Showing posts with label modification. Show all posts
Showing posts with label modification. Show all posts

Monday, January 7, 2013

Brabus B63-620 Widestar

Brabus B63-620 Widestar

What you're looking here is a new model from BRABUS. It's called the B63-620 Widestar and this is essentially a tuned version of the recently-launched Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG, the one with the 5.5L V8 twin turbo engine on it.

As you can see, BRABUS does a really great job tuning the latest Mercedes-Benz models through the years, just like what Alpina did to BMW models. Here on the all new B63-620, which is a tuned G63 AMG though, that is no excuse for Brabus. Thanks to its Brabus B63-620 PowerXtra module, the power of the AMG 5.5L V8 engine has been improved from 400 kW / 544 hp (536 bhp) to 456.3 kW / 620 hp (611 bhp) at a low 5,750 rpm. Peak torque grows simultaneously from 760 to 820 Nm (560 to 604 lb-ft), available on a plateau between 2,000 and 5,000 rpm. 0-60mph is now 5.1 seconds and flatout it will be doing 130 or 143 mph.

There was also some cleverness on the exhausts from the B63-620. To make it sound quietly, hit it to "Coming Home" mode but if you want a very loud noise to wake the dead, hit this one to "Sport" mode. They can either be engaged on the steering wheel and there's more, there are paddle shifters on it that BRABUS says it can shift like a Formula-One car.

In terms of styling, a BRABUS-made body kit and 23-inch forged rims made by BRABUS themselves really made the B63-620 a very stylish off-roader that impresses the crowd if you're driving in posh cities elsewhere. Also, this off-roader's purely a bespoke model, meaning that it can be tailored to your specifications, showing off its exclusivity based on the owner's personal tastes.

As for the handling, this is much better than the normal G-Class because the B63-620 comes with suspension made by Bilstein, making it as sharper as a sportscar and with the Ride Control suspension, it matches your driving style, road conditions, and its personality while driving one of these.

URL: http://www.netcarshow.com/brabus/2013-b63-620_widestar/

Monday, December 31, 2012

Leopaul's Heaven and Hell: The anatomy of a dangerous young male driver

Modified cars are a favorite among young male adults

Okay, this is my last "Heaven and Hell" column for the year 2012 and for my last post of the year, I'm digging deep through the anatomy of the one thing that is proven to be a "menace to society" in the streets; the anatomy of a boy racer. When I say boy racer, I mean of course yes, those "speedo boys" who love to do dangerous driving on the streets. I'm referring to those dangerous young male drivers everywhere.

It's a common belief by the public that those young male drivers, aged 17 to 25, are more prone to lethal car accidents especially in the night. Well, based on some research, those idiotic "speedo boys" aged 17 to 20 are seven times more at risk than most male drivers but by the hours of 02:00 to 05:00 (that's 2am to 5am to you), the risk is somewhat 17 times more, about over 225 are killed or injured annually. Also from some research I've found on the internet, those young male drivers who are aged 21-25 are about double the risk of lethal accidents but by the hours of 02:00 to 05:00, the risk was tripled.

I have no idea why most male drivers on that kind of age group are more prone to accidents than other drivers in the world but it occurs to me that those young men in their hoodies, training shoes, and some bling-bling jewelries are often the ones are causing this ruckus. I mean come on, why would they love to enjoy getting themselves killed on the city streets at night? Is that necessary? All those swearing and trash talk and cigarette breath and modification really led to some serious trouble that the government's been addressing on. Question is....what's inside a typical young male driver aged 17 to 25? Let's see what's inside their brain...

THE ANATOMY OF A DANGEROUS YOUNG MALE DRIVER:

  • Forum
  • Stanced
  • (name of car withheld) Tuning
  • Slammed
  • The Fast and the Furious movies
  • Top Speed
  • 0-60mph/0-100kph
  • (name of car withheld) modified
  • Lifted
  • (name of car withheld) racing
  • Lowered
  • (name of car withheld) parts
  • body kit/aero kit
  • which is better?
  • girls
  • bucket seats
  • Pimped
  • burnout
  • Hooning is not a crime!
  • engine swap
  • turbo
  • rims
  • (name of car withheld) owners club
  • stickers
  • Angel Eyes
  • carbon fiber
  • rollcage
  • aftermarket
  • speakers at the boot
  • loud music
  • subwoofer
  • TV screens at the back!
  • Aftermarket doors
  • drifting
  • DUB
  • Exhaust spitting fire
  • Lowriding
  • Lots and lots of monitors inside my car!
  • Custom paint
  • DUI or Driving Under the Influence
  • Texting while driving
  • Blacked out/murdered out

...and whatever what's inside the mind of a very dangerous and notorious young male driver with the obsession of killing himself or anyone on the streets by pushing his car to the limit against anyone.

Apart from those, I sense that boy racers on the streets love to do some criminal activities. Some harassing bystanders on the streets like mugging at the alley, some help robbers to getaway from the police, and whatever that will make them criminals. Those sadistic fools, their obsession to modify cars from normal to cop magnets, always becoming the "new normal" on the streets. I just hope that there is a law that will get rid of modified cars on the streets but sadly it's a bit of a mixed reactions because sometimes nobody's BOVVERED what to do with a modified car on the streets.

Sometimes, just because it's modified does not mean it's street legal. Those shows like the SEMA Show, Essen Motor Show, Manila Auto Salon, Tokyo Auto Salon, those legal kinds of shows that showcasing modified cars in a polite and nice way. Even the carmakers themselves are modifying their cars for the show, you know what I'm saying?

Anyway, back to the story of boy racers because as far as I know it, it seems that boy racers are becoming more of terrorists born at the streets rather than being a typical driver who relies on his/her fellow drivers, signs, traffic rules, and anything safe. Those government issues that race tracks are better and safer alternative to illegally sanctioned street racing but those high-speed rogues often prefer the streets better than the racetracks and what they always do is switch streets in case of cops patrolling through the streets. Those guys never really learn do they. It's like migrating to another habitat after another in case of temperature changes. If those speedo boys find something that is not yet known by the cops yet, then they consider it as a hotspot for illegal racing right until moments later when concerned citizens are receiving complaints about this, the police will patrol and then those crooks switch to another. You can run but you can't hide from the law, speedo boys. No matter how many times you've switched places, the cops are going to get you and even more aggressive. You've been warned...

 Those young men need more experience behind the wheel. They should learn how to stop such "barbaric" acts on the road and most importantly, learn to race on a proper racetrack, not on the streets, which every night claims their lives due to dangerous drivings. To you, you think that the highways are your racetrack but authorities said NO. Those highways and city streets are not made for racing. There are speed limits and signs everywhere to pay attention. Please follow road signs, okay? You are driving a car in a good way, not on a barbaric way that not only kills you, but others as well.

I'm 21 years old, maybe 22 when it hits my birthday on the 15th next month. I took driving lessons three times and I was saving for another one or better yet, saving for the driving license I was dreaming for. I promised myself that I will not act like a barbarian on the road ahead and I promise that I should be a better, safer driver on the road and I can only race...on the racetrack...if I had a racing license for a track day at a nearby racetrack. He he he....Anyway, as for you speedo boys, let this be your New Year's Resolution to all. No more like that please. Drive safely and race only on the racetracks, not on the road.

Have a happy 2013, everyone!

Monday, December 24, 2012

Tuner BLITZ preps something for 2013 TAS

BLITZ for 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon

Japanese tuning company, BLITZ, are prepping up something big at the 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon this January. What we heard that BLITZ got plans to show their modified versions of the Subaru BRZ, Toyota 86, Honda N ONE, Subaru WRX STi 4-door (GVB), and the Mini Coupe. Also, new BLITZ parts are going to be featured on that venue such as a racing meter for the 86/BRZ, suction kit for 86/BRZ, DSC-Four, and E-ESC.

Sunday, October 21, 2012

ABT tunes the seventh Golf

ABT Golf 7

No kidding. They've done it again. The tuning commenced on the latest, seventh-generation Volkswagen Golf and it's all thanks to some German tuning firm, ABT Sportsline.

In addition to a wide body kit developed for this generation as well as the available 18 or 19-inch rims, the engine choices on the new Golf were tuned specifically from ABT. So on the 1.2 TSi engine, this beefs from 85 to 105PS. On the 1.4 TSi engine, the power output is bumped from 140 to 165PS. And on the 1.6 TDi, this goes from 180 to 210PS.

Renaultsport Clio III Phase One gets life anew by Cam Shaft

Cam Shaft Clio RS

What you're looking here is an old, third generation, Phase I, Renault Clio but it has been modified by Cam Sport. An old Clio has been spiced up a bit with something matte, something green vinyl, and something green rims that made it more sleeker and sexier and every angle but sometimes it is a bit nasty.

Power output is now 225PS thanks to some optimization on the car's computers, K&N Sports Air Filter, and Supersprint 100-cell sport catalysts and exhausts. Also, the brakes used on this modified Renault Clio was been derived from the hot Megane.

Platinum Motorsport's Phantom Conquistador

Rolls-Royce Phantom Conquistador
by Platinum Motorsport

Right, some tuning news and this time it's Platinum Motorsport, the guys that brought us that modified Continental GT on FM4 a couple of months ago. They're releasing their latest creation based on the ultra-luxury, ultra-expensive, fun for rappers, Rolls-Royce Phantom sedan fitted with the Mansory Conquistador body kit and a 26 inch Gionelle Santorini wheels. Those rims are huge and this modified version would be a perfect fit for the most notorious drug lord in the East Coast!

If all goes well, they'll be making four of these Phantom Conquistadors.

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

2013 Nissan Latio N17 gets the IMPUL treatment?! Ahem...

2013 Nissan Latio with IMPUL aero kit

The 2013 Nissan Latio (known in other countries as the Almera or Sunny) compact sedan was recently launched a few weeks ago in Japan with the starting price of 1,388,100 Japanese Yen.

In Malaysia, Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) decided to spice up the Almera a little bit with the help of Nissan tuning firm, IMPUL (URL: http://www.impul.co.jp/index_top2.html).

The N17 Latio tuned by IMPUL comes with an IMPUL Blast 2 Exhaust Muffler and 16-inch HS-06 alloy wheels in silver and black with a matte finish. The rims equpped by IMPUL helped reduced its weight by 20 to 30%. Also, it has been lowered by 30mm thanks to its IMPUL-made suspension.


Malaysia is the first to get this spiced-up Latio/Almera/Sunny N17. We still don't know when this will be offered in Japan...

Saturday, September 15, 2012

Molto Veloce means More Power in Italian

DMC Aventador Molto Veloce

As the tuning scene for the all new Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 continues, we might wanna take a look at this and this time, this spiced-up version of the Aventador, courtesy of tuner DMC, tweaked up the power of its V12 engine and it now produces 900PS of power! 900PS! So that's why Molto Veloce really means MORE POWER in Italian and that name really sums it up! Also, the retractable spoiler has been removed and replaced it with a fixed rear carbon fiber spoiler for enhanced aerodynamics.

EXCERPT:

DMC Aventador LP900 Molto Veloce tuning kit cost 125,000 euros

Following initial images released a few weeks ago, DMC has released pricing and details for its new styling package, dubbed LP900 Molto Veloce, for the Lamborghini Aventador.

The German tuner specializing in Italian sports cars has given a mind numbing price of 125,000 euros (~$165,000) for their complete Aventator tuning package. However, broken down into their separate kits the pricing may seem a bit more palatable for some.

"The Molto Veloce aims at Aventador owners that seek to add a little more exclusivity to their LP700," says Thorsten Grebers, Marketing Manager at DMC Germany. "The LP900 engine upgrade clearly targets speed enthusiasts."

The least expensive kits are the new interior which costs 17,700 euros and the ADV1 wheel package which starts at EUR 7.800.

Next is the body kit which costs 19,500 euros and consists of a front fascia, lower lip spoiler and splitter, side skirts, rear wing spoiler and rear fascia with diffuser. All components are made of carbon fiber.

The meat and potatos are found under the hood, accounting for a head banging 80,000 euros. DMC has given the 6.5-liter V12 a complete valvetrain rebuild with 12 unique single intake throttle plates, new fuel pump and lines as well as pressure modulators and new injector nozzles. Also, the optimized engine electronics in addition to an electronic load pressure control system and a completely new wiring system has allowed DMC to rebrand the vehicle as the LP900 suggesting power output is now 900 HP (887 bhp / 662 kW) compared to its standard 700 PS (690 bhp / 515 kW).

DMC recommends clients fly their LP700 to the company's workshop in Germany or Switzerland for the engine modifications, but body components can be installed by one of DMC's global dealers.

All items are ready for order now.


Want one?!

Saturday, August 11, 2012

KENSTYLE tickles the fancies of the Biante Granz

Kenstyle Mazda Biante Granz

Kenstyle Mazda Biante Granz

So, this special edition Mazda Biante Granz minivan got itself modified by KENSTYLE, eh? Lovely. The Japan-only Biante Granz that was modified by KENSTYLE is just one of the many things why modified minivans in Japan are getting more noticeable by the average dads who spend the rest of his time driving his people carrier for work, for family time, and about everything he desires.

Anyway, a full kit that comes with a front under spoiler and the rear under skirt may cost about ¥122,850 when it's colored or ¥ 97,650 when it's not colored. A garnished fog lamp with LED illumination may cost about ¥ 58,065, fog light garnish costs about ¥33,915, front bumper fin costs ¥19,950 and a painted rear roof spoiler just costs you ¥50,400. It's rigged with WORK VARIANZA A6S F19×7.5+48 R19×8.0+48 rims and Yokohama DNA Earth-1 225/35-19 tires. You could also spend ¥6,300 for the HID Adjuster Link.

We think it's cool but...if you're from Malaysia, Thailand, or Indonesia, having a plot to get one then I'm sorry. The Biante is Japan-only vehicle and it's not intended to be at the hands at some Malaysian, Thai, or Indonesian because it's SMUGGLING.

Toyota's Prius α modified by WALD

WALD Toyota Prius α Sport Line

So, the Toyota Prius Î± (Alpha), better known as the Prius V or the Prius Plus, got modified by WALD as part of the Sport Line eh? That's good but this modified version of the bigger Prius is a bit of a showoff if you  show it to a certain Toyota Prius owners club. Anyway, some modifications include a front half spoiler, side steps, a rear skirt, some rims, and that's about it. No word on the pricing yet...

GS F-Sport Executive Line

WALD Lexus GS F-Sport Executive Line

WALD Lexus GS F-Sport Executive Line
Japanese tuning firm, WALD, had their hands dirty when it comes to modifying the all new 2013 Lexus GS, in F-Sport trim, as part of their Executive Line range. You know what I'm saying? Such modifications include a front spoiler, side step, rear skirt, FRP trunk spoiler, FRP roof spoiler, and a choice of 20-inch or 19-inch WALD P21C rims to complete the look of a modified New GS.

Saturday, June 9, 2012

Mercedes S600 tuned into Lorinser S70 V12 BiTurbo

Lorinser S70 V12


Lorinser S70 V12

Lorinser S70 V12

Of course, it started out in life as a Mercedes-Benz S600, the one with the V12 engine on it, but then it has been fully injected with some steroids on it. What this is, is a Lorinser S70 V12 BiTurbo.

With some VIP STYLE looks, luxurious interior, and a beefed up V12 engine that produces a massive 805PS of power via huge turbos equipped, this tuned luxury saloon has the speed of a supercar. Yes, it now has an entry to the supercar club because it has a top speed of 205mph if the limiter is off.

Massive, right? This will leave them jealous to see one...

2012 Toyota Alphard and Vellfire modified by WALD

Well, what do you know? Those guys at WALD did a pretty good job modifying those ultra-luxury Alphard and Vellfire MPVs to create those from WALD'S Executive Line series and Black Bison series! With such spartan looks, aggressive rims, and overall luxuriousness to cater the notorious VIP STYLE culture, needless to say that both of them looked good...for a Malaysian smuggler...

2012 WALD Alphard Black Bison

2012 WALD Vellfire Black Bison

2012 WALD Alphard Executive Line

2012 WALD Vellfire Executive Line

C63 AMG Black Series modified by VATH

VATH C63 AMG Black Series


The Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Series is already of the most insane Benz ever made for the enthusiasts who want to lose his mind on the road and on the track. Surely, I already tried one on Forza 4 via the Megular's Car Pack. It has a 1:21.0 lap time at the Top Gear Test Track. So, what's next?

German tuning firm VATH seriously tuned the C63 AMG Black Series to be even more mental than ever. What you do expect here is a new supercharger that generated 756HP of power, a new body kit, 20-inch rims, 217MPH of top speed, 0-60mph in 3.6 seconds, enhanced suspension, and enhanced braking.

It's amazing what this modified C63 can do...

Sunday, March 18, 2012

ABT prepares its first tuning project for the new A3

2013 ABT Audi A3


The brand new, third generation, Audi A3 may have been premiered a few days ago in Geneva but the guys from ABT are prepping up their first tuning project for the A3's full model change.

Under the project name "AS3" they'll plan to tune its 2.0 TDi engine to provide 197hp of power while the 2.0L TFSi enigne will be tuned to provide 247hp of power.

Also, they'll plan to modify the suspension, add a four-tailpipe exhaust, better brakes, and some bodykit to make it convincing...

Saturday, March 3, 2012

SLS AMG tuning by Wheelsandmore

Wheelsandmore SLS AMG

After Wheelsandmore modified the McLaren MP4-12C, their next car on their tuning portfolio is the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. 

For this modification, Wheelsandmore updated the SLS AMG's software, therefore it provides 610PS of power and top speed of 323kph. That costs 3,000 Euros but you may need 2,500 Euros to get a tachometer that measures up to 400kph. For 10,841 Euros, Wheelsandmore will provide you some tuned exhaust system with special manifolds and sports catalysts, providing a 20hp increase.

Some extras include some adjustable suspension, and a choice of 20 or 21-inch rims with an optional gold-plated Swarovski cystal-finished spokes.

Monday, February 20, 2012

MP4-12C tuning by Wheelsandmore

Wheelsandmore MP4-12C


German tuning firm, Wheelsandmore, modified the McLaren MP4-12C to provide more power than the standard model. With such engine tweaks, this modified MP4-12C will generate over 800HP. As reported, it includes electronic hydraulic suspension system, lightweight forged alloy wheels, Continental Sport Contact 5P tires, and some stripes to complete the look of this modified MP4-12C.

Aventador tuning by REMN Performance

Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 LE-C Program
by RENM Performance


Essentially then, what we see here was a modified Lamborghini Aventador courtesy of REMN Performance. This here made the Aventador feels like this bull is on steroids and this car can be used on the road and on the track. Following modifications include but not limited to:

• Road/race specification inconel/titanium exhaust system, re-designed air intake, ECU recalibration resulting in a 7-10% increase in engine output;

• Light-weight carbon fiber body sections, revised aerodynamics with adjustable rear wing;

• Suspension and chassis improvements, lower ride height, r-specification tyres;

• Exclusive LE-C light weight center-lock forged wheels;

• Modified brakes with air flow inlets, rear engine cooling chambers;

• Re-designed interior with alcantara/carbon fiber sections, steering wheel, race seats and seat belts.

Saturday, February 18, 2012

BMW M5 F10 tuning by G-Power

G-Power M5 F10


So, it begins. The BMW M5 F10 gets tuned by someone who specializes on tuning BMW cars to the max, G-Power. From here, the 4.4L V8 BiTurbo engine gets tuned into 640HP of power and 777Nm, thanks to the updated ECU and custom exhaust system. This will go 0-60 in 3.9 seconds. For enhanced handling, it provided some coil-over suspension system with nine selectable settings along with the new braking system and 21-inch rims wrapped with Michelin Pilot Super Sport Tires.

Friday, February 17, 2012

Modified Audi Q7 by Project Kahn

Project Kahn Audi Q7


Another modification lashed out from the Project Kahn portfolio and this time it's in the form of the Audi Q7 flagship SUV. So, what did Project Kahn do to the Audi Q7? Outside, you can expect ground effects kit, wheel arch extensions, front fender vents, side skirts, roof spoiler, and a rear apron. Also, it comes with Project Kahn's very own 22-inch RSX rims colored in Gunmetal Grey.