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- Video: Track to Street: Corvette Racing Series, Episode 11
- First official image of the 2012 Nissan GT-R facelift
- First Cosworth Impreza STI CS400 delivered
- Volkswagen NMS to debut at 2011 Detroit Auto Show
- Rolls-Royce Bespoke Models
- Lotus Elan
- Lotus Eterne
- Lotus Elise
- Lotus Esprit
- Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 C6R
| Video: Track to Street: Corvette Racing Series, Episode 11 Posted: 30 Sep 2010 04:00 PM PDT
Lets take a little brake from all the Paris Auto Show news and turn our attention to the eleventh episode of the "Corvette Racing Series." In this latest episode fans speak their mind and express their affection for the Chevrolet Corvette and the Corvette Racing team. Of course we still have racing Corvette, revving engines and incredible sounds in the background, but you will also see famous people talking about their love for the Corvette! The 2010 season marks Corvette Racing's 12th year in international road racing. The team made its competition debut in February 1999 in the Daytona 24-hour race, finishing third and 12th. From that modest start, Corvette Racing has become one of the world's most successful production sports car teams, winning eight consecutive ALMS GT1 manufacturers and team championships and seven straight ALMS GT1 drivers' titles. Episode 1-10 after the jump. Video: Track to Street: Corvette Racing Series, Episode 11 originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 30 September 2010 16:00 EST.
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| First official image of the 2012 Nissan GT-R facelift Posted: 30 Sep 2010 03:25 PM PDT Nissan made quite an interesting move at the Paris Auto Show. They brought the 2012 Nissan GT-R, showed it to the press and put an official image of the car o their press page. What about the official details? They will be revealed in the next two weeks. So, what we can tell you is something you already now: the facelift GT-R will get a restyled front bumper that improves the GT-R's aerodynamic performance from 0.272 to 0.268. A redesigned rear diffuser also improves the rear downforce with almost 10%. Also new for 2012, the Nissan GT-R gets two new exterior colors: Aurora Flare Blue Pearl (color code RAY) and Nebula Opal Black (color code GAG). Also, it is rumored that the GT-R will deliver a total of 500 HP. The new GT-R will go on sale in 2011 and will be offered in all major markets: Europe, USA and Japan. First official image of the 2012 Nissan GT-R facelift originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 30 September 2010 15:25 EST.
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| First Cosworth Impreza STI CS400 delivered Posted: 30 Sep 2010 03:00 PM PDT When Cosworth unveiled the Impreza STI CS400, they announced only 75 customers will have the chance to drive one. First customer is already enjoying his CS400. His name is Edwards and comes from Chipping Camden, Gloucestershire and paid £49,995 for it. The car will deliver an impressive 400PS (395 hp) at 5750rpm and will make the 0 to 60 mph sprint in 3.7 seconds. This is an impressive task compared to the standard Impreza WRX STI at 300PS / 296bhp at 6,000rpm with a 5.2 second sprint. "As a huge Impreza fan I'm thrilled to be the first to take delivery of the ultimate incarnation of the model line," enthused Edwards. "The CS400 is everything I'd hoped it'd be and more. The performance is simply astounding and to know I'm one of just 75 people in the world to own one… well, it's a very special feeling." Press release after the jump. First Cosworth Impreza STI CS400 delivered originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 30 September 2010 15:00 EST.
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| Volkswagen NMS to debut at 2011 Detroit Auto Show Posted: 30 Sep 2010 02:00 PM PDT Volkswagen of America revealed today new renderings of the future New Midsize Sedan (NMS). Also, it has been confirmed that the official debut will be made at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show. The renderings focus on the new model’s distinctive German design and progressive body styling. The front view shows the strong hood lines and integration of the new Volkswagen design language across the face of the vehicle. The side view introduces the broad C-pillar and strong shoulder line, as well as the distinctive three window segments. In addition, the sculptured side panel has a strong rocker line running between the wheel arches. The unique head and tail lights are visible from the front and rear perspectives and underscore the model’s modern, sporty look. The new model will be produced at the company’s state-of-the-art assembly plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Volkswagen hopes to sell around 15,000 units a year. Production will begin in the third quarter of 2011. Volkswagen NMS to debut at 2011 Detroit Auto Show originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 30 September 2010 14:00 EST.
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| Posted: 30 Sep 2010 01:00 PM PDT Roll Royce came at this year’ Paris Auto Show with five bespoke models. First of them is Phantom EWB in Bespoke Gunmetal metallic that features: full natural leather grain, black seat piping, veneered cupholder lid, mother-of-pearl inserts to door cappings, Rolls-Royce inlay in all headrests, silver full metal fascia, milled drinks holder for coolbox, veneered table backs – theater, white clock face centers to MTC controller and instrument panel. There is also a Phantom Drophead Coupé in Carrara White metallic that features: single coachline in Hotspur Red, painted wheel centres, steering wheel spokes in crossbanded elm cluster, veneered front cupholder lid, lambswool floor mats, white instrument dials, silver bezel white clock face. The third bespoke model is a Phantom Coupe in Syrah Red metallic that features twin coachline in black, black starlight headliner, silver bezel black clock face, contrast RR to seat inserts, black carbon fibre veneer, cupholder lid and steering wheel spokes and piano black veneered interior cappings. The fourth models is Ghost in Bespoke Ghost Silver 100 featuring single coachline in creme light, black stained ash veneer and black contrast stitching. And finally there is a Ghost in Bespoke Midnight Sapphire that features seat piping in fleet blue and spirit of Ecstasy inlay to door cappings. Press release after the jump. Rolls-Royce Bespoke Models originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 30 September 2010 13:00 EST.
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| Posted: 30 Sep 2010 12:13 PM PDT The last model in Lotus’ display at the Paris Auto Show is the Elan, a 2+2 sports car that will go on sale in the autumn of 2013 at a price of £75,000 ($118,000 at the current rates). The 2013 Elan is powered by a 4.0 liter V6 engine that delivers 450 HP and 465 Nm of torque. The engine will be combined with the new KERS system and will sprint the car from 0 to 60 mph in 3,5 seconds, while top speed will be 192 mph. "If there was ever a car to make you drive the long way home, it's the Elan. Perfect for both road and track, the Elan not only ticks all the boxes, it creates new ones too. The Elan will convert people to Lotus, I would challenge people not to become addicted to driving it. It will also go a long way towards dispelling the old misconceptions about this class, that in order to have high performance you must sacrifice usability – those days are gone." Press release after the jump. Lotus Elan originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 30 September 2010 12:13 EST.
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| Posted: 30 Sep 2010 11:46 AM PDT Lotus made a step forward at this year’s Paris Auto Show with the unveiling of the company’s first hybrid four door super saloon. Called Eterne, the new model will go on sale in early 2015 and will be priced at £120,000 (around $190,000 at the current rates). The 2015 Eterne’s powertrain will combine a 5,0 liter V8 engine with a hybrid gearbox with integrated electric motors and KERS. The total output of 620 HP and 720 NM of torque will help the Eterne to sprint from 0 to 60 mph in 4 seconds and to hit a top speed of 195 mph. "The Eterne is sensational to look and as with the rest of the range it also over delivers in all other aspects as well. Similar to the Elite, it's a car of perfect contradictions, it's compact yet spacious, high performing yet low emitting, relative lightweight yet still reassuringly solid. We truly believe that there is a market for the Eterne, there is nothing else like it out there both in terms of design, capacity and performance. The biggest difference between the Eterne and it's class competitors is that it's not an evolution of an existing two-door model, it's a deliberate and considered stand-alone creation. It's the ultimate four door sports car." Press release after the jump. Lotus Eterne originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 30 September 2010 11:46 EST.
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| Posted: 30 Sep 2010 11:33 AM PDT It seems that Lotus was pretty busy this year before the Paris Auto Show. Next to the new generation Esprit, Lotus will also bring the new Elise that will go on sale in 2015 at a price of £35,000 ($55,000 at the current exchange rates). The 2015 Elise is powered by a 2,0 liter four-cylinder engine that delivers a total of 320 HP and 330 NM of torque. The engine is mated to the new start-stop technology and will sprint the car from 0 to 60 mph in 4,3 seconds. Top speed is 167 mph. "The Elise you can buy now is still a fantastic car, make no mistake, Lotus remain very proud of it, but this is a natural progression for us moving forward. The Elise 2015 will also be class-leading in terms of performance and efficiency but it will do more than that it will take the Elise model to the forefront of its class across the board. The design of the Elise 2015 is perfect for the target market, it's young, strong, confident, verging on ruthless, it mirrors the engineering and technology. It's the next generation Elise for a new generation of Lotus drivers." Press release after the jump. Lotus Elise originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 30 September 2010 11:33 EST.
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| Posted: 30 Sep 2010 11:14 AM PDT The legend is back! Lotus has unveiled today the new Esprit sports car. Described as the "ultimate Lotus," the new Esprit will go into production at the end of 2012, with first deliveries to begin in 2013. Lotus announced an estimated price of £110,000 ($175,000 at the current rates). The 2013 Esprit will be powered by a 5.0 liter V8 engine that delivers an impressive 620 HP and 720 NM of torque. With a weight of 1450 kilos, the new Esprit will sprint from 0 to 60 mph in 3,4 seconds and will hit a top speed of 205 mph. "One has to be very careful when taking on the challenge of reinventing such an iconic classic as the Esprit – everyone has an opinion. There's a fine balance between acknowledging the greatness of the past whilst at the same time rapidly leaping forward to the future and ensuring that this car not only does the name Esprit justice but also the Lotus brand. I think we've managed to find the balance and in doing so created a new icon, a car people will find hard to resist." Press release after the jump. Lotus Esprit originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 30 September 2010 11:14 EST.
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| Posted: 30 Sep 2010 11:04 AM PDT Chevrolet has displayed today at the Paris Auto Show the Corvette ZR1 C6.R that will compete at the 24 hours Le Mans in the GT2 Class and in the American Le Mans series. The C6.R version is distinguished by a new front splitter, an open grille which forces air into the engine, headlamps in aero design, carbon fiber front fenders, front and rear brake ducts, a carbon fiber roof, carbon ceramic brakes mated to six piston calipers at the front and four piston caliper brakes at the rear. Under the hood of the ZR1 lies an engine which is the most powerful built for a production model by Chevrolet to date. Because of the GT racing regulations, the final displacements and power outputs of the two engines vary slightly, nevertheless many of the processes and materials used for making the hand-built engines of the ZR1 stem directly from Chevrolet Racing; the dry sump lubrication system and titanium values are examples. Press release after the jump. Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 C6R originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 30 September 2010 11:04 EST.
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