Prior Design has released this new package for the 2002-2007 Maserati coupe models, also known as the 4200GT. The German tuning company wanted to give the Maserati a fresh look with a new aero kit. They designed a new front bumper available for 1,400 euro, a rear bumper with integrated diffuser for 1,400 euro, and redesigned side skirts for an additional 900 euro. Even though the 390 hp Maserati 4200GT coupe has been out production for a few years now, it never hurts to improve the cars styling with high quality parts.
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B&B boosts Volkswagen sports car the VW Golf R
Well recognized Volkswagen and Audi tuning specialists, B&B, have released their latest performance program for the sporty VW Golf R. Transforming the current Volkswagen Golf R into a hot sports car is mostly performance tuning to the engine bay, with little done to the exterior of the cars styling. This new package from B&B has been developed into 3 separate stages, all with impressive power numbers. Customers can choose to have their Golf R boosted to either 310 hp, 324 hp, or 362 hp. At the highest stage of 362 hp, the B&B VW Golf R is able to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in just 4.8 seconds, and reach a top speed of 280 km/h.
Hamann BMW X6M
The world renowned tuning company Hamann, have released this impressive package for the powerful BMW X6M. The strong M version of the X6 BMW SUV comes with an upgraded style along with performance increases. The guys from Hamann modified the factory engine to produce amazing power numbers at 670 hp and 850 Nm of torque. This was accomplished with the addition of sport catalysts, a mid-pipe with x-venturi, and the standard ECU tuning. With the speed limiter removed, the custom BMW X6M was able to reach a new top speed of 300 km/h.
Mansory Porsche 997 Turbo
The Swiss tuners from Mansory are ready to impress all the visitors at the Geneva Motor Show with this new Porsche 997 Turbo. Fresh from the Mansory tuning lab is the latest package for the 997 Porsche series with an upgraded turbo kit. Performance figures were not released yet, but we do know it received a nice aero kit to change its style. Included in the kit is a new front skirt and splitter made of carbon fiber, a redesigned rear end with rear skirt, and a carbon fiber rear wing to further improve the aerodynamics.
Expression Mercedes ML 63 AMG Wide Body Kit
Here is a wide body kit released late last year by the Belgian tuning company Expression Motorsport for the Mercedes ML 63 AMG. This aftermarket aero kit was designed to differentiate this Mercedes ML from the those of a more traditional variety, and it did just that. A new front bumper replaces the stock bulky-looking factory piece with a three section design incorporating LED daytime running lights. On the outsides of the front fascia are what appear to be halogen fog lights, and a new front spoiler. The new wide body kit definitely gives the SUV a more aggressive look and sports car styling.
Caractere VW Golf VI GTI
The car tuning company from Belgian, Caractere, have released these pictures of the modified VW Golf VI GTI which joins the latest tuned Volkswagen cars. The new look of the Golf GTI highly resembles Caractere’s previous work on the Volkswagen Scirocco, but with four door capabilities. It features a new PURim technology body kit to make the car appear much more aggressive, while improving the aerodynamics. Included in the aero kit is a redesigned front bumper, side skirts, new rear spoiler, and roof spoiler.
Lorinser Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe
This is the latest work from the automobile tuner Sportservice Lorinser on the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe. Redesigning the car entirely, the new tuning program brings even more uniqueness to the Mercedes E-Class. The front of the car tuning features a new grille, and a stylish new bumper with LED integrated daytime running lights. Completing the transformation is the rear bumper with lip attached, and a diffuser-like add-on. The side skirts feature an air vent while enhancing the dynamic stance of the Mercedes-Benz.
Oettinger Matte Black Audi TT
The German company Oettinger has customized this Audi TT with a matte black paint job and several tuning upgrades. A new complete aerodynamic body kit was installed that consists of a carbon fiber front lip spoiler, side skirts, headlight masks, and rear wing. Oettinger has been on the tuning scene for a while now, customizing everything from Volkswagens, to Seats, Skodas, and everything in between. With this new package for the Audi TT, the cars style is definitely more aggressive.
Update: Gemballa MIG-U1 Ferrari Enzo
Here are the official pictures of the new Gemballa MIG-U1 based on the Ferrari Enzo. The previous article we wrote last month did not have the performance numbers or high resolution photos of the Gemballa MIG-U1. Now we come to find out the car boasts a powerful V12 engine capable of producing 700 hp. The new styling kit Gemballa installed makes the car 80 mm wider in the front, and 100 mm wider at the rear than the stock Ferrari Enzo. There is also an electric hydraulic height adjustable suspension that can lower or raise the car 45 mm with the push of a button. This original MIG-U1 supercar was put together for Gemballa’s Middle East distributor, the Illyas and Mustafa Galardi Group.
Vath Mercedes E63 AMG
This is the new Vath Performance Mercedes E63 AMG project based off the E-Class from Mercedes-Benz. Both visual and performance improvements were made on the four door sedan. It is powered by the factory engine which has been modified to produce 605 hp and 690 Nm of torque. These numbers let the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG run a 0-100 km/h time of just 4.1 seconds, with an overall top speed of 340 km/h. Helping the Mercedes reach these figures are forged pistons, sport camshafts, larger intake, new exhaust valves, and improved cylinder heads.
Shelby Ford Mustang GT350
Recently Shelby motor sports unveiled their latest supercharged concept for the all new 2011 Ford Mustang GT350. This is the 45th anniversary edition of the first GT350, and the new Shelby Mustang is based off the 5.0-liter Ford Mustang GT. With this build, they aimed to create a car that was light, nimble, and powerful with the help from Ford Racing, Goodyear, Borla, Cragar, and Baer. All segments of this race car were modified to create the perfect sports car commemorating the GT350, which was discontinued in 1970.
Hofele Volkswagen Touareg
The German tuners at Hofele Design have released this all new body kit for the Volkswagen Touareg dubbed the Dakar 20.10 package. They named it after the success VW had at the Rally Dakar and the Race-Touareg it participates in. Installed on the Volkswagen midsize SUV is a new aero kit with a blacked out front grille. A stainless steel underbody protection plate was hooked up underneath, and the VW Touareg received aftermarket side steps as well.