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BMW M3 Coupe Matte Edition

Viliyana Filipova — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 14:13:51 +0000

The dream of every young bachelor – BMW M3 Coupe gets a new special edition, which will however only be available on the market in China, and her name is M3 Coupe Matte Edition. The car is available with two new exterior colors, which are black and dark gray. Interesting about them is that they have received as we know are combined metallic luster and look of silk matte finish.
In addition, BMW M3 Coupe Matte Edition differs from the standard model in the presence of 19-inch wheels with 10 double-spoke design, air holes on the front fenders, exhaust tailpipes in chrome and black painted brake calipers red. The hot interior of the coupe is even formed in a combination of black leather with contrasting red stitching, red armrests in the doors and carbon fiber trim.
The engine of a special version of the model is identical to that of standard BMW M3 Coupe. We remind you that it is 4.0-liter, V8 engine, with power 415 h.p. and is combined with the standard six-speed manual transmission, but optional and seven-speed automatic with double clutch.

The new BMW 6-Series Coupe

Viliyana Filipova — Mon, 23 May 2011 18:45:14 +0000

By BMW showed the new generation of the BMW 6-Series in November, but then we saw only a convertible version, and now the Bavarians decided to reveal all the details and interior. The design of the car does not differ in nothing from that of the convertible, except, of course, the existence of roof. The body is having dimensions are 4894 mm length, 1894 mm width and 1369 mm height, which means that it is longer and wider than its predecessor, but less. The wheelbase of the new BMW 6-Series Coupe was also increased by 75 mm. to 2855 mm. and then the all-new suspension providing greater driving comfort and better stability. Additionally the system also offers dynamic control of damping, which includes stabilizing the body in the slope. With the advent on the market, the car will be offered with two BMW TwinPower Turbo engine, they are combined with technologies EfficientDynamics. In standard equipment includes, where appropriate, to include ancillary units, lightweight design and low resistance tires. Furthermore, in the 640i Coupe is a start / stop system and standby ECO PRO, improve energy efficiency. The engine of the BMW 640i Coupe is a 3.0-liter, inline supplying power 320 h.p. and maximum torque of 450 Nm, which is available in the range 1,300-4,500 rev/min. According to company car accelerates from 0-100 km/h for 5.4 sec, while its average fuel consumption is 7.7l/100km.
The car 650i Coupe is equipped with 4.4-liter, V8 engine, whose power is 407 h.p. and its maximum torque is 600 Nm range at 1,750-4,500 rev/min. It is fired coupe from 0-100 km/h for 4.9 sec, and the combined fuel consumption is 10.4l/100km. In both versions the maximum speed is limited electronically to 250 km/h, and aggregates are combined with eight-speed automatic transmission with a gear change very quickly. BMW 6-Series Coupe will make its debut at the Motor Show in Shanghai (China), while sales in Europe will start in autumn this year.

Maybach 57S Coupe

Viliyana Filipova — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 23:51:51 +0000

As sales of Maybach are not so high in last two years, from Daimler are thinking what to do with luxury brand, but in the meantime have agreed to another company to design a car based on its model. The German engineering company Xenatec has received the authorization of Daimler, and promise to provide all necessary assistance, without financial course to transform limousine Maybach 57S in 2-door coupe, it is now ready with sketches of the project. From Xenatec even argue that they have already agreed with the German concern for the mass production of the model is provided as a limited edition of 100 pieces, the price of each will be around 650 000. To become luxury sedan in coupe, engineers Xenatec have treated the car body, the most important change was made in the central columns, which are moved by 50cm. back. The car will also be new 20-inch wheels, which will be found in the extended wheel arches. The wheelbase of the car remained unchanged (3390 mm), The same goes for the 6.0-liter V12 engine, whose power is 630 h.p. According to preliminary data, coupe will accelerate from 0-100 km/h about 5 sec and will develop a maximum speed of 300 km/h.
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Brabus tuned Mercedes E-Class Coupe

Viliyana Filipova — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 11:03:05 +0000

After last year presented the extreme Brabus E V12, based on the Mercedes E-Class, which is embedded V12 engine, now the German tuner has done the same operation and E-Class Coupe. The car makes debut at the ongoing exhibition in Geneva, which will be open to visitors Thursday. It’s called the E V12 Coupe and offers wealthy clients against modest 478,000 euros. As sedan, Brabus E V12 Coupe relies on a V12 engine with a cylinder capacity was increased from 5.5 to 6.3 liters. Because of this and several mechanical improvements, the unit has power 800 h.p. and torque now stands at its 1 420 Nm. For security reasons, however, the torque is limited to 1 100Nm. But this is absolutely sufficient to guarantee the acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h for 3.7 sec, 0-200 km/h for 9.9 sec and 0-300 km/h for 23.9 sec. Top speed is electronically does freeze the 350 km/h, although the speedometer is graduated to 400 km/h. This means that the dynamic performance of the body are identical with those of the sedan. The extreme E-Class Coupe has a five-speed automatic gearbox, limited slip differential, a more powerful braking system, adjustable suspension, new stabilizers and 19-inch wheels. Are also new intake and exhaust systems, the latter being made of stainless steel and has four tailpipes.
Brabus engineers have worked hard on the aerodynamics of the E V12 Coupe, to improve its stability. Created a complete bodykit made of carbon, and the tailgate is mounted high wing. Integrated LED daytime running lights in the front bumper are also part of package.

VATH tuned Mercedes E 500 Coupe

Viliyana Filipova — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 04:46:46 +0000

With its 388 h.p., Mercedes E 500 Coupe offers excellent dynamics, such as acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h for only 5.4 sec going for. and the maximum speed limit is 250 km/h. For VATH However, these indicators are clearly not sufficient, so that tuners have decided to develop its version of the coupe called V50S and including a number of mechanical and cosmetic changes. The company did not mention how they responded to improvements in acceleration, but it is clear that speed limiter is moved to 280 km/h. By reprogramming of the control unit of the unit, replacing the air filter with sports equipment and more productive exhaust system, the Germans were able to increase the power of the 5.5-liter V8 engine to 435 h.p. and its maximum torque is increased from 520 to 575 Nm. Mercedes E 500 Coupe is also received adjustable suspension, allowing the car to bring down to 20 mm to 65 mm, the new brake calipers and 378 mm 6-stroke. discs and 20-inch wheels. The new car bodykit consists of front lip spoiler and rear diffuser cover and as such parts are made of carbon fiber.
The V50S interior boasts a special leather upholstery, carbon-specific pads and decorations.

BMW presented 335is Coupe and 335is Cabrio

Viliyana Filipova — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 02:07:58 +0000

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.
In both versions is the maximum speed limit of 241 kilometers per hour, a figure Hich is not accidental. It is equivalent to 150 miles per hour speed limit as in the United States because it is such a market will emerge first compartment and convertible, respectively, with prices from $ 50,525 and $ 59,075. BMW 335is Coupe and 335is Cabrio is distinguished from other alterations in the presence of M-Sport package as standard which, in the other is available as an option.

BMW renewed 3-Series Coupe and Cabrio

Viliyana Filipova — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 11:38:05 +0000

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.
The 3.0-liter new BMW engine is cleaner and more economical than its predecessor. The combination between him and the six-speed manual gearbox allows the updated 3-Series Coupe and Cabrio accelerate from 0-100km / h. respectively 5.3 and 5.5 sec, while their average cost of fuel are 8.4 and 8.8l/100km. and emitted CO2 emissions – 196 gr/km and 205 gr/km. All other engines are available with BMW 3-Series Coupe and Cabrio currently received minor improvements led to an increase in their facilities and reduce CO2 exhaust emissions and fuel consumption. Updated car will be offered in the spring, when we introduce a new base modification and 318i, equipped with two-liters petrol engine generating 143 h.p.

Cadillac CTS-V Coupe

Viliyana Filipova — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 19:28:20 +0000

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.
Wheelbase Cadillac CTS-V Coupe is the same as the sedan, but the height and length are of 51 millimeters. smaller. The main visual difference between even and coupe version of the standard CTS-V is in the radiator grille, which in the latter provides greater flow of air to the engine.

Hamann tuned BMW M3 Coupe

Viliyana Filipova — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:01:43 +0000

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.
Inside the compartment were added elements rather than aluminum and carbon fiber, giving a more sporty character of the interior.

Arden tuned Jaguar XK AJ 20 Coupe

Viliyana Filipova — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 05:04:18 +0000

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.
The maximum speed is 295 km / h, which makes the XK AJ 20 Coupe the fastest Jaguar on the road.