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MHX5 700 based on the BMW M5 M

BMW M5 M is one of the best SUV models of the Bavarian company, with outstanding performance. However, for those who want more German tuner Manhart has introduced the MHX5 700 based on this car.

The car is finished in gray and numerous decorative strips in matte black and strikingly bright red, now give a more aggressive look. It is equipped with carbon elements such as a front spoiler, front air intake inserts, radiator grille kidneys, a rear diffuser, several skirt extensions and a two-piece spoiler under the rear window, two-piece side skirts and front wing accessories, exhaust pipes from BMW’s M Performance Parts, carbon mirror covers and a carbon spoiler on the roof.

The interior of the car has not been changed. The seats are upholstered in black leather, which also covers the door panels, dashboard, central console, and the multifunctional three-spoke steering wheel. New floor mats and gearshift paddles as well as carbon steering wheel trims were added.

The MHX5 700 is powered by a 4.4L twin-turbo V8 engine with 730 (537 kW) and 664 lb-ft (900 Nm) of torque. This significant increase in power was achieved thanks to the MHtronik powerbox and the installation of a stainless steel exhaust system with valve control. As a reminder, the BMW M5 M has 625 hp (460 kW) and 553 lb-ft (750 Nm) of torque. It sits on a set of Silk Matt Black 23″ Classic-Line Y-Spoke wheels wrapped in 315/25 ZR23 tires.

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MHX5 700 based on the BMW M5 M

Source: Manhart

Tuning

1983 VW Golf GTI with 400 HP

Among the many modified cars, YouTube channel AutoTopNL posted a video of a 1983 VW Golf GTI powered by a modified engine from a 2010 Golf R with 400 hp.

This old GTI has so much power and such short gears that first and second gears are almost useless. Only in the third gear does the power become useful, but even then the driver must keep a tight grip on the car and constantly make corrections on the steering wheel. Also, the hood cover is not strong enough to withstand high speeds, so during violent acceleration it partially separates, so the driver has to stop to close it. The side mirrors are not designed for high speed, so they “close”.

If you’re wondering what kind of engine is under the hood, well, this Golf GTI is powered by a modified 2.0L four-cylinder turbo gasoline engine with 400 hp (294 kW), and it provides an impressive driving experience. The original GTI was powered by a 1.8L four-cylinder petrol engine, before it was removed.

The car was tested on the autobahn, and after several attempts to reach top speed, the Golf GTI’s speedometer stopped at what appears to be its maximum of 239 km/h (149 mph).

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1983 VW Golf GTI with 400 HP

Source: AutoTopNL via YouTube

Tuning

P900 based on Mercedes-AMG G63

The Mercedes-AMG G63 is one of the best SUV cars from the German manufacturer, but also a car that many tuners are trying to make better. One of them is Mansory whose latest work P900 is based on this model.

Inspired by the desert, the car is finished in Sand Desert Gloss with contrasting forged carbon parts such as the hood, rear wing and other details. The interior is also decorated with a shade of sand, but it is slightly more orange compared to the exterior. The SUV is mounted on black 24-inch wheels.

The P900 is powered by a 4.0L biturbo V8 engine with 900 hp (661 kW) and 885 lb-ft (1,200 Nm) of torque. A significant increase in power compared to the standard SUV, which has 585 hp (430 kW) and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm) of torque. The engine is paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission that transmits power to all wheels. It reaches 62 mph in 3.5 seconds with a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).

Recently, Mercedes announced that it has produced 500,000 examples of the G-Class since 1979, and on this occasion it presented a retro-looking example. Mercedes will also refresh the current G63 model, and spy photos show the SUV under development, which will have a redesigned front and rear fascia, headlights with new graphics, and the interior could get the latest MBUX infotainment technology.

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P900 based on Mercedes-AMG G63

Source: Mercedes