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Friday, 12 August 2011

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MARCELLO C Tridente [Ref.2005.6]

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PROJECT X 'Black-Out' AP ROO DIVER

By TLex Well it was bound to happen sooner or later. Introducing the Project X 'Black-Out' AUDEMARS PIGUET Royal Oak Offshore DIVER. Yours for £14750.00! More to follow soon . . .



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You’ll notice that the dry sump system sits inside the cockpit area. I assume this is to allow for full flexibility with engine setups.

Thursday, 11 August 2011

2012 Lexus LFA – Pricey

Seeing the price of the 2012 Lexus LFA is the only thing we can say is that the car will be better just amazing to get some customers in the market, or be a disaster. The reason I say so because the 2012 Lexus LFA enter the exotic sports car segment of the international automotive market, which is the segment that has nothing but the best car manufacturers are offering worldwide. So given that the Lexus LFA will rival brand models that have decades of experience in the decision of exotic cars, unless the ALF is pretty amazing, there is no possibility the buyer should only spend hard earned money in it.







And yes, the 2012 Lexus LFA is pretty amazing. We were extremely pleased that the Lexus is not pretending to prepare an exotic sports car, 2012 Lexus LFA is truly one of the last sports car ever come to market. LFA has everything it takes to be an exotic sports car, the body structure and chassis, the car has been translated in the company, a very light material, and this is the case in other parts of the car including body panels, seats, steering wheel, and many others. This explanation of the sky sharply and the price of the Lexus of its light weight is 3263 pounds.



Weight reduction, the car automatically enhances the potential acceleration of the 4.8 liters V10 engine car. 4.8-liter V10 in the car derived from the old car race in Formula One, Toyota, and the engine produces a maximum power of 552hp and maximum torque of 354 pounds of extreme Nm. So you could say the LFA and self brutally effective.



So to summarize the Lexus LFA 2012, we would say that the Lexus LFA 2012 certainly has the potential to paralyze you, and sometimes it can even make small Ferrari. Although the price of the car is still the main obstacle to the car, and there is just no solution to this problem. That's why you think (and we agree), why should I go for LFA when there are models like the Audi R8, Ferrari 599, Aston Martin DBS, Lamborghini Gallardo, Ferrari 458 Italia AMG Mercedes-Benz SLS McLaren MP4-12C, Porsche 911 Turbo and Nissan GT-R. If you plan to consider in 2012 Lexus LFA, then you should think of alternatives available to you.



What's New ?

The 2012 Lexus LFA could now be bought; it was lease only last year.







Body and Feartures

2012 Lexus LFA comes in one trim level and body style of a two-seat sports car exotic. Standard features include the Lexus LFA 20 in alloy wheels, Alcantara or leather, faux suede upholstery, carbon-ceramic brakes, summer tires, heated seats 8-way power, dual-zone automatic climate control , xenon headlights with washers, Bluetooth, an 12 - speaker audio system with 6-CD/DVD changer, an iPod / USB audio interface and additional audio jack and a tilt and telescopic steering wheel.



There are some optional packages available in the car and, as the configuration 2 packages, these packages for you to devices such as rear camera, Mark Levinson premium audio system and navigation system. There is also a "Configuration 3" package that get these items including emergency Lexus Enform electronic, real-time weather and traffic information and voice commands. There are also a number of special order the color scheme of the interior and exterior paint available in the car.







There is also a limited edition 2012 Lexus LFA in the form of fifty disadvantaged areas that are offered with the package Nurburgring, which includes fixed-wing back, the suspension ready for the track, a huge front spoiler, unique wheels, a change faster over time, the tire track and 10-hp bump.



Under the Hood

Lexus LFA front engine power of 4.8-liter V10 that produces 552 hp and screaming 9000 rpm and maximum torque of 354 lb-ft. Power and torque is transmitted by a clutch 6-speed automated manual, which has four driving modes (sports, cars, wet and normal).



Sprint, the estimated time of the car is 3.6 seconds 0-60 mph, which is certainly impressive, but is slightly slower than the McLaren MP4-12C, Ferrari 458, and exponentially favorable than the Nissan GT-R. Despite this, the LFA is very fast in terms of 0-60 times, compared to many other cars on the market.



Safety

2012 Lexus LFA comes with stability and traction control and antilock brakes carbon-ceramic. Some other safety features the car has air bags seat belts for the seats and knee airbags for the driver.



Verdict

The 2012 Lexus LFA is the latest offering of exotic sports cars from Lexus, and I must say that is one of the best to enter the market. The car is able to offer excellent performance and comes with a lot of equipment and technology. But considering the price of the car, be interesting to see how many customers can take the car market.



2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class

Overview

Mercedes-Benz GLK has designed about a year ago to compete with the BMW X3, the Acura MDX and the Audi Q5. Curiously, the GLK has a wider body and 1.5 inches shorter in comparison with the M-Class. The GLK is the smallest of the SEI of the manufacturer, and comes to exterior styling of the big GL-Class.



GLK-Class receives a 3.5-liter V-6, 268 horsepower mated to a seven-speed automatic tranny. It is optional on all wheels as well. This compact SUV provides 23.3 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row of seats in the rear. It can tow up to 3,500 pounds.







The GLK is equipped with independent suspension and an adaptive suspension, which allows the vehicle to provide comfort and sport modes to the maximum. The inclusions are the last GLK exceptional in terms of management and one of the best offers Mercedes-Benz to date. With G-Class as an exception, the GLK is like all other vehicles in the range Mercedes-Benz, which sports a unibody construction and is one of the least efficient off-road, the manufacturer's engineers.









The Beach

Body style: Crossover SUV

Engines: 3.5L V-6

Transmission: Automatic 7-speed

Models: GLK350, GLK350 4MATIC



What's new?

For the second year of the Mercedes-Benz GLK series, the changes are within the new steering wheel, premium leather and a new headlight switch. The knee airbag, airbag pelvic and back-up camera are available. There is also the AMG sports package, with the AMG bumpers, 20-inch, LED daytime running lights, roof rails and aluminum. Pearl gray is the new color in 2011.



Outside

What looks like a scaled-down GL-Class comes with 19-inch wheels and optional 20s so it looks better than it really is. This is the most robust in the search for entry-level SUV of luxury.









Inside

Features such as eight way power front seats, cruise control, dual zone temperature dust filter, 5.0-inch, eight-speaker audio system and tilt / telescoping steering wheel is standard. A panoramic sunroof, surround sound and a navigation system are available.



Performance and Packaging

GLK-2011 series is powered by the same 268-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 as the car was in 2010, receiving SUV 60 mph 6.8 seconds and through the quarter mile 15.1 seconds, 91.8 mph . It requires only 118 meters to stop 60 mph, which is best in its category. Despite the excellent chassis dynamics, however, the control is silent.



Security

There are driver and passenger front airbags, curtain side airbags (front-back), driver's knee, and two front airbags basin. Stability Control, the discs with ABS and brake assist and traction control are standard.



+ PLUS :

* Big-SUV styling

* Excellent chassis dynamics

* Great acceleration

* Beautiful, airy cabin



- MINUS :

* Uncommunicative steering

* Rear middle seat is tight

* No engine options

* Not much of an off-roader

2011 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

Overview

Two passengers SL-Class is considered a valuable and has the honor of Mercedes-Benz, the automaker launched the vehicle for the race 1950. SL translated Sport or Sport Leicht light, and it was a successful endurance racing cars. Many incarnations, the SL-series is a vehicle that illustrates the role. Today, models are luxurious, have a lot of brilliant work, and is heavier than ever.



SL-Class has a heavier weight, but that does not hinder his skills that the car had increases in the power train in time. SL-Class 2011 model is a carryover to 2010. Three engines are offered, including 5.5 liters V-8 with 518 hp, 6.0-liter V-12 with 604 hp and the 6.2-liter V-8. V-8 is connected to a seven-speed automatic tranny, V-12 joined a five-speed automatic transmission.







In 2009, the redesigned SL-Class. The car retains the same dimensions and the basic structure than previous models. This car also comes in a convertible. If you want a hardtop roadster with a retractable roof, this vehicle is ideal.



The Beach

Body Style: Convertible

Engine: 5.5l V-8, 6.2L V-8, 6.0L V-12

Transmission: Automatic 7-speed automatic 5-speed

Models: SL550, SL63 AMG, SL65 AMG



What's New

There is a new limited edition of 2011 - Night Edition SL550, of which 100 will be produced. It comes with the flat black paint, premium black leather, AMG 19-inch wheels and brake calipers painted silver. All models are tire pressure monitor, HD radio, Sirius and trafficking. Quartz Blue is the color of the new painting. Model SL600 and SL65 Black is not surprising return.



Outside

The SL modern streamlined, low position and huge. Whether you prefer the coupe or convertible, the SL satisfy both, as hardtop retractable cord with attractive lines on the top is up or down.







Internal

The cabin is flooded with luxury leather and wood, and all the comforts you would expect in this price range. Both seats are 12 way adjustable and heated, and navigation and audio system 10 speakers is standard.



Performance and management

Although the SL-Class can be seen as more than the cruiser Boulevard interpreter track, the convertible is gaining momentum in a hurry. The S550, the estimates of Mercedes, takes only 5.3 seconds to reach 60 mph. This number drops to 4.5 seconds in SL63 and SL65 in 4.2. AMG models offer traction control and three-speed transmission Speedshift.







Security

Four wheels is a four-channel ABS and Brake Assist are standard, as well as stability control and traction control. Dual front airbags, side impact airbags and head-thorax airbag for the driver's knee is standard.



+ PLUS :

* Elegant styling

* Smooth, powerful engines

* Beautiful interior



- MINUS :

* High pricetag

* High curb weight

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