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Manhart RQ 800

A few months ago, Manhart introduced the Manhart RQ 900 based on the Audi RS Q8. Now, Manhart engineers have gone further, as they have created the Manhart RQ 800 for a growing audience that prefers “super sports cars in the body of an SUV”.

Manhart has equipped the RQ 800 with a new intercooler, carbon intake, stainless steel exhaust system, four 100 mm ceramic-coated or carbon fiber exhaust pipes. There are also sports downpipes with 200-cell catalytic converters, as well as a remapped ECU.

The car is mounted on 24-inch gold-decorated rims wrapped in 295/30 ZR24 (front) and 355/25 ZR24 (rear) tires. Manhart air suspension allows the vehicle to lower by 30-40 mm.

The RQ 800 is powered by a standard 4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine with 818 hp (602 kW) and 774 lb-ft (1,050 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a recalibrated eight-speed automatic transmission. As a reminder, the Audi RS Q8 has 600 hp (441 kW) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm). Reaches 62 mph in less than four seconds with a top speed of 190 mph (305 kph).

Source: Manhart Performance

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Lancia Delta Safarista

Three years ago, Manifattura Automobili Torino introduced a modern version of the 1989 Delta Integrale, the Lancia Delta Futurista. The car was produced in only 20 units. Those who missed the chance now have the opportunity to buy a Lancia Delta Safarista.

The car is based on the Lancia Delta Integrale, with a slightly different approach. The two-tone bodywork was inspired by the Lancia Delta, which won the 1988 Safari Rally. The hatchback is equipped with new lightweight rims with carbon covers on the front wheels, red fenders at all four corners, modified bumpers and special side mirrors reminiscent of the original, and the rear doors have been removed.

The interior is bare. The driver is placed in deep seats surrounded by a protective cage with red belts at four points. In front of the driver, there is a small monitor on the dashboard. The driver has a hydraulic parking brake at his disposal.

Although not confirmed, under the hood will be an upgraded 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine with 330 hp (243 kW), probably paired with a reinforced sequential gearbox, a new differential and a main axle.

The car will cost around $ 644,000 and only 10 units will be produced.

Source: Manifattura Automobili Torino

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Range Rover SV with more than 1.5 million customization options

Two months ago, the fifth generation of the British icon was introduced, and Land Rover did not wait long to offer customers the latest Range Rover in the SV version with more than 1.5 million customization options.

What sets the Range Rover SV apart from other models are the ceramic elements on the body and in the cabin. The range of body colors has been expanded to an additional 14 colors, including matte options. Particularly demanding customers can get the Range Rover SV in any existing color / shade.

The car will come with standard and increased wheelbase, and there will be seven versions of 23-inch alloy wheels on offer. It will be powered by a 4.4-liter petrol V8 engine that, thanks to a mechanical compressor, produces 530 hp (390 kW) and 553 lb-ft (750 Nm) of maximum torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via an eight-speed automatic transmission.

Currently, the price of the Range Rover SV model is unknown. The car has been announced for 2023, and buyers will be able to start booking their cars in early 2022.

Source: Land Rover

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