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X5 M Typhoon S based on the BMW X5 M

Since its premiere, the BMW X5 M has been considered the first SUV with the dynamics of a standard car, a combination of practicality and performance. It is a powerful car that has always attracted attention, especially from tuners who think they can make it better. One of them is G-Power which revealed its latest work based on this model, the X5 M Typhoon S.

The X5 M Typhoon S is powered by a 4.4-liter V8 engine with 800 hp (588 kW). That’s significantly more power than the standard X5 M model, which has 617 hp (454 kW) and 553 lb-ft (750 Nm) of torque. The equipment package includes a new stainless steel exhaust system, G-Power downpipe and carbon-coated tailpipes, and the car also received larger turbochargers.

In addition to more power, G-Power also equipped the car with a special body kit consisting of nine carbon aerodynamic parts that includes a new spoiler, wheel arch extensions, side skirts, rear diffuser and rear spoiler. There is also a height-adjustable suspension to lower the car by 40 mm at the front and 45 mm at the rear. There’s also a set of 23-inch Hurricane wheels wrapped in 315/25 R23 tires.

Inside, G-Power hasn’t changed anything. The dark interior has been retained, adorned with comfortable black seats, which will provide driving pleasure even on long distances.

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X5 M Typhoon S based on the BMW X5 M

Source: G-Power

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2018 Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster sold for $101,000 USD

After the SLS AMG model, at the 2014 Paris Motor Show Mercedes-AMG presented its new sports car, the Mercedes-AMG GT. It is the second sports car developed entirely in-house by this company. In 2017, the roadster version of this model, the Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster, arrived on the market, with the active air management system found on the GT R variant to help with cooling and airflow performance. It was produced until 2021, and one example, the 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster, recently sold for $101,000 USD.

Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster is powered by a twin-turbocharged 4.0L V8 engine with 469 hp (350 kW) and 465 lb-ft (630 Nm) of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and an electronically-controlled limited-slip differential. It reaches 62 mph in 3.8 seconds with a top speed of 188 mph (302 km/h). It is mounted on 19 and 20 inch forged AMG wheels wrapped in 265/35 (front) and 295/30 (rear) Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires.

This car is finished in black, has been properly maintained and is in good condition. It is equipped with a power-operated black soft top, LED headlights with Adaptive High-beam Assist, Parktronic sensors, a deployable rear spoiler, dual exhaust outlets exiting through the rear valance, sports suspension and AMG-branded calipers over cross-drilled and slotted rotors. In 2021, a Mercedes-Benz A-service was performed and the software of the control unit was updated.

Inside, the sports seats are covered in black leather with Red Pepper inserts. Black leather also covers the dashboard, door panels and central console, as well as the AMG Performance steering wheel. Additional equipment includes Distronic Plus adaptive cruise control, a Burmester audio system, a reverse camera, COMAND infotainment, Keyless Go, automatic climate control, and the Lane Tracking Package. The clock reads 2,959 miles.

The car has a clean Carfax report that shows no accidents or other damage. It comes with a window sticker, service records and a clean Florida title in the seller’s name.

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2018 Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster sold for $101,000 USD

Source: Bring a Trailer

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Unique AR Zagato Giulia SWB

Celebrating a century of collaboration between Alfa Romeo and Zagato, which began with the Giulia Quadrifoglio GTAm, the companies have unveiled a unique model, the AR Zagato Giulia SWB.

The car is based on a shortened platform of the standard Giulia, and its creation was the wish of an unnamed customer in Germany who is an avid collector of Zagato’s automotive creations. This time he suggested that he would like an Alfa whose exterior will be a reminder of the Alfa/Zagato models SZ and TZ.

This Coupé with two seats and two doors, under the carbon body, hides the mechanics from the most powerful and numerically limited edition of the Giulia Quadrifoglio, which bears the GTAm designation. It is powered by Ferrari’s 2.9-liter biturbo V6 engine with 540 hp (397 kW) and 443 lb-ft (600 Nm) of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a 6-speed manual transmission instead of the standard 8-speed automatic transmission from the Giulia GTAm, which was the customer’s wish.

The car has been delivered to the customer, and the performance and price data of this unique car have not been published.

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Unique AR Zagato Giulia SWB

Source: Alfa Romeo/Zagato