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Rolls Royce Phantom Facelift – First Spyshots
Posted by: | CommentsHere are the latest spyshots of the 2013 Rolls Royce Phantom facelift changes on the outside are minimal.
Changes seem to be hidden by a clever headlight sticker hiding a complete new lighting cluster and daytime running lights.
Also around the front quarter window there is some detailing hidden under the camouflage, which hints at a new arrangement.
We are expecting the same process where the chassis is dipped in 7 chemical baths to galvanise the chassis from corrosion and then off to production where the engine is fitted.
The engine will be the 6.75 L -V12 as the previous model but expected to achieve some additional fuel economy considering its current thirsty 18mpg appetite.
We expect Rolls Royce to have the worldwide unveiling at the 2012 Geneva Motorshow where the current model was shown in 2008.
I could talk about the interior options but as the class of the cars “Bespoke” program I expect it to be suitably yours.
Mercedes CLS Shooting Brake – Winter Spyshots
Posted by: | CommentsHere are the latest spyshots of the upcoming CLS Shootingbrake which will be inveiled at this years Geneva Motorshow.
Powering the Mercedes CLS will be a combination of both Diesel and Petrol engines same as the official CLS, the BlueEfficiency models will have impressive MPG and emissions.
The rangetopping AMG variant will be housing a 5.5 litre V8 Biturbo with around 525 Horsepower and mated to a variant of the AMG Speedshift MCT 7-speed, and is touted to be around 28 miles per gallon.
Range Rover Spotted in Winter Test Spyshots.
Posted by: | CommentsThe 2012-2013 Range Rover is getting close to the final production form and is finishing its extensive test cycle in the Arctic Circle.
As you can see the clearest shots of the interior it seems to have a complete digital instrument display along with a totally modernised interior.
The aluminium chassis will weigh in around 500kg lighter than its older brother, resulting in a total weight of an impressive 2,000kg.
The powertrain will be revised as well, consisting of an 4.4 liter V8 diesel engine which offers around 320 HP and a eight-speed servo actuated gearbox.
Due to the weight reduction and advanced engine advances we expect the MPG to be similar to the larger saloon cars.
The fourth generation Range Rover will also be available with a diesel powered V6 and a more 5.0 liter supercharged V8.
We are also hearing rumours that Range Rover are testing a replacement to the supercharger and probably introducing a Tri-Turbo set up to aid its MPG targets.
I think its too early to expect a world premier of the car at Geneva but we might see a concept of the upcoming vehicle.
Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe Spied Winter Testing
Posted by: | CommentsHere are the latest spyshots of the upcoming 911 Turbo Coupe in very light camouflage and just hides some of the detailing on the front bumper.
Looking closely at the spyshots in the images above, we can clearly see the trademark induction inlets supplying the artic cool air to the 6 cylinder twin turbo boxer engine, as well as its wider rear end and oversized spoiler will aid the AWD system in downforce and grip.
The rear bumper on this new 911 Turbo also features additional cooling vents and a set of integrated exhaust pipes which are likely to be changed.
From The current 997 generation, the 911 Turbo is 4.5 cm wider stance than the regular Carrera.
The engine is likely to be around the 565 hp to compete with the Nissan GTR and is likely to release an interesting nurburgring lap time video close to release in late 2012.
The car is also likely to have an optional upgrade to the ‘PDK-S’ dual clutch transmission sporting an additional gear to keep shorter gear ratio to aid acceleration and mid range torque.
We expect a production prototype to be shown at Geneva in a couple of months….
First Rolls Royce Phantom Facelift Spyshots
Posted by: | CommentsThe first Rolls Royce made under the BMW ownership, the Phantom has been on the market unchanged since 2003 but now it’s time for a mild facelift as we can see on these photos. L
From the untrained eye it just looks like another phantom but on closer inspection you notice that the finish around the lights are not perfect and basically stickers hiding the true changes hidden underneath.
News of the changes apart from the lights is very thin on the ground but expect more power and less CO2 from thwe revised engine, and some more interior options will obviously be added.
The pictures where taken while the distinguished gentlemen enjoyed a Kebab and washed down with fizzy fruit extracts.
2012 Mercedes A Class out in the Cold (Spy Video)
Posted by: | CommentsHere are the latest pictures of the upcoming 2012 Mercedes A Class sporting less camouflage than the previous spyshots.
The two cars are undergoing rigourous winter testing in northern Sweden which is reaching the end of its test cycle as its spent a lot of time on the Nurburgring in Germany and was first spotted in 2009.
The car is allready in production prototype from and hints at the final shape which is close to the A Class concept shown in Shanghai in april last year albeit more doors.
Powering the unit is a multitude of petrols ranging from 109 hp to the flagship petrol sporting a 210 hp turbocharged four cylinder along with a similar output diesel range.
Also a AMG variant is in development and expected in middle of 2013 with the above model arriving at the Geneva Autoshow in march.
Mini Roadster – Driving Footage Released
Posted by: | CommentsMINI will unveil the new MINI Roadster, the first open-top two-seater in the MINI model range, at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) 2012 in Detroit tomorrow.
A contemporary take on the compact, open-top sports car concept, the MINI Roadster boasts advanced drive and chassis technology including active spoiler, and a classical, manually operated soft-top roof which can be opened and closed quickly and easily.
See attached video demonstrating the impressive sounding roadster showcasing its ready for another Mini Adventure.
Mercedes CLS Shooting Brake Spyshots (Updated SpyVideo)
Posted by: | CommentsHere are the latest CLS spy shots in white, with the front uncamouflaged and it seems unchanged from the CLS Saloon.
We expect the back to be close to the concept with some exclusive led encrusted cluster and the chrome detailing around the rear’s sharp curves.
The only thing we expect to be toned down from the concept is the interior and the instrument clusters.
We expect the Mercedes new twin-turbocharged 4.6l Litre V8 to be the engine at launch, and we expect an AMG variant late in 2012.
