ATT Autotechnik recently unveiled their latest car tuning kit for the styling Mercedes E-Class W212 with a price tag just over 10,000 euro. The exterior of the Mercedes-Benz received a new aerodynamic body kit featuring a new front grille, spoilers in the front and rear, and new side skirts. A few other exterior additions and attention to detail transform this classy automobile to have a sports car look while keeping its daily driver intentions. The aero kit comes priced at 6,452 euro from ATT Autotechnik, but they also installed a nice alloy wheel set that bumps the price up a little more.
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VATH Mercedes CL65 AMG
The German tuning firm VATH unveiled their latest tuning kit for the Mercedes CL65 AMG with performance and styling upgrades. Starting out with the exterior is a new aerodynamic body kit. Included in the kit is a carbon fiber front lip, rear skirts, new carbon fiber rear diffuser, trunk lip, and roof spoilers. The performance upgrades under the hood were accomplished from tuning the ECU, new intake, cooling system, and additional boost. A high performance exhaust system with larger pipes and high grade steel catalytic converters was installed underneath. Power numbers after the tuning was completed show 745 hp and an amazing 1,150 Nm of torque.
Brabus Mercedes-Benz GLK
This isn’t the prettiest Mercedes GLK we’ve seen, but it does hold the title for being the fastest SUV in the world, custom tuned by Brabus. First off, Brabus swapped the factory engine with one of Mercedes V12 power plants to claim a whopping 211 mph top speed. The new V12 under the hood was increased from 5.5-liters to 6.3-liters, and then Brabus hooked it up with two turbochargers, two intercoolers, and a large stainless steel exhaust system with high flowing catalytic converters. Showing off typical Brabus performance numbers, the modified Mercedes GLK boasts 740 hp and 995 ft lbs of torque.
Kicherer Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG
The latest tuning company to jump on the band wagon and customize the highly anticipated Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG are the guys from Kicherer. Still waiting for the official market release, the new Mercedes has caught the eyes of many tuning enthusiasts. Here we have the concept pictures of the tuning program from Kicherer, and the new Mercedes Gullwing SLS AMG looks stunning. Naming it the Kicherer SLS 63 CP, the new kit definitely sports a high-class aerodynamic package. Coming from Germany, the specialists have customized a new front lip spoiler, roof air intake, and sporty rear diffuser for the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG.
Wald Sports Line Black Bison Edition Mercedes E-Class W212
The Japanese tuners from Wald International have released their Sports Line Black Bison Edition Mercedes E-Class W212 that debuted at the 2009 SEMA Show. We now have beautiful shots of the car from the company who specialize in tuning European and Japanese car models. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class falls under the Wald Sports Line category which features a stylish new aero kit. Included in the package is a new front bumper, side skirts, rear bumper, diffuser, trunk lip spoiler, roof spoiler, and customized fender ducts. Underneath the Mercedes Benz is an aftermarket exhaust system, and the car rides on Wald’s Mahora series wheels available in several sizes.
MEC Design Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Tuning Preview
Here we have a sneak peak from the Berlin based tuners at MEC Design in which they have mocked up the future tuning program for the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. The new Mercedes Gullwing is set to launch in the spring of 2010, and these designs of the SLS AMG show it is capable of extreme styling. The kit looks incredible, very aggressive, but still maintains the high class look of a Mercedes all wrapped into one unique package. MEC Design started off with giant 22″ three-piece mecxtremel wheels, removed the Mercedes logo above the grille, and started designing the bumpers. Completely redesigning the front, side, and rear bumpers, MEC really transformed this Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG into being capable of an award winning show car.
Mercedes SLS AMG
After the initial spy shots of the Mercedes SLS AMG were leaked, more pictures of the highly anticipated and redesigned Mercedes Gullwing have surfaced. It was revealed at the Frankfurt Motor Show with its front/mid-mounted 6.3-liter V8, and inspired by the Mercedes 300SL “Gullwing”. Mercedes offers a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox with final performance numbers boasting 563 hp and 480 ft lbs of torque to the rear wheels. The Mercedes-Benz car weighs just around 3,500 pounds, allowing the SLS AMG to run a 0-60 mph time in only 3.7 seconds. Top speed numbers from Mercedes shows 197 mph with the addition of optional carbon ceramic brake discs to bring the sports car to a halt.
Hamann Volcano
The German car tuning firm Hamann has released new pictures of the Mercedes SLR McLaren Volcano. Originally a white and gunmetal color scheme, Hamann has expanded their ideas and now made the Volcano in yellow and red. Being a true sports car with its 5.4 liter V8 engine capable of producing 626 hp and 780 Nm of torque, the Hamann Volcano doesn’t disappoint. It manages to sprint from 0-100 km/h in only 3.6 seconds, and has a top speed of 348 km/h. The exterior modifications stayed the same which include front and rear wing extensions, side skirts, new bonnet, and rear diffuser.
INDEN-Design Mercedes-Benz SL 500
The lastest work from the well known Mercedes-Benz and Ferrari tuners at INDEN-Design shows a new tuning kit for the Mercedes SL 500. Receiving a completely new body kit from the Mercedes SL 65 AMG, the SL 500 has a more sporty appearance. The car was hooked up with large custom chrome wheels measuring 20×10.5 in the front, and 20×11.75 in the rear wrapped in 255/30/20 and 305/25/20 high performance Pirelli tires. The stance of the car was important to INDEN-Design, so they installed a ABC-sport suspension kit that can lower the vehicle up to 50 mm. The new SL 65 AMG body kit on the Mercedes SL 500 really transforms the car with the new front spoiler, rear bumper, carbon fiber diffuser, side skirts, rear spoiler, and aftermarket rear lights.
Lorinser Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Sportservice Lorinser is a well known tuning firm with long traditions customizing Mercedes-Benz cars including the E-Class model pictured here. They have honored the Mercedes E-Class W212 premium limousine with a new stylish look. Re-designing the front, Lorinser added an all-black grille that is the center of attention. A front spoiler lip was installed underneath that extends farther than the stock bumper for a more aggressive look along with the LED lights. The middle of the front bumper was painted a different color to emphasize the grilles in the fenders, as well as the side skirts which also have vents towards the rear. Furthermore, the rear of the Mercedes E-Class features a new bumper with diffuser kit and roof spoiler for an extra sporty look.
Kicherer Mercedes C63 AMG
Already establishing a good reputation in the car tuning industry, Kicherer has taken the Mercedes C63 AMG and added a touch of their own. Keeping the everyday sport-minded driver in focus, they created the Supersport Performance package that delivers superior performance and excellent driving comfort. The Mercedes car received great aerodynamics with a carbon fiber grille up front, along with side skirts, and LED daytime running lights. In the rear, the car was hooked up with a carbon fiber diffuser underneath, and this Mercedes C63 AMG is no slouch under the hood.
LUMMA Design Mercedes E50 CLR
If your looking to upgrade your Mercedes-Benz E-Class, then you need to consider the LUMMA Design Mercedes E50 CLR from the car tuning specialists. They bring to the table several aesthetic modifications, as well as performance enhancements under the hood. Adding to the already sporty look of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a new exterior car styling kit that includes a new front bumper with integrated daytime running lights, side skirts, and new vented front fenders. Along with the new body kit pieces, the Mercedes E50 CLR features a front lip, sporty rear valance bumper, and optional diffuser for the rear. The trunk lid received an integrated rear spoiler made of aluminum from LUMMA Design, and an elongated changeover to the bumper made of carbon fiber.