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a subtle leib engineering bmw e93 m3

A Subtle LEIB Engineering BMW E93 M3

At first glance, you might think that there's nothing out of the ordinary with this compact BMW. You'd even be hard pressed to identify it as an E93 M3, but it is. Not only that, but it has also been through the works of LEIB Engineering – a group of after-market experts based in Germany who have chosen to approach the Bavarian in a very subtle way. Even the wheels were specifically chosen not to impress - 1-series M coupé alloys in sizes 9x19 and 10x19 Of course that elegant discreetne

design concept: dmc laferrari fxxr

Design Concept: DMC LaFerrari FXXR

The impressive LaFerrari debuted this year at the Geneva Motor Show. Although the car is only eight months old, this didn’t stop the tuning specialists at DMC to modify it into an even more intimidating hyper exotic road car. The result is the breath-taking DMC LaFerrari FXXR. As a matter of fact, the LaFerrari is produced in only 499 examples and costs $1,700,000 USD. It is powered by a 6.3 liter V12 engine which produces 800 hp (588 kW) at 9,250RPM an 700 Nm (519 lb-ft) at 6,750RPM. Thanks

official: 2013 range rover ar 9 spirit by arden

Official: 2013 Range Rover AR 9 Spirit By Arden

Arden Range Rover AR 9 Spirit is ready to conquer the world. The vehicle is the latest addition of tuned models in Arden’s garage and comes to emphasize the clear and modern design of the Range Rover LG. The Range Rover has been improved via tuning company’s AR9 body kit. Thanks to it the vehicle impresses with its advanced appearance. To go further into details, the front apron contains two air entrances for a better ventilation of the air coolers. The air entrances are protected by the exclusive handmade Arden

b&b boosts audi r8 v10 plus

B&B Boosts Audi R8 V10 Plus

The tuning experts of B&B Automobiltechnik have lately devoted their selves to the development of an upgrade for the top model of the current R8 series. This Audi model was introduced to the market in the past year and features a powerful V10 engine. Speaking about the unit, it can produce the exhilarating 550 horsepower (405 kW) and 540 Nm (399 lb-ft) of torque. Nonetheless, this wasn’t enough for the tunes and they have raised the standards via a three-stage performance boost. First,

xxx-performance updates lamborghini gallardo

xXx-Performance Updates Lamborghini Gallardo

Lamborghini Gallardo is one of the most famous sportscars which almost everybody has dreamt driving due to its speed, looks and aggressive road-stance. Surprisingly, the Lamborghini is powered by V10 engine and not by a V12 one and has no gull-wing doors. The tuning specialists at xXx-Performance took a 2005 Gallardo and reconstructed it in a complex manner. They have added traditional LSD gull-wing doors and done some optical tuning. The latter extends the width of the body. Also new is the front apron in LP

vorsteiner transforms audi s4 series sedan

Vorsteiner Transforms Audi S4 Series Sedan

The latest exclusive vehicle transformed by the specialists at Vorsteiner is the Audi S4 Series Sedan. The car looks stunning thanks to the added Aero Kit, of course made by carbon fibre. The S4 Sedan is equipped with Audi’s exceptional 3.0 L TFSI supercharged V6 engine. The latter has been chosen as one of Ward’s 10 Best Engines for 2012 list. One of the resons for this is that the unit delivers 333 horsepower (245 kW) and 425 Nm (325 lb.-ft.) of torque. It has all-aluminium structure and four vane Roots-style

jms and piecha design mercedes-benz viano

JMS and Piecha Design Mercedes-Benz Viano

JMS and Piecha Design has announced their joint project based on the recently facelifted Mercedes-Benz Viano. The exterior boasts a complete body kit including a new one-piece front apron with air intakes (€595), a new side skirts (€476) and a roof-mounted spoiler (€357). There is also a set of huge 21” alloy wheels fitted with 255/40 R19 tires – €2,399. Other upgrades include DRLs fitted onto the original bumper (€357) and quad exhaust system for an additional €995. Some of the upgrades like the wheels,

ktm x-bow gt by wimmer rennsporttechnik

KTM X-Bow GT By Wimmer Rennsporttechnik

It takes a special kind of person to have a look at a KTM X-Bow GT and go: “You know what? I want this to be madder. And I'm not talking madder by a degree. I want this to be able to blow your mind.” Here's a testament, however, that there are such people. What you are looking at is Wimmer Rennsporttechnik showing off their latest abomination: a stock GT converted it into a machine that is, as they say, beyond recognition. Okay, the profile of an X-Bow is very recognizable. Still, the fig

gemballa porsche panamera turbo gtp 700

Gemballa Porsche Panamera Turbo GTP 700

Gemballa will introduce their latest project at the 2013 Essen Motor Show. It is called GTP 700 and it is based on the recently facelifted Porsche Panamera Turbo. As you may suggest the number is the amount of HP under the bonnet, but the stylish 4-door coupe comes with more than that. The 4.8 liter twin-turbo V8 originally produces 520HP (382 kW) and 700Nm (516 lb-ft) of torque. With the new set-up, the engine delivers 700HP (515 kW) and 900Nm of torque – an increase of 180HP and 200Nm. 0-

ferrari 458 italia niki lauda edition

Ferrari 458 Italia Niki Lauda Edition

Ferrari has unveiled a special one-off 458 Italia Niki Lauda Edition. This particular model is dedicated to the living legend in F1. The sports car was modified with the cooperation of a personal designer from the Maranello Style Centre. It received a new livery as a reference to the successful Ferrari F1 cars of the mid 1970s, when Niki Lauda was racing for the manufacturer. The special features include white roof and a longitudinal Italian flag. There is also a set of gold alloy wheels.

dmc ferrari 458 italia estremo edizione 10/10 revealed

DMC Ferrari 458 Italia ESTREMO Edizione 10/10 Revealed

In the beginning of the week a very special tuning project was teased. We are speaking here about the DMC Ferrari 458 Italia ESTREMO Edizione 10/10. Now the German luxury refiner DMC is proud to officially reveal its new Limited Edition project. In it, the DMC's engineers go the freedom to create the latest high-tec

abt 2013 audi rs6 - 700hp and 880nm

ABT 2013 Audi RS6 - 700HP and 880Nm

ABT 2013 Audi RS6 is a real beast on the road. It boasts impressive vision and even more impressive performance. “Our version of the Audi RS6 Avant is striking without being overbearing, is understated and setting technical standards. This car will meet all our premium customers’ needs and wishes.“, commented Hans-Jurgen Abt. 2013 Audi RS6 is powered by a 4.0 liter twin-turbo V8 with 560HP (412 kW) and 700Nm (519 lb-ft). ABT boosted the engine to 700HP (515 kW) and 880Nm (652 lb-ft) –