Pagani Zonda C12 Spider

The Pagani Zonda is a supercar produced by the Italian car manufacturer Pagani. It debuted in 1999 with the C12s with production proceeding at roughly 25 cars per year. It is a mid-engined 2-seat coupe and convertible. Construction is mainly of carbon fiber. Some early Zonda engineering was done by Formula One champion, Juan Manuel Fangio

Pagani Zonda C12 S Specifications:
Make and Model: Pagani Zonda C12 S
Year: 1999
Engine Type: 6.0 Liter AMG V12
Torque: 554lb-ft@4050rpm
Acceleration 0-60: 3.7 s
Suspension: Double Wishbones w/Helical Springs, Hydraulic Dampers, Anti-Roll Bar
Wheel Base: 274.32 inches
List Price: $350,000
Horsepower: 555bhp@5550rpm

Top Speed: 220 mph
Brakes: Brembro Discs with 4-Pot Calipers, Hydraulic Assist, ABS
Transmission: 6 Speed Manual
Weight: 2976 lbs

The C12 S used a 7.0 L (7010 cc) AMG tuned version of the engine producing 550 PS (404 kW/543 hp). It can accelerate to 60 mph (97 km/h) in 3.7 s, to 100 mph in 9.5 s and complete the quarter mile in 11.9 s. Lateral acceleration on the skidpad is 0.98 g (9.6 m/s2). The car is 10 kg (22 lb) lighter than the normal Zonda C12. Top speed is 220 mph (354 km/h) for the coupe and 215 mph (346 km/h) for the roadster. The car's price tag was US$350,000.
The C12 S features an elongated nose and flaps at the rear for improved aerodynamics. New light clusters and exhausts are also used. Fifteen 7.0 L C12 S cars were produced.

That Pagani's $350,000, 200-plus-mph Zonda C12S is built just a stone's throw from Modena comes as no surprise. The car's pure audacity could be born only in central Italy's "Silicon Valley of Speed," the region that produces most of the world's great supercars. But unlike countless others who've dreamed of making their automotive statement in Modena--only to disappear shortly thereafter--the maker of this throwback to the region's golden era of the '60s is well on his way to success.
Zonda interior is an engaging mix of high tech and natural materials. Every inch of the car was passionately designed, even if a few details are over the top.
Who's the man behind the effort, and what makes his car so special? Horacio Pagani was born in Argentina and constantly sketched sports cars during his early teens. He designed and built his first F3 racer at age 20. As his reputation grew, Pagani befriended fellow countryman, and five-time F1 champion, Juan Manuel Fangio. The Maestro soon learned of Horacio's desire to work in Modena, so he wrote a letter of introduction, and the enthusiastic young man headed straight to Italy. Lamborghini's chief engineer, Giulio Alfieri, the mastermind behind Fangio's world-championship Maserati 250F, quickly hired him. Pagani began experimenting with carbon fiber, intuitively recognizing the material's possibilities.

Porsche Carrera GT

Specifications

Brakes & Tires Brakes F/R: ABS, vented disc/vented disc Driveline: Rear Wheel Drive Tires F-R: 265/35 ZR19 - 335/30 ZR20 Engine Displacement cu in (cc): 350 (5733) Power bhp (kW) at RPM: 605(450) / 8000 Redline at RPM: 8400 Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM: 437(590) / 5750 Type: V10 Exterior Dimensions & Weight Length × Width × Height in: 181.6 × 75.6 × 45.9 Weight lb (kg): 3043 (1380) Performance Acceleration 0-62 mph s: 3.9 Fuel Economy EPA city/highway mpg (l/100 km): 10/16 (n.a.) Top Speed mph (km/h): 205 (330)

With its V10 engine providing more than 600 horsepower and with an array of cutting edge technologies including a ceramic composite clutch and brakes beneath its carbon-reinforced body, the Porsche Carrera GT uses the undiluted qualities of a genuine racecar to provide an unprecedented driving experience on the road.

Beautiful Design and Engineering, and 605 Horsepower

The Porsche Carrera GT, which was introduced as a 2004 model, is a low, sleek, lightweight roadster that is as beautiful to the engineer as it is to the eye. Foul weather protection is also available in the form of two removable panels that can be stored in the front trunk.

Among the car’s unique features are its 5.7-liter, 605-horsepower V10 engine, its monocoque chassis with Porsche-patented engine and transmission mounts made of carbon-reinforced plastic and the first use of a ceramic composite clutch in a production car. The Carrera GT’s aerodynamic and race-bred suspension package provides safe and stable travel at speeds of up to 205 mph (330 km/h). The Carrera GT features the extensive use of lightweight materials, such as magnesium for the car’s substantial wheels and the frames of its special sport seats.

The result of such artistic and athletic equipment is a car that accelerates from a standing start to 62 mph (100 km/h) in only 3.9 seconds, reaches 100 mph (160 km/h) in less than seven seconds, 125 mph (200 km/h) in less than 10 seconds, and can achieve a top test-track speed of 205 mph (330 km/h).

Purebred Racing Engine

Porsche’s development center in Weissach, Germany, built a 5.5-liter, normally aspirated V10 engine for racing, and that engine’s bores have been enlarged to displace 5.7 liters in the Carrera GT. Maximum output is rated at 605 horsepower at 8,000 rpm, with peak torque of 435 lb-ft. The engine has a very low center of gravity, a 68-degree V angle and four valves-per-cylinder heads. The engine block serves as a load-bearing part of the chassis structure, yet is so strong that there is no distortion to the cylinder bores. Using dry-sump lubrication reduces the number of engine components and seals and also helps optimize weight and reliability.

The engine has a closed-deck configuration, a principle carried over from motorsports. This closeddesk architecture enables the cylinders to be cooled by internal water chambers that directly surround the cylinders. Three front-mounted radiators and cross flow cooling ensure optimum heat transfer even under high engine loads.

The engine weighs only 472 pounds (214 kg). The block, crankshaft and camshafts are all made of light alloys. The crankshaft is designed to operate at speeds of up to 8,400 rpm and is both forged and designed for minimum mass inertia and thus offers maximum torsional stiffness.

Race-winning Suspension Design

The chassis and suspension of the Porsche Carrera GT are based on the architecture of the Porsche GT1, the car that won the 24 Hours of Le Mans race in 1998. For example, as on the GT1, the rear track control arms of the Carrera GT are made of aerodynamically designed steel tubes. However, Porsche engineers did not forget the need for driving comfort on the street when they adapted such racing-bred systems for the road-going supercar.

Like a racecar, the Carrera GT uses pushrod suspension with double-track control arms at all four corners to give the Carrera GT its refined response and behavior, feeding forces smoothly and efficiently into the car’s chassis. Where many cars use MacPherson spring struts, the Carrera GT’s spring and damper elements are operated by stainless steel pushrods and pivot levers, which separate the guidance function from the spring action.

Functional Ambience is Interior Theme

Even with its racing-quality performance, the Porsche Carrera GT has a cockpit characterized by functional ambience and the extensive use of high-tech materials. Carbon, magnesium and leather dominate interior materials, with composite components either in their natural state or painted to match the magnesium pieces.

The car’s center console is made of composite materials covered in galvanized magnesium and features the chassis number imprinted on the surface. The shift lever is positioned about halfway up the console directly next to the steering wheel.

The seats are finished in smooth leather and have manual adjustment (fore, aft and height) because power motors would add unnecessary weight. The seats are made of a composite carbon shell. Each seat weighs only 23.6 pounds (10.7 kg.), compared to 44.1 pounds (20 kg.) for the seats in a typical Porsche 911.

Air conditioning is optimized for weight and the car comes with a standard air filter system. A glass screen is mounted between the supplemental safety bars to help reduce wind buffeting. Even though the Carrera GT is a serious performance car, it can be equipped with many comfort features, including a navigation system and Bose audio. A battery trickle-charger is included as standard equipment.

Mitsuoka Orochi Concept 2001

Little known outside of Asia, Mitsuoka Motor Co. is a smaller Japanese car manufacturer that primarily builds retro-looking automobiles that are usually to some extent derivative of well-known classic cars from England.

By contrast, the mid-engine Orochi is definitely a bold and original styling statement. There doesn’t appear to be much information available on this concept. Early reports were that the first showcars put on display did not run. Though that may have been true, the one picture does show that they did get at least as far as an operable and road-going prototype.

Koenigsegg CCX

We were all set to go shoot the Koenigsegg CCX and CCXR Edition cars in their exotic black and red kit, but what we found instead was this carbon fiber goddess. There's nothing quite like a raw carbon fiber finish to make the visceral reaction to driving a supercar more palpable. Still, we would have liked to have seen the black and red ones too. Either way, this Swedish Siren still scores highly on the must-have meter. Like the "normal" CCX and CCXR, the Edition models are powered by supercharged V8s, but their displacement has been bumped from 4.7-liters to a full 5.0, good enough for 888HP in the CCX and a non-Edition-matching 1,018HP in the E85-burning CCXR. Both cars are said to be good for a 0-60 sprint of just under three seconds, but the "R" can top out at least five MPH higher than the CCX, 250 versus 245. Price of entry for these two limited edition models is steep, with the Edition CCX starting at 1,330,000 euro and the Edition CCXR at 1,500,000 euro, but Koenigsegg only has to find 14 takers on the former and six for the latter. They hinted that almost all slots have been claimed, so if you are interested, act now.

Gallery: Koenigsegg Edition

[Source: Koenigsegg]

PRESS RELEASE:

Koenigsegg Edition cars.

Due to request from certain Koenigsegg Clients and Customers, Koenigsegg has created a Limited Edition version of it's sought after cars.

The Koenigsegg Edition comes in two limited versions, the CCX and CCXR models.

It features a 5.0L twin supercharged Koenigsegg engine, together with many other unique features. The car is more track biased compared to the standard models, as it has stiffer springs and anti-roll bars, reset dampers and lowered chassis. It also features a fully visible carbon body a large adjustable rear wing, larger front splitter and side strakes for increased down force and a unique forged wheel design.

The interior is also reworked and features; color matched leather carpets, Edition side step plates, Edition chronograph instrument cluster, New edition only layout for the center consol control panels.

All other extra equipment comes as standard, such as Carbon Wheels, Special interior trim and color, Rearview camera, Satnav or Bluetooth, Amplifiers, complete Inconell exhaust system in order to save weight.

The Edition cars will be built in two different versions, a CCX model limited to 14 cars with 888 bhp and a CCXR (Bio flexi fuel) model limited to 6 cars with 1018 bhp. The price for the 888 hp CCX is 1 330 000 Euro, and 1 500 000 Euro for the 1018 hp CCXR (E85/petrol flex fuel) version. The two first of each version are already spoken for.

CCX Edition Technical Specification

Performace

• Acceleration: 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) 2.9 seconds.
• 0-200 km/h 9.2 sec, 0-200-0 km/h 14 sec
• Top speed: 400+ km/h (245+ mph).
• Braking distance: 32m (100–0 km/h)
• Lateral G-force: 1.4 G
• Weight to Power ratio: 1.44 kg/hp
• Weight distribution %: 45% front, 55% rear
• Fuel consumption: Highway travel: 13 l/100 km
• Combined: 17 l/100 km

Body

• Two-door, two-seater with removable hardtop
• stowable under the front hood lid.
• Composite Group System. Total Body weight 56 kg
• Dimensions
• Total length: 4293 mm (169")
• Total width: 1996 mm (78.6")
• Total height: 1120 mm (44,1")
• Ground clearance: 100 mm (3.9")
• Fuel capacity: 70 litres (18,5 gallons US)
• Luggage compartment: 120 litres (31,7 gallons US)
• Dry weight: 1280 kg (2821LBS) (Fully equipped with: Airbag, Glass roof and rear window, power windows, ABS, soundinsulation, lifting system, Power steering and power brakes)

Aerodynamics

• Cd. 0,33 Frontal area 1.867 m2
• Flat underside of chassis. Venturi tunnels at rear of chassis/body.

Steering

• Rack and pinion power assisted steering. 2.7 turns lock to lock.
• Turning circle: 11 metres.
• TRW electrohydraulic power assisted.

Chassis

• Front and rear suspension: Double wishbones, chnical adjustable ups Racing gas-hydraulic two way adjustable shock absorbers, pushrod operated. Anti-roll bar.
• Electronically adjustable ride height.
• with aluminium honecomb and integrated fueltanks for optimal weight distribution and safety. Monocouqe torsional rigidity: 58.000 nm/degree. Weight including tanks: 72 kg
• Front: Cr Mo subframe, with integrated crashmembers.
• Rear: semi-stressed engine and gearbox with support struts, for optimal rigidity and no engine inertia movements.
• Fully machined aircraft aluminium uprights, with SKF LeMans specification 150mm anglecontact ball bearings.
• GKN hollow/gundrilled driveshafts.
• Integrated pushrod operated VPS dual adjustable gas shockabsorbers.
• Koenigsegg Z-style progressive and lightweight anti-roll bars front and rear.

Brakes

• Front brakes: Ceramic discs Ø 380 mm, 34 mm wide. 8 piston light alloy Brembo monoblock calipers. Power assisted.
• Koenigsegg Advanced Control system.
• Rear brakes: Ceramic discs Ø 362 mm, 32 mm wide. 6 piston light alloy AP Racing callipers. Power assisted.
• Koenigsegg Advanced Control system.
• Traction Control: F1 style for optimal performance with 5 different handling modes.

Wheels

• Koenigsegg Carbon / alloy wheels with centre locking.
• Front:19" x 9.5"
• Rear: 20" x 12.5"

Tyres

• Michelin Pilot Sport 2.
• Unidirectional with asymmetric tread pattern.
• Front: 255/35–19" (Y)
• Rear: 335/30–20" (Y)

Transmission

• Specially developed 6-speed gearbox.
• Torque sensitive, limited slip differential.
• Clutch: Dual Plate, Ø 240 mm.
• Transversally mounted race style gearbox with limited slip differential. 6 gears plus reverse.
• Final ratio: 3,364
• 1st gear: 2,875
• 2nd gear: 1,773
• 3rd gear: 1,267
• 4th gear: 1,000
• 5th gear: 0,833
• 6th gear: 0,711
• Reverse gear: 3,000

Engine

• Type: Koenigsegg V8 cast aluminium, 4 valves per cylinder, double overhead camshafts.
• Displacement: 5.0 litre
• Compression: 8.6.1
• Lubrication system: Dry sump with oil spray piston cooling.
• Oil cooler.
• Weight 178 kg including supercharger and drysumpsystem.
• Intake Manifold: Koenigsegg milled aircraft aluminium manifold.
• Patented response charge system for optimal engine respons.
• Manifold ceramic coated.
• Emission levels: Euro IV. CARB/EPA Bin 5, with OBDII.
• Sequential, multipoint fuel injection.Twin Rotrex centrifugal superchargers with response system 1.5 bar boost pressure.
• Hydraulic lifting system: Lifts the front of the car 50mm in 3 seconds, from the press of the button. Automatic drop down safety feature at 50 km/h.
• Central electrical system: Digital semiconductors instead of fuses or relays. Can bus operated and fully programmable functionality.

• Power output: 888 Bhp at 7.000 rpm.
• Maximum torque: 920 Nm (678ftlb) at 5.800 rpm.

CCXR Edition Technical Specification

Performance

• Acceleration: 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) 2.9 seconds.
• 0-200 km/h 8.9 sec, 0-200-0 km/h 13.7 sec
• Top speed: 417+ km/h (250+ mph).
• Braking distance: 32m (100–0 km/h)
• Lateral G-force: 1.4 G
• Weight to Power ratio: CCXR: 1.26 kg/hp
• Weight distribution %: 45% front, 55% rear
• Fuel consumption: Highway travel: 18 l/100 km (E85)
• Combined: 22 l/100 km (E85)

Body

• Two-door, two-seater with removable hardtop stowable under the front hood lid.
• Composite Group System. Total Body weight 56 kg
• Dimensions
• Total length: 4293 mm (169")
• Total width: 1996 mm (78.6")
• Total height: 1120 mm (44,1")
• Ground clearance: 100 mm (3.9")
• Fuel capacity: 70 litres (18,5 gallons US)
• Luggage compartment: 120 litres (31,7 gallons US)
• Dry weight: 1280 kg (2821LBS) (Fully equipped with: Airbag, Glass roof and rear window, power windows, ABS, soundinsulation, lifting system, Power steering and power brakes)

Aerodynamics

• Cd. 0,33 Frontal area 1.867 m2
• Flat underside of chassis. Venturi tunnels at rear of chassis/body.

Steering

• Rack and pinion power assisted steering. 2.7 turns lock to lock.
• Turning circle: 11 metres.
• TRW electrohydraulic power assisted.

Chassis

• Front and rear suspension: Double wishbones, adjustable ups Racing gas-hydraulic two way adjustable shock absorbers, pushrod operated. Anti-roll bar. Electronically adjustable ride height.
• with aluminium honecomb and integrated fueltanks for optimal weight distribution and safety. Monocouqe torsional rigidity: 58.000 nm/degree. Weight including tanks: 72 kg
• Front: Cr Mo subframe, with integrated crashmembers.
• Rear: semi-stressed engine and gearbox with support struts, for optimal rigidity and no engine inertia movements.
• Fully machined aircraft aluminium uprights, with SKF LeMans specification 150mm anglecontact ball bearings.
• GKN hollow/gundrilled driveshafts.
• Koenigsegg Z-style progressive and lightweight antiroll- bars front and rear.

Brakes

• Front brakes: Ceramic discs Ø 380 mm, 34 mm wide. 8 piston light alloy Brembo monoblock calipers. Power assisted.
• Koenigsegg Advanced Control system.
• Rear brakes: Ceramic discs Ø 362 mm, 32 mm wide. 6 piston light alloy AP Racing callipers. Power assisted.
• Koenigsegg Advanced Control system.
• Traction Control: F1 style for optimal performance with 5 different handling modes.

Wheels

• Koenigsegg Carbon / alloy wheels with centre locking.
• Front:19" x 9.5"
• Rear: 20" x 12.5"

Tyres

• Michelin Pilot Sport 2.
• Unidirectional with asymmetric tread pattern.
• Front: 255/35–19" (Y)
• Rear: 335/30–20" (Y)

Transmission

• Specially developed 6-speed gearbox.
• Torque sensitive, limited slip differential.
• Clutch: Dual Plate, Ø 240 mm.
• Transversally mounted race style gearbox with limited slip differential. 6 gears plus reverse.
• Final ratio: 3,364
• 1st gear: 2,875
• 2nd gear: 1,773
• 3rd gear: 1,267
• 4th gear: 1,000
• 5th gear: 0,833
• 6th gear: 0,711
• Reverse gear: 3,000

Engine

• Type: Koenigsegg V8 cast aluminium, 4 valves per cylinder, double overhead camshafts.
• Displacement: 5.000 cm3.
• Compression: 9.2:1
• Lubrication system: Dry sump with oil spray piston cooling.
• Oil cooler.
• Weight 178 kg including supercharger and drysumpsystem.
• Intake Manifold: Koenigsegg milled aircraft aluminium manifold.
• Patented response charge system for optimal engine respons.
• Manifold ceramic coated.
• Emission levels: Euro IV.
• Sequential, multipoint fuel injection.Twin Rotrex centrifugal superchargers with response system 1.6 bar boost pressure.
• Hydraulic lifting system: Lifts the front of the car 50mm in 3 seconds, from the press of the button. Automatic drop down safety feature at 50 km/h.
• Central electrical system: Digital semiconductors instead of fuses or relays. Can bus operated and fully programmable functionality.

• Power output: 1018 Bhp at 7.000 rpm.
• Maximum torque: 1060 Nm (740ftlb) at 5.600 rpm.

Standard Equipment
• Large adjustable carbon rear wing
• Larger front splitter and side strakes for increased down force
• Unique forged wheel design
• Stiffer springs and anti-roll bars
• Reset dampers and lowered chassis
• Bodywork in clear coated Carbon
• Carbon Fibre Rims
• Custom Colour Leather Interior
• Sound System, Rear Camera and GPS Navigation
• Chronograph Instrument Cluster
• Car Cover
• Detachable & in-car storable roof
• Climate Control
• Electric rear view mirrors
• Leather upholstery
• Central locking
• Electrical windows
• Alarm with immobilizer
• Airbags
• Power steering
• Hydraulic ride height system
• Power brakes
• ABS
• Traction Control
• Driving education
• Clear coated Carbon Splitters, Side Skirts and Lamps
• 5 years free service & warranty

Aston Martin DB9

---- Specifications ----

Price		$155,000	Production		--
Engine		6 liter DOHC V12	Weight		3769 lbs
Aspiration		natural	Torque		420 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
HP		450 @ 6000 rpm	HP/Weight		8.4 lbs per hp
HP/Liter		75 hp per liter	0-100 mph		10.8 seconds
0-60 mph		4.7 seconds	Top Speed		186 mph

(from Aston Martin Press Release) The future of Aston Martin is epitomised by the all-new DB9, a 2+2 seater sports car that sets new standards in its class due to its astonishing combination of agility, V12 power, smoothness, beautiful design and hand craftsmanship.

Using a radical new aluminium-bonded body frame, the DB9 is one of the most sophisticated and
technically advanced sports cars in the world. It is powered by the latest version of Aston Martin�s
6.0-litre V12, producing 450bhp and a top speed of 186mph. Yet the DB9 is significant well beyond
being a class-leading sports car. It is the beginning of a new era for Aston Martin. It is the first car
to be hand-made at Aston Martin�s new state-of-the-art facility in Gaydon, Warwickshire, where all
future Aston Martin models will be developed and built.

Sales of the model will start in Spring 2004, replacing the DB7, the most successful Aston Martin
in history.

"Gaydon is the future of Aston Martin," says Dr Ulrich Bez, CEO of Aston Martin. "It combines
cutting-edge high technology with hand-craftsmanship and tradition. It is probably the best facility
of its type in the world, and the perfect showcase for how to design and build innovative sports and
GT cars for the 21st Century.

"All cars built at Gaydon will be based on Aston Martin�s new VH [Vertical Horizontal] platform. It�s
the first time in our history that we have had a totally flexible yet dedicated Aston Martin platform.
The DB9 is the first car to use it making it the most important Aston Martin ever."

The body frame is the most structurally efficient in the world, taking into account strength, torsional
rigidity and weight. It has double the rigidity of many rivals, as well as being lighter, resulting in
superior handling and agility.

All body panels are either aluminium or lightweight composites with magnesium being used on the
steering column and inner door frames. Even the gear selector paddles are made from magnesium alloy. The total weight is 1710kgs, extremely light for a V12-powered prestige 2+2 seater sports car with every imaginable luxury feature. This has a hugely beneficial effect on performance. Top speed of the manual is 186mph and 0-100 km/h (62mph) acceleration takes just 4.9 seconds. Other technologically radical features include a ZF �drive-by-wire� six-speed automatic gearbox that dispenses with a traditional gear lever. Instead, the drive, park, neutral and reverse controls are selected by buttons.

Touchtronic manual mode enables the driver to change gear using paddles mounted behind the
steering wheel. The automatic gearchange has been tuned to provide the perfect balance between
super-fast operation and comfortably smooth shifts. A conventional six-speed manual gearbox will
also be offered.

The agility of the car is boosted by the perfect 50:50 weight distribution. This has been achieved
partly by putting the gearbox at the rear. A carbon fibre drive shaft, running in a cast aluminium
tube, delivers torque from the engine to the gearbox. Handling is further improved by the light
aluminium wishbone suspension and aluminium bodied dampers. The whole DB9 cabin is handfinished
in premium quality materials giving it a simple and functional feel. Aluminium is used in the
interior, reflecting the most commonly used material in the structure and body. Even details such
as the instrument dials are made from aluminium. Features include full leather Bridge of Weir
upholstery of the highest quality and a state of the art music system specially developed for Aston
Martin by British sound experts Linn.

Among the many technological firsts is the �message centre� in the dashboard. It is an organic
electroluminescent display (OEL), as opposed to the more common LCD. OELs have a higher
resolution and better contrast and are easier to read, especially when viewed at an angle. Of
course, no Aston Martin would be an Aston Martin without a beautiful body. The DB9�s is modern
and clean but retains much of its heritage. It is a modern interpretation of a traditional Aston
Martin, the successor to such benchmark designs as the DB4 and DB5. The aluminium bonnet is
long and extends all the way to the car�s leading edge. There is a minimum number of �cut� or �shut�
lines, to aid styling simplicity and beauty.

"The DB9 has been designed as a sports car but with GT levels of comfort and cruising ability,"
says Dr Bez. "It is aimed at people who love driving but also enjoy exclusivity and style.

"It is the perfect vehicle to take you from London to the south of France, or to drive for the sheer
exhilaration. It is fun and very focused on the driving experience, but also offers all the comforts
you would expect from an Aston Martin grand tourer.

"This car is new from the ground up. We made sure that every solution was the correct one for the
DB9. This is important for a car that we believe will lead the 2+2 seater sports car class for many
years to come."

The DB9 manages to combine all facets of style, quality and useability of a traditional Aston Martin
without relying on retrospective detail or design. It is a totally modern Aston Martin.

Maserati MC12

Specifications

Brakes & Tires Brakes F/R: vented disc/vented disc Driveline: Rear Wheel Drive Tires F-R: R18 Engine Displacement cu in (cc): 366 (5998) Power bhp (kW) at RPM: 755(564) / 8000 Redline at RPM: n.a. Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM: 524(710) / 6000 Type: V12 Exterior Dimensions & Weight Length × Width × Height in: n.a. Weight lb (kg): 2535 (1150) Performance Acceleration 0-60 mph s: n.a. Fuel Economy EPA city/highway mpg (l/100 km): n.a. Top Speed mph (km/h): 202 (326)

Maserati has taken the wraps of its $1.7 million supercar, a new track-only version of the World Championship-winning Maserati MC12 called the Corsa and which will only be sold to valued Maserati customers who will be restricted to using their new supercar on private track days.

“This is a unique opportunity to own a car that is the reigning GT World Champion,” says Edward Butler, General Manager for Maserati in Australia and New Zealand. “The world-beating racing car was developed from the Maserati MC12 road car and the Corsa is derived directly from the GT1 racing car exclusively for track use. It will not be homologated for road use.”

"The MC12 Corsa has been developed in response to the customer demand to own the MC12 racing car and fuelled by the growth in track days, where owners can drive their cars at high speeds in the safety of a race track without the obvious constraints of normal road use,” says Mr Butler. “Without doubt the MC12 Corsa is the ultimate track day car!”

The 756 bhp MC12 Corsa has been developed from the MC12 GT1 which won the 2005 FIA GT Manufacturers Cup. It will be used exclusively on track during private test sessions and exhibition activities organized by Maserati. It will not be homologated for road use or for any racing activity.

The Maserati MC12 Corsa, which is living testimony of Maserati’s ability to individually tailor make unique cars with the highest technological content, will be on sale at the price of a $1.7 million in September. Available in the official Maserati “Blue Victory” color, it may also be personalized upon request with several optional items.

Total production of the Maserati MC12 Corsa will not exceed 12 units worldwide.

Mercedes- Benz SLr

Specifications

Brakes & Tires Brakes F/R: ABS, vented disc/vented disc Driveline: Rear Wheel Drive Tires F-R: 255/35 R19 - 295/30 R19 Engine Displacement cu in (cc): 332 (5439) Power bhp (kW) at RPM: 650(485) / 6500 Redline at RPM: n.a. Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM: 605(820) / 4000 Type: Supercharged V8 Exterior Dimensions & Weight Length × Width × Height in: 181.6 × 74.4 × 48.8 Weight lb (kg): 3800 (1724) Performance Acceleration 0-60 mph s: 3.6 Fuel Economy EPA city/highway mpg (l/100 km): n.a. Top Speed mph (km/h): 209 (337)

New Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 Edition: Born on the Racetrack

The new Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 Edition has all the attributes of a thoroughbred racing car. Refined in numerous respects, this super sports car has more output, a tailor-made suspension configuration and a decidedly sporty interior. Sale of the SLR 722 Edition in the U.S. has not been confirmed.

Continuing the Tradition

The new model variant SLR 722 Edition is a homage by Mercedes-Benz to the unforgettable victory won by the British racing legend Stirling Moss and his co-driver Denis Jenkinson in a Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR with the starting number 722 (indicating a start time of 7.22 a.m.) at the Mille Miglia in 1955. With an output of 650 bhp and a corresponding performance, the new super sports car, which goes on sale on July 11, 2006, will not only make the hearts of car enthusiasts beat faster.

The supercharged 5.5-liter V8 engine in the 722 Edition, which is hand-built in the AMG engine shop in Affalterbach, generates 650 bhp. The particular strengths of this high-performance engine are immediate response to movements of the accelerator, highly emphatic torque build-up and an unmistakable V8 sound. The performance figures are outstanding even for a high-end sports car: the 722 Edition accelerates from standstill to 62 mph in only 3.6 seconds, and 124 mph is reached in just 10.2 seconds. The top speed (209 mph) is above the 207 mph previously achieved by the SLR.

Handling characteristics worthy of the racetrack are also provided by the sophisticated suspension, with 19-inch light-alloy wheels, a stiffer damper configuration and 0.4 inches lower body. Larger brake discs with a diameter of 390 mm ensure excellent braking performance.

Discreet visual modifications mark the Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 Edition out as special, in line with the wishes of the enthusiastic gentleman drivers and wealthy sports car collectors who make up the core target group. The modified front spoiler with an air splitter, as well as the rear diffuser, improve both the aerodynamics and contact pressure at high speeds, and reflect the transfer of cutting-edge technology from motor racing. At the same time, the use of clear-lacquered carbon as an extremely strong yet lightweight material symbolizes the practicality of these technical features. Bucket-type sports seats upholstered in leather/Alcantara provide outstanding lateral support, while the grippier racing steering wheel with a hunting-leather lining, gearshift paddles and black carbon highlights lend a thoroughbred racing touch to the interior.

Exclusive "SLR. Club" for SLR owners

Before the sales release date, customers and selected guests will have the advance opportunity to appraise the new SLR 722 Edition. This is to mark the foundation of the worldwide "SLR. Club" at the Circuit Paul Ricard in Le Castellet, southern France. As an ultra-exclusive community of which SLR customers automatically become members, the "SLR Club" provides an attractive platform for outstanding events related to the SLR, as well as numerous other benefits. Another exciting feature is the club’s SLR Safety & Speed Academy, which offers special driver training courses and seminars. David Coulthard, Jochen Mass, Klaus Ludwig, Chris Goodwin and Christina Surer are among the highly skilled and well-known instructors.

Mitsuoka Orochi Nude Top

The "Orochi Nude Top Roadstar" is a new design proposal that expands the frame of the conventional "Orochi". There are many reasons for loving and for selecting a car. These include specifications, driving performance, environmental performance, new technologies and how well the vehicle matches your lifestyle. However, one other key reason is "design".

Isn`t it fair to say that "design" is one of the simplest and easiest to understand reasons? Some designs just seem cool and leave a powerful impression. These designs move your spirit and sensibilities in a way that can only be described as "love at first sight".

Our design approach is to vividly and directly appeal to one`s sight, spirit and sensitivity. The "Orochi Nude Top Roadster" exemplifies how this new approach is taking form. We applied a more open design and gull-wing doors to the previous road-version prototype "Orochi". The name "nude top"
is well suited for this beautiful and stylish design.

We even went so far as to not attach any side mirrors in order to create a daring design that would bring forth this new "Orochi". We hope that you will take a
close look at this unique design.

Basic Specifications
Overall length: 4,587mm
Overall width: 2, 060mm
Wheel base: 2,570mm
Drive system: MR

* Other detailed specifications are still undetermined as this is a design study car
* The type of engine, transmission and other components have yet to be determined.

Commercial Vehicle - "Orochi"

We have redone the chassis and body panels for the commercial "Orochi" currently being developed and various other preparations are being made for the start of testing.

We have had many inquiries from customers eagerly awaiting the new "Orochi". All of our employees have been working hard together with an unwavering purpose in order to realize commercialization of this car. We would like to ask these loyal customers to wait just a little bit longer.

Our company president Akio Mitsuoka will be attending our press conference scheduled for October
19 (from 3:55 p.m.). He will provide more details on the progress in developing the new "Orochi", as well as some of the specifications that will have been determined by that time. In the meantime, we sincerely hope that you will stop by the Mitsuoka Motor`s booth at the Tokyo Motor show.

Gumbert Apollo

With a less than glamorous name – and looks to match – it was hard to know what to make of the Gumpert Apollo when we drove a very early development car back in the summer of 2005 (081).

	The Apollo explodes forwards with sufficient force to send a momentary jolt of fear through your buzzing nervous system

Created by a team of hardened engineers who seemed oblivious to the vanity, hype and myth that normally define the supercar breed, the future for this no-frills Germanic road-racer was hard to predict, despite the Apollo delivering a rampant driving experience. Two years later and we’re back behind the wheel, this time in a full production version, both on UK roads and at the Bedford Autodrome.

Since that memorable first drive, Gumpert has been working quietly and diligently, both at developing and refining the Apollo and in strengthening its bond with Audi. Production is ramping-up, the car we’re driving is the 15th to leave the factory. If you’re familiar with the way Horacio Pagani grew his tiny supercar business into one of the most exclusive and desirable automotive brands in the world, complete with the blessing of Mercedes-Benz and technical support from AMG, Gumpert’s considered approach has a familiar ring to it.

For those of you unfamiliar with the Apollo, and the men behind it, a quick recap. The brainchild of former Audi engineer Roland Gumpert and based in Altenburg in the far east of Germany, the Apollo draws heavily on his racing experience and his enduring links with the Ingolstadt manufacturer. Using a twin-turbocharged version of Audi’s 4.2-litre 90-degree V8 – complete with lightweight internals – and mated to a six-speed sequential transmission, the Apollo is available in three versions: Apollo, Apollo S (for Sport), and Apollo R (for Race). We’re testing the 690bhp S version, as opposed to the 641bhp entry-level Apollo or the lighter and more powerful (789bhp) R. It costs £275,000 and promises a top speed of around 225mph, together with mind-altering race-car-for-the-road dynamics.

You swing the Apollo’s door up – heavy at first before the gas struts take the strain – then drop yourself in, using the cut-out in the roof to avoid the restrictive, high-silled aperture. To make it easier to get in and out you can also remove the steering wheel, a procedure which, thanks to a brilliantly simple locking mechanism, is a million miles from the nightmarish chore of aligning splines that’s associated with a conventional removable wheel.

Once in, you’ll note how small the cockpit is, and that the seat, or at least what passes for a seat, is in fact a strategically padded shell fixed directly to the firewall. Fortunately the pedals and the steering wheel’s rake and reach are easily adjusted and you can get surprisingly comfortable surprisingly quickly, although if you’re much over 6ft tall or particularly broad of shoulder the Apollo is unlikely to be as welcoming as, say, a Carrera GT or Pagani Zonda.

A mix of clean, simple ergonomics and familiar Audi switchgear, the Apollo’s interior trades flamboyance for functionality. There’s a lot to pack in to such a narrow dashboard, yet everything from the bespoke Racelogic traction control display panel to the Pioneer pop-out satnav system appears well integrated and easy to operate. Some of the finishing is typical of very low volume hand-built cars but the overall impression is encouragingly cohesive, particularly for a car so clearly conceived as a thinly disguised road-going race car.

Fitted with the quietest of three exhaust options, this particular Apollo starts with a muted rumble, an assortment of zizzes, whirrs and chatters providing a suitably businesslike mechanical accompaniment. Fitted with a sequential transmission – operated by clutch pedal and a big vertical lever as opposed to paddles behind the steering wheel – the Apollo’s similarity to a GT racer is unmistakable, and focuses the mind perfectly.

The clutch pedal is weighty but not ridiculously so, while the lever requires a firm, positive shove fore or aft to deliver crisp shifts. It’s odd, but when you know you’re operating a sequential gearbox you somehow expect only to use the clutch when pulling away. Consequently synchronising your left foot and right hand for every shift feels unnatural at first – a bit like patting your head and rubbing your stomach – but it soon becomes second nature.

First road impressions are of a car with a pin-sharp focus and uncompromising nature. The suspension isn’t supple like a Zonda’s but it yields j-u-s-t enough to round the sharpest edges off road imperfections for it to work. While this makes for a busy and at times uncomfortable ride on nasty B-road surfaces, it doesn’t seem to deflect the Apollo from its course, and immediately conveys a sense of total, iron-fisted control unlike any other supercar I’ve ever driven.

It’s not all whiz-bang, omigawd acceleration, though, for the Apollo is an easy and undemanding car to guide at sane speeds. The steering is both light and linear, the front end responding directly but with encouraging feel. There are massive reserves of grip, but far from it dominating the experience the Apollo’s chassis is talkative and reactive, while it’s reassuring to note that the front tyres are the first to find their limit, the tail feeling supremely tied-down, even at elevated road speeds.

It’s a mark of the Apollo’s latent potential that a circuit is essential to truly discover what it’s all about. Fortunately we manage to secure some time at Bedford Autodrome, although not on our regular West circuit test track but on the complex’s monster GT circuit. It’s frustrating that we can’t attach our test gear and go for a lap time, but the GT circuit’s extra length really allows the Apollo S to hit its formidable stride.

On the GT circuit’s main straight we repeatedly pull 160mph without really trying, before working the huge and hugely effective brakes (cast iron discs clamped by Apollo-branded AP callipers). Hugely stable into the corners, thanks in no small part to the considerable rear aerofoil and underbody-generated downforce, the Apollo S’s limits aren’t something you rush to find. Rather you nudge closer and closer to them, building-up to the point at which you begin to feel it move beneath you.

What’s certain is that when we get the Apollo S back to Bedford, it has the ability to lay down a blistering new benchmark time on the West Circuit, eclipsing the Carrera GT’s 1।19.70sec and perhaps even challenging the Radical SR3’s 1.17.10sec lap for outright honours. Now where did I leave those brave pills…?

Engine:	Mid, longitudinal 90deg V8, 4163cc, biturbo
Max power:	690bhp @ 6300rpm
Max torque:	675lb ft @ 4000rpm
0 - 60mph:	3.0sec (claimed)
Top Speed:	220mph+ (claimed)
Price:	£275,000

Pagani Zonda F

---- Specifications ----

Price		--	Production		--
Engine		7.3 liter AMG V12	Weight		2712 lbs
Aspiration		natural	Torque		561 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
HP		602 hp @ 6150 rpm	HP/Weight		4.5 lbs per hp
HP/Liter		82.4 hp per liter	0-124 mph		9.8 seconds
0-62 mph		3.6 seconds	Top Speed		over 214 mph

(from Pagani Press Release) Juan Manuel Fangio was much more than a great champion. His accuracy, his uprightness, and his human and technical sensibility were among his qualities, typical of the old-time men, they have been for me, an example and an inspiration source. Very often, I ask myself how something so material, like a drawing or a technical choice, can express and convey the philosophy of such a men. The name of �el coche�, the way he used to call the car, should have been Fangio F1. He followed the project with a strong enthusiasm, according to his ideas the F1 had to be innovative, safe and had to be powered by a Mercedes-Benz engine. He then passed away and as a sign of respect I did not dare to call the car Fangio F1 and I decided to name it Zonda, �el viento de los Andes�. Today, after years spent in a rigorous search for perfection, the result is the Zonda F, a car that I wish to dedicate to Juan Manuel Fangio, the man who has made everything different.

Horacio Pagani

Technical

Engine: Mercedes-Benz AMG 12 cylinder V 60�, 48 valves; displacement 7291 cc.
Max. Power: (kW) hp/rpm: (443) 602/6150.
Max. Torque: Nm/rpm 760/4000.
Weight-to-Power ratio: 2,04 kg/hp.
Clubsport-version*: (kW) hp/rpm (478) 650/6200; Nm/rpm: 780/4000; weight-to-Power ratio: 1,89 kg/hp.
Intake manifold: aluminium hydroformed alloy/avional MHG-System; exhaust manifold in hydroformed steel/inconel.
Transmission: longitudinal mid engine; rear wheel drive with self-locking differential.
Clutch: twin plate clutch.
Gearbox: mechanical 6 speed (+ reverse).
Brakes: 4 ventilated Brembo disks, hydraulic power brake.
Steel brakes: front 380x34 mm 6 piston caliper; rear 355x34 mm 4 piston caliper.
Carbon-ceramic brakes*: front 380x34 mm 6 piston caliper; rear 380x34 mm 4 piston caliper.
Steering: TRW rack and pinion power assisted.
Wheels: Forged aluminium/magnesium alloy APP wheels;19� front, 20� rear.
Tyres: Michelin Pilot Sport 2:
front 255/35/19
rear 335/30/20.
Suspensions: 4 independent wheels with double A-arm; pull rod helical springs and �hlins adjustable shock absorbers; anti-roll bar; aluminium/magnesium alloy suspension arms.
Structure: central carbon fiber chassis; front and rear Cr Mo space frames; carbon fiber �MD System� bodywork panels.
Dimensions: length 4435 mm; width 2055 mm; height 1141 mm; wheelbase 2730 mm; dry weight 1230 kg (without Comfort Pack and with CCM brakes).
Weight distribution: 46% front; 54% rear.
Downforce: ~600 kg at 300km/h (Clubsport version);
Downforce distribution: ~270 kg front; ~330 kg rear.
Vehicle-Diagnosis*: TMD remote diagnosis. Texa Mobile Diagnostic.
Safety: ABS/Traction Control Bosch; central carbon fibre safety cell with steel and carbon fibre roll bar; front and rear impact energy absorbing structure in carbon fibre and Cr Mo.
Performance: acceleration 0-100 km/h 3,6 sec.; 0-200 km/h 9,8 sec.;
Lateral g�s: 1,4 g with SPORT setting;
Braking: 200-0 km/h: 4,4 sec.;
Top speed: > 345km/h.

Ford GT

Top Speed: 205 mph / 330 km/h
0-60 mph: 3.6 seconds
0-100 mph: 7.8 seconds
0 - 1/4 Mile: 11.6 sec @ 126.2 mph
Engine: DOHC V-8, supercharged


Ford GT was created on the base model of Ford GT40 racecar, which in 1966 LeMans race beat all of its competition - the best racers with best racecars in the world.
The fact that it can be driven on the highway as well as on the racetrack is really amazing. This car does not use any special aviation fuel like most of the supercars and yet it is known to outperform it's rival cars like the Porsche, Ferrari or Lamborghini. Ford Motor Company has decided to produce only 4200 GT sports car units in the 2005-2006 years. Depending on chosen accessories, retail price varies from $143,000 to $157,000. Ford GT is really incredible when it comes to its racing performance. In 0-60mph test GT (3.3 sec) beats a $193,000 Ferrari Challenge Stradale (4.0 sec) by 0.7 seconds.
Ford GT features 18-inch front wheels, 19-inch rear wheels and GoodYear Eagle F1 Supercar tires. All GT models share one common design element, which makes their exterion look so amazing. The doors are cut into the roof of the car, this fact gives itr a very specific and exotic look.

Porsche 911 Carrera 4.s

Standard Features
Below is a list of features included as standard on the Porsche 911 CARRERA 4 S CABRIOLET TIPTRONIC. Click on the buttons above to view information available in the various categories.

The Options screen allows you to specify additions to the base model. The price is changed dynamically as you add or remove options.

This data was verified on 28 Nov 2007

standard
Comfort
Seating: four seats
Four speakers
Element aerial
Manufacturers Own RDS audio player with AM/FM/LW radio and CD player CD player reads MP3
12v power outlet: front with 1 outlet(s)
Electric remote boot/hatch/rear door release
Front seats cigar lighter
Load area light
Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror
Dashboard
Tachometer
Oil pressure gauge
Oil temperature
Electrical system gauge
External temperature
Clock
Computer with average speed, average fuel consumption and range for remaining fuel
Luxury trim leather on gearknob, leather on centre floor console and leather on doors
Leather seat upholstery with additional vinyl
Front seat centre armrest with integral box
Individual electrically adjustable driver seat with height adjustment, one adjustment and tilt adjustment, individual electrically adjustable passenger seat with height adjustment and one adjustment
Two symmetrical individual front facing fixed squab rear seats with zero adjustments
Leather covered steering wheel with tilt adjustment and telescopic adjustment
Power steering
Cup holders for front seats pop out
Automatic five-speed transmission with manual mode, gear lever on floor, 3.600:1 first gear ratio, 2.190:1 second gear ratio, 1.410:1 third gear ratio, 1.000:1 fourth gear ratio, 0.830:1 fifth gear ratio and 3.170:1 reverse gear ratio automatic with manual mode
Ventilation system with digital controls, air filter and active carbon filter
Air conditioning with climate control 1 climate control zone(s)
Driver and passenger electrically adjustable heated body colour door mirrors
Front and rear electric windows with two one-touch
Full dashboard and floor console with covered storage box
Dimensions
External dimensions: overall length (mm): 4,427, overall length (inches): 174.3, overall width (mm): 1,852, overall width (inches): 72.9, overall height (mm): 1,300, overall height (inches): 51.2, wheelbase (mm): 2,350, wheelbase (inches): 92.5, front track (mm): 1,488, front track (inches): 58.6, rear track (mm): 1,548, rear track (inches): 60.9 and wall to wall turning circle (mm): 10,900
Load compartment capacity: rear seat up; to lower window (litres): 165, rear seat up; to lower window (cu ft): 5.8, rear seat down (litres): 300 and rear seat down (cu ft): 10.6
67 litre 17.7 gallon main unleaded fuel tank 14.7
Weights: gross vehicle weight rating (kg): 1,975, gross vehicle weight rating (lbs): 4,354, kerb weight (kg): 1,675, kerb weight (lbs): 3,693, gross trailer weight braked (kg): 0, gross trailer weight braked (lbs): 0, gross trailer weight unbraked (kg): 0, gross trailer weight unbraked (lbs): 0 and kerb weight includes driver: kerb weight includes driver
Exterior
Coefficient of drag: 0.29
Body colour retractable boot/hatch spoiler
Body colour front and rear bumpers
Twin ellipsoidal lens Bi-Xenon headlights
Headlight control with internal height adjustment automatic
Front fog lights
High mount brake light
Front conventional tyres with 235 mm tyre width, 35% tyre profile and Z tyre rating official brochure tyre size, rear conventional tyres with 305 mm tyre width, 30% tyre profile and Z tyre rating official brochure tyre size
Gloss paint
Electric softtop convertible roof with glass rear window
Concealed system cabriolet roll-over protection
Rear view mirror
Fixed rear windscreen
Windscreen wipers
Headlight cleaners
Heated washers
Front alloy wheels with 19 inch rim diam and 8.0 inch rim width, rear alloy wheels with 19 inch rim diam and 11.0 inch rim width
Part galvanised non-corrosive body, part galvanised non-corrosive body
Wind deflector behind seats
Tyre kit
General
Version information not dated, 10/10/2007, 997, 2, 11/08/2006, 11/08/2006, 911, CARRERA 4S CABRIOLET TIPTRONIC, 742,167,902, internal, Porsche 911, 0 and EU
Trim level: CARRERA S
Two-door cabriolet body style; RHD and 997
Charges: VRT (30%) and VAT (21%)
Variable delivery charges: 0.00
Full car warranty: duration (months): 24 or distance (miles): Unlimited, distance (km): Unlimited
Powertrain warranty: duration (months): 24 or distance (miles): Unlimited, distance (km): Unlimited
Anticorrosion warranty: duration (months): 120 or distance (miles): Unlimited, distance (km): Unlimited
Paint warranty: duration (months): 36 or distance (miles): Unlimited, distance (km): Unlimited
Road-side assistance warranty: duration (months): 24 or distance (miles): Unlimited, distance (km): Unlimited
Intermediate service distance 19,308 and period (mths) 12
Main service distance 38,616 and period (mths) 24
Performance
Full-time 4x4-wheel drive automatic
Centre limited slip differential
3,824 cc 3.8 litres horizontal 6 rear engine with 99.0 mm bore, 82.8 mm stroke, 11.8 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder
Emission control level EU4 - carbon dioxide level (g/km): 286 286
3-way catalytic converter
Multi-point injection fuel system
Unleaded fuel 95
Performance: maximum speed (mph): 174, maximum speed (km/h): 280 and acceleration 0-62 mph (secs): 5.4
Power: 261 kW , 355 HP DIN @ 6,600 rpm; , 400 Nm @ 4,600 rpm
Independent strut front suspension with anti-roll bar and coil springs, independent multi-link rear suspension with anti-roll bar and coil springs
Responsive suspension
Fuel consumption: ECE 99/100 urban (l/100km): 18.0, country/highway (l/100km): 8.6, 5.6, 11.6, 16 and 33
Safety
Four disc brakes including four ventilated discs
Four-wheel ABS
Immobiliser
Electronic traction control via ABS & engine management
Front side curtain airbag
Remote central door locking includes electric windows and includes dead bolt
Remote control interior monitoring anti-theft protection
Driver and passenger front airbag
Front side airbag
Two head restraints on front seats
3-point reel front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat with pre-tensioners
3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side and passenger side
Stability control
Electronic brake distribution

Lotus Elise

The 2008 Lotus Elise continues the tradition of refined motoring with a sublime sports car that handles and performs like a race car. The Elise has numerous improvements installed as standard equipment including a new Lotus Tire Pressure Monitoring System that provides instant warning if there is a puncture or if pressures fall below safe levels.

Other upgrades include a stylish new instrument display with a high-definition LCD message panel, clutter-reducing "hidden until lit" warning and shift lights and customizable display options. An alarm/immobilizer system is also incorporated with central locking functions into a new integrated ignition key design.



AVAILABLE OPTIONS

· Touring Pack - $1,600 USD | $1,900 CDN

Thermal and Sound Insulated Soft Top, Full Leather Seat and Door Trim, Upgraded Stereo System with iPod® Connector, Stowage Net, additional Sound Insulation and Full Carpet Set. Leather colors include Black*, Red, Biscuit and Magnolia.

*Only in Black if Sport Pack is also selected.

· Sport Pack - $2,600 USD | $3,250 CDN

Lightweight Forged Silver Alloy Wheels (6J x 16 front 175/55 R16, 7.5J x 17 rear 225/45 R17) with Yokohama AD07 Advan LTS Tires and Lotus Sport Tuned Suspension. Twin Oil Coolers. Traction Control. ProBax™ Sport seats in cloth (unless combined with Touring Pack). Removes approximately 20 lbs. from curb weight.

· Hardtop - $1,475 USD | $2,015 CDN

Insulated, Removable Hardtop in body color (in addition to Soft Top).

· Limited Slip Differential - $1,790 USD | $2,400 CDN

Torque-Sensing Limited Slip Differential designed to distribute power more evenly between the rear tires to allow more aggressive acceleration out of low speed corners. Requires Lotus Traction Control.

· Lotus Traction Control - $495 USD | $910 CDN

Modulates power through Engine Control Unit to reduce rear wheel spin. Includes a Console-Mounted Switch to disable system. Cuts fuel delivery to individual cylinders when spin is detected.

· Starshield - $995 USD | Not Available in CDN

Clear Protection Film applied to nose of car, rocker panels, exterior mirrors and lower rear panels. Port installed.

· Metallic Paint - $590 USD | $975 CDN

Arctic Silver, Canyon Red, Persian Blue, Liquid Blue, Starlight Black, Solar Yellow and Storm Titanium.

· Lifestyle Paint - $1,200 USD | $1,675 CDN

Aspen White, Chrome Orange, Graphite Gray, Isotope Green, Laser Blue and Phantom Black.

· Limited Paint - $3,300 USD | $3,700 CDN

Candy Red, Ice White and Burnt Orange.

· Exclusive Paint - $5,100 USD | $5,700 CDN

Prism Green and Moonstone Silver.

BMW Z4 Spider

BMW Z4 can be called the worthy successor of BMWZ3 and has successfully carried the legacy of classic roadster BMW series. The first BMW came into the market in the 1930�s. In 1936 the lineage became strong with the arrival of 328 roadster one of the most successful racing cars produced in the record of automobile industry. The BMW Z3 became an instant hit among the customers because of its close connection with the James Bond movies. The corporate styling which started with the 7 series sedan continued with the Z4 model. The car is built in Spartanburg in South Carolina. Initially the car was sold only as a roadster, but from 2006 onwards the coupe version was officially launched.

Striking Interiors:
The fascinating assemblage of concave and convex designs makes BMWZ4 alluring. The standard sports seats with adjustable bolsters along with the 8-way power adjustment make the journey memorable. The steering wheels are available to suit the demands of the car and they can be either tilt or telescoping steering wheel. All the cars have the same arrangement but what makes the BMW Z4 special is the display of tachometer and speedometer with dials so that the driver can enjoy the ride and not pay attention to any minute details. The BMW spells out luxury and thus the car is available with 4 kinds of upholstery and trims. The car is fitted with an electronic power steering system. Driving would be really boring without the audio system which has a 10 channel amplifier.

Stunning Exteriors:
The Z4 model is fitted with the ventilated discs in the front and in the back. The diameter of the discs is 286 mm and 300 mm respectively. The new handbrake mechanism is unique because one has a self-adjusting cable and the other has the newly-designed cable linkage to support the rear wheels. The Z4 is equipped with the Run-flat-combination Wheel tire system which makes the journey safe and convenient. There are 4 types of wheels and tires that can be found the BMW Z4.

2.5i Standard Cars: Ultra-open cross-spoke wheels�16x 7.0. These wheels are light saves energy
2.5i Sports Package: 17x 8.0 turbine wheels which ensures safety and comfort
3.0i Standard Package: they are fitted with twin spoke wheels
3.0 i Sport Package: Ellipsoid wheels sized as 18x 8.0 for the front wheels and 18x 8.5 for the rear wheels
The car will be incomplete without the automatic top hood, so that there is ample scope for the passengers to enjoy the fresh air along with the luxurious settings inside the car.

Technological Wonders:
The BMW Z4 is powered with the 6-cylindered engines
Z4 2.5i�this 2.5 liter engine has the capacity of 184 horsepower and 175 lb-ft of torque. The Z4 2.5 i engine delivers 0-60mph in 7.1 second and has an astounding speed of 146 mph
The Z4 3.0 liter engine has 225 hp and 214 lb-ft of torque. The top speed of the car is 155 mph. The 3.0L model is configured with BMW�s stellar 6-cylindered engine. BMW's brilliant valve-timing control system ensures that the valves on the intake and outlet camshafts are opened at precisely the right moment at each stroke
Transmission: 6-speed manual transmission, Optional Steptronic 5-speed automatic transmission for effective performance To maximize the benefits of the sports car the BMW Z4 is all set to hit the roads with the new 3 series of suspension which is changed to suit the model of a sports car.

The car is fully equipped to handle any kind of disaster. Whether it is James Bond or an ordinary person the car takes no risk. That is why the model is especially tailor-made with equipments like airbags and active knee protection system. It also has special censors, rollover capacity and ISIS, the Intelligent Safety and Information System to escape any fatal accidents.
Length: 4091 mm
Width: 1781mm
Wheelbase: 2495mm
Height: 1299mm
Fuel consumption (100 km)
City: 12.8 l
Highway: 6.7 l
Combined: 8.8 l
Tank Capacity: 55 liters
The price of the car varies between $33,795 and $40,945. The car comes with the full maintenance warranty including 3 years or 36,000 miles or 4 years and 50,000 miles. The car comes in all the basic colors and the paints differ. They are either available in silver or in metallic colors.

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Galmer Arbitrage GT

---- Specifications ----

Price		--	Production		--
Engine		7 liter LS7 V8	Weight		--
Aspiration		natural	Torque		470 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
HP		505 hp @ 6300 rpm (stock)	HP/Weight		--
HP/Liter		72 hp per liter	1/4 mile		--
0-62 mph		--	Top Speed		--

The Galmer Arbitrage GT is a car designed to be everything that a sports car should be without the complexities that exist in other sports cars today। It is a back to basics approach while still using the best of available technology. This concept has given the Galmer Arbitrage GT it's three words that the team lives by everyday; PURE DESIGN, POWER AND PERFORMANCE. The words were prefaced by the understanding the car must be strikingly beautiful to the eye, be as light weight as possible, have a cockpit designed large enough to accommodate a basketball player, and most importantly, the owner should never be afraid to service or repair it. It is with these ideals that the Galmer Arbitrage GT was created .

DESIGN

The original design that inspired the Galmer Arbitrage GT came from Togay Yuvanc, a self taught, 3d designer and highly knowledgeable race car enthusiast. The baseline design was then redesigned for practical purposes and eye appeal, before being sent to Galmer for pre-engineering approval. From the origination of the design, aerodynamics always remained at the forefront. CFD testing was done to screen out any serious airflow and aerodynamic issues. After several corrections to body curves due to headlight clearance issues, window opening issues and wheelbase adjustments due to the powertrain change to the LS7, The design remains fixed at what you see in the gallery section of the website. The worldwide feedback after the release of the design was overwhelmingly positive. Indeed all of us breathed a little easier after daily checks of the hundreds of websites that reviewed the press release and pictures of the car.

PERFORMANCE

The Galmer Arbitrage GT has been designed and engineered for extremely high speed track stability. The underbody of the car is completely unique and never seen on a road car or any available "out of the box" sportscar ever produced. The suspension is particularly unique with every piece specifically designed for the Galmer Arbitrage GT. Until the track testing is completed, we will not make any performance claims. But sure you will see this car at a 24hr race in the near future. Basically this car is "race ready" with everything in it's place. At the same time, tame enough to drive around town.

COMPONENT KIT CAR?

Because of the enormous cost of homologation for the USA market, the Galmer Arbitrage GT will be exported into the USA without the powertrain and many of the parts that have been sourced outside of thailand . All cars will arrive at a staging area in the USA that will do the final consolidation of all parts and process the final �packaging� for each individual car. Once the packaging is complete, it is our goal that the buyer or the buyers chosen assembler, can assemble the car in less than 100 man hours. A complete assembly dvd and manual will be included with each car. Cobra International Co., Ltd. does not provide the engine or transaxle, but a list of prefered suppliers will be posted on the website at a later time. The Galmer Arbitrage GT will indeed set the bar for modern kit cars of this generation. nothing is from a donor car. nothing from a salvage yard. Everything is new and specific for each car. Every part is numbered accordingly. Every part that is to be painted is painted already according to the customers instructions. There is only the assembly of each beautifully crafted part. The wiring harness is preinstalled. This makes the everything just plug and play, with no hassles.

POWER

Back in the beginning, the VW/AUDI 3.2 liter V6 twin turbocharged engine mated to a DSG gearbox was the drivetrain of choice for the Galmer Arbitrage GT. Indeed at that time we were very excited about this match-up. But after several months it was clear that neither VW and the potential buyers were that interested in this drivetrain being put into the Galmer Artbitrage GT. So the team went back to the drawing board and selected the most powerful small block V8 ever made; the 7 liter, 505 horsepower, Chevrolet LS7 . It was the best "second" choice we have made on this project. Firstly, this engine has 505 horsepower out of the box. The tuning potential is enormous, not to mention that Chevrolet is talking about a LSX 800+ horsepower engine that will be able to go into the Galmer Arbitrage GT without any problems. Another factor that aided in our decision was emissions. Being a tuner of European cars for many years in the USA, Kevin Gallahan understood that the VW/AUDI 3.2 liter V6 twin turbocharged engine would not pass emissions requirements in most states. The LS7 in the Galmer Arbitrage GT, will be able to pass through 50 USA states' emissions control.

To get the power to the wheels, The Galmer Arbitrage GT will be using a custom made, GEARFOX, 6 speed transaxle. Look for specifications for this transaxle in the upcoming days on the website.

INTERIOR

The interior was another very serious issue for the team. Many, many designs were submitted and consequently rejected for one reason or the other. The important factors involved with the interior was style, flexibility, left hand drive/right hand drive changeability, and overall access to gauges, HVAC, and accessories. The current interior design gives the owner an infinite number of choices for color and texture of materials as well as easy change-outs for gauges and data loggers or Motec type dashboards. Weight savings was also constantly considered during the design process. A digital touchscreen interface provided by I Squared will be used for many features of the electronics, while still using some tactile switches when necessary. The Galmer Arbitrage GT will come standard with a Pioneer AV unit and navigation system. The rear view mirror can be replaced with a triple LCD screen version for left/right/center rear view cameras as seen in the gallery. Another available option will be fingerprint recognition for secure entrance into the car as well as starting the vehicle. Seating options will be numerous with fully adjustable to fixed carbon fiber racing seats available. Look for these choices on the website later. Although carpeting may be available, we just don't understand why someone would want to cover all that carbon fiber. Instead, we recommend using the custom made Galmer leather floor mats.