Roush Europe Launches the Ford GT based 600RE

Ford might have finished the GT's career but that doesn’t seem to bother the tuning-world. So after the Edo Competition GT, Roush Europe came out with a super-limited edition of Ford’s retro-looking supercar, available in just 10 units from “Avro Motor Cars” based at the historic Brooklands site in Surrey. Dubbed 600RE, Roush’s black-beauty boasts a number of features including an engine upgrade raising power and torque (though Roush doesn’t give any figures) along with a few subtle visual improvements like the sexy black powder coated rims. –Press Release after the jump

PRESS RELEASE

Roush is a name that has become synonymous with the Ford GT. To mark the end of production of these fabulous cars, Roush have developed a very limited edition series of cars called 600RE. Based upon the Ford GT Supercar, this exclusive limited edition boasts a number of features including an engine upgrade - raising power and torque and providing the Roush 600RE with even greater levels of acceleration and performance. The 600RE has also enjoyed the Roush styling treatment both inside and out and comes complete with additional features to enhance its unique appearance.

The vehicle is designed and assembled at the Roush Technical Centre, based in Brentwood, Essex; which is also the only official Ford GT service centre in the UK. The 600RE is being marketed solely through Avro Motor Cars in Surrey.

Roush Europe’s Marketing Manager James Bassett says: “The Roush 600RE builds upon the success we achieved from the Roush 420RE Mustang. We have again, taken a winning formula and enhanced those areas with features which our customers have asked for. The Roush 600RE is a truly exclusive edition and takes the fantastic Ford GT forward - even further”…

• The new Roush 600RE features include:
• Upgraded Supercharger Pulley System
• Unique Vehicle Numbering And Identity Plaques
• Unique Keyed Light Pack
• Tubi Exhaust System
• Tinted Glass
• Transmission Oil Breather System
• Colour Keyed Hoses
• Black Powder Coated Wheels
• (Optional) 4-Point Harness Pack

Production of the 600RE is limited to only 10 Vehicles and demand is expected to quickly exceed supply. The 600RE is only available from “Avro Motor Cars” based at the historic Brooklands site in Surrey.

Technorati: Roush, Ford+GT, Tuning, auto+news, car+news, automobile, cars, automotive, vehicles, Carscoop, blogs, 2007

Colagno To Celebrate Ferrari’s 60th Anniversary With A Limited Series Bike

In commemoration of Ferrari’s 60th anniversary, Colnago will introduce a limited series bike at the CHINA CYCLE show held in Shanghai from May 4-7. Dubbed "Colnago for Ferrari", the bicycle is based on the Colnago Extreme Power frame, completely made in carbon fibre and assembled through lugs. The bicycle will feature the classical red livery, symbol of the ''cavallino rampante'' house, and on the front a stylized Italian tricolour flag. This is not the first time that Colagno has created a bicycle for Ferrari, as the relationship between the two began about seven years ago with the introduction of the Ferrari-branded CF1. Note: The bike in the photo is not the commemorative "Colnago for Ferrari" but the CF4

Technorati: Ferrari, Colagno, Bike, auto+news, car+news, automobile, cars, automotive, vehicles, Carscoop, blogs, 2007

Transformers: Build your own Chevrolet Autobot

Chevy’s marketing love for Transformers is moving up a level with the launch of a new website dedicated to Autobots. You can choose from a series of Chevy models (Avalanche, Aveo, Cobalt, Equinox, HHR, Impala & Silverado, but unfortunately, not the Camaro…) and customize them; theoretically speaking cause, to be honest, we got quickly bored and let it go. As for our Jalop friend’s quest for the perfect Decepticon, we wouldn’t look towards the Mustang but to Toyota; now there’s a true-blue enemy… Via: Jalopnik , Source: Chevrolet

Technorati: Transformers, Autobots, Decepticons, Chevrolet, auto+news, car+news, automobile, cars, automotive, vehicles, Carscoop, blogs, 2007

2009 VW Passat Facelift Rendering

Although it’s way too early to be talking about a redesign since the 6th generation Passat was only launched two years ago at the 2005 Geneva Show, nevertheless it’s quite interesting to see what the German press has to say about it. Autozeitung believes that VW will proceed to a facelift in 2009 –most probably at the 2009 Geneva Show, with aesthetic changes including a redesigned front end inspired from the upcoming Tiguan. Mechanic-wise, the German magazine suggests that VW will substitute also present the Groups new 122Hp 1.4TSI in the range which will also include 1.6, 2.0 and 3.2 V6 engines. –Continued below

We’ll agree with Autozeitung that the most possible launch date for the hot-selling in Europe, Passat is spring 2009, however, we think that VW will replace the Passat’s normally aspirated 1.6FSI and 2.0FSI engines with the Group’s new 122Hp 1.4TSI and 160Hp 1.8TFSI motors. We also think that the engine substitution will occur quite earlier, maybe even in this year’s Frankfurt Motor Show in September.

See the Rendering here: Autozeitung

Technorati: VW+Passat, auto+news, car+news, automobile, cars, automotive, vehicles, Carscoop, blogs, 2007

Mercedes S-Class Tuning: ASMA Design Eagle II Sport Edition

What; an ASMA without a Darth Vader grille? Oh come on, that’s so, so disappointing. I guess ASMA’s latest Mercedes S-Class bodykit is addressed towards a more subtlety-bad-tasted crowd. But there’s no need to worry as all who which to make a fashion/taste statement through their ride ASMA is still offering the “Eagle I” S-Class pacage. -Press Release & High-res pics after the jump

Press Release: ASMA Design Eagle II Sport Edition

The new Project becomes through our amazing performance kit a never seen experience on the roads of Germany. This amazing model is crowned with the name “Eagle II“. The powerful wings of an eagle which are symbolized by the typical ASMA Design Air Intakes in the front fenders of the car, the perfect body kit with the typical ASMA Design elements and the bi-colour painting are creating this dominating presence.

Promises are promises and we keep our promises because we put another accent on the rear which makes you scared like the dominating front and the exhaust system.

Its body control is just stunning, its combination of comfort and structural integrity masterful. The ASMA Design wheels on the front axle in 9,5 x 21 inch and on the back axle in 11 x 21 are completing the excellent design of the car. The wheels are on the front axle vast 255/30/21 and on the back axle 295/25/21.

• Engine 5.5-liter V-8
• Horsepower 425 bhp @ 6000 rpm
• Torque 430 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm
• Transmission 7-speed automatic
• Brakes, Front 13.9-in. vented discs
• Brakes, Rear 12.6-in. vented discs

Via: eMercedesBenz , Source: ASMA

Technorati: Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes+S-Class, ASMA, tuning, auto+news, car+news, automobile, cars, automotive, vehicles, Carscoop, blogs, 2007

Lancia Musa Getting Ready For a Facelift

Seen here undergoing testing in Italy, Lancia’s redesigned mini-MPV will be officially unveiled at the forthcoming Frankfurt Show in September. Like its Fiat Idea counterpart, Lancia’s Musa is exactly what we’d call a commercial success in Europe. The facelift comes about 3 ½ years since the Musa debuted at the 2004 Geneva Show and it’ll include an overhaul of both ends (bumpers & lights) along with a revised interior. According to our info Lancia is also considering adding Fiat’s new 120Hp 1.4 Turbo engine in the Musa’s range. –Continued after the jump

Via: Le blog auto , Source: Vroom

Technorati: Lancia+Musa, auto+news, car+news, automobile, cars, automotive, vehicles, Carscoop, blogs, 2007

Bentley Continental GT’s Very... Light Facelift

And when we’re saying light-facelift we really mean it; as Car Magazine who posted up the pics characteristically notes, “only those with a magnifying glass and an anorak will notice the differences”. So, once you get your Sherlock Homes toys together and compare current version and scoop pics you’ll just end up with a subtlety redesigned front bumper with a new mesh detail and repositioned air intakes. That’s it? Well, according to Car we should also expect a slightly redesigned rear bumper, a new set of alloys and mild changes in the interior. Via: Car Magazine

Technorati: Bentley+Continental+GT, auto+news, car+news, automobile, cars, automotive, vehicles, Carscoop, blogs, 2007