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2011 BMW X3 Review: Video
Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano Comte Noir
Audi RS3 presentation: Video
Ferrari 458 Challenge spotted out in the open: Video
GWA Tuning Ciento Once

2011 BMW X3 Review: Video

Posted: 07 Jan 2011 06:17 AM PST

This video test drive of the new 2011 BMW X3 is thanks to the guys at Autocar, in this video the British reporters give a 90 second review of the BMW SUV.

The vehicle being used in this test drive is the xDrive20d SE version which is powered by a 2.0-liter, 4-cylinder turbo diesel engine that develops 182 hp at 4,000 rpm and 280 lb-ft of torque at 2,750 rpm. Although it’s not very powerful it does offer the best fuel economy in its class – 50.4 mpg.

Watch the video below to see what Autocar’s 90 second verdict of the 2011 BMW X3.

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Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano Comte Noir

Posted: 07 Jan 2011 04:00 AM PST

German car customizer – Graf Weckerle Imperialwagen has released images and details on their Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano update package titled, Comte Noir. This enhancement offers increased performance and a modified exterior.

This dark supercar has received a bi-compressor engine upgrade which helps the Ferrari 599 GTB produce a much more powerful 835 hp. The car tuners have not released any specifications yet but with more than 200 extra horses kicking away under the hood it will surely pass the 330 km/h (205 mph) top speed of the standard model.

The Graf Weckerle Ferrari 599 GTB upgrade includes a special black exterior paint scheme and a two-tone anthracite Graf Weckerle Coachline. The interior of the car has also undergone various modifications.

This customized supercar sits on a set of 21 inch forged titanium aluminum light alloy wheels which have been coated in a two-tone anthracite and black finish with a special logo of the specialist on the center cap and on the valve cap. The Graf Weckerle Ferrari 599 GTB also features a new coil-over suspensions system with adjustable shock absorbers that offer 40 mm of lifting on the front axle when needed.

Check out the Graf Weckerle Ferrari 599 GTB gallery below.

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GWA Tuning Ciento Once

Posted: 06 Jan 2011 08:58 AM PST

A North American company called GWA Tuning has revealed several images of the Ciento Once, a revival of the famous Mercedes Gullwing prototype from the 70s.

The original vehicle was powered by a Wankel diesel engine and only a few units were ever built.

The GWA Tuning Ciento Once has a tubular space frame chassis and is powered by a mid mounted Mercedes V12 engine that produces 408 hp. Sending the power to the wheels is a 6-speed Cima H type transaxle transmission.

The GWA Tuning Ciento Once is also equipped with a special tuned exhaust system, a coil-over suspension system, and a braking system taken of a Mercedes S55.

This gullwing sports car features a handmade aluminum body, an electric-operated rear adjustable wing, and aerodynamically functional rear diffuser and front spoiler. It weighs only 1,400 kg and when combined with 400 horses, it should offer plenty of performance.

The interior of the GWA Tuning Ciento Once features carbon fiber seats, brushed aluminum pedals and illuminated door sills. The car also rides on the same wheel-tire setup as the Mercedes SLS AMG (19×9 wheels with 265/35/19 tires at the front and 20×11 wheels with 295/30/20 tires at the rear.)

No news on if or when a prototype will be ready but for now you can check out the renderings below.