Saturday, April 30, 2016

MANSORY Redefines Sports Cars with the Mercedes AMG GT S

The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT S is a 4.0-liter biturbo V8 that can go from 0-60mph in just 3.7 seconds. It’s small, nimble, quick and track ready both appearance-wise and under the hood. MANSORY managed to take this beastly roadster and work their magic, redefining what it means to be a sports car. Check out the official release from MANSORY below, as well as the incredible photos that follow of their version of the AMG GT S. You can also browse through Vivid Racing’s entire selection of impressive MANSORY products here.


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Press Release: Refining supercars is more than just a business for MANSORY. The attention to detail and the love of all that is special and unique is what drives us to produce out-of-the-ordinary automobiles. The latest stroke of genius of the company once again proves this in an impressive way. The MANSORY interpretation of the Mercedes AMG GT S with its exclusive and comprehensive refinement programme is enough to raise the blood pressure of true sports vehicle fans the world over.


Above all, the wide bodywork package makes it clear that for MANSORY, visual refinement of the sport car takes centre stage. Alongside design elements such as the hood in red exposed carbon, you will find targeted alterations to the front, side and rear to give a boost to the car’s aerodynamics. For instance, the front spoiler reduces lift, which is decisive for improving the handling and agility of the GT S. Striking extensions on the sides measuring 25 millimeters per side ensure there is plenty of room for wide tires with great traction. The rear spoiler also provides more downforce and, in combination with the rear diffuser, ensures there is extra grip on the road. The MANSORY aerodynamic package will show its strengths even on winding country roads and generates pure driving pleasure.


MANSORY manufactures its bodywork components in the traditional way from carbon. In this procedure, carbon mats are adapted in moulds and hardened under high pressure at high temperatures in an autoclave. The advantages of this high-tech procedure are clear: the reduced vehicle weight brings improvements to acceleration figures, braking distances and the energy consumption of the car.


The advantages to agility and handling leave room for yet higher performance. In even in its basic version, the GT S boasts impressive engine performance, but the MANSORY engine department knows how to unlock a few extra power reserves in the V8 twin turbo engine. The main components of performance optimization are larger turbochargers as well as a sport exhaust system made from stainless steel. When combined with a sports air filter, this is responsible for the powerful, robust sound of the 4.0-litre aggregate. These components are precisely tuned to work in union using a new mapping system for the engine’s electronics. With a peak performance of 730 PS / 537 kW, the MANSORY engine exactly meets the wishes of its clientèle who have sporting ambitions. The uprated Gran Turismo offers exquisite performance figures: The two-seater only requires 3.4 seconds to go from 0 – 100 km/h and with a top speed of 330 km/h, even the basic model of the MANSORY refined GT S is streets ahead.


Another highlight of the refinements is the lightweight metal wheels featuring the name SPYDER . At the front, the recommended wheel-tyre combination is 9.5×21 inches with tires featuring the dimensions 245/35ZR21. At the rear, 10.5×21 large rims with a tire size of 305/25ZR21 are put to use. As an alternative, MANSORY also offers ‘10-spoke central lock rims’. This model of rims is especially lightweight due to the way they are manufactured using forging technology. This reduces the unsprung mass, improving the handling, acceleration and braking response of the sports car yet further in an appreciable way. MANSORY recommends the following combinations: 9×20 inches with 275/30/20 tires on the front axle, and 10.5×21 with 305/25/21 tires on the rear axle. The wheel & tire combination and chassis springs help lower the sports car to leave a lasting impression.


In the interior, MANSORY has created a control centre to unify functionality and comfort. The sports steering wheel designed especially for the Mercedes AMG GT features a carbon inlay and the aluminum pedals guarantee full control over the vehicle. The interior simultaneously exudes pure luxury. Almost all interior furnishing components have been masterfully created by hand from leather and top-quality MANSORY carbon fabric. Precisely embroidered logos and illuminated door sills perfectly round off the refinement programme.


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MANSORY Redefines Sports Cars with the Mercedes AMG GT S

Friday, April 29, 2016

MANSORY Refines the Mercedes GLE 63 AMG with a Beastly Wide Body

The Mercedes-Benz GLE 63 AMG is not only aggressive from the outside, but is also mean under the hood. This sporty crossover features a 5.5-liter twin-turbocharged M157 V8, one of the finest engines to ever come out of AMG’s assembly plant in Affalterbach, Germany.  MANSORY is known for taking luxury and supercars, and turning them into bigger works of art. So when  MANSORY got their hands on the Mercedes GLE 63 AMG, it was pretty obvious that this beast was going to reach some new potential. Check out the official release from MANSORY below, as well as the gorgeous photos that follow of the new wide body GLE 63 AMG. You can also browse through Vivid Racing’s entire selection of impressive MANSORY products here.


Press Release: All over the world, the name MANSORY is synonymous with the refinement of luxury cars. With the new programme for the Mercedes GLE 63 AMG the company in Brand, Bavaria, once again recommends itself as the top address for sporty accessories, powerful increases in performance and an exciting body design.


Sporty elegance characterizes the look of the MANSORY body modifications: The larger air intakes in the new front spoiler in conjunction with the perfectly integrated daytime running lights and a lift reducing front lip in visible carbon give the GLE 63 an even more dynamic look. A weight-optimised bonnet completes the new-designed front. Impressive widening of 30 millimetres to the front and rear wheel arches is decisive in creating the design makeover’s overall powerful impression. The new side skirts, that have been so modelled that the airflow along the side is quieter, give the SUV coupe a lower and more stretched appearance. In order to reduce the lift on the rear axle MANSORY fits an elegant spoiler to the Mercedes’ original tailgate and combine this with a diffusor rear spoiler for additional downforce.


Fitting to the striking appearance MANSORY uses SPIDER rims with the XXL dimensions of 23 inches. The ultra-light, forged rim was specially developed for the increased requirements of formidable SUV’s. The recommended wheel-tyre combination is size 11×23 for front and rear axles, with tyres size 305/35/23. The new light alloy rims come into the spotlight as a result of the lowering module for the pneumatic suspension. If wished, this lowers the centre of gravity on the GLE 63 by up to 30 millimetres and significantly improves the handling during fast cornering.


With a powerful performance increase MANSORY offers the centrepiece of its GLE refinement programme. The scope of the upgrade includes a sports silencer, a sports air filter and a new motor management. As a result the aggregate of the Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 has an output of ca. 840 PS /618 kW and the torque is increased to 1150 Nm. In addition, the top speed is 45 km/h higher than standard.


A highlight of the interior is the ergonomically redesigned sports steering wheel. Due to its new form it feels more comfortable in the hand and still offers all the functions that can be found as standard. In MANSORY’s own upholstery department the steering wheel is coated with finest leather with applications of visible carbon – which fits perfectly to the luxurious full leather interior.


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MANSORY Refines the Mercedes GLE 63 AMG with a Beastly Wide Body

Thursday, April 28, 2016

HRE and FlowForm Fitments Now Available for BMW M2 (F87)



The wait is finally over! HRE and FlowForm fitments for the 2016 BMW M2 (F87) are now available. HRE has just confirmed the proper measurements; so you can now order custom forged wheels to fit your car. For more information regarding wheel styles, fitment options and pricing, please contact your HRE representative or submit your inquiry to info@hrewheels.com.


Note: All HRE wheels are engineered to minimize unsprung mass and rotational inertia for optimal acceleration, handling and braking performance. Each wheel is built-to-order and there are nearly infinite fitment, color and finish options available for the ultimate custom-tailored wheel buying experience. Center lock fitments are also available.


Check out the available styles and colors for the BMW M2 below. You can also browse through Vivid Racing’s entire selection of HRE and FlowForm wheels here. If you have any questions, or need help deciding which wheel will best suit your vehicle, contact us as 1-480-966-3040. Our world-class sales professionals will be more than happy to help you throughout the buying process.

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BMW M2 with HRE P101 in Gloss Black

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HRE and FlowForm Fitments Now Available for BMW M2 (F87)

Wednesday, April 27, 2016

New StopTech Big Brake Kits Available for Audi and Volkswagen

Centric Parts, North America’s leading manufacturer and supplier of OE and aftermarket brake and chassis components, has just announced the availability of a range of front StopTech Big Brake Kits to fit a wide variety of Audi and Volkswagen models. More than 50 new VW and Audi model and trim variations have been added to the StopTech catalog. StopTech Big Brake Kits (BBKs) include stiffer calipers, larger rotors, higher friction pads, stainless steel lines and application-specific mounting brackets and hardware. Like all StopTech High Performance BBKs, they offer significantly improved braking performance, feel and modulation over stock systems, and are available in a variety of caliper color/rotor finish options.


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The front StopTech Big Brake Kits for these Audi and VW models include a pair of drilled or slotted StopTech 1- or 2-piece AeroRotors and four- or six-piston StopTech ST calipers, as well as mounting brackets, stainless steel lines and StopTech Sport brake pads.


StopTech big brake kits have been developed through years of racing success. These patented brake system upgrades include:



  • StopTech ST Calipers – stiffer, forged, differential-bore, opposed-piston calipers with a patented bolt-in bridge that eases 
pad changes while increasing caliper stiffness

  • StopTech 1- or 2-piece AeroRotors – Oversized 1-piece performance rotors or pre-assembled, 2-piece iron rotor rings 
with patented AeroVane fin design and aluminum AeroHats for optimal cooling – depending on the kit

  • StopTech Sport Brake Pads – Kevlar-like, para-aramid composite pads for aggressive street driving and occasional track 
day or autocross use

  • StopTech Stainless Steel Brake Lines – braided stainless steel shielded Teflon-like lines for less system compliance and 
greater durability

  • Mounting Brackets and Hardware – hard-anodized, billet aluminum mounting brackets with stainless steel studs and all of 
the necessary hardware for easy installation


With stiffer components and patented heat management technology, all StopTech High Performance Brake Kits provide shorter stopping distances, better brake modulation, firmer pedal feel and less brake fade for stronger, as well as more reliable performance on and off the track. These big brake kits are now available for purchase through authorized distributors. Check out all of Vivid Racing’s StopTech products here.


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New StopTech Big Brake Kits Available for Audi and Volkswagen

Porsche Cayman GT4 Tuning with Acceleration Videos

The Porsche 981 Cayman GT4 is a animal that only gets better with performance parts and a ECU Tune.  VR Tuned is able to flash the new SDI9 Cayman GT4 3.8L via the OBDII port to allow customers worldwide to take advantage of our tuning.  The 981 GT4 receives a custom tune that provides the car with faster throttle response, more low end torque, and harder pull through the revs.  This is not a “off the shelf” map from a handheld but a unique calibration for your vehicle.  Utilizing the DimSport handheld unit, we take a matching software ID to custom tune your car to the modifications you have.  With gains of 20 horsepower, the overall driving performance you feel on the road and the track cannot be replicated from a basic dyno run.  If you are looking to truly enhance your Porsche 981 Cayman GT4, then a ECU flash is definitely recommended.


Our customer had his reflashed as pictured below.  When writing the large file, it is always recommended to use a battery charger or tender.  After flashed, he immediately took it out and show some acceleration videos.  His reviews on the Cayman forums and Facebook groups give a perfect first hand representation of the performance increase.  If you are interested in ordering this ECU flash, view the Porsche 981 Tuning Here.




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Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Acura NSX with Advan Wheels and Spoon Brakes

The Acura NSX is a timeless sports car that put the Acura/Honda brand on the map.  The car had an amazing run for nearly 20 years before it went dormant.  These cars have become rare and are still desired to be modified to the extreme.  With the new Acura NSX being released, the original NSX is popping up more and more in the car culture.  Our customer Dan sent us these photos of his price and joy sporting some Advan Wheels and Spoon brakes amongst other mods.  The front wheels are Advan GT in 18×8.0 5×114.3 +45mm and the rear wheels 19×10.0 5×114.3 +35mm all finished in semi gloss black.  The wheels have been trimmed off with a set of Muteki SR48 Wheel Locks in a Burned Blue finished.


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Acura NSX with Advan Wheels and Spoon Brakes

WALD Black Bison Program for the Rolls Royce Wraith

The Rolls Royce Wraith is unlike any other car out there; it’s elegant, unique and full of power. After all, they say “A Rolls-Royce is a car you don’t drive. It’s a car in which you are driven.”


WALD is proud to present their Wraith black bison program for North America. WALD is now offering an exclusive tuning program for the 2014+ Rolls Royce Wraith, which includes an aerodynamic exterior package and wheel set giving the car an entirely new dynamic appearance.


WALD Black Bison Rolls Royce Wraith Program Features:



  • Front Bumper w/ LED daytime running lamps

  • Side Skirt Set

  • Rear Apron

  • Trunk Spoiler

  • 22″ and 24″ wheel options


Check out the photos and video below highlighting this exciting new program for the Wraith. Be sure to also view Vivid Racing’s entire selection of WALD products here.


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WALD Side Skirt Set pictured with I11C Wheel Set


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WALD Rear Apron with Exhaust Tips


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WALD I11C 22″ Wheel Set 


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WALD Black Bison Program for the Rolls Royce Wraith

Monday, April 25, 2016

Motor Fan Fest at Fuji Japan Pics and Videos

Our friends at FairyDesign in Japan sent us these photos from this weekends Motor Fan Fest event in Fuji, Japan.  Though rainy, the diehards came out showing off everything from high performance exotics, to the famed widebody cars Japan has become known for.  Pictured are a couple of the LibertyWalk x FairyDesign Maserati GranTurismo’s, a beautiful Lamborghini Huracan, Hamann SLS, and our favorite, the Novel Japan Lexus GS and RC-F cars.  Enjoy the pictures!







 




  


  


  


  


  


  





Motor Fan Fest at Fuji Japan Pics and Videos