G-Power BMW M6 Hurricane RR 2011

(from G-Power Press Release) G-POWER M6 HURRICANE RR based on the BMW M6: The World’s Fastest 4-seat Coupé

After the G-POWER M5 HURRICANE RS with bi-supercharger engine and 750 hp / 551 kW broke the record for the “world’s fastest saloon car” at the end of 2008 with a speed of 367.4 km/h, G-POWER went one step further in 2010, taking the existing record to a new all-time best of 372 km/h with the next evolution of the same car – the M5 HURRICANE RR.

The 800 hp 588 kW V10 bi-supercharger engine familiar from the G-POWER M5 HURRICANE RR is now also available in BMW’s full-size coupé, making the G-POWER M6 HURRICANE RR the world’s fastest 4-seat Coupé.

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BMW X3 2011

(from BMW Press Release) The new BMW X3.

Characteristics.

• Second generation of the Sports Activity Vehicle with significantly increased space, optimised functionality and enhanced driving comfort.

• Strengthening of leading position in terms of agility and efficiency through new engines, eight-speed automatic transmission, innovative suspension technology and BMW EfficientDynamics.

• Two engine variants at time of market launch: BMW X3 xDrive20d with four-cylinder diesel engine (135 kW/184 bhp) and BMW X3 xDrive35i with straight six-cylinder petrol engine (225 kW/306 bhp).

• Auto Start Stop function featured for the first time in conjunction with six-cylinder engine and eight-speed automatic transmission.

• Four-wheel drive technology BMW xDrive harmonised for optimised driving dynamics featured as standard, Performance Control optional.

• Newly conceived suspension technology, electric power steering featured for the first time in a BMW X model, variable sports steering optional.

• First BMW X model with optional Damper Control and Dynamic Drive Control.

• Highest degree of interior variability thanks to folding and 40 : 20 : 40-split rear seat backrests, maximum luggage compartment volume: 1,600 litres.

• Range of BMW ConnectedDrive options unique in the segment:
Head-up Display, Internet access, reversing camera with Top View.

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Manhart Racing BMW Z4 V10 2010

(from Manhart Racing Press Release) HEART TRANSPLANT 550 HP in Z4

The M version of the BMW Z4 is famously known by nature for being anything but underpowered, since the chassis of the sports convertible already has a heck of a lot of work with the 343 HP and the forward thrust in the lower gears could last forever.

As is generally known however, the sport oriented motorist can never have enough power at his command. Sufficient cause for Gnther Manhart, who by now has over 25 years experience in rebuilding BMW engines - a first for Europe to transplant a brand new, much stronger heart into the Z4. The transplantation of the ten cylinder engine from the current M5 generation into the narrow engine bay of the roadster was anything but a walk in the park and it earned the Manhart Racing engineers quite a few grey hairs. Nevertheless: everything fitted in the end and now the fire of a 5.0 litre V10 engine with an impressive output of 550 HP blazes above the front axle of the Z4. A catalytic converter, a modified DME electronic control unit and the removal of the factory-set V-Max restriction up to 250 km/h are part of the rebuild. Consistent to the M5 V10 engine Manhart Racing has treated the Z4 to an original M5 E60 6 gear manual transmission which includes a Fichtel & Sachs clutch and a M5 E60 differential. An AC Schnitzer stainless steel exhaust system with four muffler tips which was fitted with HJS racing catalytic converters caters for a perfect V10 sound at the rear.

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G-Power BMW X5 Typhoon RS 2010

(from G-Power Press Release) Brawny wing extensions and strikingly formed front- and rear skirts qualified for maximum aerodynamic efficiency, mark the appearance of the G-POWER TYPHOON RS. The body alteration in OEM-quality made of PU-rim has been developed by the G-POWER designers by using state-of-the-art CAD technology. Therefore, the basic car has been entirely digitalised with a 3D-scanner on the own company premises.

The elegantly formed G-POWER wing extensions at the front- and back axle which are naturally delivered with a perfectly matching inner wing extend the X5 by seven centimetres. They make room for extra-broad 23“ wheels and tyres. The G-POWER SILVERSTONE “forged” aluminium wheels in the dimensions 11Jx23 at the front and 12Jx23 at the back were especially designed for the TYPHOON RS and are the largest available model. Four high-performance tyres measuring 315/25 ZR 23 by the development partner Michelin render optimal traction and sporty handling.

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Manhart Racing BMW M3 E92 Compressor 2010

(from Manhart Racing Press Release) Manhart Racing – BMW M3 E92 Compressor

M3 with up to 655 HP!

What Paul Rosche was for BMW in formula 1 in the 1980s, that’s what Günter Manhart is for the BMW tuning scene now, namely the undisputed motor pope. For decades he developed the BMW power trains for many renowned tuners, but remained completely incognito. But that has come to an end because for a few months now, Manhart is storming the tuning charts with sensational compressor and V10 reconstructions and even successfully competed in the high speed circuit at Nardo, Italy, with his M3 E91 Touring with V10 motor (an absolute unique).

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Hamann BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo 2010

(from Hamann Press Release) HAMANN turns BMW 5 series Gran Turismo into top-class crossover between SUV and limousine

HAMANN Motorsport has given the current BMW 5 Gran Turismo a significantly more dynamic appearance and turned the crossover between a comfortably spacious SUV and an elegant limousine into one of the most exclusive multi-purpose vehicles in the luxury class. As a renowned specialist of exquisite modifications for BMW automobiles, HAMANN is offering powerful performance improvements, noteworthy sportiness when it comes to engine components and an aerodynamics programme with exciting styling for the Gran Turismo in the 5 series.

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Lumma Design BMW CLR X 650 M 2010

(from Lumma Design Press Release) Dominant SUV with motor sport ambitions: LUMMA Design improves the BMW X6

-- Complete body kit for all models
-- Quad exhaust system turns even the smallest diesel car into a sports car
-- Performance enhanced up to 670 hp and 850 Newton metres
-- Leather and carbon in desired colours enhance the interiors

LUMMA Design presents motor sport experience in a super XXL format. The German custom body-designer reworked the BMW X6 and increased the performance up to 670 hp (493 kW). This visual transformation is not reserved solely for the top model X6 M, but is available for all models too. Thus, the drivers of all X6 gas and diesel engines benefit from the massive body kit, powerful quad-exhaust system and the sporty and luxurious interior.

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