Lorinser Mercedes SL

As early as back in the Fifties, a major car magazine wrote: "The Mercedes SL is the most cultivated and at the same time most fascinating among the sports cars of our time". With the most recent facelift from Stuttgart, the myth is more alive than ever. Sportservice Lorinser has reset the jewel among sports cars: the aerodynamic body parts of the Swabian vehicle customiser are fascinatingly reminiscent of the original racing car character, when the letters SL still stood for "Sport Light".

The front is shaped by a new spoiler bumper that is characterised by three giant openings with racing grill inserts as well as a blade shaped spoiler hung below in the middle. The integrated end-to-end lip flows seamlessly into the widely flared Lorinser fender. Its slanted, larger air inlets represent the aura of the original even more strongly than the already successful series version. Additional distinctive elements of the side line are the new side skirts that are also characterised in the rear part by large air openings. In addition, its contours take in the swing of the doors and bring the SL optically nearer the ground in combination with Lorinser's lowering. In addition, the sports car is even a touch more connected with the ground when it comes to extreme driving situations and isn't put off by any bend. The outstanding driving qualities also include wide tyres and remarkable light-alloy wheels. The RS 9 wheel is full of energy, and this central theme also applies especially to the design of the rear of the vehicle: while the series model tends to appear rather simple here, the Lorinser spoiler bumper draws a great deal of power from its strong contours. The observer here not only immediately notices the diffuser inset with sporty grill, but also the sculpturally moulded semi-gondolas. They house the end tips of the exhaust system with their four openings. It's clear that the Roadster not only produces hot air, but is also developing a gigantic forward thrust. Drivers that aren't satisfied with potent series engines can soon look forward to an optimisation from Lorinser engineers. However, a more sporty and elegant interior can be ordered there already.

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Mercedes CLK 63 AMG ‘Black Widow’ by Vorsteiner

Straight out of the box the Mercedes Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series is already one of the most extreme production cars on the planet, leaving others in its wake thanks to its 507hp (378kW) and 465lb-ft (630Nm) V8 engine. Despite its stock supercar performance, American tuner Vorsteiner has now released an even more performance-focused version of it.

Ditching the car’s Black Series designation in favor of Vorsteiner’s ‘Black Widow’ nameplate, the tuning firm’s engineers having taken the entire car to task, adding modifications to both the exterior styling and interior mechanicals.

The list of modifications include a new lightweight dry carbon-fiber front spoiler and a more aggressive replacement deck lid spoiler. The combination of these elements has been found to improve down force and aerodynamics during high speed tests, with the car easily reaching top speeds of over 320km/h. All the parts are a direct bolt onto the factory body panels without any modifications required.

As for mechanical upgrades, Vorsteiner insists that its engineers are still working on the car and plans to release even more upgrades further down the track. Some of the minor modifications planned include an ECU retune and the addition of high flow exhaust manifolds and sport catalysts.

Brabus Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG

The BRABUS engine specialists have developed the B63 S performance kit specifically for the fast-revving engine of the Mercedes C 63 AMG. It consists of free-flow high-performance metal catalysts, sport air filters and newly programmed engine electronics with custom mapping for ignition and injection. Together these components result in an increase in power output from 457 hp (450 bhp) / 336 kW to 530 hp (523 bhp) / 390 kW. Peak torque grows from 600 Nm to 650 Nm (442 to 479 lb-ft).

Also part of the conversion is the BRABUS Vmax unit, available in two versions for top speeds of 300 or 315 km/h (188 or 197 mph). Acceleration performance also improves with the added power: The sprint from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) is shortened from 4.5 to 4.1 seconds; 200 km/h (124 mph) is reached after 13.1 seconds, down from 14.5 seconds for the production car.

The impressive top speed of the BRABUS-tuned C 63 AMG necessitates precise modifications to tires, suspension and brakes. The electronically limited top speed of 315 km/h (197 mph) is possible thanks to 19-inch high-performance tires from Pirelli or YOKOHAMA. The tires in size 235/35 ZR 19 in front and in size 265/30 ZR 19 on the rear axle are mounted on multi-piece BRABUS Monoblock VI, E or S light-alloy wheels. The front axle features these wheels in size 8.5Jx19, the rear axle in size 9.5Jx19.

The large wheels provide the necessary space for the BRABUS high-performance brake system. It features vented and grooved 380 x 37 millimeter (15 x 1.45 inches) brake discs and 12-piston aluminum fixed calipers on the front axle. The rear axle stops with 360 x 28 millimeter (14.2 x 1.1 inches) discs and 6-piston aluminum fixed calipers. These high-tech brakes can keep even the enormous performance of a tuned C 63 safely in check at all times.

The height-adjustable BRABUS coil-over suspension features gas-pressure shocks with ten selectable settings each for bound and rebound. It offers a sporty yet comfortable ride as well as agile handling with large safety reserves.

The palette of exclusive BRABUS accessories for the interior of the C-Class sedan ranges from scuff plates with illuminated BRABUS logo to the ‘BRABUS Race’ shifter.

Upon customer request the company-own upholstery shop creates especially exclusive BRABUS interiors crafted from a select combination of especially soft yet durable BRABUS Mastik leather and Alcantara.

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BMW M3 E92 by Vorsteiner

While German tuners generally tend to stick with a single marque, tinkering with the likes of BMWs, Audis, Mercedes or Porsches to the exclusion of others, American tuner Vorsteiner works with all three marques, and its latest creation has tuners from around the world sitting up and taking notice. Borrowing inspiration from a now-neglected slice of BMW’s own factory-produced special-edition lineup, the Vorsteiner car shows what could have been.

Working with the new BMW M3, Vorsteiner has attempted to recreate the flavor of BMW CSL models, which had extra power and lighter kerb weights to provide a more exhilarating driving experience. This Vorsteiner creation replaces some of the original parts with carbon-fiber replacements, and along with a titanium exhaust that shaves weight and opens up the sound, wider wheels and more power the Vorsteiner M3 is expected to be a more engaging drive than the standard M3. The V8 found in the standard M3 has had its engine mapping altered to squeeze out an extra 40hp (29kW), raising it to 460hp (343kW) total, while torque has also been improved to 328lb-ft (445Nm), up from the standard 295lb-ft (400Nm). The electronic speed limiter has been removed, allowing the Vorsteiner M3 to reach almost 200mph (320km/h).
Vorsteiner is also planning a 500hp version in the near future, which should take the M3 beyond the 200mph mark.

Wald bodykit for the BMW 3-series

Tuners have been known to go to extravagant lengths to create a ‘unique’ interpretation of a vehicle, and German-car tuners are no exception, even if the company doing the tuning is Japanese. From over-the-top bodykits to insane amounts of power, no stone is left unturned. Wald’s 3-series bodykit is something of a change of pace, then, although its dramatic looks definitely let onlookers know this is not a stock BMW.

Available in white (pictured) and gun-metal grey, the Wald E90 Sport Line 3-series appearance kit features side-skirts, a trunk-lid spoiler, a completely reworked front and rear appearance, plus four fog lamps. Custom 19in wheels with low-profile tires five the Wald the mean stance that befits its aggressive new trim.
A custom exhaust system offers a high-performance sound, though that’s the extent of the driveline modifications, so don’t expect to go running down M3s, despite the car’s mean look. The overall restraint shown in the Wald kit is refreshing, though only by comparison to some of the more extreme tuner modifications.

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Racedesign Seat Leon

At the front, a RDX RACEDESIGN front spoiler bumper “GTI-Five“ for 399 euros renders an impressively sportive appearance. Its middle part has been designed to enable the application of a contrasting colour which allows an even more individual look. Moreover, it is possible to fit original Audi S6 daytime runnning lights above the air inlets on the left and right side. For the air inlets, RDX RACEDESIGN provides matching grid elements. Customers may chose from four different grid designs when placing an order. For the sides, RDX RACEDESIGN devised a Turbo-look skirt set for 129.95 euros which makes the Leon look even more brawny and powerful in profile. The “GTI-Five“ rear apron (for 349 euros) features the diffuser appearance of a touring car while the customer has the choice of four different designs for the grid. The diffuser section is also calling for a contrasting colour varnish. Furthermore, the rear apron is supplied without excisions for the exhaust end pipe so that it can be perfectly adjusted to the own exhaust system.

The RDX RACEDESIGN parts for the Seat Leon 1P are also available as a set for 790 euros. You save approximately 88 euros!

All RDX RACEDESIGN components are accurately fitting, easy to varnish and of course approved and authorized by the German TÜV (Technical Control Board).

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