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2023 BMW i7 M70 xDrive with 660 HP

April 20, 2023 Francis Mitterrand

Following last year’s unveiling of the new BMW 7 Series and BMW i7, the Bavarian automaker now presents a more powerful production edition of the electric model, the BMW i7 M70 xDrive. The sale is planned for the beginning of summer.

The i7 M70 xDrive is powered by two electric motors with a total power of 660 hp (485 kW) and 811 lb-ft (1,100 Nm) of torque. That’s enough power for the 5.39-meter and 2,700-kilogram luxury sedan to reach 62 mph (100 km/h) in 3.7 seconds with an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). It is equipped with a 105.7 kWh battery set that provides a range of up to 560 kilometers with a single charge. It takes 34 minutes to charge from 10 to 80 percent on fast chargers.

The M department prepared a refined integral drive system for the i7 M70 xDrive, as well as a refined control system over both axles and an adaptive air suspension with electronically controlled shock absorbers and stabilizers. The goal: To be as manageable as any M model and as comfortable as a Rolls-Royce. New brakes are installed, hidden behind aerodynamically optimized 21-inch aluminum wheels.

The car is also equipped with Max Range, which, by turning off certain electrical consumers and reducing the power of the electric motor and the speed of movement (up to 90 km/h), helps in maximum energy saving. If the driver finds himself in a situation where instead of the planned location (if the charger is not working) he has to look for a new location to recharge the batteries.

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EV, News

Modified Porsche 964

April 20, 2023 Francis Mitterrand

The British company Everrati, which restores and modifies existing classic and iconic cars, presented its new work, the electric Porsche 911 964. The car was built for one of the founders of Google Nest, Matt Rogers.

Everrati didn’t want to ruin the original design, so they decided to keep the standard look with some positive changes. This included the installation of new body panels made of carbon fiber, which also reduced the car’s weight. Special attention is drawn to the spoiler in the form of a duck tail at the back, as well as a new set of wheels.

The Porsche 964 is powered by an electric motor with 500 hp (367 kW) and 359 lb-ft (500 Nm) of torque. It is equipped with a 62kWh battery pack that provides a range of approximately 200 miles (320 kilometers).

It is equipped with Quaife ATB Torque biasing differential, heated front seats, full navigation, DAB+, Bluetooth®, Apple Car Play™ and a new heating and air conditioning system.

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Source: Everrati

Auctions, News

1966 Ferrari 330 GTC is up for auction

April 19, 2023 Francis Mitterrand

In 1963, Ferrari presented a series of V12 powered automobiles in several versions: 2+2 GT Coupé, two-seat Berlinetta, spyder, and race car. Three years later, at the Geneva Motor Show, the company presents a two-seater coupé with a Pininfarina-designed body, the Ferrari 330 GTC. It was produced until 1968, and 598 units left the production line. One of them, a 1966 Ferrari 330 GTC is up for auction.

The Ferrari 330 GTC is powered by a 4.0-liter Tipo 209 V12 engine with 300 hp (220 kW). Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a torque tube and a rear-mounted five-speed manual gearbox. It reaches 60 mph in under seven seconds with a top speed of 150 mph (242 km/h). It is mounted on chrome Borrani wire wheels wrapped in 205VR14 Michelin XWX tires.

Four years ago, Forza Motors (Monterey) replaced the cylinder sleeves, pistons, connecting rods, main and rods, timing chains and valve springs. The triple Weber carburetors were rebuilt and the cooling, ignition and fuel system were refreshed, costing over $98,000. A year later, electronic ignition was added and the timing was adjusted, while the carburetors were synced.

This car is finished in red and is in good condition. It is equipped with split front and rear bumpers, front fender vents, a driver-side mirror, a rear-mounted antenna, red rear turn signal lenses, quad ANSA exhaust outlets, servo-assisted disc brakes with three-piston calipers at each corner.

Inside, the seats are trimmed in black leather that also covers the dashboard and door panels. In front of the driver is a wood-rimmed steering wheel behind which is a five-digit odometer showing 43,666 kilometers (~27k miles). Additional equipment includes a cream-color fluted headliner, wood dash trim, black shoulder belts, leather rear luggage straps, air conditioning, power windows and a set of red floor mats.

This Ferrari 330 GTC comes with invoices from current ownership, owner’s manuals, a tool kit, and a clean Arizona title in the name of the owner’s trust listing the car as a 1967 model.

The auction ends on April 28 and the current highest bid is $395,000 USD.

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