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Maserati Edo Competition MC12

Edo Competition, which specializes in high-performance Porsches (not to mention Ferraris and Lamborghinis), has created a super-fast edition of the Maserati MC12 for a wealthy Russian enthusiast.

Owner Edo Karabegovic managed to squeeze 700 horsepower out of the 12-cylinder engine, after modifying the valvetrain, induction and exhaust systems and the engine electronics. The gearbox also has been beefed up to handle the additional torque. Testing at Hockenheim produced track speeds in excess of 230 mph.

Edo fitted bigger brakes with ceramic discs, as well as a fully adjustable suspension, and replaced the stock Pirellis with Bridgestones. The tuning house also applied faired-in headlamps and an attention-getting paint scheme.

Engine
Type:	V12
Displacement cu in (cc):	366 (5998)
Power bhp (kW) at RPM:	700(514) / 8200
Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM:	533(715) / 5800
Redline at RPM:	n.a.
Brakes & Tires
Brakes F/R:	ABS, vented disc/vented disc
Tires F-R:	n.a.
Driveline:	Rear Wheel Drive
Exterior Dimensions & Weight
Length × Width × Height in:	202.5 × 82.5 × n.a.
Weight lb (kg):	n.a.
Performance
Acceleration 0-62 mph s:	3.5
Top Speed mph (km/h):	> 230 (> 370)
	n.a.

Chevrolet Lingenfelter Corvette Twin-Turbo

To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Lingenfelter Performance Engineering, Inc. Lingenfelter is producing a very special one time offering of the new C6 Corvette twin turbo. The commemorative edition series is limited to 25 cars.

Vehicle Specifications:

• 2005 - 2006 C6 Corvette coupe or convertible
• Color choice of black, victory red or yellow exterior with ebony or cashmere interior
• 6 Speed manual transmission
• Z51 Option package: Engine oil cooler, transmission oil cooler
• Z51 springs, sway bars and custom built shocks
• Navigation system with XM Radio

Export specification vehicles are also eligible to be included in this series.

Lingenfelter package inclusions:

• 725 horsepower 427 cu in C5R based engine with the new Lingenfelter GEN-2 twin intercooled twin turbo package
• Lingenfelter C6 Corvette exhaust system by Corsa Performance
• Heavy duty dual disk clutch assembly
• Brembo 4 piston calipers with Lingenfelter logo, two piece rotors, stainless lines
• Custom Caravaggio conelly leather seats, console cover, shifter knob/boot, e-brake knob/boot, steering wheel and duffle bag
• Unique body enhancements including Lingenfelter C6 hood, Lingenfelter front spoiler, Lingenfelter side skirts and unique one piece rear fascia with Lingenfelter logo embossed (the embossed logo is only available on this special edition car)
• Michelin Pilot Sport tires with Lingenfelter mini tub kit and 345/30 ZR19 series in the rear
• Lingenfelter 756 Series 19" C6 forged three piece aluminum wheels by HRE
• Special seat embossing, serial numbered plaque, wheel centers, Lingenfelter brushed finished fender badges
• Special commemorative C6 coil covers complete with the classic Lingenfelter signature

To be included in the commemorative edition series, all cars must be ordered specifically for this Lingenfelter package as specified above. Vehicles with other options can not be substituted and this package will be installed only on new vehicles.

Once all 25 are sold no further orders will be accepted for this very special limited edition Corvette. Specifications subject to change without notice depending on availability of parts or design changes.

This package is for off road use only and is not represented to be emissions legal for public highways.

Subaru Impreza WRX STI Rally Hero Edition

Subaru has announced a new special edition Impreza WRX STI in memory of rally hero Richard Burns who died in November last year of cancer.

Called the RB320, the new car features around £6,000 worth of extra equipment including the 320 bhp Prodrive Performance Pack, yet costs £29,995 on-the-road – an increase of only £3,500.

Available only in Obsidian Black, the RB320 features bespoke 18-inch alloy wheels and specially developed Prodrive suspension comprising Bilstein dampers, a sports spring kit with revised rear anti-roll bar and a ride height lowered by 30 mm at the front and 10 mm at the rear.

Also standard on the RB320 are a chrome mesh front grille, front lip spoiler, quickshift gearchange, side sill plates and RB320-branded gear knob, carpet mats and exclusive exterior badging. Each owner will also receive an individually numbered black alloy tax disc holder.

The PPP boosts power to 320 bhp at 6,000 rpm with torque leaping to 332 lb-ft at 3,700 rpm. This reduces the 0-60 mph time to 4.8 seconds with a 0-100 mph time of 12.2 seconds.

And as a further incentive, those customers placing early orders with deposits will be offered a limited number of places at a special RB320 launch event next March at Prodrive’s test track in Warwickshire.

Not only will RB320 fans take delivery of their cars at the circuit but will be able to drive demonstration STIs around the track and meet rally celebrities.

In addition, customers will also be able to register on-line and reserve the limited-edition number of their choice via a special sub-section of Subaru’s website.

Finally, the first car is to be given away in a special raffle organised by Autosport magazine, donated by Subaru (UK) Limited.

The proceeds will go to the Richard Burns Foundation which helps those suffering from serious injury and illness.

Kicherer Audi R8

There are those who can never be satisfied with near perfection. Kicherer just couldn't leave well enough alone, and just had to go and improve Audi's new supercar, the R8.

The German tuner smartly left the mechanicals alone, and focused on altering the R8's aesthetics and handling. A new front spoiler reduces front lift, while a new rear spoiler adds downforce. Original 19" rims were replaced with larger but lighter 20s. But the most obvious, and perhaps most effective, change is the new set of springs that takes the car down 15mm in front and a whopping 30mm in front.

No word on how these changes affect the R8's already phenomenal handling, nor is there any word on how phenomenally these changes will affect your wallet. But we're pretty sure if you're seriously interested in buying one, you know who to call to find out.