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Tuning

Renner Projekt 8 based on the BMW 8 Series (E31)

The American company Renner Projekts specializes in modifying German sportscars of the 1980s and 90s. Their latest work is an extraordinary car called Renner Projekt 8 based on the BMW 8 Series (E31).

The standard BMW 8 Series (E31) is powered by a 5.0L V12 engine, but after the intervention of Renner’s engineers, the car is now powered by a 4.9L V8 engine with 485 hp (357) from the 2002 BMW M5. Three additional powerplant options are also offered: E39 M5 S62 / V8 / 400 hp, E92 M3 S65 / V8 / 418 hp and E60 M5 / V10 / 500 hp. Engine power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a 6-speed manual gearbox.

The engineers reassembled the entire engine, installed ARP bearings, new camshaft pulleys, and improved air flow on the intake and exhaust sections of the compression chamber. Also, discs and brake calipers were taken from the E60 M5 (front) and E39 M5 (rear) models.

The interior has been re-upholstered in yellow leather. A new two-zone air conditioner, a ZHP gear lever was installed, while the ceiling was made of Alcantara. The “Projekt 8” plaque located between the front seats emphasizes the importance of the car.

It is interesting that the car was for sale, but despite the offered price of 227,000 dollars, it was not sold because it did not reach the reserved price.

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Renner Projekt 8 based on the BMW 8 Series (E31)

Source: Renner Projekts

Tuning

Cadillac Escalade upgraded by Mansory

Mansory is well known for upgrading the world’s major automotive brands such as Porsche, BMW, Mercedes, etc., and now it has embarked on an adventure for the first time with the fifth-generation Cadillac Escalade, which premiered in 2020.

The car received several carbon body components, but what catches the eye at first sight are the impressive 26-inch black rims wrapped in 295/30 tires, which makes the 5.38-meter-long car look even bigger. As a reminder, the standard Escalade comes with 22-inch wheels wrapped in 275/50R22SL front and 275/50R22SL rear tires.

Cadillac Escalade is powered by a 6.2-liter V8 engine with 420 hp (309 kW) and 460 lb-ft (623 Nm) of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a 10-speed automatic transmission. However, thanks to the tuning, the car now has 455 hp (335 kW) and 479 lb-ft (650 Nm) of torque.

Also, Mansory has announced an upgrade of the Cadillac Escalade V-Series. It is powered by a 6.2-liter V8 engine with 682 hp (502 kW) and 653 lb-ft (885 Nm) of torque, so the engine power can be expected to exceed 700 hp (515 kW). More details will be known soon.

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Cadillac Escalade upgraded by Mansory

Source: Mansory

Tuning

SSR GT based on the Porsche 911 992 Turbo

The Porsche 911 is one of the most desirable cars to upgrade. So the German tuner SSR Performance presented a limited edition SSR GT based on the current Porsche 911 992 Turbo.

Porsche 992 Turbo is powered by a 3.8-liter twin-turbo flat-six engine with 572 hp (427 kW) at 6,750 rpm and 553 lb-ft (750 Nm) of torque. However, by improving the cooling system, upgrading the intake system, modifying the turbocharger, and using new software, the tuner increased the engine power to 848 hp (623 kW) and 701 lb-ft (950 Nm) of torque. The company did not release performance data, but it is known that the top speed is electronically limited to 338 km/h (210 mph).

The car received new aerodynamic solutions, which increased the downforce three times. It is also equipped with new shock absorbers with three front and four rear adjustments, new brake discs, Stahlflex hoses and an improved cooling system.

Only 10 examples of this car will be produced, and each owner will have the opportunity to personalize their own car.

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SSR GT based on the Porsche 911 992 Turbo

Source: SSR Performance