Showing posts with label aftermarket. Show all posts
Showing posts with label aftermarket. Show all posts

Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Edo Competition modifies the Panamera Turbo S up to 340km/h!

Edo Competition Panamera Turbo S

The Porsche Panamera Turbo S may be the most powerful Panamera ever built but if you found out that's not enough, don't worry because the boffins from Edo Competition modified the Panamera Turbo S to reach a top speed of 340kph and it's all thanks to modifying the turbocharged V8 engine that gives this modified Panamera Turbo S over 700PS of power, 880Nm of torque, and naught to 60 in 3.5 seconds. When it comes to styling, it comes served with 22-inch rims in Carbon-Look.

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

[Obituary] MOMO founder Gianpiero Moretti

MOMO logo


It was a sad day for us, petrolheads, because the founder of MOMO, Gianpiero Moretti, passed away at the age of 71. As we're sure you know, MOMO is an Italian brand famous for making steering wheels and sometimes the rims. In his twenties, Gianpiero Moretti created steering wheels that amassed a success after Ferrari factory driver John Surtees adopted a MOMO wheel in his 158 F1 racing car in 1964.

Farewell, Mr. MOMO

Gianpiero Moretti (1941-2012)

BMW Z8 tuning by Senner Tuning

Senner Tuning BMW Z8


A memorable BMW roadster, the BMW Z8, got a new lease of life thanks to the tuning done by Senner Tuning. This modified Z8 is packed with a sports filter, custom exhaust system, and ECU upgrades, it reaches 450hp of power and 535Nm of torque with a flat-out of over 300kph.

Also, Senner Tuning added a Variant 2 Inox-Line coilover kitwith an adjustable rebound and new front strut bar, Racing Gold varnished brake calipers, and 19-inch rims to complete this modification the Z8 deserves. Take that, BMW Alpina Z8! :-P

Friday, January 27, 2012

Panamera modified by Project Kahn

Project Kahn Panamera


Another Panamera modification and this time it's from Project Kahn! This British styling house really give this Porsche 4-door coupe some modifications it deserves such as a roof spoiler, rear wing, tinted windows, billet aluminum side vents, optional tinted tail lamps, red brake calipers, new tail pipes, and 22-inch rims that customers can choose whatever color they want. There's tuning abound so the Project Kahn Panamera do get a sports exhaust and suspension module for lowering.

Monday, January 23, 2012

Kenstyle Aero Parts for Prius α

Kenstyle Prius Alpha


Kenstyle now offers some sporty aero parts to modify your 2012 Toyota Prius α (Prius v in North America and Prius+ in Europe). Customers can choose two full kits. The first "Full Kit" that features a Front Half Spoiler, Side Skirts, and a Rear Half Spoiler. These will cost about 129,150 to 171,150 Japanese Yen. Meanwhile, a second "Full Kit" features the ones mentioned but it includes a bonnet spoiler and rear roof spoiler, totaling from about 194,250 to 256,200 Japanese Yen.

Saturday, January 21, 2012

21st Century Beetle tuning by B&B

B&B Beetle


Renowned VW tuner, B&B, gets down and dirty to get Volkswagen's 21st Century Beetle it's first modifications and this modified Beetle is all about speed because of the three-stage process. In Stage 1, the power output to the Beetle's 1.4L TSi engine will improve, giving it 210PS of power and 285Nm of torque. In Stage 2, revised air induction and air ducts will provide 225HP of power. Lastly, on Stage 3, a special turbo will give this modified Beetle about 240HP of power.

What about the 2.0L TDi engine? B&B says that the modification will result into a massive 320PS of power output, so that's a shocker for this modified Beetle that can outrun the law.

Friday, January 20, 2012

RUF XL

RUF XL


World-renowned Porsche tuner, RUF, made a long-wheelbase version of the Porsche Panamera called the RUF XL, developed for the Chinese market. Now it may sound weird but can the RUF XL be any "video-game material"? I mean it seems that RUF's heading in the right direction but can the RUF XL be more materialistic because this is a Panamera modified to be LWB? Unveiled at the 2011 Guangzhou Auto Show, the RUF XL has a length of 3,320mm and it comes with a V8 engine producing 414HP of power.

I sure hope the RUF XL has a place in video games because RUF's well known for being featured in video games.

WALD Panamera Black Bison

WALD Panamera Black Bison


Another modified luxury saloon that is part of WALD's Black Bison lineup. This time, the Porsche Panamera's deserved the Black Bison treatment. With a new aero kit, new set of rims, rear spoiler, fender panel, DTM Sports Muffler, and a Velour Floor Mat, this modified Panamera would stop at nothing to be more...annoying.

Thursday, January 19, 2012

R230 SL-Class tuning by PP Exclusive

PP Exclusive R230 SL-Class


The R230 SL-Class still has a little months left before the next SL-Class arrives this year so to make things up for the R230, the tuning experts from PP Exclusive prepped up a souped-up R230 SL-Class to cater its short lifespan for fun, turning yourself a clumsier and more annoying driver at the Autobahn. It comes in either 20 to 23-inch rims equipped in Dunlop tires, lowered suspension, new exhaust system, White Nappa leather seats with black stitching, and some wood trim covered with piano lacquer to make it more luxurious. This kind of tuning is not giving up on this kind of SL.

Monday, January 16, 2012

Persona-fied Audi S5 caught attention

Persona 4 Audi S5 itasha


There was one modified car at the 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon that caught attention of most otakus everywhere. This Persona 4 Audi S5 itasha was the perfect example of modified cars went wrong. If anyone's behind this Persona 4 Audi S5 experiment, then it's the tuning firm, MASA Motor Sports, who took responsibility.

Sunday, January 15, 2012

2012 Opel Astra GTC tuning by Steinmetz

Steinmetz Astra GTC

Despite the Astra GTC not yet out of the market before January 14, that doesn't stop a tuner company, Steinmetz, from modifying the Astra GTC into something hotter. The Steinmetz Astra GTC features a lowered suspension, front grille, black grille, sports exhaust for added performance, 19-inch rims, embroidered carpets, stainless steel sill plates, and a digital gear indicator.

Friday, January 13, 2012

What to see at the 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon?!

The 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon is jam-packed with mods you'll love. So, what to expect on the 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon? Here are the following;

1) Mazda Biante Granz 2012 - The Biante Granz is a concept car from Mazda you've seen it at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show. For the TAS 2012, the Biant Granz gets a modification by Kenstyle.

Mazda Biante Granz 2012

2) Nissan NV350 Caravan Rider - Autech modified the NV350 Caravan to make it more casual. As you remember, the NV350 Caravan made a world premiere at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show and it will go on sale in the Summer of 2012.

Nissan NV350 Caravan Rider

3) Nissan Juke NISMO Concept

Nissan Juke NISMO Concept

4) Suzuki Swift Sport (ZC32S) Customize 2012

Suzuki Swift Sport Customize 2012

5) Subaru Impreza G4 STi Concept - is this the next WRX STi?

Subaru Impreza G4 STi Concept

6) Subaru Impreza Sport Custom

Subaru Impreza Sport Custom

7) Nissan March NISMO Concept

Nissan March NISMO Concept

8) Mazda CX-5 Customize

Mazda CX-5 Customize

9) Honda Flash Box - A Honda N BOX Custom got modified for the show to make it more flashy

Honda Flash Box

10) Honda Beat Auto Salon Special - The ghost of the Honda Beat lurks around the 2012 TAS with a different set of rims!

Honda Beat Auto Show Special

11) Honda Freed Spike Hybrid Transporter Version

Honda Freed Spike
Transporter Version

12) Toyota FJ Cruiser x style Cb

Toyota FJ Cruiser X style Cb

13) Toyota GRMN iQ Supercharger

Toyota GRMN iQ Supercharger

14) Lexus IS F CCS-R - Hey Houki Shinonono, your Akatsubaki never looked so good for the show!

Lexus IS F CCS-R

15) TES_ERA_EV - I have no idea about this EV sportscar concept...

TES_ERA_EV

16) Toyota Vellfire G's (G Sports Concept) - Toyota previews the next addition of the G's range and this time, its the luxury minivan mostly liked by most idiots from Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia. If you're reading this, know this that the Vellfire is NOT AVAILABLE in countries like Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand! That's an order!

Toyota Vellfire G's Concept

17) Toyota Prius α (Alpha) TOM'S Version - The Prius' big brother, the Prius Alpha, gets modified by TOM'S

Toyota Prius Alpha TOM'S Version

18) Toyota 86 Modellista Version

Toyota 86 Modellista Version

19) Scion xB Five Axis Version - You should know that the Scion xB is sold in Japan as the Corolla Rumion.

Scion xB Five Axis Version

20) Toyota GRMN Vitz Turbo Concept - This is how the concept evolved to be more sportier than its predecessor.

Toyota GRMN Vitz Turbo Concept

21) Toyota Mark X G's (G Sports) Concept II - My guessing is that if there will be a facelift for "Samurai X", they'll start selling this soon.

Toyota Mark X G's Concept II

22) Honda Freed 和 - A peaceful side of the Honda Freed Hybrid

Honda Freed "Wa"

23) Subaru WRX STi Nurburgring 24 Hour Race Car 2012 - The WRX STi is back for some Nurburgring 24 Hour racing for this year.

Subaru WRX STi Race Car

24) Subaru WRX STi Group R4

Subaru WRX STi R4

25) Subaru BRZ Black Edition by Prova

Subaru BRZ Black Edition by Prova

26) Subaru BRZ STi Concept - This looks different than the one we saw in Los Angeles...

Subaru BRZ STi Concept

27) Gran Turismo Red Bull X2010 - GT5's fastest machine is here at the 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon.

Gran Turismo Red Bull X2010

The 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon runs at January 13 to 15 at the Makuhari Messe. See those cars!

Photo: Carview

Phantom Drophead Coupe BLACK BISON

WALD Rolls-Royce Phantom
Drophead Coupe Black Bison


The Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe gets the BLACK BISON treatment courtesy of Wald and this eccentric modification features the most parts that made the Phantom Drophead Coupe even more luxurious and perfect for a night cruise in downtown Tokyo.

Thursday, January 12, 2012

Toyota Camry AVV50 modified by LX-Mode

LX-Mode Toyota Camry (2012)


The 2012 Toyota Camry is somewhat the most luxurious hybrid car you can afford in Japan. However, if style is your consideration, don't try to overspend it to make it scary because you'll ruin it. Instead, why not spend it to make it more luxurious? A company named LX-Mode provide some modification parts for the 2012 Camry. Customers can modify the 2012 Camry into something gorgeous with some front bumper garnish, black grille garnish, mark-less front grille, colored license frame, side garnish, enhanced lighting, jewelry rhinestone ring surrounding the start/stop button, and most of it. Looks pretty to see but plenty of nuisance for this hybrid sedan.

Saturday, January 7, 2012

SLS AMG tuning by Inden Design

Inden Design SLS AMG


The guys at Inden Design let the tuning do the talking for the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG sportscar. With that, the Inden-tuned SLS AMG comes with an custom exhaust system with a new manifold and catalytic converters as well as an improved computer that provides a power increase by 52HP, giving this tuned SLS AMG 623HP! 20-inch rims are slapped on this car.

Wednesday, January 4, 2012

MINI Coupe tuning by AC Schnitzer


AC Schnitzer MINI Coupe 


The new MINI Coupe gets tuned by AC Schnitzer for the very first time. While we're still don't know about the performance figures yet, this modified MINI Coupe comes with a limited slip differential that locks up 75% for the Cooper S Coupe and it comes with a special exhaust for the Cooper S Coupe and the JCW Coupe. It also comes with a specially modified braking system, height-adjustable suspension, spring kit, aluminum strut brace, and rear anti-roll bar for the Cooper Coupe. Most have a choice of either a 17-inch or 18-inch rims. This Mini Coupe can't get even more wicked for the "cruising" scene.

2012MY Renault Twingo and Megane Coupe tuning by Elia

Elia Renault Twingo


Elia Renault Megane RS

The facelifted 2012MY Renault Twingo and the Renault Megane got tuned by German tuning firm, Elia, who specializes on tuning cars straight from the Renault-Nissan Alliance. On the tuned 2012MY Twingo, it comes fitted with a tuned suspension and 17-inch mags. On the tuned Renault Megane, it comes with Scissor-type doors that can be fitted on all kinds, especially the Renaultsport Megane.

Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Evoque modified by Project Kahn

Project Kahn Range Rover Evoque


The folks from Kahn Automobiles Boutique decided to modify the Range Rover Evoque into something exquisite that is well fit for the "cruising" scene. Here on out, Project Kahn promises different color schemes on the Evoque's roof and body depending on the customers' personal preference. What's more the Kahn Evoque will come in 20 to 22-inch rims by choice. This is all about personalization for the all new Range Rover Evoque.

Monday, January 2, 2012

Manhart Racing MH3 V8 RS Clubsport

Manhart Racing MH3 V8 RS Clubsport


The guys at Manhart Racing stop at nothing to modify the BMW M3 E92 coupe into somewhat extraordinary. So extraordinary, that its performance figures are way above the Lamborghini Aventador levels. Why? The Manhart Racing MH3 V8 RS Clubsport uses the base M3 E92 as its foundation, swapped the normal engine into the V8 engine derived from the X6 M, and inject it with twin turbos, giving this modified M3 to reach, and they're not joking, 750HP of power!!!

750HP of power, 0-60mph time of 3.2 seconds, and top speed of 217mph, that's what makes it so special in every single way. If power wasn't enough, the MH3 V8 RS Clubsport comes with a carbon fiber body parts to make it lighter, a freakishly huge rear wing, 20-inch rims, carbon full-shell seats, and roll cage for added stability.

KENSTYLE EIK Serena C26

KENSTYLE EIK Serena C26


The Nissan Serena C26 was definitely the most fuel-efficient Serena ever made but if styling is not enough for your desire for "flexing" and "winding", the guys at KENSTYLE lets you modify the Serena C26 that is somewhat fit for the "cruising" type.

Customers can modify the Serena C26 with front half spoiler, front grille, front fins, and rear half spoiler. That won't be complete without a quad exhaust courtesy of Fujitsubo (sold separately).