VW Golf IV by Mattig

There are no shortages of Golf IVs on the road and German styling tuner, Mattig, has got an all new kit for it. The center point of the kit is the Audi single frame grill integration with front fascia plus hood extensions for that angry eyebrow look. The headlamps housings get the black paint treatment with chrome xenon lamp hardware. Side mirrors get integrated turn signals while the clear lens tailamps get LEDs. Side skirts and the rear fascia are modestly trimmed with 4 pipe exhaust tips cleanly sitting within. Lastly, the 5-piece rear roof spoiler completes the look.

Press release:

VW Golf IV Gets Enhanced Appearance from Mattig

• Sporty body kit
• Car styling programme with front-/rear aprons, lighting and aerodynamics
• Components that fit like a glove
• with TÜV– parts approval certificate

Mattig has really gone to work on the Golf IV, making sure the somewhat ‘greying’ compact vehicle is reborn with a much more sporty look. This has been made possible with the new Mattig body kit, which makes the Golf look fantastic. A number of accessories provide the perfect finishing touch.

A new apron at the front with two large air inlets, right and left, guarantee a more easily remembered ‘face’. Mattig prepared the extravagantly styled component for use with an Audi single-frame grille. Mattig is offering a bonnet extension for the front edge of the bonnet to protect it against damage, just in case. Mattig also has an alternative for the headlights. A combination of black and chrome coloured parts gives them a cool look by day and by night. The Mattig headlight covers give it that famous “dangerous” look.

The Mattig side skirts create a visual 'lower-lying' effect and a considerably more solid appearance. The Mattig sports mirrors are another special detail, with easily visible, integrated indicators. Impressive appearance and safety at the same time! For the rear end Mattig has designed a rear apron extension with conspicuously formed air outlets into which, for example, the end pipes of the four-pipe exhaust system fit perfectly. A guarantee for hot-blooded optics with a real sporty look! New Mattig tail lights with LED technology also provide a particularly successful mixture of first-class safety - LEDs are much easier to see in daylight than conventional lights - and outstanding optics. Quick cornering is no longer a problem with the five-part Mattig roof spoiler as it increases the ground pressure and also looks as if it has come directly from the race track. This radical part attracts immediate attention to every Golf IV!

RDX RACEDESIGN Aero Kit for Audi A4 8E B6

For a bargain price of 797.06 Euros, you can't go wrong with this latest body styling kit from RDX RACEDESIGN for the 8E B6 Audi A4. Naturally, the kit comes unpainted, but for those do-it-yourself types, you can save enough scratch to put towards your next caravan holiday.

The kit includes some noticeable features such as the Audi big grille conversion, hood extensions over the headlamps and integrated air vents in the side skirts which are available in three different styles.

With some pretty outlandish kits in their inventory, RDX RACEDESIGN knows the type of drivers attracted to Audi's, so it's no surprise that we see a kit that slots in the somewhat modest category, relatively speaking, of course.

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RDX RACEDESIGN Aero Kit for Audi A4 8E B6

• Aerodynamic kit for Audi A4 8E B6
• Front spoiler bumper, single-frame grille, side sills, rear apron plus bonnet extension for B7 look
• Complete kit for EUR 797.06
• Exact fit; from high-quality, robust GRP
• Add-on parts with TÜV parts certificate/TÜV approval

RDX RACEDESIGN from Allersberg, Germany, has turned its attention to a further Audi model and is now offering a significantly sportier look for the Audi A4 8E B6 in the form of an aerodynamic kit befitting this tuning specialist’s name.

The RDX RACEDESIGN aerodynamic kit which is now available creates a racing look at the front even when the car is stationary thanks to the new front spoiler bumper. The price of EUR 339 includes a TÜV parts certificate. RDX RACEDESIGN is offering the component for use on vehicles either with or without a headlight washer system. For a powerful appearance, the single-frame grille as seen on the latest Audi models cannot of course be omitted. RDX RACEDESIGN is offering its version for EUR 91.50 in various finishes – the latest being a full chrome finish. A further modification at the front end is the addition of RDX RACEDESIGN air intake covers integrated into the front spoiler for EUR 29.00. These are naturally equipped with adapter mountings for the factory-fitted front fog lights, so that that these can still be used. To create the look of the B7 successor model, RDX RACEDESIGN is also offering a bonnet extension (EUR 79.00). The RDX RACEDESIGN side sills are available in no fewer than three designs (EUR 129.95 incl. TÜV approval, i.e. they do not need to be registered!) with matching grilles for the integrated air vents. Fitting these lends the A4 an even more striking side profile. The muscular look of the Audi A4 is rounded off with the rear apron attachment, which is available both for the saloon and Avant versions for the price of EUR 195.00 (including TÜV approval). The sporty grilles for its air vents are included in the price.

The RDX RACEDESIGN aerodynamic kit is available for the Audi A4 8E B6 for the price of EUR 797.06. A saving of more than EUR 66 compared with the price of the parts when bought singly!

All RDX RACEDESIGN components are notable for their excellent fit, they are paint-friendly and of course TÜV tested and approved.

Mercedes CLK63 AMG Black Edition by Kicherer

The Mercedes CLK 63 AMG Black Series is quite a daunting project for any tuner to take considering the stock model features the very cream of AMG's technology, but then again, Kicherer has proved they are more than willing to take on a challenge.

AMG's 6.3-liter V8 engine has been tuned to output an extra 33hp and 20Nm of torque bringing total ponies to 540hp. Looking at the performance figures we see Kicherer has managed to drop the 0-100km/h to just 4.1 seconds and top speed can now exceed 300km/h.

Subtle modifications to the exterior design retain the Black Edition's aggressive stance with the addition of a sportier radiator grille made of carbon featuring carbon fibre struts. Other features in the model include lighter three-part wheels and ultra-light front seat buckets made of genuine carbon.

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The prevailing notion that sports cars are just a pleasure for two was now contradicted by Kicherer. The renowned Mercedes embellishing specialists from Stockach have enriched the CLK 63 AMG, which is actually a two-seater, with a sporty back seat. When you take the north loop in less than 8 minutes with this bolide, all those seats will definitely provide more fun – and adrenaline – than any rollercoaster. And what is more, those additional seats guarantee a Black Edition with a significantly improved road capability. But, Kicherer will even delight design and sports enthusiasts.

The radiator grill, already quite impressive on the standard version, is replaced by an even sportier variant made of carbon and featuring carbon fibre struts. The beautiful forged three-part wheel, Kicherer RS-1, also fulfils a double function as it is a visual and – thanks to weight reduction – also a sportive gain.

The chassis – specially developed for Kicherer by DTM specialist H&R – also improves the racer’s cornering dynamics by several degrees. Since the Kicherer engineers have taken care of the engine, too, they have further underlined their reinterpretation by carbon mirror shells.

With its 540 hp, the Kicherer CLK racer gained about 33 hp. Even the torque has been improved by another 20 Nm. Thus equipped, the Kicherer CLK only needs 4.1 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h and runs fasterthan 300 km/h – thanks to a derestricted V/max.

In order to delight any fellow passenger’s vision, Kicherer has equipped the car with additional carbon intarsia. These do not only include – as is usually the case – parts of the centre console and of the door linings, but also ultra-light front seat buckets made of genuine carbon. Therefore, even at a red light, the “normal” Black Edition becomes a Kicherer Racer.

Maserati MC12 by Edo Competition

Following on from Edo Competition's Enzo Ferrari we reported on yesterday, we can now bring you the Maserati MC12. The famed supercar tuner has tackled the MC12 on numerous occasions in the past including the 755hp MC12 Corsa, 800hp MC12 XX and the 700hp MC12 R therefore it comes as no shock to see yet another version which it being labelled as just a plain old MC12 this time.

The factory MC12 is based on the same chassis as the Ferrari Enzo but due to the extra weight the Maserati version is carrying, performance figures come in slightly lower than the prancing horse version. Edo looks to change this in their version by reducing the MC12's dry weight by 100kg whilst boosting the engine output up to 700hp bringing the performance figures up to the same level as the Edo Enzo with a 0-100km/h time of 3.5seconds and a top speed of 370km/h.

The FXX once again provides the inspiration for the MC12, but whereas the Edo where clever enough to leave the Enzo styling alone, the MC12 does benefit from a few exterior modifcations including a new livery and headlight covers.

Full Specifications

Engine

• Engine V12
• Power est. 700 hp (514 kW) at 8200 rpm
• Max. torque est. 715 Nm (527 ft-lb) at 5800 rpm

Performance

• Top speed > 370 km/h (230 mph)
• 0 – 100 km/h (0 – 62 mph) est. 3.5s
• 0 – 200 km/h (0 – 124 mph) est. 9.5s
• 0 – 300 km/h (0 – 186 mph) est. 22.0s

Features

• Power increase of 70 horsepower thanks to new exhaust headers like on the Ferrari FXX, highflow catalytic converter, performance muffler, modified intake system, new carbon fiber airbox like on the Maserati MC12 Corsa, high-flow air filters and ECU recalibration
• Stainless steel muffler with adjustable remote-controlled butterfly-valve, new exhaust tips
• Exhaust sound level adjustable at the push of a button
• High-performance ceramic composite brake system with 396 mm (15.6 in.) front rotors and 360 mm (14.2in.) rear rotors, special brake pads front and rear
• Wheels can be custom-painted on request
• Tire pressure monitoring system displaying air pressure and tire temperature for each wheel
• Makrolon headlight covers
• Appearance modifications, for example different exterior color
• Sport suspension for the road with adjustable compression and rebound damping like on the FIA GT MC12. Nose lift functionality is retained.
• Air intakes in carbon fiber
• Weight reduction of 100 kg (220 lb)!!
• Special lightweight wheels with Michelin tires: front: 10 x 19 with 265/35 ZR 19 and rear: 13 x 20 with 335/30 ZR 20
• New high-performance clutch. Extremely lightweight. Two different friction compounds selectable (strada/pista)
• New rear wing, adjustable
• New transmission control unit. Same shift times as on the Maserati MC12 Corsa

Audi PS TT by PPI

PPI and WCF have a little bit of history together. Back in 2004 when WCF was still operating as GermanCarFans.com, we were the first to give coverage to a small new tuning firm from Germany who's first product was based on the first generation Audi TT, known as the PPI RS TT. The RS TT went on to become a top seller and the foundation for the success of this Audi tuning specialist from Swabia, Germany. Over the past 4 years PPI has evolved with a suite of products covering the entire Audi range. Their latest product, which was first shown in Essen this past December, now follows up on this success story, with the second generation named, PS TT.

In addition to the lift-reducing body kit, one standout feature is the windscreen spoiler. Take it or leave it, the rest of the package is quite tasteful consisting of a front apron, side skirts and rear fascia with integrated carbon fiber rear fascia diffuser, and rear spoiler.

Performance kit I for the 2.0 liter turbo FSI engine bumps output up to 180 kW / 245 bhp at 5100
rp. and 366 Nm torque between 1800 and 5000 rpm. 100 km/h (62 mph)arrives in 6.3 seconds which is 0.3 second faster than the stock TT. The PS TT is capable of a limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).