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Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport 25

Porsche has produced a limited edition race car that costs $ 620,000. It is a special model Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport 25 made on the occasion of 25 years of majority ownership in the company Manthey-Racing GmbH.

The Clubsport 25 is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter six-cylinder engine with 690 hp. Power is delivered to the rear wheels thanks to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

Clubsport 25 is based on the 911 generation model (911 GT2 RS Clubsport). The inspiration for the design was found in the 911 GT3 R. It is painted in “Grello” color, which is a combination of green and yellow. It has a new carbon fiber hood, a new engine and brake cooling system and a large rear wing. The interior is the same as the previous model, with a Recaro seat.

Managing Director of Manthey-Racing GmbH, Nicolas Raeder said:

“With the special model 911 GT2 RS Clubsport 25, designed by us and developed together with Porsche Motorsport, we have reached another milestone in the 25-year history of Manthey. It expresses our guiding principle, ‘Closer to Perfection’, in an exemplary way. With every single modification, the technical function was clearly in the foreground. That is why the 911 GT2 RS Clubsport 25 has its very own character, which also reflects our brand values: straightforwardness and meticulousness, flexibility and uncompromising attitude. “

30 copies will be produced, of which only 6 for the U.S., and delivery should begin early next year. The price of the 911 GT2 RS Clubsport 25 model is $ 620,000 (€ 525,000).

Source: Manthey-Racing

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BT63 GT2 Concept – Brabham Automotive Racing Car

The BT63 GT2 Concept is the work of Brabham Automotive. With this model, which should come at the end of the year, the company has increased the number of its race cars.

This race car is based on the BT62 model, and was made with the company’s intention, together with the SRO Motorsports Group, to compete in the GT2 European Series from 2022. The Concept will debut on the Fanatec GT2 European series in early October this year.

“We are delighted that Brabham Automotive will be making its debut in the Fanatec GT2 European Series in October this year. I would personally like to welcome back David Brabham to an SRO promoted series, especially with the superb Brabham BT63 GT2 Concept, a car bearing his name. The BT63 GT2 will be a great addition to the SRO GT2 category, and will contribute to the continued growth and success of the series, ”said the founder and CEO of SRO Motorsports Group, Stephane Ratel.

The GT2 Concept uses the same platform as the BT62R, but with a better aerodynamic package, spoiler and diffuser. It is about 300 kg heavier than the BT62 (975 kg). It is powered by a 5.4-liter V8 engine with 600 hp which is less than the BT62 which delivers 700 hp 492 lb-ft (677 Nm) of torque.

For $ 474,000 (€ 400,000), which is the price of the BT63 GT2 Concept, you get a performance package with full factory-backed support.

Source: Brabham Automotive

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McLaren Albert Speedtail with 1,035 hp

At the car event, Sunset Plaza in Los Angeles, McLaren will unveil its new supercar. It is a McLaren Albert Speedtail model with 1,035 hp and a top speed of 250 mph.

The exterior of the car is the work of McLaren Special Operations (MSO). Their workers spent 12 weeks applying the paint from a dark shade at the front to a light shade at the back. The car was ordered by a McLaren dealer from Beverly Hills who said:

“As one of the very last Speedtails to be built at the McLaren Production Center, it was very important to us at McLaren Beverly Hills that Albert honors the brand’s rich heritage, particularly paying tribute to the icon that is the McLaren F1.”

The car is named after the McLaren F1 test mule, named after Albert Drive in England. MSO managing director Ansar Ali said:

“The name Albert has a special resonance with MSO, as we’re the custodians of the McLaren F1 and are based at the Albert Drive premises that McLaren Cars occupied in the 1990s.”

The McLaren Albert Speedtail is one of the few three-seater supercars. It is powered by a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine with 1,035 hp (722 kW).

The public presentation of the Albert Speedtail will take place on August 8th.

Source: McLaren

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