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964 Classic RSR is a modified Porsche 964

DP Motorsport has extensive experience working with classic Porsche 911 models, and has now introduced the 964 Classic RSR. It is a restored and modified Porsche 964.

Handcrafted body components, made from a lightweight blend of carbon fiber and Kevlar, were used in the construction. New front bumpers, shock absorber mounts, rear side glass, distinctive hood, doors with green Plexiglas, new roof were installed, and KW suspension was installed, which improved the handling and additionally lowered the car. It is finished in Stonegrey with decorative lines in Burgundy red.

The interior is covered with Alcantara, and a roll cage and four-point Schroth belts are installed. In front of the driver, there is a Momo sports steering wheel, a light dashboard, and perforated pedals have been abandoned.

The original engine was replaced, so now the Classic RSR is powered by a 3.8 L flat-six engine with 320 hp (235 kW) and 280 lb-ft (380 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a revised G50 five-speed manual transmission with limited-slip differential. It is mounted on a set of 15-inch Fuchs forged wheels wrapped in 225/50 R 15 (front) and 285/40 R 15 (rear) Michelin. “TB5” tires.

Source: DP Motorsport

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2023 Ford Ranger Platinum with special equipment kit

After the recent presentation of the Ford Ranger, the American car manufacturer presented the most luxurious edition of this model, the Ranger Platinum, for the European market.

The car differs from the rest of the family in some parts of the exterior, such as the front mask, new LED lights integrated into the matrix LED light assembly, which is standard in the new equipment package. There is also a soft-closing system for the cargo area door, tinted glass, leather seats with ten-way electronic adjustment and cooling and heating functions. The interior is decorated with sophisticated ambient lighting.

The Ranger Platinum has also received a host of additional equipment such as advanced driver assistance systems including active parking system, blind spot warning system, side traffic warning system, trailer monitoring system, lane departure warning system and 360° camera.

Under the hood is a 3.0 L turbocharged V6 engine with 247 hp (184 kW) and 443 lb-ft (600 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a 10-speed automatic transmission.

Besides this pickup model, Ford in its range has Ranger Raptor, Ranger, Wildtrak, Ranger Limited, Ranger XL and Ranger XLT.

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Source: Ford

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Manhart MH5 GTR based on the BMW M5 CS

The German tuner Menhart has once again shown that it is the best when it comes to upgrading BMW cars. Ahead of the arrival of the new generation BMW 5 Series, Manhart took the opportunity to present the MH5 GTR based on the current BMW M5 CS (Competition Sport) model.

The MH5 GTR is finished in dark green with a gray decal set on both sides of the car as well as the entire length of the body. It is equipped with carbon front and rear spoilers, MANHART stainless steel exhaust system with valve control, four 100 mm tailpipes, MANHART Variant 4 coilover suspension by KW Suspensions, and Race tailpipes without catalytic converters, OPF Delete replacement pipes with 200-cell HJS catalytic converters and a MANHART OPF/GPF Deleter available on request. It sits on 21-inch aluminum wheels wrapped in 265/30 ZR21 (front) and 305/25 ZR21 (rear) Michelin tires.

Inside, the original interior decorated with the Manhart inscription has been retained. The carbon fiber sports seats are covered in black and red leather while the steering wheel is wrapped in Alcantara. Black leather also covers the door panels and dashboard. In the central part of the dashboard there is a 12.3-inch infotainment system screen.

When it comes to the powertrain, the MH5 GTR is powered by a 4.4-liter biturbo V8 engine with 788 hp (589 kW) and 690 lb-ft (935 Nm) of torque. A significant increase in power was achieved by installing a carbon air intake and the proven MHtronik auxiliary control unit. For the record, the standard M5 CS has 635 hp (467 kW) and 553 lb-ft (750 Nm) of torque.

The performance of the MH5 GTR has not been released, but it is known that the M5 CS reaches 62 mph in 3.0 seconds with a top speed of 189 mph (305 km/h).

Source: Manhart

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