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2004 Porsche Carrera GT is for sale

The price of used cars has increased, but so has the demand, so every now and then we come across some of them with low mileage. Such is the case with the 2004 Porsche Carrera GT listed on Bring a Trailer.

Carrera GT is powered by a mid-mounted liquid-cooled 5.7-liter V10 engine with 605 hp (445 kW) at 8,000 rpm and 435 lb-ft (590 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a 6-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential.

The car is in excellent condition with a clean Carfax, and has the original GT Silver Metallic paint on the carbon body. It is equipped with an electronically actuated rear spoiler, removable roof panels, rear diffuser, clutch rotors and brakes made of ceramic composites. It is mounted on a set of 19 and 20 inch forged magnesium rims wrapped in 265/35 (front) and 335/30 (rear) Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires.

Inside, the seats are upholstered in Ascot Brown leather, with black accents, which can also be seen on the door panels, dashboard, A-pillars and center console. There’s also air conditioning, electric windows, electric and heated side mirrors and a Porsche Online Pro CD stereo, as well as plenty of magnesium, carbon fiber and aluminum parts.

The Porsche Carrera GT has just 1,300 miles (2,092 km) on the odometer and comes with a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, service records and a clean Washington title. The car currently has a bid of $1,500,000 and the auction ends in 7 days.

Source: Bring a Trailer

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Bugatti has delivered the last €3.2 million Chiron Super Sport 300+

In 2019, Bugatti unveiled a limited edition Chiron Super Sport 300+ model, and last year the first 8 cars reached their owners. The car was produced in only 30 copies, and these days the last one was delivered. Each car cost €3.2 million.

Bugatti has delivered the last €3.2 million Chiron Super Sport 300+

The ultra-sporty model is longer than the standard Chiron, thanks to a new aerodynamic carbon body. It is painted in black with orange details that are reminiscent of the original Bugatti Veyron Super Sport World Record Edition, which was the fastest production car in 2010.

Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ is powered by a centrally located turbocharged 8-liter W16 engine with 1,600 hp (1,177 kW) and 1,180 lb-ft (1,600 Nm) of torque. Thanks to its impressive power, it reaches 62 mph (100 km / h) in just 2.4 seconds, 124 mph (200 km / h) in 5.8 seconds, and 186 mph (300 km / h) in about 12 seconds. The top speed that the Super Sport 300+ can reach is electronically limited to 273 mph (440 km/h). Power is transmitted to all wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

In 2019, the hypercar was the fastest production car in the world, reaching a speed of 490.484 km/h at the Ehra-Lessien test track in Germany.

Source: Bugatti

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2023 BMW i7 and 7 Series – Price in Australia

The BMW i7 and 7 Series had their world premiere a few months ago, and now the Bavarian company has announced more details and the prices of these models for the Australian market.

BMW i7 is decorated with light elements made of exclusive crystal glass and illuminated contour of the kidney grille, which give a modern look. The interior of the i7 is equipped with a curved display, a newly developed panoramic glass roof Sky Lounge, light and functional strips on the instrument panel and doors that provide better ambient lighting.

When it comes to the powertrain, the i7 is powered by two electric motors with a total power of 544 hp (400 kW) and 550 lb-ft (745 Nm) of torque. The car is equipped with a 101.4 kWh battery that provides a range of 590 to 625 km. Reaches 62 mph in 4.7 seconds with a limited top speed of 149 mph (240 km / h).

BMW 7 Series comes with standard air suspension and automatic electronically controlled shock absorbers. Thanks to the adaptive suspension, the driver can, in Sport mode, raise or lower the car. The front part features horizontally split headlights located in the middle of the bumper and a huge front grille with prominent kidneys, while the daytime running lights are slightly closer to the bonnet. Inside, the Live Cockpit Plus dominates with a Curved Display that integrates a 12.3 and 14.9-inch screen.

Under the hood is a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six engine with 280 kW (375 hp) and 540 Nm (398 lb-ft) of torque. The car is equipped with 48-volt mild hybrid technology. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via an 8-speed Steptronic transmission.

When it comes to pricing, the BMW 740i will start at AUD 268,900 ($185,720) while the i7 xDrive60 will cost AUD 297,900 ($205,774).

Source: BMW