Mercedes C63 AMG by Brabus

The Brabus engineers have got down and dirty with the Mercedes C 63 AMG to produce the B63 S Performance Kit. It adds 73hp to the 6.2-liter V8 AMG power unit bringing total output up to 530hp (390kW) whilst the peak torque grows by 50Nm to 650 Nm (479 lb-ft).

Free-flow high-performance metal catalysts, sport air filters and a bit of ECU tuning take full credit for the power boost which propels the model from 0-100km/h in just 4.1 seconds (from 4.5 seconds), 0-200km/h is is achieved in 13.1 seconds (from 14.5 seconds) and the top speed now lies at 197mph (315km/h).

To compliment to increased power and performance, Brabus also offers a range of accessories that not only make the model look good, but feel good as well. It features a height adjustable suspension kit , a Brabus high performance brake system, high perfomance tires wrapped around custom-tailored 19-inch rims and it is completed with exclusive interior options.

Honda Civic 5D Mugen Concept Revealed in Moscow

Japanese tuning company, Mugen Motorsports, has waved its wand over a European specific model for the first time in the Honda Civic 5-door hatchback. Revealed at the Moscow Motor Show with cosmetic modifications only in the form of a body kit closely resembling the previously released Honda Civic Mugen RR from last year, this concept is a sign that Mugen is testing the waters of the old continent. Surely, with the Honda name gaining popularity across Europe, hoards of Honda tuners will be lined up to tap into the European market, and who better to test the waters first than the one with familiar ties to Honda Motor Company.

Miniaturas de Carros Brasileiros #9

Ahh, clássicos Volkswagen! Eis algumas miniaturas de VW´s feitas pela Minichamps, que na minha opinião, produz muitas das melhores reproduções em escala 1:43 à disposição no mercado. A miniatura do Passat é excelente, muito bem detalhada, inclusive o interior. O Karmann Ghia também é muito bacana! É possível encontrar essas pequenas maravilhas a preços que variam de R$100,00 a R$150,00. Vale a pena!

Em detalhe: Volkswagen Passat 1975.

Acima, um Karmann Ghia cupê e outro cabriolet, ambos de 1970.

Mulheres & Automóveis #9

Mais algumas fotos para a série "embaladas a vácuo"... Essas gatas dão um maior brilhantismo e tesão às corridas de automóveis, não?

Should I buy a New Car or should I wait?

This is my opinion, Don't but a new car... instead lease it for either 2 or 3 years. The reason I say this is that I believe the car manufactures will come out with MPG around 50 or better, with this you would have a hard time getting rid of a car you buy today. If you lease it you turn it in and go for a different one. The government is calling for better fuel mileage not matter if we want it or not.

Ford already has a car they manufacture over seas that gets 65 mpg. It is a diesel and Ford has decided that they could not make money on this car in the US as of today, but none the less the technology is already here.

Aero Kit for BMW E90 3-Series by Wald

For the E90 BMW 3-Series sedan, Japanese tuning company, Wald International, has released another new body kit which follows the same hard edged look with louvered styling elements previously seen in the recent Bentley Conti GT Black Bisson Edition and Mercedes C-Class Black Bisson Edition. Despite the resemblance, Wald has decided not to give this 3-Series a Black Bisson Edition designation but instead a simpler WALD E90 Sports Line name.

Whatever you want to call it, the body kit includes front bumper fascia with dual fog lamp projectors, side skirts, rear bumper fascia, luggage lid spoiler and exhaust system. Also seen are WALD's latest wheel set, MAHORA M11C, 19 x 8.5J in the front with Face dish 1 and 19 x 9.5 for the rear with Face dish 3.

Nissan GT-R Club Sport Package by Nismo

Official Nissan motorsports and performance tuning arm, Nismo, has revealed its eagerly anticipated Club Sport upgrade package for the R35 Nissan GT-R. With a focus on reducing weight and increased handling, the package consists of RAYS forged aluminum wheels (Front 20x9.5 (+45mm offset) and Rear 20x10.5 (+25mm offset) with Bridgestone RE070R run-flats (F 225/40 and R 285/35), Bilstein's Damptronic struts, which are basically height adjustable coilovers with electronically controlled dampening, 11-pound lighter rear exhaust system and carbon fiber undertray. Inside the seats get upgraded to a carbon fiber backrest trimmed in leather with side airbags but without heavy electrical adjustment resulting in 13 pounds saved. Unfortunately, the package is only available in Japan through official Nismo shops with a huge price of ¥5,460,000 (€35,000), however, rest assured specialty importers have already inked distribution deals with Nismo, although without a warranty.