News, Tuning

2023 Alpina B8

If we talk about upgrading BMW models, Alpina is one of the undisputed tuners. Just seven days after the unveiling of the refreshed 8 Series, Alpina unveiled its upgraded version of the Gran Coupé 8 Series, the Alpina B8.

The Alpina B8 is powered by a turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 engine with 621 hp (457 kW) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to both axles via a ZF 8-speed automatic transmission. It reaches 62 mph in 3.4 seconds with a top speed of 201 mph (324 km / h).

The new Alpina B8, compared to the standard BMW 8 Series, has decent body changes. New owners will be able to choose between Portimao Blue, Sanremo Green, Skyscraper Gray, Frozen Pure Gray, or Frozen Tanzanite Blue body color. It is equipped with 21-inch forged aluminum rims wrapped in Pirella 245/35 (front) and 285/30 (rear) tires. At the same time, Alpina offers a 20-inch option that they consider more suitable for snow.

Inside, new leather upholstery and Alpina markings are just some of the accessories that adorn the car’s interior. In front of the driver, the old 10.25-inch dashboard has been replaced by a new 12.3-inch, and there’s a multifunction steering wheel upholstered in hand-stitched genuine leather.

The price of the BMW Gran Coupé 8 Series is 162,100 EUR, while the price of the upgraded model is not known.

Source: Alpina Automobiles

News, Tuning

Lada Niva Monster Is Better Than Ever

Half a year ago, the Russian car manufacturer LADA introduced the new Bronto model. German tuner ZUBR has shown that it can make the Niva an even better SUV, the Lada Niva Monster.

The Niva Monster is powered by a naturally aspirated 1.7-liter four-cylinder engine with 82 hp (62 kW) and 95 lb-ft (129 Nm) of torque. The power is transmitted to all wheels via a five-speed manual transmission.

The car is painted in matte green. It is equipped with an improved suspension that gives it an additional 150 mm distance from the ground, a new air intake, wider wheel arches for massive Hankook Dynapro MT tires and black bumpers, while a spare wheel is on the fifth door. The interior is done in green with comfortable seats and ZUBR inscription on the header.

The German tuner sells the upgraded Lada Niva Monster for just under 45,000 euros.

Source: ZUBR

Auctions, News

Porsche 911 Carrera RS RSH

Not many Porsche models have been given iconic status, such as the 911 Carrera RS 2.7. It was first presented at the Paris Motor Show in 1972, and one such example was sold at auction.

The Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 is powered by an air-cooled 2.7-liter flat six engine with 210 hp (154 kW) and 188 lb-ft (255 Nm) of torque. The engine is paired with a five-speed manual transmission. It reaches 60 mph in 5.6 seconds with a top speed of 150 mph (241 km / h).

After Porsche decided to join the FIA ​​Group 4 GT / Special Sports Car, special lists dictated that the company must produce 500 road examples. This is how the Carrera RS 2.7 model was created. After the world premiere the demand was great so all the cars produced were sold. This led Porsche to produce 1,025 new ones, including only 17 RSH models like this one.

The car has the original Light Ivory color, and has changed several owners so far. In the middle of the eighties, the current owner did a complete restoration. It is equipped with wider fenders, modified bumpers, a new exhaust system, the chassis and engine have been modified, all according to the original specifications.

Source: RMSothebys

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