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Mercedes-AMG SL

The first Mercedes-Benz SL (Sport Leicht) was introduced back in 1954, and 67 years later, the seventh generation of one of the longest-lived models, the Mercedes-AMG SL, arrived on the scene.

Based on the new platform, the Mercedes-AMG SL will continue where the AMG GT Roadster model left off. Also, Mercedes returned to the traditional solution, giving up the hard folding roof. The new SL will only be offered in combination with a three-layer canvas folding roof. It takes 15 seconds to raise / lower the roof, and the procedure can be performed at speeds up to 60 km / h. This reduced the weight of the sports four-seater by an additional 21 kilograms.

The new SL is offered for the first time with an adaptive 4Matic + drivetrain and steering system that includes a rear axle. It will be offered in two versions, SL 55 4Matic + and SL 63 4Matic +, and will be powered by the same 4-liter biturbo V8 engine. The base version will have 469 hp (350 kW) and 512 lb-ft (694 Nm) of torque. The engine is paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission through which power is transmitted to all wheels. It reaches 62 mph in 3.9 seconds with a top speed of 183 mph (295 km / h).

The more powerful version (SL 63 4Matic +) will have 577 hp (430 kW) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a nine-speed automatic transmission. It reaches 62 mph in 3.6 seconds with a top speed of 196 mph (315 km / h).

Source: Mercedes-Benz

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Manhart MHX3 600

German tuning company Manhart Performance, which specializes in BMW models, has introduced the MHX3 600, based on the BMW X3 M model.

The body is painted in matte dark blue with gray Manhart stickers. A multitude of carbon accessories like the air intake trim, side wings, side mirrors, rear diffuser and splitter are just some of the parts that adorn the look of the high-performance SUV. There’s also a stainless steel exhaust system with valve control, downpipes with 300-cell catalytic converters, four carbon-tailpipes and H&R springs that lowers the car by 30 millimeters.

The MANHART MHX3 600 is powered by a 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine with 635 hp (467 kW) and 579 lb-ft (785 Nm) of torque. Compared to the standard BMW X3 M which has 510 hp (375 kW) and 479 lb-ft (650 Nm) of torque, it is an increase in power of 125 hp (92 kW) and 99 lb-ft (135 Nm). This is made possible thanks to the MHtronic control unit.

It rides on 21-inch wheels with 265/35 ZR21 (front) and 305/30 ZR21 (rear) tires. Manhart also offers Alpina 22-inch wheels with gold rim decorations, and 255/35 ZR22 (front) and 295/30 ZR22 (rear) tires.

Only 10 units of this model will be produced, and the price of the upgrade costs € 118,000.

Source: Manhart Performance

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Evantra Pura with 761 hp

Almost a decade ago, the Italian company Mazzanti Automobili presented its first Evantra model. Now this model has got its successor in a limited edition, the Evantra Pura.

The elegant style hyper car is completely designed and built in Italy. Each part was handmade, and special attention was paid to detail and quality. This primarily applies to the interior, which is “tailored” in natural leather and the finest materials. Buyers will have the opportunity to customize the car’s interior to their own style.

It is equipped with McPherson suspension (adjustable suspension optional), 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels with Michelin 255/35 R19 (front) and 315/30 R20 (rear) tires, 380 mm Brembo brake discs with 6 pistons calipers.

The Evantra Pura is powered by a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine with 761 hp (560 kW) and 671 lb-ft (910 Nm) of torque. That is significantly less power than the most powerful version from 2018. The weight of the car is also reduced by 90 kg, so the 1,290 kg car reaches 62 mph (100 km / h) in 2.9 seconds with a top speed of 224 mph (360 km / h). The engine is paired with a seven-speed automatic transmission.

Production is limited to only five units and the price is available on request.

Source: Mazzanti Automobili

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