24hcar: Special Editions

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Bentley Continental GT Design Series China special edition revealed

Posted by Mr Dung Saturday, April 24, 2010

Last year the brand sold 421 cars there, and will have 13 dealerships across the country by the end of 20 One of two models in the China-only series the Continental GT Design Series China is joined by the Flying Spur Speed China.The Conti GT China features orange and magenta accent colours for the first time, as well as Orange Flame and Magenta Metallic exterior colours.

China has become the third most important market for Bentley.The Amboyna veneer, normally optional at Bentley, is also available on these cars.The interior comes in a tri-tone colour scheme which mixes the main leather colour with accent colours for the inserts.Wood veneers called Piano Black and a dark-stained Burr Walnut are used.Items such as floor mats, seat piping and the steering wheel's hand-stitching benefit from these colours.

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Dodge has released new details about the Viper SRT10 Final Edition.

Posted by Mr Dung Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Designed to mark the end of the current Viper.The Viper SRT10 Final Edition will start production this summer and it will be available in each of the current variations available. Coupe, Roadster and ACR body-styles.

The body will be painted with a Graphite Clear Coat, and there will be a black racing stripe, in red, running through the center of the bonnet.
Both the coupe and ACR models will have a “black windshield surround”, while all of the models will have unique side sill badges. The badges indicate the number of your Final Edition.

Inside, the interior boasts black seats, unique floor mats, an individually numbered plaque, and red accents.

Power is provided by an 8.4-liter V10 engine with 600 hp (450 kW / 608 PS) and 560 lb-ft (760 Nm) of torque. It enables the car to accelerate from 0-60 mph in less than 4 seconds, before topping out at 202 mph (325 km/h).
Production will be limited to 50 units - 20 Coupes, 18 Roadsters and 12 ACRs.

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Lexus LFA Nürburgring Performance Package Officially Announced

Posted by Mr Dung Tuesday, March 30, 2010

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Lexus has announced a Nürburgring package for its LFA supercar. The name was given in celebration of Lexus entering once again the car in the Nürburgring 24 Hours race. Previously, the limited edition was announced in Japan as the simply put, "Special Edition." The pack is limited to 50 examples and targets potential buyers interested in an even more hardcore track driving experience.

New aerodynamic components including a larger front spoiler, side canard air foils and a new fixed rear wing have been added to increase downforce and improve handling.

Power is also on the up. From the standard 4.8-litre V10 with 412 kW (553 bhp / 560 PS) comes a new power figure of 419 kW (562 bhp / 570 PS) and reduced gearshift times. Performance times are also down; 0 - 62mph flashes by in 3.7 seconds and top speed is 325 km/h (202 mph).

Lexus is offering buyers of this package, who form part of the limited 500 units globally, an advanced driving course at the ‘Ring, plus a free year-long pass into the legendary track.

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Two Unique Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sports Expose Their Carbon Fiber in Geneva

Posted by Mr Dung Wednesday, March 3, 2010

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Bugatti has presented two bespoke Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport models for audiences at the 2010 Geneva International Motor Show. They are there to show more of what Veyron buyers can choose when customising their cars.

On the first car the bonnet, monocoque and rear section are made of carbon fibre tinted in a Royal Dark Blue colour. The hue also comes through on the air intakes, grilles and inner sides of the horseshoe-shaped spokes in the wheel rims.

Inside, the dashboard, centre console, seats and door trim panels have been crafted out of a dark blue Indigo leather. Bugatti has already sold this car to someone for €1.75 million ex works (US$2.4 million).

On the second car dark grey carbon fibre can be seen on the upper body and the rims are finished in polished aluminium, while the EB logos and all screws are made of sparkling aluminium. Similarly the dashboard, centre console, seats and interior trim panels are leather-bound with a soft contrast in silver.

Again the car has been sold at €1.65 million (US$2.25 million) ex works.