2009 Alfa Romeo Brera S

Very few sport cars are developed only for Britain’s roads. Alfa Romeo has intended these cars for the true driver’s cars. After a year of extensive suspension and chassis developments, Prodrive, the worlds-leading motor sport specialist, Voices out their opinion on this car with outstanding driver feedback and handling. Different from other cars, this unique addition to Alfa Romeo’s UK range of cars has limited their models to individual 500 cars. The power of this car exists in two direct injection petrol engine, the 185 bhp 2.2 JTS and the 260 bhp 3.2 V6 JTS.

2009 Alfa Romeo Brera S driving

Nicholas Bernard, the marketing director at Alfa Romeo UK comments: “Significantly, the Alfa Brera S isn’t simply about brute force, it’s about how the available power is transferred to the road and how the road surface is communicated back to the driver to bring new levels of sports handling and driver-focused confidence and involvement.” Prodrive engineers experimented to match their 2008 model, extensive tuning exercises achieves the desired ride/handling abilities. With a quick steering response driving enthusiasts in the UK won’t have to worry about accidents.

2009 Alfa Romeo Brera S side view

With a new 19 inch alloy wheels, customized as Pirelli PZero Nero tires, increasing the responsive turn-in corners, with rising driver feedback, there is not limit to this dynamic car. Not only it is flashy but you can design your sport seats in soft black Frau Leather with red stitching, also to the door panels, steering wheel and gearlever. Foot pedals are equipped with drilled aluminum and a headrest recess houses. The 2.2 JTS can reach 0-60 mph in an arguably 7.0 seconds, achieving top speeds of 155 mph. This car will reach out to an audience who likes to drive on the open road.

July 30, 2008 at 7:57 pm | 1 comment

Gemballa Avalanche 600 GT2 EVO

Being as one of the most stylish and redefined Porsche, GEMBALLA are currently holding their worldwide reputation. Given the idea from the Porsche 997 turbo, the GT EVO has used this as their basis. With 600 bhp (442 kW) this car puts Maranello and Sant” Agata-Bolognese in an awkward position. This six-cylinder boxer car, with a torque of 840 Nm is – power-boosted by their GEMBALLA power kit. Lightning fast acceleration and speed.

Gemballa Avalanche 600 GT2 EVO

GEMBALLA has put in their sports intercooler to ensure maximum performance and can brush away the heat. This boost in power ensures top speeds of 198 mph and reaching from 0-60 mph in just 3.5 seconds. A combination of different aerodynamic materials from their very own suite ensures greater down force. GEMBALLA has put in a set of wheels with sizes ranging from 245 and 325 tires. The custom design on the wheel brings the classic racing look. You can design the wheels in “Silver Edition” or in “Black Magic” version.

Gemballa Avalanche 600 GT2 EVO side view

The interior inside the car brings sportiness to a whole new level with leather combination wheels and floor mats. In order to create a luxurious environment you can have a combo of aluminum/leather or carbon/leather. I would recommend this car for a person who likes to ride luxurious while ending up first at the finish line.

July 30, 2008 at 7:28 pm | 6 comments

Used BMW Z3

BMW Z3 CoupeIf you are a fan of James Bond movies, then chances are that you’ve also fallen in love with the BMW Z3 which was featured in the Ian Fleming-inspired movie, Golden Eye. The Z3, despite its German pedigree, to some extent could be called an American car for it is the first new BMW model assembled in the US. Also regarded as the first modern roadster for the mass market from BMW, this vehicle was launched as a 1996 model and had a coupe version prior to the car’s last production run in 2002.

The BMW Z3 is strongly linked with the German manufacturer’s 3-Series, particularly. The Z3 platform was developed from that E36, while the car’s rear semi-trailing arm suspension is from the E30. The first Z3 model’s 1.9L M44B19 straight-4 engine and interior appointments were behind buyer’s expectations and have been upgraded in the later models. Among these BMW Z3 upgrades was a larger straight-6 engine installed in the North American 1997 model.

Estimated Price Range for Used BMW Z3: $4,000-$28,000
Estimated MPG for BMW Z3: 19 City/26 Hwy
Available Trims: 3.0i, 2.8, 2.5i, Roadster
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July 28, 2008 at 11:24 pm | 1 comment

Used BMW Z4

BMW Z4If you are considering buying a BMW Z4, there are two generations of this vehicle to choose from: first is the E85 roadster and E86 coupe, and the second generation E89 exhibited in the Detroit auto show in January 2009. The Z4 is basically a rear-wheel sports car with its first generation (roadster and coupe) versions manufactured starting from 2002 at BMW’s plant in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

The second generation Z4 models are retractable hardtop roadsters which rolled out in 2009 from BMW’s plant in Regensburg Germany. The Z4’s E85 roadster will give you a choice from four straight-6 engines — 3.2L, 3.0 L, 2.5 L, and 2.2 L — all of which are BMW M54 engine variants. The E86 coupe, on the other hand, comes only in the 3.2 L inline-6 engine. The coupe, owing to its hatch design, has bigger trunk space than the roadster. In the US market, the second generation BMW Z4 will be a choice between sDrive30i and sDrive35i engines.

Estimated Price Range for Used BMW Z4: $6,000-$43,000
Estimated MPG for BMW Z4: 18 City/27 Hwy
Available Trims: 2.5i, 3.0i, Roadster
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July 27, 2008 at 12:08 pm | 3 comments

Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG Edition IWC

AMG PERFORMANCE STUDIO has just created a whole new limited edition vehicle, the SL 63 AMG Edition IWC. Limiting to a total of 200 units, this new hot-streak, includes an eye-catching designo mango Kashmir white finish. Also, with an AMG exterior Carbon package.

When customers buy this car, their very own watch will be included in the package from the renowned Swiss watchmaker IWC Schaffhausen. To make sure the driver is in complete control of the vehicle, AMG Performance has reduced their steering wheel’s diameter.

Mercedes Benz SL 63 AMG Edition IWC

Combined with a Performance package, includes a 19-inch AMG light alloy, double-spoke set of wheels with titanium gray finish and polished surfaces. Showing off its top output of 386 kW/525 hp and maximum torque of 630 Nm, the AMG 6.3-liter V8 engine is a responsive partner in the all-new AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT seven-speed sports transmission.

Mercedes Benz SL 63 AMG Edition IWC side view

The SL 63 AMG Edition IWC can accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 4.5 seconds, managing top speeds of 186, due to electricity. This car I would say combines every aspect needed in a car, giving its buyers a package to choose from, including your very own watch.

Mercedes Benz SL 63 AMG Edition IWC back view

July 26, 2008 at 11:04 pm | No comment

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