A week after BMW revealed the updated 3-Series Coupe and Cabrio, the North American division of the company spread the information that they get more powerful modification that will debut at the exhibition in New York in April. In 335is Coupe and 335is Cabrio for the second time the Germans introduced the designation “s” at the end of the name after the Z4 sDrive35is. Unlike the Roadster, where the 3.0-liter engine has a power 340 h.p. in passenger compartment and it was only coupe 320 h.p. As with Z4 sDrive35is However, the maximum torque of both cars, which reaches the standard 450Nm. May be increased to 500 Nm for short through a special “overboost” function, in both cases it is present in the range 1 500 – 5 000 rev/min. The standard gearbox is a six-speed manual, but the option is available 7-stage DCT dual clutch. With the second 335is Coupe accelerates from 0-100 km/h for 5.0 sec and 335is Cabrio with 0.2 sec slower.
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The German company BMW has revealed details of refresh all 3-Series Coupe and Cabrio, along with a multitude spread their photos. The cars received minor cosmetic changes and updated engines. The most significant visual difference is at the front of the model. Kidney-shaped grille and headlights are slightly different, and direction indicators in the past are now LEDs. The front bumper was also modified, as it has received two additional feathers, colored in silver. Updated 3-Series Coupe and the Cabrio can boast more new mirrors, side skirts and rear bumper and rear lights with that also as the front turn signals are LED. Change in the interior has undergone only convertible, leather upholstery which is already using technology to repel the sun. From BMW say that thanks to its dark colors temperature was maintained for up to 20 degrees lower when exposed to sunlight. Peak modification 335i is equipped with new engines N55, where they were first combined technologies TwinPower Turbo and High Precision Injection, replacing the current N54. The unit is six-cylinder, turbine, with a working volume of 2 979kub.sm., Power 306 h.p. at 5 800 rev/min and a maximum torque of 400 Nm, which is still available in 1 200 rev/min.
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General Motors has revealed pictures and information about hot Cadillac CTS-V Coupe, which will debut in Detroit at the exhibition that opens doors to visitors early next week. The car is equipped with 6.2-liter V8 engine, whose power is 556 h.p. and maximal torque reaches 747 Nm. The car allows the local 2+2 coupe to accelerate from 0-96 kilometers per hour for 3.9 sec. Customers will be able to order your Cadillac CTS-V Coupe with six-speed manual or six-speed robotized gear box, and drive is transmitted to the rear wheels through a limited slip differential. Cadillac CTS-V Coupe has adaptive suspension with Magnetic Ride Control, allowing driving modes Tour and Sport, and the brake system Brembo, with a thickness 5-stroke and 4-stroke front and rear. In the standard equipment of the vehicle enters a high-quality multimedia system with 40 GB hard drive, including navigation, Bose audio system and Bluetooth connectivity, but as an option available seats Recaro.
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The Germany’s giant tuning Hamann showed modified version of the BMW M3 Coupe E92. Racial athlete has been more aggressive appearance, more sporty interior and two levels of engine tuning. Germany’s giant tuning Hamann showed modified version of the BMW M3 Coupe E92. Racial athlete has been more aggressive appearance, more sporty interior and two levels of engine tuning. The first level is the reprogramming of the computer controlling the engine power, which increases by 20 hp and 25 Nm. Also removes the electronic speed limit, which is to 259 km/h. In the second level, named Sportkit HM / M, power was increased by 35 hp and 48 Nm thanks to a reprogrammed computer and a special exhaust system. The maximum speed was increased to 320 km/h. Aerodynamic Hamann optical package price starts at € 2400 and increases the dynamics of BMW M3. Designed to minimize lift at high speeds, the kit includes front spoiler, side skirts and rear diffuser.
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Arden Jaguar XK AJ 20 Coupe is based on the standard XK with 4.2-liter, V8 engine developing 298 hp / 219 kW and 411 Nm. Engine capacity was increased to 4,5 l. In Arden, have improved systems for lubrication and cooling, thereby providing a longer service life of components. The new 4.5-liter engine provides nearly 100 additional horsepower, increasing the total power to 392 hp (288 kW) and torque – to 475 Nm. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h is about 5.3 sec. This practice makes it faster with less than a second of the serial model. Its maximum speed is 285 km / h. As to a turbocharged engine, developing 480 hp, respectively, there are 353 achievements kW and 640 Nm. This version accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h by 0,5 sec faster than its smaller sibling, and by 1,4 seconds faster than the serial model.
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After summer IND Distribution presented their tuning version of the BMW M3 Coupe, a few days ago showed the American company and Developing the M3 sedan, which was established on behalf of their client. The car has received new bodikit including front bumper, with extended air vents, and a modified rear bumper with integrated diffuser and the ceiling was replaced with an entirely carbon. By IND are equipped with BMW M3 wheels company Neez, titanium exhaust system Akrapovic, suction system, Rogue Engineering, adjustable suspension KW, Brembo brakes and driving chip step-up power unit with 30 h.p. to 450 h.p.
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Introduction of new models from Porsche or renovation of old, immediately prompting many companies to start tuning development of sports programs for him to turn it into a more dynamic and impressive. Completely in terms of things that happened with the Porsche Panamera. After Gemballa, 9ff, Techart and Lumma Design time came from the Swiss Mansory to demonstrate their vision for 4-door compartment. As usual, Mansory engineers have acted very aggressively. The car has received a comprehensive aerodynamic package consisting of front bumper, bonnet air vents with extended wheel arches, side skirts and rear bumper with integrated diffuser massive, which are embedded in cores of massive new exhaust system. Porsche Panamera is also equipped with a new sports suspension, they took him to the road with 35 millimeters., And 21-inch wheels.
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Mercedes-Benz is preparing some major changes in their line modeling in the coming 2-3 years. Some models are termed “key” for the company. Question as to entirely new models and modernization of others. We have already seen the new E-Class Coupe, Model 2010. He replaces CLK, and soon we will see and deputy of CL, which will be available in 2010, as a model from 2011, but will not carry current name and will be S-Class Coupe. The current C 216 CL was first introduced just three years ago, but prototypes of the new version has already been observed during tests in Germany. Latest photos of the cabin of the S-Class show more of the radiator grille with chrome frame and a single emblem with a large amount. Showing new lights with LED section. The rear lights are completely diodes, visible and redesigned rear bumper and different shape of the exhaust nozzle. New direction indicators are incorporated in the side mirrors. Mercedes-Benz is unlikely to replace the engine in the new S-Class Coupe and they will remain a familiar range of V8 and V12 from the current CL.
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Carlsson disseminate official pictures and information about tuning package for Mercedes E 500 Coupe, received the traditional name for further elaborated by this company with such a model engine – CK50. The car has received additional 47 h.p. to its power and it has already 435 h.p., while the maximum torque increased to 600Nm. These results were achieved by a sports air filter and new exhaust system, while contributing to the issue and more ominous sound. To be able to cope with the greater power, Carlsson’s engineers have equipped the car with a new adjustable suspension allows the car’s height be reduced by up to 30 millimeters. Carlsson CK50 received and very slight changes in your appearance. The front bumper is placed more lip, rear spoiler was replaced with a new wheel is a 20-inch, model 1 / 5 REVO.
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Hamman decided to expand its activities in tuning section, when change some features of the vision of Rolls-Royce Phantom and its convertible version Drophead Coupe. Currently, however, save pictures, the German tuners have spread very little information about the cars. Judging by the photos we can say that outside of two luxury vehicles do not see any changes, with the exception of wheels, known to us from other tunings of Hamman, a new interior visible steering wheel, with the emblem of the German tuners on it. According to unverified information, Hamman increased power of the 6.75-liter V12 engine of the Phantom and Drophead Coupe 535 h.p. of 460 and maximum torque increased from 720 to 835Nm.
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