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Sunday, June 24, 2007

2007 BMW 6 & Mercedes CLK Racing


































Car 1: 2007 BMW 630i
Car 2: 2007 Mercedes Benz CLK 350 (AMG Package)
Date: May 2007
City: Tehran (Azadi Stadium Race track)
Story: Two friends testing and racing these new cars. It is amazing that the BMW has Lexani rims, because this is an American company and their wheels are very expensive.
Car: 2004 through 2005 BMW 645Ci Convertible
Date: ?
City: ?
Story: This car is actually different than the one above in the racing pictures.

Thursday, June 21, 2007

Maserati MC12 Corsa

More than a year after the limited production run of the MC12, Maserati took the wraps of its $1.7 million supercar, a new track-only version of the World Championship-winning Maserati MC12 called the Corsa, sold only be sold to valued Maserati customers who will be restricted to using their new supercar on private track days.

�This is a unique opportunity to own a car that is the reigning GT World Champion,� says Edward Butler, General Manager for Maserati in Australia and New Zealand. �The world-beating racing car was developed from the Maserati MC12 road car and the Corsa is derived directly from the GT1 racing car exclusively for track use. It will not be homologated for road use.�

"The MC12 Corsa has been developed in response to the customer demand to own the MC12 racing car and fuelled by the growth in track days, where owners can drive their cars at high speeds in the safety of a race track without the obvious constraints of normal road use,� says Mr Butler. �Without doubt the MC12 Corsa is the ultimate track day car!�

The 564 kW MC12 Corsa has been developed from the MC12 GT1 which won the 2005 FIA GT Manufacturers Cup. It will be used exclusively on track during private test sessions and exhibition activities organised by Maserati. It will not be homologated for road use or for any racing activity.

The Maserati MC12 Corsa, which is living testimony of Maserati�s ability to individually tailor make unique cars with the highest technological content, will be on sale at the price of a million Euros plus tax in September. Available in the official Maserati �Blue Victory� color, it may also be personalized upon request with several optional items

Total production of the Maserati MC12 Corsa will not exceed 12 units worldwide.

KZ1


The KZ1 was originally conceived following on from the successes of Team Ascari. The idea was proposed for a road-going sports car based on racing technology. In the spring of 2000, that concept began to take shape in the form of the prototype KZ1. Now completed, the Ascari KZ1 has been transformed from a dream to a production reality.
The pleasure begins as you unlock the door and step inside. You'll find an elegant combination of interior materials, including leather, alcantara and brushed aluminium.
Press the 'Start' button and the powerful 5.0 litre V8 engine eagerly springs into life.
Inspired by the achievements of Alberto Ascari, the first double world champion in the history of Formula One, the Ascari KZ1 gives unparalleled performance and driveability in one of the world's most exclusive supercars.
A carbon fibre monocoque structure gives lightness and strength to the sleek mid-engined design, resulting in an aerodynamic drag coefficient (CD) ratio of a mere 0.35.

The normally aspirated 5 litre V8, 32 valve engine gives an effortless 500 brake horse power through a six speed manual gearbox to the rear wheels.
Beautifully designed, hand-crafted and built to exceptional standards, the exclusivity of the Ascari KZ1 is assured by the creation of only 50 cars.
The opulent sporting interior cossets the driver in fully adjustable leather sports seats which give great lateral support during dynamic cornering.
Uniquely designed polished aluminium controls sit on a leather trimmed dashboard with central 'Start' button emphasising our sporting heritage.
Climate controlled air conditioning keeps the generous interior space cool no matter how hot the driving experience.

Subtle back-lighting of the fascia gauges and controls set a relaxed mood whilst conveying all the vital information accurately at all times. Electric windows and door mirrors, CD player and remote central locking with Thatcham category 1 alarm and immobiliser complete the specification.
Interior colour schemes match the exterior paint options and are entirely at the owners discretion, with all colour combinations offered for the ultimate in creating a bespoke supercar.
Source - Ascari

Gumpert Apollo

Gumpert are now assembling a range of the most daring supercars built around Audi components. Their first saleable product, which has started its show rounds, is a production version of the Apollo mid-engine supercar seen earlier this year. It�s powered by a twin turbo Audi V8, and if the spec tables are to be believed, new owners can be treated to 60mph in just 3.0 seconds.

The Apollo just might be capable of such a run. Its carbon fibre body sits atop a chrome molybdenum alloy and steel frame that supports an RS6 engine cranked out to 650 bhp. With this setup the Gumpert has a better power to weight ratio than the big �Mac�Laren F1. Although, some customers might opt out of the carbon for a GRP body and a have the superchared 440 bhp option
to save a few dollars, or maybe a little sanity.

Other niceties include a sequential 6-speed transmission, a twin clutch system attached to that, an inboard suspension setup and as much down force as a DTM car. All of this down force is created by the under tray which means the Apollo has no fussy wings and instead, two massive venturis extending the length of the car that increase the drag to 0.43 Cd.

Sensibly, the Apollo has huge brakes hiding behind its 19 inch center-lock wheels. To keep speed in check, 8-piston calipers grab 15 inch discs on all four wheels and an ABS system is included.

Gumpert say they are production ready and can make cars ranging from 150 to 220 thousand euros. They are suggesting that a full-on race version might be feasible, but until then we patiently wait for The Nurburgring lap time.

General
Country Of Origin Germany
Year Of Introduction 2006
Base Price When New N.A
Body Type 2 Door Coupe
Curb Weight 2425 lbs
Powertrain Layout Mid Engine / RWD
Transmission 6 Speed Sequential
Engine
Configuration Twin Turbocharged V8
Displacement 4163 cc
Power 650 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Torque 627 lb ft @ 4500 rpm
BHP / Liter 156 bhp
BHP / Weight 591 bhp per tonne
Redline 7500 rpm
Performance
Top Speed 224 mph
0 - 62 mph 3.0 seconds

Wednesday, June 20, 2007

I'm off to Bad Camberg and European BugIn



Never had such stress before the holiday, seems that everything could go wrong went but luckily the Oval is now sorted and test driven 100 kms before 2000 more :-)

This is our crew, photo of Heeba's Razor is missing not that I am dissing him, just didn't have a photo at hand..







Update! Trip photos in here: www.terovirta.com

Tuesday, June 19, 2007

BMW 650i & BMW Billboard in Iran





Car 1: 2005 BMW 650i
Car 2: 2005 BMW 3 Series
Date: 2005
City: ???
Story: The photographer claims the owner purchased the 650i car for $140,000 Euros after import.

Saturday, June 16, 2007

Mercedes Benz SL 350 AMG (tuned)










































Car: 2006 Mercedes Benz SL 350 AMG (tuned)
Date: 2007
City: Tehran
Story: Custom white rims, Lamborghini doors, unique leather trim interior, & in-dash mp3 player. This car may be a customization from Lotec, which is a very exclusive German car company and tuner who made the famous Lotec Sirius. This car is not available in the US. (Thanks Mahshad for correction on the doors & thanks Marek Rodziewicz for the Lotec info.)