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Friday, June 6, 2008
Available in UK dealerships this June, Jeep is now offering a huge range of accessories from notable Chrysler group tuner, Startech. Such standalone items include a Startech chrome grille and a bodykit in addition to a sports suspension and 20-inch alloy wheels. Additional accessories include illuminated entrance sill panels, aluminium pedal pads, three-piece aluminium design kit for the dashboard and aluminium door locking pins. Two sizes of alloy wheels are also available: 19-inch Monostar IV five-spoke alloys or 20-inch Monostar IV five-spoke alloys. Both options come fitted with Yokohama tyres and a locking wheel nut kit.
Jeep has also put together a few exterior and interior packages. The “SE Package” includes a front and rear under-ride bodykit, chrome grille inserts, tailpipe cover and Startech logo for the rear of the vehicle for just £999. For the interior, the “SE Lifestyle” package includes a leather effect centre armrest cover, four chrome loudspeaker rings, a chrome gearshift gate; leather gear knob and leather effect treatments for the top of the door panels and dashboard instrument panel all for £1199.
Lastly, as a performance upgrade, Startech's PowerXtra Performance Module is available for the 2.0-liter diesel and adds 40hp, also prices at £999.
Notes:
- All prices include fitting and VAT. Installation of these accessories will not affect the vehicle warranty. Prices may vary by dealer dependent upon labour rate charged.
- Startech accessories are also available for other Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge models.
- Patriot in the attached images features the exterior pack, interior pack and 19-inch Monostar IV five-spoke alloys.
Thursday, June 5, 2008
The Valvoline Mustang GT-V is an American pony at its climax, designed by renowned tuner RJ de Vera, built by Roush with VeilSide body kit and given-away by Valvoline! This USD 60,000 car can be yours if you just enter the sweepstakes at a Nightshift event or at www.valvolinechallenge.com until 21 October 2008.
“The overall theme developed for the Mustang GT-V was ‘Modern yet Classic’. Since we were hoping to bridge the gap between different car enthusiasts we decide to create a fusion between the young tuner performance oriented and aggressive ethos with that of classic American muscle feel. I believe we succeeded in producing an automobile that any car nut would love to have in his garage.” said RJ de Vera.
The Valvoline Roush Mustang GT-V comes with VeilSide's D1GT body kit, Roush 427R engine package, H&R springs, Volk Racing wheels, Diamond audio system and custom suede interior by Street Concepts amongst others.
German BMW specialist tuner Hartge has revealed a new body kit for the E70 BMW X5. Although the front lower fascia/spoiler looks a bit muscular, the package as a whole is pretty sweet. Kit details as follows:
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Front fascia/spoiler (includes wheel arch extensions - not possible with M Aerodynamic package)
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Rear skirt (includes wheel arch extensions - not possible with M Aerodynamic package - only in connection with HARTGE stainless steel tail piece)
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2 piece side sill (only possible with standard aluminium running board)
The production Audi S5 draws its power from its 4.2L V8 FSI engine producing 349 horsepower and 440Nm of torque, but clearly this is not enough in the eyes of Audi tuner MTM. Their new tuning package bursts the power banks of this baby increasing total output to 505 horsepower (equates to 120 hp per liter) and 546Nm of Torque. This boosts the S5's performance figures up to M3 territory with a 0-100km/h time of 4.3 seconds and a top speed of 300km/h.
As the name suggests, MTM has added a supercharger to the V8 unit which can lay claim to being the main reason behind the power increase and it is backed up by a flow-optimized 4-pipe stainless steel sports exhaust system. To counter the heating effect the extra power generates, you will also find an MTM intercooler housing with integrated water cooling ensures that the engine can always generate maximum performance.
To further compliment the system the MTM S5 GT Supercharged gets a new brake system with 8-piston fixed calipers which allows the car to decelerate from 100-0 km/h within about 35 meters. Other features include a tuned coilover suspension and MTM styled 21'' rims.
There are no shortages of Golf IVs on the road and German styling tuner, Mattig, has got an all new kit for it. The center point of the kit is the Audi single frame grill integration with front fascia plus hood extensions for that angry eyebrow look. The headlamps housings get the black paint treatment with chrome xenon lamp hardware. Side mirrors get integrated turn signals while the clear lens tailamps get LEDs. Side skirts and the rear fascia are modestly trimmed with 4 pipe exhaust tips cleanly sitting within. Lastly, the 5-piece rear roof spoiler completes the look.
Press release:
VW Golf IV Gets Enhanced Appearance from Mattig
- Sporty body kit
- Car styling programme with front-/rear aprons, lighting and aerodynamics
- Components that fit like a glove
- with TÜV– parts approval certificate
A new apron at the front with two large air inlets, right and left, guarantee a more easily remembered ‘face’. Mattig prepared the extravagantly styled component for use with an Audi single-frame grille. Mattig is offering a bonnet extension for the front edge of the bonnet to protect it against damage, just in case. Mattig also has an alternative for the headlights. A combination of black and chrome coloured parts gives them a cool look by day and by night. The Mattig headlight covers give it that famous “dangerous” look.
The Mattig side skirts create a visual 'lower-lying' effect and a considerably more solid appearance. The Mattig sports mirrors are another special detail, with easily visible, integrated indicators. Impressive appearance and safety at the same time! For the rear end Mattig has designed a rear apron extension with conspicuously formed air outlets into which, for example, the end pipes of the four-pipe exhaust system fit perfectly. A guarantee for hot-blooded optics with a real sporty look! New Mattig tail lights with LED technology also provide a particularly successful mixture of first-class safety - LEDs are much easier to see in daylight than conventional lights - and outstanding optics. Quick cornering is no longer a problem with the five-part Mattig roof spoiler as it increases the ground pressure and also looks as if it has come directly from the race track. This radical part attracts immediate attention to every Golf IV!
For a bargain price of 797.06 Euros, you can't go wrong with this latest body styling kit from RDX RACEDESIGN for the 8E B6 Audi A4. Naturally, the kit comes unpainted, but for those do-it-yourself types, you can save enough scratch to put towards your next caravan holiday.
The kit includes some noticeable features such as the Audi big grille conversion, hood extensions over the headlamps and integrated air vents in the side skirts which are available in three different styles.
With some pretty outlandish kits in their inventory, RDX RACEDESIGN knows the type of drivers attracted to Audi's, so it's no surprise that we see a kit that slots in the somewhat modest category, relatively speaking, of course.
Press release:
RDX RACEDESIGN Aero Kit for Audi A4 8E B6
- Aerodynamic kit for Audi A4 8E B6
- Front spoiler bumper, single-frame grille, side sills, rear apron plus bonnet extension for B7 look
- Complete kit for EUR 797.06
- Exact fit; from high-quality, robust GRP
- Add-on parts with TÜV parts certificate/TÜV approval
RDX RACEDESIGN from Allersberg, Germany, has turned its attention to a further Audi model and is now offering a significantly sportier look for the Audi A4 8E B6 in the form of an aerodynamic kit befitting this tuning specialist’s name.
The RDX RACEDESIGN aerodynamic kit which is now available creates a racing look at the front even when the car is stationary thanks to the new front spoiler bumper. The price of EUR 339 includes a TÜV parts certificate. RDX RACEDESIGN is offering the component for use on vehicles either with or without a headlight washer system. For a powerful appearance, the single-frame grille as seen on the latest Audi models cannot of course be omitted. RDX RACEDESIGN is offering its version for EUR 91.50 in various finishes – the latest being a full chrome finish. A further modification at the front end is the addition of RDX RACEDESIGN air intake covers integrated into the front spoiler for EUR 29.00. These are naturally equipped with adapter mountings for the factory-fitted front fog lights, so that that these can still be used. To create the look of the B7 successor model, RDX RACEDESIGN is also offering a bonnet extension (EUR 79.00). The RDX RACEDESIGN side sills are available in no fewer than three designs (EUR 129.95 incl. TÜV approval, i.e. they do not need to be registered!) with matching grilles for the integrated air vents. Fitting these lends the A4 an even more striking side profile. The muscular look of the Audi A4 is rounded off with the rear apron attachment, which is available both for the saloon and Avant versions for the price of EUR 195.00 (including TÜV approval). The sporty grilles for its air vents are included in the price.
The RDX RACEDESIGN aerodynamic kit is available for the Audi A4 8E B6 for the price of EUR 797.06. A saving of more than EUR 66 compared with the price of the parts when bought singly!
All RDX RACEDESIGN components are notable for their excellent fit, they are paint-friendly and of course TÜV tested and approved.
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
The Mercedes CLK 63 AMG Black Series is quite a daunting project for any tuner to take considering the stock model features the very cream of AMG's technology, but then again, Kicherer has proved they are more than willing to take on a challenge.
AMG's 6.3-liter V8 engine has been tuned to output an extra 33hp and 20Nm of torque bringing total ponies to 540hp. Looking at the performance figures we see Kicherer has managed to drop the 0-100km/h to just 4.1 seconds and top speed can now exceed 300km/h.
Subtle modifications to the exterior design retain the Black Edition's aggressive stance with the addition of a sportier radiator grille made of carbon featuring carbon fibre struts. Other features in the model include lighter three-part wheels and ultra-light front seat buckets made of genuine carbon.
Press release:
The prevailing notion that sports cars are just a pleasure for two was now contradicted by Kicherer. The renowned Mercedes embellishing specialists from Stockach have enriched the CLK 63 AMG, which is actually a two-seater, with a sporty back seat. When you take the north loop in less than 8 minutes with this bolide, all those seats will definitely provide more fun – and adrenaline – than any rollercoaster. And what is more, those additional seats guarantee a Black Edition with a significantly improved road capability. But, Kicherer will even delight design and sports enthusiasts.
The radiator grill, already quite impressive on the standard version, is replaced by an even sportier variant made of carbon and featuring carbon fibre struts. The beautiful forged three-part wheel, Kicherer RS-1, also fulfils a double function as it is a visual and – thanks to weight reduction – also a sportive gain.
The chassis – specially developed for Kicherer by DTM specialist H&R – also improves the racer’s cornering dynamics by several degrees. Since the Kicherer engineers have taken care of the engine, too, they have further underlined their reinterpretation by carbon mirror shells.
With its 540 hp, the Kicherer CLK racer gained about 33 hp. Even the torque has been improved by another 20 Nm. Thus equipped, the Kicherer CLK only needs 4.1 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h and runs fasterthan 300 km/h – thanks to a derestricted V/max.
In order to delight any fellow passenger’s vision, Kicherer has equipped the car with additional carbon intarsia. These do not only include – as is usually the case – parts of the centre console and of the door linings, but also ultra-light front seat buckets made of genuine carbon. Therefore, even at a red light, the “normal” Black Edition becomes a Kicherer Racer.
