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Porsche 356 Speedster restored by Porsche Santa Clarita

Porsche Santa Clarita restored the 1955 model, the Porsche 356 Speedster. It is part of the 2021 Porsche Restoration Challenger project.

The car was bought from the owner who used it as a race car for the last 50 years. The Reutter Karosserie body is painted in greenish blue with elegantly placed headlights at the front and a louvered decklid at the back.

After the modification, the 356 Speedster is equipped with chrome bumpers, shaved rocker moldings and taillights, 15 “front and 16” rear wheels painted in gold, factory exhaust pipes.

Inside, the seats are upholstered in a combination of red leather and fabric. A traditional two-spoke steering wheel and new floor coverings have been installed. The complete restoration was overseen by Galpin President and Chief Operating Officer, Beau Boeckmann.

The Porsche 356 Speedster is powered by a 1600 SC engine with 95 hp at 5,800 rpm. The drive is transmitted to the rear wheels by a 519 transaxle.

Source: Porsche Santa Clarita

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BMW X6 M F96

German tuner company Hamman has improved the performance of the BMW X6 M model, making it more attractive and more powerful. It is a model called the BMW X6 M F96 Hamman.

The new X6 M Hamman has a wider body kit, a carbon fiber bonnet, a larger front spoiler for better airflow and a 23-inch set of monoblock wheels. A new exhaust system with two 120 mm centrally placed pipes has been installed, with a sport silencer integrated into the rear diffuser. The car has an adjustable suspension and new springs with which the SUV can be lowered by 35 mm.

The interior is made in a sporty style, with a 12-piece set of carbon ornaments and Alcantara. The roof liner, spanned with Alcantara has discreet LED ambient lighting that changes color, reminiscent of the starry sky.

The tuned model is based on the X6 M with 555 hp (408 kW) and 502 lb-ft (680 Nm) of torque. Now, the 4.4-liter bi-turbo V8 engine delivers 620 hp (456 kW) and 553 lb-ft (750 Nm) of torque. It reaches 62 mph in 4.2 seconds with a top speed of 180 mph (290 km / h).

Source: Hamman Motorsport

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Nissan Z with retro design and 400 hp

Nissan has unveiled its new model, the Nissan Z. This retro-designed sports car will run a 3.0-liter V6 engine with 400 hp, and will be produced in two versions: Sport and Performance.

Ever since the first introduction of the 370 Z model, 13 years ago, the Nissan Z series has not changed much. The intention was not only to build a more powerful and agile car, but also to become one with the driver.

Inspired by a ’69 model, the Nissan Z got a reinforced body and a redesigned suspension, but retained the bonnet and a more subtle rear spoiler. The grille and LED lights are taken from the Z Proto model, and new shock absorbers have been installed to ensure better stability.

With a focus on the driver, the interior is designed in a blend of comfort and technology. The seats are upholstered in black leather or fabric. An 8-inch touchscreen infotainment screen is located in the center of the dashboard, while a 9-inch touch screen is available in the Performance model.

The Nissan Z will be powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine with 400 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque, with a water-cooled intercooler. It is equipped with a six-speed manual transmission that transmits power to the rear wheels. There will also be a nine-speed automatic transmission (optional).

Sport Brakes with 4-piston calipers will ensure safe braking and stopping. The Sport model will use 18 “wheels with 248/45 tires, while the Performance will have 19” wheels with 255/40 tires at the front and 275/35 tires at the rear.

The car will go on sale early next year, and it is currently unknown how much it will cost.

Source: Nissan

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