Wednesday, September 28, 2011

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe Font view

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe

AMG will introduce a new dream car: 2012MY Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster. This supercar is impressive with a perfect combination of open-top driving pleasure, outstanding driving performance and sophisticated lightweight construction. 2012 SLS AMG Roadster will make its U.S. debut in autumn 2011.

Processing times 2012 SLS AMG Roadster includes an aluminum spaceframe chassis, AMG 6,3-liter V8 engine with a front mid-dry sump lubrication developing a peak output 563 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque, the seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox and sport suspension with aluminum double wishbones, - all this will raise the pulse sports car enthusiasts, providing an outstanding driving dynamics and driving pleasure.

Compact fabric soft top Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster opens and closes in just eleven seconds, and can be operated on the move at speeds of up to 31 miles / h (50 km / h). The new AMG sports suspension adaptive electronically controlled damping is available as an option attractive. This gives the damping characteristics to be changed at the touch of a button. Using the AMG DRIVE UNIT, the driver of the roadster AMG SLS, therefore, can select their own suspension settings. There are three modes: "comfort", "Sport" and "Sport Plus".

"AMG Performance Media" is a unique new feature: an innovative, motor sports-inspired entertainment system offers an unbeatable combination of multiple displays telemetry such as lateral and linear acceleration, and various motor data and lap times on the racetrack.

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe Interior

Dr. Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and CEO of Mercedes-Benz Cars: ". Roadster SLS is a supercar, a cruiser and highly desirable dream car all in one, in its distinctive way, it's still a sequence of symbolic and exciting sport cars from Mercedes-Benz ".

Ola Källenius, chairman of Mercedes-AMG GmbH: "The systematic lightweight design, outstanding performance and exciting design, combined with the sensual pleasure of open air driving experience - the new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster perfectly embodies the philosophy of AMG German technology and craftsmanship. Gullwing model is excited Car sports fans around the world, and now convertible version is bound to cause a sensation. "

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe Interior

Pure design roadster with perfect proportions

The new roadster adds a second exciting dream car to the family of AMG SLS. Head of Design Mercedes-Benz, Gorden Wagener ".! As in the gull-wing model, clean, sporty design catches the eye whether the roof open or closed, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster has a spectacular visual delight" Ideal proportions is particularly memorable: long hood, a greenhouse located in the rear end and short rear. Plus automatically enhance the rear wing, long wheelbase, wide track and short overhangs - in short, SLS AMG Cabriolet exudes an easy charisma and a genuine performance. Pronounced shoulder sections reminiscent of tense muscles, and to offer power combined with large wheels - 265/35 ZR 19 (front) and 295/30 ZR 20 (rear). Attractive AMG Sepang brown metallic paint and weight-optimized forged wheels in 10-spoke design, painted in matte black high-gloss rim, available in a new extra.

Features like Roadster 300 SL, a classic dream cars from the 1950s, include not only a wide grille with large star Mercedes and wing-shaped cross-rib, and ribs on the hood and on board the vehicle. Like Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster, 300 SL Roadster appeared slightly later than the original 300 SL Gullwing, but in contrast to the SL AMG, and other dream cars are available at the same time.

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe Back view

Interior atmosphere like an aircraft cockpit

The interior continues the idiom exciting exterior design, and evokes associations with the cockpit: the characteristic features include a dash in the form of wings and air vents with adjustable, cross-shaped nozzle similar to jet engines. Expanded center console of opaque, hard metal and the new E-SELECT lever in the form of traction control as the aircraft design features borrowed from the world of aviation. Another low-key, small detail is embossed logo on leather lined AMG selector lever.

AMG DRIVE UNIT - who, like many other features of the interior is available in real carbon fiber - a central control unit on the center console: it allows the driver to select personal settings of the vehicle, including an additional adjustment of adaptive sports suspension, AMG. AMG Performance steering wheel with its full premium leather lining and a flattened bottom section provides an ideal vehicle control. Gearshift paddles and the bottom panel of steering wheels are made of solid metal.

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe Interior

Fully automatic, weight-optimized soft top

Sensory experience in 2012MY SLS AMG Roadster is further enhanced when the soft top is open, and powerful, naturally aspirated eight-cylinder engine with 563 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque makes itself and makes the heart beat faster with its distinctive AMG eight-cylinder sound. Fabric soft top can be opened and closed while driving at speeds up to 31 miles / h (50 km / h), a fully automatic opening / closing process takes only eleven seconds. Only the driver should operate the control unit is conveniently integrated into the roof in front of the center armrest. In an open soft top space-savingly removed for space in a folded Z-configuration. Soft top three colors - black, red and beige - are available to meet the nine external and eight interior colors.

Three-layer fabric soft top weight management magnesium / steel / aluminum, and contributes significantly to the low center of gravity of the car. Soft top is smoothly connected heated glass rear window singlelayer. Flush, break free transition between the outer sheathing roof and rear window remains low wind noise. Continuous, flexible pocket water running soft-top catches rain and sends it to the bottom two holes on each side. Trunk volume is 6.1 cubic feet with the roof open or closed, and, therefore, approximately equal to the coupe SLS AMG (6,2 cubic feet).

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe Front view

Outstanding material quality and finish

Leather and matte finish of the solid metal, or additional, genuine carbon fiber trim create an exclusive atmosphere and meet a genuine sense of the cockpit. It was made and decorative contrast stitching enhances the visual impact, improves hand look and reflects the attention to detail that is the hallmark of Design Mercedes.

Standard appointment Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster includes black leather Designo, heated AMG sport seats, a removable glass WindStop, COMAND system with navigation and DVD-player, alarm alarm with tilt sensor and interior control, dual-zone automatic climate control and KEYLESSGO starting function. Standard AIRSCARF ® system exclusively for Mercedes-Benz acts as an invisible scarf warming of head and neck of the occupants. It is integrated in the AMG sports seats back, and blows warm air from the vents in the headrests. The airflow can be adapted for different sizes of passengers using the adjustable louvers, and the level of heat can be selected in three stages at the touch of a button.

Leather lining roll bars with an integrated network of "Silver Shadow" You can look in conjunction with Designo exclusive leather to reduce turbulence in the cabin. Ambient lighting integrated into the electrically folding exterior mirrors.

Single-tone or two-tone leather in brown Designo espresso is available as a new interior colors - a darker shade of brown that blends perfectly with the new metallic paint AMG Sepang brown.

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe Engine

AMG Performance Media and Bang & Olufsen as optional highlights

In addition to the Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG surround sound system, an additional allocation of other entertainment media AMG Performance. In an unprecedented way, the racing-inspired system combines multiple telemetry displays, such as engine data, lateral and linear acceleration and lap times on the racetrack. AMG Performance Media is activated by pressing the key in the AMG AMG DRIVE UNIT, and controlled by the controller system COMAND. Key features at a glance:
  • Real-time display of engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid temperature
  • Real-time display of engine power, torque and position of the accelerator
  • Real-time display of individual tire pressure
  • Real-time acceleration time from 0-60 miles / h or 0-100 km / h (as an alternative to a quarter of a mile)
  • Real-time display of the lateral and linear acceleration combined with the braking performance and the accelerator position, including a memory function
  • Record individual lap times on a closed track, with the sector times and memory function
  • Integrating DRIVE UNIT, to save your data into memory and initiate RACE START

Different functions are shown AMG Performance Media color display integrated into the dashboard. Three displays are shown at any time, with the most important information is located in the center. Digital simulation tools dial with red pointers ensure outstanding clarity.

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe Engine

Specifically reinforced aluminum spaceframe, low curb weight

In addition to maximum comfort, a key factor in driving pleasure in the new SLS AMG Roadster has outstanding performance. The reason for this is an innovative body design: the chassis and body made of aluminum design that combines intelligent lightweight construction with high durability. At curb weight of 3661 kg (estimated) Roadster only 88 pounds heavier than the coupe. The result is a remarkable power to weight ratio of 6.5 pounds per horsepower.

To achieve the same level of dynamics - no fixed roof, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster includes several features specifically designed to strengthen the body, including side skirts with larger wall thickness and additional cameras. Dashboard cross-member is supported against the frame of the windscreen and the central tunnel of the additional racks, and a curved rack between the soft-top and tank strengthens the rear axle. The absence of a roof and gull-wing doors means that the open-top SLS AMG is the strengthening of cross-over seats to support fixed rollover protection system. It also contains 250-watt subwoofer explosion & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end sound system.

All this prevents unwanted vibrations from the beginning, and eliminates the need for additional, weight increasing vibration dampers, which are often found in open sports cars. Weight-optimized aluminum frame weighs 536 pounds, tipping the scales at just 4.5 pounds more than the gullwing model.

Intelligent mix of materials and a low center of gravity

50 percent of cleverly designed, and weight-optimized aluminum frame is made of aluminum, 26 percent of the aluminum sheet, 18 percent of cast aluminum and 6 percent were. The maximum passenger safety requires the use of ultra-high strength, heat-formed steel pillars.

The whole car was designed to achieve the lowest possible center of gravity. This applies to the lowest point of connection of the transmission and axles, as well as the location of the rigid structure of the body that was as low as possible. Examples include hard to bend and twist ties between the front and back of the cage and the safety of passengers, which were designed to use the power of paths that are as low as possible.

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe Engine

Powerful AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine with 563 hp

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster has the same muscular engine, gull-wing model. 6.3-liter V8 with a maximum output of 563 hp at 6800 rpm makes open-top SLS one of the most powerful sports cars in its segment. Its power to weight ratio of 6.5 pounds per horsepower. This naturally aspirated engine produces maximum torque of 479 lb-ft at 4750 rpm. Convertible SLS AMG accelerates from zero to 60 miles / h in 3.7 seconds (0-100 km / h in 3.8 seconds) and top speed is 197 miles / h / 317 km / h (electronically limited) - this means that roadster has almost identical performance wing of a seagull.

High-revving 6.3-liter V8 engine has the typical characteristics of powerful engine racing. It responds instantly and effortlessly to accelerator movements. The use of dry sump lubrication system can significantly lower the installation in a car that has a low center of gravity for higher lateral acceleration and thrilling driving dynamics.

Achieving the required targets fuel consumption

Despite his uncompromising sportiness, fuel consumption has also been considered. SLS AMG consumes 13.2 liters per 100 kilometers (NEDC combined), corresponding to CO2 emissions of 308 grams per kilometer. Efficiency improvements include familiar AMG-exclusive, friction optimized two-wire arc-spray coating on the cylinder walls, as well as on-demand card optimized oil supply and intelligent control of the generator: when an overflow phase motor, the kinetic energy is used to recharge the battery, and not just wasted heat. On the other hand, the generator is switched to idle during acceleration, thus reducing the load on the engine. Sophisticated technology allows the catalytic converter current and future emission standards such as Euro 5, LEV 2 and ULEV that must be met.

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe Front view

Rev-matching transmission with transaxle configuration and torque tube

AMG 6,3-liter V8 engine delivers its abundant power to the rear through an ultra-light carbon-fiber box driveshaft - similar to the setup used in the DTM C-Class car racing tour. On comparing the transmission is mounted on the rear (CAT), and connected to the casing of the engine with torque tube. Carbon shaft rotates at engine speed at the time of the pipe. The advantages of this complex solutions lie in the tight coupling between the engine and transmission, and, in turn, support the optimal power and torque.

SPEEDSHIFT DCT AMG 7-speed sports transmission boasts faster shifting gears without losing traction - in just 100 milliseconds. The driver a choice of four different driving modes: "C" (Controlled Efficiency), «S» (Sport), "S +" (Sport plus) or "M" (Manual). In sport, sport and manual modes, plus automatic mapping of function is activated, all modes can be selected via a convenient knob AMG DRIVE. RACE START function ensures optimum traction at full power launches off the ground - as well as mechanical differential lock, which is built into a compact body transfer.

Complex circuit suspension with double wishbone axle

The front mid-engine configuration, plus a box provides the perfect front / rear weight distribution from 47 to 53 percent. Mounting the engine behind the front axle made a perfect driving dynamics with precise steering, excellent agility, low inertia for a spontaneous change of direction, and outstanding traction. All four wheels are on the double-wishbone with a track rod technology, which has proved to be right up to Formula 1 motor racing. With double-wishbone axle, the location of the wheels and suspension functions remain separate, spring / depreciation rack supported on the lower wishbone. Double wishbone setup with the collapse of its high rigidity and a positive track is a wheel with minimal elastic movements, providing the driver optimum road contact feel when driving on the limit.

Wishbones, steering knuckles and hub carriers front and back are made entirely from forged aluminum - a significant reduction in unsprung masses, this configuration also noticeably improves suspension response. Wheelbase 105.5 inches, not only leads to an outstanding straight-line stability, but also low-load on the wheel changes, which significantly reduces the tendency of the vehicle to dive and squat under braking and acceleration. Wide track - 66.2 inches front, 65.1 inches rear - ensures a lower wheel load shifts from internal to external rotation of the wheel when providing tires to save more grip.

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe Interior

New Adaptive AMG Sport Suspension

The new AMG sports suspension adaptive electronically controlled damping available as an attractive alternative to the standard suspension, AMG sport. This gives the damping characteristics to be changed at the touch of a button. Using the buttons on the AMG DRIVE UNIT, the driver can choose his own suspension settings. There are three modes: "comfort", "Sport" and "Sport Plus". The current mode is displayed on the instrument cluster.

"Comfort" provides a sensitive response to the soft damping characteristics, and in the "Sport" mode, the shock absorbers have much stiffer response, depending on road conditions. This not only leads to improved road contact, but also effectively suppresses body roll and pitching. "Sports Plus" is ideal for demanding laps on the track: in addition to higher braking force, the regime comes to the specific control algorithms, which were made specifically for sporty driving. New, variable suspension also will be optionally available for SLS AMG coupe in the future.

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe Rear Angle

Optional AMG ceramic high-performance two-piece braking system

AMG a powerful braking system with two parts of the brake discs on the front ensures extremely short braking distances, even with huge loads. The red-painted brake calipers on all four corners are available as an option. Additional ceramic two-piece brake discs with even more to provide even better braking. Ceramic brake discs perform at even higher operating temperatures due to their greater rigidity, all coupled with impressive weight loss by about 40 percent. Reducing unsprung mass to further enhance both comfort and grip, and reduced rotating mass on the front axle provides more direct steering response.

Lightweight construction was the key when it comes to wheels: alloy wheels with innovative flows forming principle reduce unsprung weight, improving driving performance and suspension comfort. In addition to the standard AMG twin 5-spoke alloy wheels, a 7-spoke wheels, which is available as a no cost option. Weight-optimized 10-spoke forged wheels available as an option. 265/35 R 19 (front) and 295/30 R 20 (rear) is designed specifically for the SLS AMG ensure optimum performance. Tire pressure monitoring system is standard to constantly monitor tire pressure of all four wheels, with a separate display for each tire.

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe Side

Production in Sindelfingen, market launch in Fall 2011

Convertible super sports car will be manufactured at the largest Mercedes-Benz plant in Sindelfingen. AMG 6,3-liter V8 engine comes directly from the AMG engine workshop in Affalterbach, where she was hand picked in accordance with the traditional "one man, one engine" philosophy.

Selling price in Germany is € 195 160 (including 19% VAT). 2012 SLS AMG Roadster will make its U.S. debut in autumn 2011.

Saturday, September 24, 2011

2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i

2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i Review
2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i Review

2012 BMW X5, listed in promotional materials companies such as automobile Sports Activity, part of the sedan and SUV, is expected to arrive in dealerships in spring 2011.

2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i Interior
2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i Interior

Very few changes are expected in 2012 with more dramatic of which was attended by more than 4,000 new items have just been completed last year. These changes are usually associated with the transmission, turbo added, raised the capacity of the new petrol engines, and made eight-speed automatic transmission standard.

2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i Dashboard
2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i Dashboard

Since these are carried out more 2012 X5 buyers can be sure the transfer has proven that she can instantly accelerate without interruption. Approximately one-third of the new X5, is expected to be equipped with diesel xDrive35d. Body would be similar to previous models with a long wheelbase and short overhangs that give it the muscle type. The next big upgrade for the BMW 5 Series, probably will not come before 2014 model year.

2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i Interior
2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i Interior

The original BMW X5 was the first record Barvarian Running the engine on the market SUV. Since then, JP Powers X5 rated among the best for its flexible performance and quality design. It also gets high scores for interior design. In other areas, such as security, reliability, fuel economy and resale value, usually takes one of the average compared to other medium-sized luxury SUV. X5 has been a strong seller for the company, both in America and internationally.

One of its design elements, elevated seating, is particularly impressive because it combines comfort, style, and temperature control with an additional safety feature to offer commanding view of the road and complete picture of what is happening outside of the shaft.

2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i Engine
2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i Engine

BMW uses what they call EfficientDynamic technology to balance security management with satisfaction performance. To do this, BMW X5 has a warning system for the administration and lane side-view camera system that recognizes the edge of the road and its markings to warn drivers of inadvertent lane change. ABS and stability control are standard. It has front and back of the lower protective cover for off-road driving. Its active cruise control adjusts the stop-and-go driving situations. Parktronic gives an audible warning at a distance of less than 12 inches.

2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i Silver
2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i Silver

The performance comes in the form of a twin-turbocharged, 4.4-liter V8. It produces an amazing 400 horsepower between 5600-6400 rpm and 450 lb-ft of torque from 1750-4500 rpm.

Coordinated with 8-speed sport automatic with Adaptive Transmission Control (ATC), BMW xDrive50i accelerates from 0-60 miles / h in just 5.3 seconds. This puts it on par with some real sports cars. Maximum speed is electronically limited to 150 miles / h. It is estimated fuel consumption of 14/20 miles per gallon city / highway with the fuel tank of 22.5 gallons.

Yes, despite all this power on the road, even rough terrain is no match-wheel-drive BMW, intelligent all-wheel drive. It is equipped with rear bias for maximum control and superior performance of the drive. When slippage occurs, the system responds in milliseconds offset the torque where it is needed most. The result is seamless control to all four corners in all road conditions.

2012 BMW X5 xDrive 50i Front
 2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i Front


THE VERDICT

2011 BMW X5 xDrive50i is not your typical SUV way back. Famous buildings driving, X5, and in particular the problem of xDrive50i you to take the road less traveled is paved it or not. Whatever you have planned night on the town, or moonlight crossing the New Mexico desert, X5 is your ticket to the stars.

2012 BMW X5 xDrive 50i Photo
2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i Photo

2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i
2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i
 

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Super Trofeo Stradale


Frankfurt 2011: new Gallardo Stradale

It is collected by Cluster Internet is the most extreme Lamborghini Gallardo ever created: the Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Super Trofeo Stradale. And this is a rosy long name.

Greet him with caution. The new Lamborghini draws inspiration from his racing brothers who compete in the Blancpain Super Trofeo Championship, one make series consisting exclusively of Gallardos.

Frankfurt 2011: Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4

Thus, he gets the same manually adjustable rear spoiler, taken directly from the racing version, which is designed for "dynamic stability during hard, fast ride," and a quick-release engine cover. Both are constructed with carbon fiber - a favorite material Lamborghini - and the total weight drops up to 1,340 kg, equivalent Superleggera and some 70kg lighter than the "standard» LP560-4.

The engine remains untouched - 562bhp 5,2-liter V10 - then sends these horses and 398 torque with robotic electronic gear six-speed gearbox to all four wheels, complete with a "Hard Mode ', to full bore, 5000 rpm standing start "with a minimum of slippage of tires." There will be some, probably.

Frankfurt 2011: Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4
Performance figures as follows: 0-62mph takes 3.4 seconds, 0-124 miles takes 13.8 seconds and a top speed just shy of 200 miles per hour, substantially identical to the Super-E.

You can option a carbon fiber ceramic brake discs, interior roll cage, four-point harness and fire extinguisher. Or satellite navigation, Bluetooth prep, if you want to challenge the debilitating "Let the restaurant" chain.

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Super Trofeo Stradale

Stradale is also equipped with the new paint called "Rosso said Mars, to celebrate Lamborghini's" Italianness' (gray and white also available), lightweight forged wheels that save 13 kg and interior design scheme to match colors exterior.

Alcantara lavishly applied to the instrument panel, center seat cushion and backrest, and a carbon fiber is in the door panels, center console lid and monocoque racing seats. If your hunger for the CF-still not saturated, Lamborghini will add a frame hand brake, the lower rim of the steering wheel and door handles are made of a material.

All you really need to complete road racer helmet purchase and develop the fear of clouds ...

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4

Opinions:
Gallardo is almost the same as the 911 series. they add a new icon to it to make a brand new car, everything else is almost unchanged. Germans destroy the Italians have fun!

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4

They had to do with Mark Gallardo, in the same way they did Murcielago. New Lambo would have been better

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Wheels

Why long names? Lamborghini rely on the Audi, not a Japanese company. I agree with Gallo could use a new look, but I do not think all that old yet. Face-lift with a little more pronounced wheel arches will do nicely.

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Interior

Oh yeah, I miss the days of the big rear wing on my supercars. I know, the new aerodynamics of age without a lot of spoiler allow less friction with high downforce, but there's just something about the giant wing to the rear of the supercar that brings me back to my childhood.

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Super Trofeo Stradale Logo

I think the Lambo Gallardo LP570-4 Super Trofeo Stradale looks great, and I bet he goes 200 miles / hr!

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Interior

Power hike would be nice, please do not If it's no different than just another special edition with some stuff attached Disappointed, Wheres 600 hp SV?

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Interior

Gallardo: The biggest machine ever made Gallardo Super Trofeo: Fur

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Interior

I love the look of the Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Super Trofeo, and I hope they don `t change desgien because they make good sales of the Gallardo Gallardo Spyder or any or Superleggera Superleggera Spyder or normal LP560-4 'it's nice and beautiful

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Wallpapers

short nose, cute butt, nice color, well-equipped with a big heart and stomach tight. I'm like. He even dimples ..... sooo cute .... I can not imagine driving it around. In the end, Stradale means "street", if I understand Italian ... Thanks, Vijay, for your presentation.

Frankfurt 2011: Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4

not sure of the sand dunes. neither of the snowy forest. If it falls into the wrong hands. In this case, of course, it will not look like it will probably look like Hummer, or something suitable for the sand dunes or snow-covered forests. Something with a good suspension for a bumpy ride, and certainly with less speed record ... tsk tsk ...

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 and Girls

I do not understand, this machine is identical to the Lambo Gallardo Superleggera. Same weight, same 0-100km / h takes 0.2 seconds from 0 to more than 200 km / h. The only difference is spolier, because I tested both models and there are very similar in exterior design, yet there is something that way, more attractive to the SS than the Superleggera

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Pictures

If the Lamborghini Miura concept can make based on the Murcielago (put it on Wikipedia), than why they did today Countach? Thanks for the idea, shuttleatlantis.

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Photo

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Peugeot 206 Cars Pictures Gallery

It's tough at the top... But that hasn't stopped the Peugeot 206 from enjoying seven years and half-a-million sales at the head of the supermini class. Smart looks and a huge choice of engines and bodystyles mean the British-built challenger is still fashionable, despite its advancing years.
Great diesel engines, a practical SW-badged estate and a coupe-cabriolet are all part of the appeal of the varied range. However, buying one isn't without pitfalls. Here, we check out the major factors to consider when splashing out.


  • Spare wheel: make sure there's still a spare wheel underneath the boot floor. It should be held in the cradle, but these items are easily stolen. If you want to keep your spare then buy a ΂£40 lock, which should mean it's there when you need it.

  • Instruments: indicator stalks are prone to breaking on post-July 2001 cars. They were often forced by ham-fisted owners, so check they are still working. Stronger parts were used from January 2003, so later 206s should be fine.

  • Engine: mounts often fail on 1.4-litre petrol variants, while all models in the range are prone to lower balljoint wear in the front suspension - which is an MoT failure point. Electronic management systems can cause trouble with automatic gearboxes.



  • Central locking: if water gets into the control box, which is located in the footwell, the central locking system is known to fail. Examples produced before spring 1999 are the worst affected by this problem, so check potential buys for water ingress.

  • Practicality: five-door models fetch a small premium. Expect to pay ΂£150-΂£200 extra, although sporty GTi (left) is three-door only. Lower-spec cars get a sunroof instead of air-con - but check these for rattles as they're impossible to fix.


  • What to look for

    Peugeot's diesels are highly acclaimed, but avoid the unrefined 1.9-litre - available from October 1998 to November 1999 - as the 2.0 HDi which replaced it is much better. Post-January 2000 cars got a three-year warranty. Don't pay too much for special editions; these often offer little more than a fresh paint job and a better stereo over standard trim. And don't think the 206 CC is a four-seater - space is minimal in the rear.

    Recalls

    May 2000: Fuel filter leak (Cars built from Sept 1998-Sept 1999).
    Sept 2000: Side airbag deployment.
    Jan 2001: Front suspension problems.
    Nov 2001: Passenger airbag concern.
    Feb 2002: Seatbelt anchor concern.
    May 2002: Ignition key may foul the steering column cowling.
    Nov 2003: Handbrake linkage (Sept 1998-Feb 2002).
    May 2004: Rear spoiler may detach (206 SW from Nov 2001-Oct 2003).
    May 2004: Potential problems with the throttle body (Jun 2004-Apr 2004).
    Sept 2004: Starter motor wiring loom issues (Jun 2004-July 2004).
    Apr 2005: Possible seepage from the diesel fuel return pipe (HDi models).

    Owner comment

    Margaret Wood from Gosport, Hants, has owned her 02-plate 206 2.0 HDi from new - and loves it. "It's fast, refined at speed and very economical," she says. "I generally get 55mpg-plus, and it's great in town and on motorways. There were one or two electrical glitches early on, but they were fixed without fuss by the dealer. It's been plain sailing since!"

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