2009 Edo Competition Ferrari Enzo XX

EDO Competition unveiled their latest upgrade project for the mighty Ferrari Enzo. The Edo Competition Ferrari Enzo XX comes with a power increase 170 hp – contains new steel cylinder and piston 6.3 l, new camshafts, new Titan valve springs, new Titan connecting rods, new oil cooling piston pipes, new exhaust manifolds, sport catalytic stainless, sport catalytic converter, sport air filter, air-ram system, fuel cooling system, new clutch, all bearings new, new oil pump, new gaskets, and dyno running with all work, Sport catalytic converter stainless with two level switch controlled sound system, new tail pipes in carbon. Volume of the exhaust per button push adjustable, Ceramic sports break system with 396 mm brake disc front and 360 mm brake disc rear, special brake pads in front and rear, Wheels can be painted in different designs, Tyre-air-pressure control system shows pressure and temperature per wheel, Design modification outside for example complete different colour, Independently adjustable dumping technology – rebound and compression dumping like FIA – GT MC12, New Racing wheels front 10 x 19 with 265/35 ZR 19 Michelin, rear 13 x 20 with 335/30 ZR 20 Michelin.

The Edo Competition Ferrari Enzo XX develops 800 hp/(588 kW) at 8.500 rpm and 780 Nm of torque at 5.800 rpm. The Edo Competition Ferrari Enzo XX is able to reach a top speed of more than 380 km/h and to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds.

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2010 Audi R8 5.2 FSI Quattro

Audi announced that the price for the highly anticipated 2010 Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro V10 sports car will start at $146,000. The Audi R8 5.2 FSI Quattro 10-cylinder 525 hp engine is the same power plant found in the R8 LMS GT3 racecar and is capable of delivering breathtaking performance. The Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro delivers 391 lb-ft of torque and achieves a 0-60 mph time of just 3.7 seconds.

Other Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro standard equipment highlights include rear-biased quattro all-wheel drive, Audi magnetic ride, Audi Navigation plus with 3D graphics and real time traffic, 465-watt Bang & Olufsen Sound System®, 6-disc CD changer, Bluetooth® telephone preparation, SIRIUS satellite radio®, Audi parking system plus with rearview camera and 10-way power heated sport seats. Sepang Blue pearl effect will be offered as an optional R8 V10 exclusive exterior color.

Audi said the MSRP for the 2010 Audi R8 4.2 FSI quattro will start at $114,200, unchanged from the base prices for 2009 models:

2010 Audi R8 5.2 FSI® quattro® (V10) pricing (excluding $1,200 destination charge, taxes, title, options and dealer charges):
Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro coupe (manual) $146,000
Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro coupe (R tronic) $155,100

2010 Audi R8 4.2 FSI® quattro® (V8) pricing (excluding $1,200 destination charge, taxes, title, options and dealer charges):
Audi R8 4.2 FSI quattro coupe (manual) $114,200
Audi R8 4.2 FSI quattro coupe (R tronic) $123,300

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2010 Chevrolet Camaro Transformers Special Edition

General Motors officially announced the Chevrolet Camaro Transformers Special Edition from the blockbuster TRANSFORMERS movies at Comic-Con in San Diego.



Dealers are now taking orders for the Chevrolet Camaro Transformers Special Edition package for $995. Customers can order the Chevrolet Camaro Transformers Special Edition as either a Rally Yellow LT or SS model. The optional RS appearance package can also be added.

The V6-powered Camaro uses a 3.6L engine with variable valve timing to optimize performance and fuel economy. It is SAE-certified at 304 horsepower (227 kW) and 273 lb.-ft. of torque (370 Nm). A six-speed manual transmission is standard with the 3.6L engine; a Hydra-Matic 6L50 electronically controlled six-speed automatic, with TAPshift control, is available.





The high-performance Camaro SS is equipped with a powerful 6.2L V-8, with a choice of a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. Manual transmission-equipped models receive the LS3 engine, SAE-certified at 426 horsepower (318 kW) and 420 lb.-ft. of torque (569 Nm). It is paired with a TR6060 six-speed transmission.

A new, L99 V-8 engine is used on automatic transmission-equipped SS models. It is based on the LS3, but also includes GM’s fuel-saving Active Fuel Management feature. It is SAE-certified at 400 horsepower (298 kW) and 410 lb.-ft. of torque (556 Nm). It is matched with a Hydra-Matic 6L80 six-speed transmission that helps delivers an EPA-estimated 25 mpg on the highway.

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2009 Ford Fiesta Pikes Peak Rallycross

The new Ford Fiesta may not be hitting the streets of America officially until next year, but high-performance motorsport examples of the Ford Fiesta make their U.S. racing debut when the Olsberg Motor Sport Evolution team from Sweden, managed by Andreas Eriksson, brings two new Fiesta Rallycross cars to compete in the annual Pike’s Peak International Hill Climb in Colorado on July 19.

Ford cars have been at Pike’s Peak since the very first race in 1916, when four Ford-powered cars competed. In 1922, Ford scored its first victory when Noel Bullock took his 179ci, OHV, 50 hp Ford Special, nicknamed “Tin Lizzy” by the other competitors, to a surprise victory in the time of 19:50.9.

The two Fiestas will be driven by Eriksson and rally legend Marcus Grönholm in the “Unlimited Class” at Pike’s Peak. Andreas Eriksson, 35, is a four-time Swedish rally champion, with multiple Rallycross victories, and Marcus Grönholm, 41, is one of World Rallying’s greatest drivers, with two world championships and 30 WRC victories on his resume.

The all-wheel-drive Ford Fiesta Pikes Peak Rallycross are powered by a 2.0-liter Duratec Ford engine capable of more than 800 horsepower.

In 2010, the Fiesta will be produced at plants in Germany, Spain, Mexico, Thailand and China for sale in markets around the world. The Fiesta for the North American market will be built at Ford’s assembly plant in Cuautitlan, Mexico.

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1957 Aston Martin DBR2 Revival

Rizk Automobile rebuilt the 1957 Aston Martin with the challenge of using modern Technology. The 1957 Aston Martin DBR2 LeMans Race car epitomizes the pinnacle of beautiful mechanical design, when cars were still being described as sexy.

The 1957 Aston Martin DBR2 Revival features a space-frame chassis made of carbon monocoque. Rizk uses a material called Carbon-Nomex for the body panels (carbon panels with Nomex honeycomb). It has energy absorption and shear properties, is fire retardant and has a pretty high strength-to-weight ratio.

1957 Aston Martin DBR2 revival by Rizk Automobile Power will come from a far less exotic Jaguar straight-six or V12 engine, or a LS3 V8 engine borrowed from Corvette. Also is the 5-speed manual box for the Jaguar engines. A 6-speed manual and automatic are on offer with the LS3 V8.

Price for the model pictured here is 180,000 US dollars, or 128,000 euros. The car is built at an aircraft facility in Phoenix, Arizona.

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2009 Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni

Named after the famous Lamborghini test driver Valentino Balboni, the new Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 is essentially a rear-wheel drive version of Lamborghini’s all-wheel drive LP 560-4.

Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni power comes from a naturally aspirated 5.2-liter V10 engine that produces 550 hp (405 kW). While it has 10 hp less than the LP 560-4, the 1,380kg (3,042 lbs) Gallardo LP 550-2 runs from 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds before hitting a top speed of 320 km/h (199 mph).

With production limited to 250 units, Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni available in eight different exterior color choices, the Valentino Balboni also features dark grey Scorpius wheels which cover contrasting brake calipers.

The special edition Gallardo LP 550-2 Valentino Balboni will be priced from €162,000 in Europe, £137,900 in the UK, and $219,800 in the US.

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2010 Honda CR-Z Hybrid

The CR-Z concept vehicle made its world debut at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show in 2007. The CR-Z sporty hybrid will feature advanced technologies that deliver enjoyable driving for all while reducing the vehicle’s environmental footprint.

Honda announced plans to begin sales in Japan of the CR-Z sporty hybrid model in February 2010 and Fit Hybrid before the end of 2010. By combining these two models with the currently available Insight and Civic Hybrid, Honda will further enhance its lineup of compact hybrid models, which leverage the unique characteristics of Honda’s Integrated Motor Assist (IMA), including compact size, lightweight and high efficiency. In addition, Honda is currently developing a new hybrid system which is intended to be installed on mid- to large-size vehicles.The launch date of the new hybrid coupe on other markets will be announced towards the end of 2009.

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2009 Gemballa Mirage GT Matt Edition

Porsche tuners Gemballa have revealed their latest bodykit, the Mirage GT Matt Edition, which is based on the hottest Porsche 980 Carrera GT. Similar to the Mirage GT Carbon Edition but with a different paint job and blue Alcantara interior trimmings. The Gemballa Mirage GT Matt Edition features a massive V10 engine with 670 horsepower and 630 Nm of torque. Performance stats include 0-100 km/h time of 3.7 seconds, a 0-200 km/h (124 mph) time of 9.7 seconds, and a top speed of 335 km/h (208 mph).

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2009 Pagani Cinque Roadster

Pagani has unveiled a Roadster version of the Zonda Cinque. The Pagani Cinque Roadster experience is enhanced with the roof stored in the front bonnet, when the storm of air being fed to the 678hp Mercedes AMG V12 engine through the massive intake just inches over the passengers’ ears, accompanies the exhaust note of the bespoke Zonda Cinque Inconel and Titanium exhaust system. The Pagani Cinque Roadster comes with a Mercedes Benz AMG engine, Power: 678 hp, Torque: 780 Nm, Carbon-titanium monocoque, ECU, Traction control, ABS by Bosch Engineering, Inconel/titanium exhaust system coated with ceramic, Suspensions in magnesium and titanium, Cima sequential gearbox (6 speed), robotized by Automac enginnering, APP monolitic wheels forged in aluminium and magnesium, Size: front 9×19 – rear 12,5×20, Pirelli PZero tyres. Size: front 255/35/19 – rear 335/30/20, Pagani leather/carbon fibre racing seats, Brembo brakes in carbo-ceramic self ventilated with hydraulic servo brake, Size: front 380×34 mm, monolitic 6 piston caliper; rear 380×34 mm, monolitic 4 piston caliper, Dry weight 1.210 kg, Weight distribution in driving condition: 47% front, 53% rear, Acceleration: 0-100 Km in 3.4 sec., 0-200 in 9.6 sec., Braking: 100-0 km in 2.1 sec., 200-0 km 4.3 sec., Maximum side acceleration: 1,45 G (with road tyres) and Downforce at 300 kph: 750 kg.

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2009 Pagani Cinque Roadster

Pagani has unveiled a Roadster version of the Zonda Cinque. The Pagani Cinque Roadster experience is enhanced with the roof stored in the front bonnet, when the storm of air being fed to the 678hp Mercedes AMG V12 engine through the massive intake just inches over the passengers’ ears, accompanies the exhaust note of the bespoke Zonda Cinque Inconel and Titanium exhaust system.

The Pagani Cinque Roadster comes with a Mercedes Benz AMG engine, Power: 678 hp, Torque: 780 Nm, Carbon-titanium monocoque, ECU, Traction control, ABS by Bosch Engineering, Inconel/titanium exhaust system coated with ceramic, Suspensions in magnesium and titanium, Cima sequential gearbox (6 speed), robotized by Automac enginnering, APP monolitic wheels forged in aluminium and magnesium, Size: front 9×19 – rear 12,5×20, Pirelli PZero tyres.

Size: front 255/35/19 – rear 335/30/20, Pagani leather/carbon fibre racing seats, Brembo brakes in carbo-ceramic self ventilated with hydraulic servo brake, Size: front 380×34 mm, monolitic 6 piston caliper; rear 380×34 mm, monolitic 4 piston caliper, Dry weight 1.210 kg, Weight distribution in driving condition: 47% front, 53% rear, Acceleration: 0-100 Km in 3.4 sec., 0-200 in 9.6 sec., Braking: 100-0 km in 2.1 sec., 200-0 km 4.3 sec., Maximum side acceleration: 1,45 G (with road tyres) and Downforce at 300 kph: 750 kg.

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