Archive for tag 'Tuning and specials'
Pontiac Firebird Trans Am by ASC
ASC (American Specialty Cars) has presented some preview images of a body kit that turn the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro into a modern reinterpretation of the Pontiac Firebird, which was built from 1967 until 2002 in four different generations.
Zenvo ST1
The ST1 is a prototype of a supercar created by Danish company Zenvo. It features an aggressive racing-like design, is powered by a 7.0 liter V8 engine and can reach a top speed of 375 km/h. It will be hand built in a limited series of 15 units.
Novitec TuLesto
The TuLesto is the first proprietary sportscar by Novitec that celebrates the company's 20th anniversary. Designed by Italian Luca Serafini, it features a mid-mounted V8 engine with 777 hp and a top speed of more than 350 km/h. It will be produced in 11 units.
Mallett Corvette Z03
Ugur Sahin Design has partnered with Ohio-based Mallett Cars to launch the Corvette Z03 Concept presented in 2008. The conversion from the Corvette C6 has a price of $69,000 and two optional performance packages are available.
n2a Motors Stinger preview
American special cars maker n2a Motors has revealed the first information and design sketches of the Stinger, a sportscar based on the C6 Corvette and inspired by the '63-'67 Corvettes. Production will start on October 2009.
Mini Clubman Airstream Concept
Mini in partnership with Airsteam Inc. have created a one-off Mini Cooper S Clubman coupled with a trailer designed by Copenhagen based furniture brand Republic of Fritz Hansen. It will be displayed at the next Salone del Mobile show in Milan.
Gumpert Apollo Speed preview
German sportscar maker Gumpert has released a preview sketch of the Apollo Speed, a high performance version of its Apollo model which will debut at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show.
Wiesmann MF4 Roadster preview
At the Geneva Motor Show Wiesmann will present its MF4 Roadster model, which is based on the V8-powered GT MF4 coupe and celebrates the 20th Anniversary of the company. It will be produced in a limited series.
Mercedes-Benz GLK at SEMA
At the recent SEMA Show Mercedes-Benz has presented four GLK special versions created by four different tuners. The official document includes new design sketches of the car and an interview with Head of Design Gorden Wagener.
Mercedes-Benz SLR Stirling Moss
Mercedes-Benz has revealed the SLR Stirling Moss, an extreme speedster inspired by the 1950s SLR racing models with a top speed of 350 km/h. It will be produced in a limited series of 75 units from June 2009 and will have a price of 750,000 Euros.
