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Nissan GT1 GR-R
Looks mean, huh? OK, the paint job might be a bit Ford-tiger-stripes from the early 90s, but we’ll forgive that. Check out that rear wing. Check out those arches. Check out those side-exit exhausts.
Nissan has ditched the GT-R’s twin-turbo 3.8-litre V6 engine in favour of a naturally aspirated 5.6-litre V8, which puts out a mighty 600bhp and 479lb ft of torque..all to the rear wheels.
Nissan GT1 GT-R - which will be run by NISMO and Gigawave Motorsports – will make its race debut at the FIA Silverstone meet on May 3, and is likely to take part in three further races this year before a full campaign in 2010. It’ll be gunning for the Maserati MC12s, Corvette C6Rs, Saleen S7Rs and Ford GTs. They should be afraid.
? Source: topgear
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2009 MTM Audi R8 in Porsche Green
– New programme at MTM fulfils every customer wish
– Motoren Technik Mayer paints the Audi R8 in original GT3 Porsche green colour
– Compressor modification increases the performance by a third to 560 hp (418 kW)
– Aerodynamics kit made of carbon fibre pushes the super sports car on the tarmac
– Forged wheels MTM Bimoto in 9×20 and 11×20 inches
– Height-adjustable chassis springs for Magnetic Ride System and serial dampers

Customers who want to avoid that their neighbours suddenly shows up with the same car, are now given a guarantee by MTM that this will certainly not happen. The new programme MTM individual meets all customer wishes and creates a unique automobile. Therefore, MTM allows an individualisation of the car, as far as the ideas of the customer reach. Nothing can top this exclusivity. Motoren Technik Mayer (MTM) now shows what the individualisation programme offers. Following customer requirements, the automobile manufacturer from the Upper Bavarian town Wettstetten has modified the Audi R8 to such an extent that a unique sports machine has been created and there is no second car like that.
The most striking novelty of the middle-engine super sports car with the aluminium body is the garish green paint. ?Porsche 2D8? is the exact name of this brash colour which became famous on the Porsche GT3. With this work, MTM confirms its love for details. As apart from the large-scale paint of the aluminium body, the internationally successful car refiner also painted areas in the engine compartment and has left further accents all over the car. Therefore, not only the colouring is unique, but also the manufacture.
On all four black brake callipers and on the black fuel cap, there is a green ?R8? nameplate. The ultra-light MTM Bimoto light alloy wheels measuring 9×20 and 11×20 inches in glossy black, show the green nameplate ?MTM forged? on one spoke per wheel and therefore refer to the high-quality forged technology of the rim. In the interior, the exciting car colour repeats at the seams of the suede MTM steering wheel and the ?Quattro? nameplate on the glove department flap. Also, the ?R8? logo on the gear-shift shines in green.
But the striking colour does not reduce MTM?s own stylishness. Therefore, Motoren Technik Mayer sticks to the characteristic two-colour paint which is typical for the Audi R8. Behind the doors an area measuring 12 inches and painted in glossy black renders a contrast and gives the car a distinctive R8-appearance.
And MTM would not be MTM when they settled with a new paint. Therefore, they also offer a significant performance enhancement. The especially developed compressor technology which made MTM famous all over the world, propels the performance of the V8-engine with 4.2 litres cubic capacity from 420 hp (313 kW) by a third up to breathtaking 560 hp (418 kW). Also the maximum torque increases by 34 percent from 430 to 580 Newton metres. MTM also offers this enormous power improvement for the Audi R8 with the V10-engine. By exchanging the motor electronics, the performance of the latter then increases from 520 hp (388 kW) to 560 hp (418 kW) as well.
? Source: seriouswheels
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The 2010 Zenvo ST1
(Unfortunately my server disallows upload of photo)
Competition is riffe for Pagani, Ascari, Koenigsegg and Bugatti with a brand new supercar manufacturer coming onto the scene with a car that is fronted to win some design awards if it can make its production date early next year.
The car is staggering not only in its design, but its appeal too and if that doesn’t float your boat then here are some statistics. A 7ltr Turbocharged and Supercharged V8 producing a power to weight ratio of 802bhp/ton or 1104bhp (that makes its power greater than a Bugatti Veyron). The speed has been electronically limited to 233mph and the big stat is that it does 0-100kph in 3.0 seconds (which isn’t faster than a bugatti). Its design seems to filter certain aspects of other models such as the front sloping end and wheel arches like those of a Lambourgini but has much softer curves like those of Jessica Alba’s buttocks. Because it is mid-engined that may speculate that it will courner spectacularly well if balanced correctly and the power controlled rather than it ripping up the tarmac and you spin off like a bad remake of a popular tv series (Knight Rider comes to mind).
While the ST1 wont be breaking any production land records for its speed its pure precense is mind boggling from its gapping front end to its wrap around spoiler. From head to toe you see similarities to Lotus, Lambourghini, the Nissan GT-R, Carerra GT but still comes completely original.
I look forward to the follow up on this car that can only be described as Biblical.
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Jeep Parts and a quality SUV
American Motors Corporation, has been in the automobile industry since
1941. As the longest existing SUV marquee in the business, it is among
the top choices of off-road enthusiasts as it has attested to the
varying demands in this volatile world of automobiles. Today, Jeep
continues to evolve and to produce more vehicles that are equipped with
efficient Jeep Parts since it joined Chrysler Corporation more than two
decades ago.Models of the company greatly rely on the standard Jeep Parts as these
contribute to the overall function of each vehicle. Since the products
of Jeep, like the compact SUV Liberty (or Cherokee outside the United
States), the medium size SUVs Grand Cherokee, and the pick-up truck
Comanche, among others, are all geared toward off-road adventures,
these SUVs are unified and equipped with sturdy auto parts that are
tasked to endure the literally tough demands brought about by
inconsistent terrains of off-road trails. A Jeep Grand Cherokee, for
example, will definitely need more muscle to easily traverse easily
these rocky off-road paths. For thatIn order to handle such obstacles,
the company powered this SUV with a 6.1-liter HEMI V8 engine that
allows this mid-size vehicle to muster enough energy needed for the
whole operation. With such a beefed up powertrain system, the American
automaker strategically installed an equally high-performing suspension
system. This is tasked to complement the engine’s capabilities and at
the same time provide better ride control and stability for the
driver’s and the passenger’s convenience and comfort. With the
suspension parts like springs, control arms, anti-sway bars, and shock
absorbers, among others, the person behind the steering wheel can
maneuver the vehicle to sudden and sharp turns with much ease and
firmness. In addition to those Jeep Parts, the efficient brake system
further enables a Jeep SUV to be safely driven even on rough paths.
Like any other auto parts, Jeep parts
are also weakened by the everyday wear and tear. In order to
continuously enjoy the benefits of the Jeep SUV, it is only best for
owners to keep track of the shelf-life of these crucial auto components
as well as detect the defective ones. Once a Jeep Part or two is
damaged, it is best to get it fix or to replace the component
altogether than endure the unfortunate consequences later on.
author
Anthony Fontanelle is a 35-year-old automotive buff who grew up in the
Windy City. He does freelance work for an automotive magazine when he
is not busy customizing cars in his shop.