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Mercedes CLS

After Mercedes-Benz unveiled the third generation of the CLS model in 2018, the Stuttgart based company decided to redesign the exterior of the luxury Coupé sedan.

The CLS has a new radiator grille, new bumpers and sports air intakes with vertical bars. The interior is equipped with a combination of leather and upholstery, as well as a new generation of leather steering wheel and a new center console. There are also two large 10-inch screens next to each other (standard) and two 12-inch screens (optional). With the Driving Assistance Package (optional extra), the driver is supported by Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC and Active Steering Assist. The car is painted in metallic blue.

Depending on the type of exterior (AVANTGARDE or AMG Line), the CLS features 19-inch or 20-inch wheels. If you choose the Limited Edition (limited to only 300 units) you will get a range of black details with dark tinted glass for the classic look of the CLS 53.

The engine is still the same. The CLS 53 4MATIC + still offers 435 hp and 384 lb-ft of torque. Thanks to the integrated drive generator, the CLS gets an additional 21 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

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Toyota GR 86

After selling 200,000 units, Toyota decided to launch a new generation GT 86. To respond to the new Subaru BRZ, introduced five months ago, Toyota decided to refresh the GT 86 with a new model, the GR 86.

The new GR 86 has a 2.4-liter gasoline engine with 232 hp (7,000 rpm) and 184 lb-ft of torque (3,700 rpm). Thanks to an increase in engine displacement of 400 cc, the GR has gained an additional 35 hp that allows it to accelerate from 0 – 62 mph in 6.3 seconds. It is 1.1 seconds faster than its predecessor. The engine is paired with a six-speed manual transmission, and a six-speed automatic transmission is also available.

For better stability and handling, the front suspension (MacPherson strut) and rear suspension (double-wishbone setup) have been strengthened. The roof and bumpers are made of aluminum, and 18-inch wheels with 215/40 tires have been installed.

The interior of the GR 86 is retained from its predecessor, and includes a 7-inch digital driver’s display, an 8-inch infotainment system and is very similar to the Subaru BRZ interior. The only difference is in the seat upholstery and GR badging on the steering wheel.

Source: Toyota

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Porsche 911 GT3 RS

Auction house Bonhams has announced the sale of the Porsche 911 GT3 RS. The owner of this model is one of the largest Porsche collectors in the world, Jerry Seinfeld.

The 911 GT3 RS is painted in Liquid Chrome Blue Metallic and is equipped with an axle lift system, LED lighting, ceramic brakes, a larger fuel tank and a Porsche Sport Chrono Package. Also, the rear wing was removed, so that the Porsche would have the classic look of a 911. The total cost of customizing Porsche was more than $ 250,000, bringing the value of the car to $ 450,000.

It is a unique GT3 RS, produced in 2016, and one of the most powerful 911 models. The GT3 RS is powered by a 4.0-liter six-cylinder engine with 520 hp. The engine is paired with a 7-speed PDK dual-clutch automatic transmission. At just 1,500 miles, it really is a unique car. The car was serviced in 2019 and will be ready for a new owner.

The catalog value of the car is $ 290,000 – $ 330,000.

Source: Bonhams