Bentley Continental DC
May 7, 2008
How would you like a fully electric Bentley? The Continental DC (not to be confused with DC Designs) is powered by a 24-volt direct current engine. That motor creates 0.5 horsepower and 5.1 pound-feet of torque. A carbon fiber chassis, low resistant tires, and a 265 lbs cockpit allow this miniature to travel 40-mph. More pictures.
2009 BMW M3 Convertible
May 4, 2008
The 2009 BMW M3 Convertible is the fastest M3 to date with a 0-60 of only 5.9 seconds. Its 420-hp V8 powerplant is lighter than the V6 in the current 3-series. The electro-hydraulic roof is fully automatic and can be retracted in 22 seconds. The interior of this M3 features a SunReflective leather which wont be damaged from long amounts of sun exposure. If you are not sold yet, keep in mind that this years M3 is 5% more efficient than the previous model. See 50 more photos of the M3.
Fireblade Concept
April 7, 2008
From South African designer, Idries Noah, comes this sexy Fireblade concept based off of the Corvette ZR1. This new concept is reminiscent of cars past such as the; “Stingray Corvette, Gillet Vertigo, and Shelby Daytona“. The Fireblade would share the same V8 LS9 engine that the ZR1 Corvette already has. One of the coolest parts about this car is that there is a clear portion of the hood that allows you to take a peek at the engine. There is no word on price or production. See more pictures.
Hadar Metal Design Bikes
March 20, 2008
Josh Hadar makes these crazy bicycles by hand. The bikes can be powered by traditional pedaling, or by a gasoline engine. The fuel is stored in a hand-blown glass tank protected by a type of rib cage. They bikes cost anywhere from $12,000 and $35,000 and only take 3 months to build. See more pictures.
Bentley Continental GTZ Zagato
March 4, 2008
Zagato has came out with their new design to transform Bentley Continental GT’s into something much better. If you give them your Continental GT and a lot of cash they will turn it into this! The Bentley Continental GTZ Zagato keeps most of the original cars powerful mechanics. The outside features a two-tone paint job and curvy body with sharp fenders. Right now we don’t know much about the car, there will be more information after the 2008 Salon International de l’Auto (International Geneva Motor Show). Until then enjoy some more pictures.
Caterham Seven RS
February 29, 2008
Caterham has teamed up with RS Performance and upgraded the Seven. The Caterham Seven RS boasts a 40-valve, 2.4-liter V8 engine, which spits out 500-hp at 10,000 rpms. Weighing only 520-kgs, the Seven RS has more than double the power-to-weight ratio of a Bugatti Veyron. Get a Caterham Seven RS for around $227,000. See more photos and read the press release.
G-Power BMW M5 Hurricane
February 26, 2008
The G-Power Hurricane (Є240,000) is a modified E60 BMW M5. The twin-supercharged M5 produces 730 horsepower and was clocked at 225 mph, making it the fastest street legal BMW to date. In perfect conditions the G-Power team expects the car could push around 250 mph. I would choose this as a get-a-way car if I ever robbed a bank. [via] G Power BMW M5 image gallery and press release.
Abt Audi R8
February 7, 2008
This Audi R8 has been upgraded by Germany’s Abt Sportsline. Since the R8 is already a vehicle of perfection Abt did very little engine work. Most of the modifications were done to the body which include:
- Carbon fiber skirts and rear spoiler.
- Replacement front and rear clips that tone down the oversized factory grillework.
- Front openings are now angled and feature colored CF inserts.
- A new rear bumper cover w/ diffuser-style bottom, smaller vents, and outlets for the exhaust tips.
2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8
February 6, 2008
We all knew it was comin and now is finally here, the 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8. The SRT8 Challenger will feature a 6.1-Liter Hemi V8 that pumps out 425hp and 420 lb.-ft. of torque. The SRT8 is expected to reach 0-60 in the low fives as well as a impressive quarter mile time of under 14 seconds. This monster will weigh in at 4,140lb but will sit on forged aluminum 20-inch wheels as well as a set of four-piston Brembo brakes at all four corners. Unfortunately it seems the first run of Challenger SRT8′s will be controlled by Dodge’s five-speed AutoStick transmission but with a Hemi under the hood it shouldn’t be too much of a problem.
Mutec Rolls Royce Phantom Limo
February 5, 2008
I don’t understand why anyone would want to change a Rolls Royce Phantom, but those people are out there and they are doing it. Germany’s own Mutec is the latest to put the Phantom under the knife adding an extra 43-inches and converting the normal Rolls into a stretch limousine. They also added an extra set of seats for face-to-face seating. [via] See more pictures of the limo.
