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Mansory Wraps the Electric Rolls-Royce Spectre in Gold

Mansory has never been a brand for the faint-hearted, and its latest creation proves once again that subtlety is not part of the brief. Based on the Rolls-Royce Spectre, the German tuner’s newest project is called Equista Linea d’Oro, a name that hints strongly at what defines this car more than anything else: an unapologetic celebration of gold.

At first glance, the front end sets the tone. The Spectre’s fascia has been completely reworked and finished entirely in gold, transforming the already imposing Rolls-Royce presence into something closer to rolling jewelry. Even the iconic Spirit of Ecstasy has not escaped Mansory’s attention, now reimagined as a transparent gold figurine that glows with an almost surreal sense of excess.

The hood is new as well, crafted from forged carbon fiber and distinguished by large, golf ball-like flakes embedded in the material. This forged carbon and “golf” theme continues along the flanks of the car, where oversized carbon panels dominate the front side sections and a matching visual line stretches elegantly from nose to tail. Gold accents punctuate the design throughout, with door handles and window surrounds shimmering like precious metal in a display case.

Lower down, the drama intensifies rather than fades. Gold and carbon elements are layered onto the side sills, wrapped around the taillights, integrated into the rear diffuser, and even applied to the spoiler. Completing the exterior statement are massive 24-inch forged wheels, finished in gold to ensure nothing about the Equista Linea d’Oro goes unnoticed.

Inside, Mansory has treated the Spectre’s cabin with the same philosophy. Every seat is trimmed in plush white leather, offset by gold piping and stitching that reinforce the car’s ultra-luxury theme. White seat belts add another visual contrast, while carbon fiber and gold dominate the dashboard, center tunnel, and steering wheel. The attention to detail borders on theatrical: gold speaker grilles, gold switches and buttons, and even door umbrellas fitted with gold handles underline the extent of the transformation.

Mechanically, the Spectre remains true to its original identity. As an all-electric Rolls-Royce, its battery and motors are left untouched, preserving the serene, silent performance that defines the model. However, Mansory could not resist adding one final, unconventional twist. Mounted beneath the rear bumper is a set of external speakers designed to emit artificial petrol engine sounds, a provocative nod to combustion theatrics in an otherwise whisper-quiet electric grand tourer.

The Mansory Rolls-Royce Spectre Equista Linea d’Oro is not about restraint or tradition. It is a bold statement piece, engineered to divide opinion and command attention wherever it goes. For some, it will be the ultimate expression of bespoke luxury; for others, a step too far. Either way, Mansory has once again ensured that looking away is not an option.

Source: Mansory

Tuning

Brabus XL 800 Cabrio: When a G-Wagen Just Isn’t Wild Enough

Just when you think the automotive world has reached peak madness, Brabus decides to cut the roof off a Mercedes-AMG G 63—twice—and turn it into something even more outrageous than the factory ever imagined. Say hello to the Brabus 800 Cabrio and XL 800 Cabrio, two open-air titans built in strictly limited runs of 50 units each, complete with “Masterpiece” interiors and the unmistakable stance of a luxury super-truck.

A G-Class With Its Roof Off? Brabus Says: Why Not.

Brabus didn’t simply unbolt the top. The company “hacked” the G-Class open at the C-pillar and engineered a retractable soft-top roof made from more than 500 newly developed components. It takes 20 seconds to open or close, creating what the tuner calls a “unique open-air experience.”

A carbon-fiber roof bow stabilizes the structure and helps with sound deadening, while a steel roll bar at the rear takes care of safety duties. The result is a convertible SUV that looks equal parts luxury yacht and armored personnel carrier.

Two Flavors of Excess

Both models wear Brabus’s signature widebody treatment and gigantic 24-inch wheels, but their personalities are completely different.

800 Cabrio: The Road Weapon

The standard 800 Cabrio leans toward on-road performance. It rides lower, wears high-performance rubber, and sports exposed carbon elements that make it look something like a convertible G-Class that wants to star in its own music video.

XL 800 Cabrio: Portal-Axle Insanity

The XL 800 Cabrio, though, is the wilder sibling. Thanks to portal axles and a skyscraping 18.9 inches of ground clearance, it isn’t just made to look off-road capable—it genuinely is. Brabus says it’s “mainly designed for phenomenal off-road capabilities,” and with those axles and all-terrain tires, there’s little reason to doubt it.

789 Horsepower of Roof-Down Fury

Under both hoods lives an uprated 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 pushing 789 horsepower and 1,000 Nm of torque.

The lighter, road-oriented 800 Cabrio rockets from 0–62 mph in 4.0 seconds and tops out at 150 mph. The taller, knobbier XL version does the sprint in 4.6 seconds, which is absurd given its ground clearance—and even more absurd considering it can likely do that on dirt, sand, gravel, or anything else you point it at.

Open-Air Luxury, the Brabus Way

Inside, both cabs are drenched in Brabus’s so-called “Masterpiece” treatment: ornate leatherwork, bold colors, and enough stitching to upholster a small boutique hotel. The headrests feature neck-level heating to keep passengers warm during winter roof-down cruises—because if you’re spending this much money, you’d better be able to use the thing all year.

Prices That Make a G 63 Look Like a Bargain

If you thought the standard AMG G 63 was already at the top of the food chain, think again.

  • The Brabus 800 Cabrio starts at €761,500 (around £670,000 before tax).
  • The XL 800 Cabrio begins at €887,600 (around £780,000).

For perspective, a factory G 63 starts from roughly £185,000. That means the Brabus convertibles cost at least £485,000 more—a premium you pay for exclusivity, engineering lunacy, and the sheer joy of driving a roofless super-G that nobody else on your street (or probably your country) will have.

Source: Brabus

Tuning

Stradale Modena Turns the Jeep Wrangler Into a Brabus-Style Street Monster

When you hear the name Stradale Modena, your mind might jump straight to the Ferrari 360 Challenge Stradale—loud, raw, red, and very early-2000s. But this Stradale Modena has nothing to do with Maranello’s track special. Instead, this Italian outfit from Emilia-Romagna has picked a very different canvas for its high-end sculpting: the Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator.

Yes, Italy is now building its own answer to Brabus—but for Jeeps.

Brabus Energy, Boxy American Canvas

Stradale Modena specializes in turning the Wrangler and Gladiator into aggressive, wide-bodied street bruisers. Its lineup consists of the GTX package for the Wrangler and the Xtrema treatment for the Gladiator.

Both kits come with a familiar but effective visual formula:

  • A deeper front bumper with oversized air intakes
  • Wide fenders that exaggerate the already-square silhouette
  • LED roof lights
  • A rear spoiler
  • A sportier rear bumper with an integrated diffuser
  • Four tailpipes—because subtlety is not the mission

If the shapes look a bit Brabus-like, that’s by design. The intake geometry and ventilation cutouts echo the German tuner’s aesthetic, made even clearer with a custom grille featuring a circular emblem and an optional hood scoop. Customers can spec piano-black or carbon-fiber trim to crank up the attitude.

Bigger Wheels, Stiffer Suspension, Louder Attitude

Both the Wrangler GTX and Gladiator Xtrema ride on aftermarket wheels wrapped in 35-inch tires, though 37s are available for those who want the towering stance of a desert marauder. Suspension is stiffened, the exhaust is custom, and the entire package leans more toward urban intimidation than off-road exploration.

Powertrain: From Stock Jeep to Hellcat Fury

Under the hood, buyers can keep the familiar Jeep options—

  • 2.0-liter turbo four (Wrangler)
  • 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 (Wrangler and Gladiator)

But if you’re already spending six figures on a wide-body Italian-tuned Jeep, chances are you’re not stopping at a four-banger.

Stradale Modena offers two V8 upgrades:

  • 6.4-liter Hemi 392
  • 6.2-liter Hellcat V8, supercharged, pushing 717 hp

That last one turns these boxy machines into straight-line hooligans. A Hellcat-powered Wrangler isn’t subtle, but it would make your morning commute considerably more interesting.

Inside: Alcantara, Leather, Carbon, and More Tech

The cabin receives a full makeover with leather and Alcantara surfaces, contrast stitching, and carbon-fiber trim. Optional upgrades include a new infotainment system, high-end audio, and additional driver-assistance features—because if you’re paying super-SUV money, you should at least get the toys.

Prices That Climb Into Brabus Territory

Exclusivity doesn’t come cheap:

  • Wrangler GTX: from €97,000
  • Gladiator Xtrema: from €100,000

Add a V8:

  • Hemi 392: +€34,500
  • Hellcat: +€78,800

Load everything—carbon bits, 37-inch wheels, full interior, electronics—and your Jeep can soar to:

  • €292,680 (Wrangler GTX)
  • €294,480 (Gladiator Xtrema)

That’s deep into luxury-SUV money, though still a step below a fully-optioned Brabus G-Class.

Global Ambition, Italian Soul

Stradale Modena operates out of Emilia-Romagna but has partnerships in the Middle East and West Africa, allowing customers in those regions to order and complete builds locally. The strategy is clear: become the Brabus of Jeeps, globally.

The Stradale Modena Wrangler and Gladiator packages aren’t for purists, off-road traditionalists, or bargain hunters. They’re for people who love the idea of a Jeep—but want it angrier, louder, wider, and dressed in Italian tailoring.

It’s unapologetically extravagant. And honestly? We kind of love that.

Source: Stradale Modena