration of old racing cars, graphics and explosive pictures this M3 is on display in the Pompidou centre in Paris before being taken to Le Mans to be raced. This M3 is powered by a 4.0 Litre V8 with 500 bhp and combines racing brakes and extensive use of lightweight race spec equipment. For information on BMW car finance... [Read More...]
New Skoda Fabia vRS
Skoda have announced that they are to release a new Skoda Fabia vRS model that will be available in both hatchback and estate versions. They will be powered by a 1.4 litre TSI 180 bhp engine as found in the SEAT Ibiza Cupra and new model VW Polo GTI. 0-62 mph will be reached in 7.3 seconds and it will reach 139mph making this the fastest ever Fabia. Another feature that the Skoda will borrow from its Volkswagen relatives is the seven speed DSG gearbox... [Read More...]
Volkswagen Golf Gti – Adidas spec
VW have announced a new model in the GTI line up and this one is set to be named as the Adidas version! The Adidas model sets to follow in the line up of other special edition Golf Gti’s such as the Pirelli and GTi-30 option. Additional features will include 18″ alloy wheels, model specific sports seats, LED rear lights and Adidas branding on the seats, door pillars and sills. 4,410 examples are set to be made and it will be on sale in... [Read More...]
New MG zero rival for Citroens DS and A1
Designed and engineered in Britain the MG Zero is set to breath new life into the brand after this concept was showcased at the Beijing motor show. The design is set to feature the latest technologies with touch screens and a floating design console.It is expected to be priced at £15k in september when it launches in the UK and the old MG Rover plant in Longbridge is being prepared. Read More →
Brabus E class coupe twin turbo V12 788 BHP
E Class Brabus coupe This is a picture of the new E class coupe that has been taken apart by tuners Brabus and the result being a new highly impressive supercar has been born. A hand built twin turbo 6.3 litre V12 it generates 788bhp and torque of 1,420Nm that is limited to 1,100Nm to prevent the gearbox imploding! 62mph is reached in 3.7 seconds and it has a top speed of 217 mph with Brabus claiming 230mph with no limiter fitted. The car comes with... [Read More...]
New Audi A1 – is it a threat to the Mini?
Audi A1 Mini rival ? The everlasting range of Audi just got another car londer with the addition of the new Audi A1 model set to be showcased at the Geneva Motor show next month. Audi seemingly cannot fail with any of the models they release and this looks like being no exception. The packed super mini sector which sees rivals such as the Mini Cooper, Renault Twingo, Fiat 500, and the latest Citroen DS3. The Audi A1 is sized very close to that of... [Read More...]
Ford Focus RS Clubsport announced
Ford Focus RS Clubsport announced The Ford Focus RS is set to go out with a bang with the stripped out Clubsport version.Based around a similar concept as the Renault R26R – the RS Clubsport will bid farewell to the hottest RS ever with a limited run of 500 models priced at £35k. For your money you will get 350bhp, lightweight front seats, lowered – stiffer racing suspension, semi race spec tyres and an impressive two tone paint job.... [Read More...]
2010 Mercedes SLK – baby SL model out in the open
2010 Mercedes SLK Mercedes all new replacement SLK has been seen on the road and looks set to take its place in Mercedes line up as the baby SL model with an impresisve range of engines and luxury specifications. The new SLK will go all out against the Audi TT roadster, BMW Z4 as it has a similar 2 seat layout. LED light strips have been added into the front bumper and a copy SL type front grille replaces the previous version. Another features taken... [Read More...]
2010 MY BMW 3 series 335iS Model
BMW 3 series 335iS The picture above is of the latest model 3 series coupe to fit in the model range inbetween the M3 and the 335i and will be initially aimed at the US and Canadian markets.The 335iS will use the 322bhp N44 twin-turbo six-cylinder 3.0-litre engine with 332 lb ft of peak torque (369 lb ft with the overboost function) When equipped with the auto gearbox the 335iS can power from 0-60 mph in 5.0 seconds and comes with the usuall M Sport... [Read More...]
Mini Countryman 2010 Latest model in line up
Mini Countryman 2010 The Mini Countryman is the latest in the range for the popular Mini model and it will go on sale in the UK from £17,000. Three petrol engines will be available along with two diesels – these include the 98 bhp Mini One D Countryman and the 181BHP Cooper S option. With the release of this new model Mini have also adjusted the Turbo engine in the Cooper S so that it now comes with a twin scroll turbocharged engine, direct... [Read More...]