German tuning company ABT Sportsline has released the “Last Edition” version of the Volkswagen Golf VI GTI Mk6 at the 2012 Essen Motor Show. They have two performance stages for this sporty hatchback, starting off with ECU tuning to increase the 2.0-liter turbo engine output from the factory 208 HP to 256 horsepower. Stage 2 for the VW Golf GTI offers a new turbocharger to the boost the figures to 306 horses.
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Manhart Racing BMW M3 at Essen Motor Show
Here we have a BMW M3 MH3 V8R Biturbo that has been completely transformed by Manhart Racing for the 2012 Essen Motor Show. The tuners took a 4.4-liter V8 out of a BMW X6 M and fit it under the hood of this M3. The amazing swap along with some ECU tuning resulted in a power output of 655 horsepower and 719 lb-ft of torque. With the removal of the electronic speed limiter, the sports car can now reach a top speed in excess of 199 mph or 320 km/h.
Drop Top Customs Convertible Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300
Drop Top Customs based out of Florida has delivered some new packages for the Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 sedans. By the name of the tuning company you can see they specialize in making one of a kind convertible cars that aren’t offered by the factory. Some of their previous work includes a Chevy Camaro convertible back in 2009 and a Cadillac CTS convertible in 2010.
Guess How Much Power This Volkswagen Passat CC Puts Down
From the factory, the Volkswagen Passat CC or simply known as the Volkswagen CC holds a 3.6-liter V6 engine producing 280 horsepower in North America and 295 HP in Europe. Tuning company MR Car Design figured this wasn’t enough for enthusiasts, so they developed a package to boost those figures and have the car reach its full potential.
Novitec Rosso Ferrari F12 Berlinetta With Video
Here is the first performance package for the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta that has been prepared by Novitec Rosso. With some standard engine tuning they were able to increase the power output from 740 HP to 763 horsepower at 8,500 rpm. Torque was raised from the from the factory 509 lb-ft to 518 lb-ft torque at 6,300 rpm. The Ferrari F12 is now able to reach 340 km/h or 211 mph after these tweaks.
Regula Tuning Audi R8 Grandiose Styling Kit
Regula Tuning has prepared a fancy package for the Audi R8 Coupe or Spyder holding the V8 and V10 engines. We believe these are photo-shopped images for now, however the exterior styling is super aggressive and should be popular among enthusiasts. They are calling this the “Grandiose” and offer a wide variety of styling and performance options.
2013 Nissan GT-R Nismo GT3 Race Car
Nissan Motorsports aka Nismo has released the official Nissan GT-R Nismo GT3 that meets all FIA GT3 regulations and will be eligible to race. While this is the all new 2013 model, the 2012 model has already been victorious around the world. It has participated in the SUPER GT series, Super Taikyu, British GT Championship and the GT Cup after been entered by NDDP RACING. By recording all the data from these races, Nismo engineers have been able to study the numbers to make this 2013 Nissan GT-R Nismo GT3 one of the best sports car to date.
Wheelsandmore Lamborghini Aventador Tuning Package
Check out this new tuning program from Wheelsandmore for the Lamborghini Aventador supercar. Performance modifications consist of a carbon fiber airbox, stainless steel exhaust system and ECU re-programming for the 6.5-liter V12 powerplant. These aftermarket parts give the Lambo a new output of 777 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque. A decent boost from the factory 690 HP and 509 lb-ft of torque. Styling mods came next, so hit the jump to see for yourself.
Mugen Honda N-ONE Body Kits
Mugen has already announced an upcoming body kit for the Honda N-ONE that just hit the market. This tiny car holds a three-cylinder 660cc gas engine that isn’t suitable for performance upgrades, so styling companies like Mugen are going to do their best to improve the appearance. They are designing two different kits made up of new bumpers with LED lights, front grilles, side skirts and rear enhancements. Additional modifications include new alloy wheels, suspension tweaks and customization’s to the interior such as new colored door panels, press start button, racing pedals and new floor mats.
Scion FR-S Tuner Challenge Cars and Winners
Check out all the modified Scion FR-S cars we have gathered from the Tuner Challenge at SEMA this year. You will see the extreme body kits to performance upgrades and everything in between. If you have already ordered a FR-S or are looking for future upgrades, then this is the gallery for you. Three of these were entered in the Tuner Challenge where Scion gave $10,000 to the guys to customize their Scion and compete for a $15,000 prize.
Jeff Dunham’s Dodge Challenger SRT8 is One Bad Machine
Famous comedian and ventriloquist Jeff Dunham pulled the covers off his “Project UltraViolet” Dodge Challenger SRT8 at this week’s SEMA Show. This was a collaboration project between Mopar, SRT and Jeff’s crew from Palmer’s Customs based out of Camarillo, California. The car combines an ultra-violoet paint with a black upper half, and received a variety of exterior modifications to make it one bad machine.
Kia Superhero Cars Make The SEMA Show Fly
Inspired by members of the Justice League, Kia has flown over their new line of DC Comics superhero cars for the SEMA Show. They are called the Flash Forte Koup, Aquaman Rio 5-door, Cyborg Forte 5-door, Green Lantern Soul and the Batman Optima which was originally seen at the New York International Auto Show a few weeks ago. This is a new movement by DC Entertainment to raise funds and awareness about the hunger crisis in the Horn of Africa.