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MH4 600 based on the BMW M4 Competition

February 9, 2023 Francis Mitterrand

Having previously revealed several BMW models such as the MH3 500, the German tuner once again showed why it is considered one of the best tuners in the world. This time Manhart unveiled the MH4 600 based on the G82 generation BMW M4 Competition.

The MH4 600 is powered by a 3.0-liter biturbo S58 engine with 635 hp (467 kW) and 575 lb-ft (780 Nm) of torque. A significant increase in power compared to the standard M4 Competition with 510 hp (370 kW) and 479 lb-ft (650 Nm) of torque, thanks to the installation of the MHtronik auxiliary control unit. It is mounted on matt gold bronze 20 and 21 inch Styling 1000 M forged wheels.

The car is finished in black but this time, unlike most other Manhart works, there are no gold stripes on the car. It is equipped with a MANHART stainless steel exhaust system with valve control, four 100 mm tailpipes, distinctive carbon radiator grille inserts, the side wing inserts, the rear diffuser and fender side blades. The offer also includes MANHART downpipes Race without catalytic converters or MANHART downpipes Sport with 300-cell GESI catalytic converters. Inside, the original luxurious interior has been retained.

Just like the original BMW M4 Competition, the tuned MH4 600 will attract the attention of all car enthusiasts, not only BMW fans, and it should be noted that the options are not approved in Germany and are intended for export.

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Specially designed Bentley Bentayga EWB sold for $1 million

February 8, 2023 Francis Mitterrand

Last weekend at the Naples Winter Wine Festival, which took place in Florida, an auction was held where a specially designed Bentley Bentayga EWB (Extended Wheelbase) was sold. The car was specially designed for this festival and reached the price of 1 million dollars, which will be donated to the education of children living in Collier County.

The car is finished in three layers of Snow Quarts paint with contrasting black details. The interior is adorned with Amethyst details on the gear lever, door panels and stitching. The cushions on the back seats are purple. For better entertainment there are Naim speakers.

Under the hood is a 4.0 liter V8 petrol engine with 542 hp (399 kW) and 568 lb-ft (770 Nm) of torque. That is enough to propel the vehicle to 60 mph in just 4.5 seconds (100 km/h in 4.6 seconds) with a top speed of 180 mph (290 km/h). It is mounted on 22-inch 10-spoke wheels.

The customer was also given the opportunity to participate in the Extraordinary Journey UK, which includes a visit to the Bentley factory in Crewe, as well as a trip to Scotland and a tour of the Macallan estate and whiskey tasting.

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Specially designed Bentley Bentayga EWB sold for $1 million

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Lamborghini Invencible and Lamborghini Autentica

February 6, 2023 Francis Mitterrand

Last year, Lamborghini announced that it would stop offering cars with a V12 engine and that the honor of being the last model powered by this type of engine would go to the Lamborghini Ultimae. However, the Italian manufacturer has decided to introduce two new cars that will be powered by a V12 engine, the Lamborghini Invencible and the Lamborghini Autentica.

Invencible is actually a coupe, while Autentica is a roadster. Both models should mark the end of an era of the internal combustion engine, before the coming hybrid era. They are built on the same platform as the Aventador, which premiered 12 years ago with the LP 700-4 model. In appearance, they resemble several models with a V12 engine, including the limited edition Reventon, whose interior design referred to the Aventador.

The unique coupe and roadster have full carbon bodies with a traditional hexagonal theme. Invencible is finished in Rosso Efesto, and Autentica in Grigio Titans color. The interior is done in a red and black combination of Rosso Alala leather and the Nero Cosmos Alcantara. There is also a minimalist dashboard without an infotainment system, but with 3D printed air vents.

Under the hood, which is taken from the Essenza SCV12, is the most powerful version of the V12 engine ever installed in a Lamborghini. It is a 6.5-liter V12 engine with 769 hp at 8,500 rpm and 531 lb-ft (720 Nm) of torque. Power is sent to all four wheels via a seven-speed ISR gearbox. Performance details have not been released, but it should be recalled that the Ultimae reaches 62 mph in 2.8 seconds with a top speed of 220 mph (355 km/h).

The price is currently unknown.

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