Mercedes SLS AMG Matte Editions Launched in Japan

<br /><center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMfxib_DdE89vv9AG2qUyAqdQvbF0GYwT4fiHsutyB_7fMAQlnB4-0F-REiazoTWhWtPjh5KJkZyv5R7OBU93FWT2S7ZRbLQ2pJjWVL28XGTProkKy5_J3ZVgSnLTfISn0BYyDdBhGFI8/s1600/JDM-Mercedes-SLS-AMG-Matt-2.jpg" target="_blank"><img alt="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMfxib_DdE89vv9AG2qUyAqdQvbF0GYwT4fiHsutyB_7fMAQlnB4-0F-REiazoTWhWtPjh5KJkZyv5R7OBU93FWT2S7ZRbLQ2pJjWVL28XGTProkKy5_J3ZVgSnLTfISn0BYyDdBhGFI8/s1600/JDM-Mercedes-SLS-AMG-Matt-2.jpg" height="402" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMfxib_DdE89vv9AG2qUyAqdQvbF0GYwT4fiHsutyB_7fMAQlnB4-0F-REiazoTWhWtPjh5KJkZyv5R7OBU93FWT2S7ZRbLQ2pJjWVL28XGTProkKy5_J3ZVgSnLTfISn0BYyDdBhGFI8/s1600/JDM-Mercedes-SLS-AMG-Matt-2.jpg" width="600" /></a></center><br />Mercedes has unveiled the new SLS AMG Matte Editions - the replacement for the current SLS AMG for Japan.<br /><br />The SLS AMG Matt Black Edition – only available as a roadster – comes with a designo Magno Night black exterior finish with a black soft top and red accents on the three-pointed star, grill fins, fin bonnet, fender fins, AMG Rear Emblem, 6.3 emblem and fuel lid. The interior has a two-tone color specification with Red/Black colors and the dashboard and door panels dressed in Nappa leather.<br /><span class="fullpost"> <br />The Matte White special edition boasts the same setup, except the red accents found on the Matte Black edition are black on the Matte White edition. A clean white pinstripe highlights the black tires and the interior is elegantly done in a black and white motif. Further, carbon-ceramic brakes are available on both models as an option, but no particular modifications on engine were performed on either of the models.<br /><br />The SLS AMG Coupe Matt in white costs 29 million Yen (US$366,400 / €293,500), while its Roadster sibling, 30 million Yen (US$379,000 / €303,500). <br /><br /><br /></span><br /><center><span class="fullpost"><a alt="Mercedes SLS AMG Matte Edition" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMfxib_DdE89vv9AG2qUyAqdQvbF0GYwT4fiHsutyB_7fMAQlnB4-0F-REiazoTWhWtPjh5KJkZyv5R7OBU93FWT2S7ZRbLQ2pJjWVL28XGTProkKy5_J3ZVgSnLTfISn0BYyDdBhGFI8/s1600/JDM-Mercedes-SLS-AMG-Matt-2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="87" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMfxib_DdE89vv9AG2qUyAqdQvbF0GYwT4fiHsutyB_7fMAQlnB4-0F-REiazoTWhWtPjh5KJkZyv5R7OBU93FWT2S7ZRbLQ2pJjWVL28XGTProkKy5_J3ZVgSnLTfISn0BYyDdBhGFI8/s200/JDM-Mercedes-SLS-AMG-Matt-2.jpg" width="130" /></a> <a alt="Mercedes SLS AMG Matte Edition" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqy6TbZGV23TUmE32vYYchbkjCflso_pcwRha9MxeBurwMw4k7he8FzMOuKeWNbrDNBA3OoIzqAmkWijqdzrvkqIrvcTRslkCCwFBVEJbmVQwyImIZT0gQaSozwurjyPkXy-JBttaCsbY/s1600/mercedes-benz-sls-amg-matte-edition-1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="87" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqy6TbZGV23TUmE32vYYchbkjCflso_pcwRha9MxeBurwMw4k7he8FzMOuKeWNbrDNBA3OoIzqAmkWijqdzrvkqIrvcTRslkCCwFBVEJbmVQwyImIZT0gQaSozwurjyPkXy-JBttaCsbY/s200/mercedes-benz-sls-amg-matte-edition-1.jpg" width="130" /></a> <a alt="Mercedes SLS AMG Matte Edition" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4pZyEa3EB9j8wx8PpWk023frfIesrGgRPR8rSiKQTMbmL2LnIc1YHq17XUC8y-cxSMpHWho-vCRobdxgZjZ5Svsgz5XurRQWK5I_qJ0jiPBC5LJyH-k-8JYXGHngEqu-55dsMlpDf5DQ/s1600/JDM-Mercedes-SLS-AMG-Matt-3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="87" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4pZyEa3EB9j8wx8PpWk023frfIesrGgRPR8rSiKQTMbmL2LnIc1YHq17XUC8y-cxSMpHWho-vCRobdxgZjZ5Svsgz5XurRQWK5I_qJ0jiPBC5LJyH-k-8JYXGHngEqu-55dsMlpDf5DQ/s200/JDM-Mercedes-SLS-AMG-Matt-3.jpg" width="130" /></a></span></center><span class="fullpost"><br /><br /><b>Press Release</b><b><br /></b><br /><i><b>Limited release the SLS AMG Matt Edition</b></i><br /><i></i><br /><i>limited number of special specification car mat paint body color (matte painting)</i><br /><i>- contrast exterior paint shine by special metal parts</i><br /><i></i><br /><i>Mercedes-Benz Japan Co., Ltd. (President: Nicholas Speaks, Head Office: Minato-ku, Tokyo), the super sports car "SLS AMG (coupe / roadster)" of the model dedicated to the AMG Mercedes matte painting of the setting and special (paintwork) will be released only through the authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer network across the country today that uses the metal parts of the special paint, the "SLS AMG Matt Edition".</i><br /><i>This special edition car, announced in September last year, was well received your "SLS AMG Matt Black Edition (coupe)", "SLS AMG Matt Black Edition (roadster)" which continues to "SLS AMG Matt White Edition and we offer three models (coupe / roadster). "</i><i><br /></i><br /><i>"SLS AMG Matt Black Edition (roadster)" is, designo Magno Night black metal parts (three-pointed star, grill fins, fin bonnet, fender fins, AMG Rear Emblem, "6.3" emblem, fuel lid on the exterior of (Black Matte) Red was to paint), and then produce a unique and powerful exterior. The interior will be two-tone color specification sheet Furureza Classic Red / Black, with a sense of unity with the exterior Motaseru, texture enhanced by using the dashboard and door panels in nappa leather material also.</i><br /><i></i><br /><i>"SLS AMG Matt White Edition (coupe / roadster)" is, designo adopted (will be added door mirror covers the contents above) metal parts that are special paint in matte black on the exterior (white matte) Magno Cashmere White, The interior specification will be Furureza of porcelain / Black. In addition, these special equipment are assembled at the AMG Performance Studio as a model for Japan only.</i><br /><i>AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension enhancing comfort and maneuverability electronically controlled damping force of the damper depending on driving conditions on all models, AMG performance steering (/ Alcantara ® leather), matte black paint AMG 10 spoke aluminum wheels (Matt Black Edition is the rim section is equipped with a red paint).</i><br /></span>

Mercedes SLS AMG Matte Editions Launched in Japan

Mercedes has unveiled the new SLS AMG Matte Editions - the replacement for the current SLS AMG for Japan. The SLS AMG Matt Black Edition – o...

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Lexus IS F CCS-R Race Car

<center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbRq-M5Pqtf9EUgTG9zvoI8IPDQXyAn2cPbqpptsbxd9EED5esEMxWc1Ayu7D0bR4cSbXxWLADV5rcGIlVhmdxz-WWnpL4mfFtqVGYtnMKvI5tF8HSNGCVSsz-olhUM6j8LYuLbmJ3Krk/s1600/Lexus-IS-F-CCS-R-Racer-1%255B2%255D.jpg" target="_blank"><img alt="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbRq-M5Pqtf9EUgTG9zvoI8IPDQXyAn2cPbqpptsbxd9EED5esEMxWc1Ayu7D0bR4cSbXxWLADV5rcGIlVhmdxz-WWnpL4mfFtqVGYtnMKvI5tF8HSNGCVSsz-olhUM6j8LYuLbmJ3Krk/s1600/Lexus-IS-F-CCS-R-Racer-1%255B2%255D.jpg" height="416" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbRq-M5Pqtf9EUgTG9zvoI8IPDQXyAn2cPbqpptsbxd9EED5esEMxWc1Ayu7D0bR4cSbXxWLADV5rcGIlVhmdxz-WWnpL4mfFtqVGYtnMKvI5tF8HSNGCVSsz-olhUM6j8LYuLbmJ3Krk/s1600/Lexus-IS-F-CCS-R-Racer-1%255B2%255D.jpg" width="608" /></a></center><br />Lexus has reveals the IS F CCS-R race car, ahead of its debut at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb on July 8, 2012<br /><br />The Pikes Peak Hill Climb is an annual automobile and motorcycle hillclimb to the top of the Pikes Peak mountain in Colorado. The track measures 12.42 miles with over 156 turns and climbs 4,720 feet.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />The car overall weight is 693 lbs. lighter than the stock model thanks to lightweight doors, exterior and interior carbon fiber parts, lightweight bucket seats and other .<br /><br />the Pikes Peak version is powered by a 5.0-liter V8 engine developing 416 hp and 371 lb-ft of torque, connected to an eight-speed transmission and a limited-slip diff at the back. That combined with the lightweight body should make it a helluva lot faster than the base car.<br /><br />Inside, the car is also stripped down to cut weight. The dashboard is replaced with carbon fiber, and there are lightweight seats. In total, it weighs in at 3,087 lbs, which is 693 fewer than the production version.<br /><br /><br /></span><br /><center><span class="fullpost"><a alt="Lexus IS F CCS-R race" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbRq-M5Pqtf9EUgTG9zvoI8IPDQXyAn2cPbqpptsbxd9EED5esEMxWc1Ayu7D0bR4cSbXxWLADV5rcGIlVhmdxz-WWnpL4mfFtqVGYtnMKvI5tF8HSNGCVSsz-olhUM6j8LYuLbmJ3Krk/s1600/Lexus-IS-F-CCS-R-Racer-1%255B2%255D.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="86" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbRq-M5Pqtf9EUgTG9zvoI8IPDQXyAn2cPbqpptsbxd9EED5esEMxWc1Ayu7D0bR4cSbXxWLADV5rcGIlVhmdxz-WWnpL4mfFtqVGYtnMKvI5tF8HSNGCVSsz-olhUM6j8LYuLbmJ3Krk/s130/Lexus-IS-F-CCS-R-Racer-1%255B2%255D.jpg" width="130" /></a> <a alt="Lexus IS F CCS-R race" 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href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwhV0EB4FrP2mR41YnH2wsud1NlXmNCie5wCS_R1HykRYhWDh4nIENzkSlghhTDaggMafwfe08CSvnGRcsYydIveGZEt_Rq0MZHw3CLE0FPwEB8_-MarcFCicV8n-QHQKZIbdCu3wQFC4/s1600/Lexus-IS-F-CCS-R-Racer-7%255B2%255D.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="86" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwhV0EB4FrP2mR41YnH2wsud1NlXmNCie5wCS_R1HykRYhWDh4nIENzkSlghhTDaggMafwfe08CSvnGRcsYydIveGZEt_Rq0MZHw3CLE0FPwEB8_-MarcFCicV8n-QHQKZIbdCu3wQFC4/s130/Lexus-IS-F-CCS-R-Racer-7%255B2%255D.jpg" width="130" /></a> </span></center><span class="fullpost"><br /><br /><b>Press Release</b><br /><b></b><br /><i><b>Lexus IS F CCS-R Race Car</b></i><i><br /></i><br /><i>EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS</i><br /><i>Wheelbase 107.5 in.</i><br /><i>Overall Length 187.4 in.</i><br /><i>Overall Width 71.5 in.</i><br /><i>Overall Height 54.5 in.</i><br /><i></i><br /><i>WEIGHT</i><br /><i>Curb Weight 3,087 lbs. or less (693 lbs. less than stock)</i><br /><i></i><br /><i>ENGINE</i><br /><i>Designation 2UR-GSE</i><br /><i>Displacement 5.0L</i><br /><i>Horsepower 416 @ 6,600 rpm</i><br /><i>Torque 371 lb.-ft. @ 5,200 rpm</i><br /><i>Fuel system SFI D-4 direct-to-cylinder injection with secondary port injectors</i><br /><i></i><br /><i>DRIVETRAIN</i><br /><i>Layout Front engine, rear-wheel drive system</i><br /><i>Transmission 8-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic with paddle shift and manual mode</i><br /><i></i><br /><i>EXTERIOR</i><br /><i>Orange mica exterior paint</i><br /><i>Reinforced monocoque (with roll cage)</i><br /><i>Carbon fiber hood, door handles, front fender, front spoiler, front canard, rear spoiler, ventilator</i><br /><i>Polycarbonate windows</i><br /><i>Lightweight door</i><br /><i></i><br /><i>WHEELS/TIRES</i><br /><i></i><br /><i>SSR</i><br /><i>18x8.5J, off-set 30 front</i><br /><i>18x9.5J, off-set 40 rear</i><br /><i>Yokohama /ADVAN NEOVA A050 tires</i><br /><i>245/40 R18 front</i><br /><i>255/40 R18 rear</i><br /><i></i><br /><i>BRAKES</i><br /><i>Brake cooling system</i><br /><i>Racing brake kit</i><br /><i>Stainless steel mesh brake hose</i><br /><i></i><br /><i>SUSPENSION</i><br /><i>Adjustable camber front upper arm</i><br /><i>Modified race suspension</i><br /><i>Reinforced bushings and mounts</i><br /><i></i><br /><i>EXHAUST</i><br /><i>Racing exhaust system</i><br /><i>OTHER MECHANICAL</i><br /><i>Engine oil cooler</i><br /><i>Transmission oil cooler</i><br /><i>Differential oil cooler</i><br /><i>Mechanical LSD</i><br /><i></i><br /><i>RACING EQUIPMENT</i><br /><i>120L fuel cell</i><br /><i>Air jack system</i><br /><i>Fire extinguishing system</i><br /><i>Data logger</i><br /><i>Kill switch</i><br /><i>Tow strap</i><br /><i></i><br /><i>INTERIOR</i><br /><i>Carbon fiber dashboard, center console, door and interior trim</i><br /><i>HANS compatible full bucket driver's seat</i><br /><i>Lightened interior (delete power windows, door locks, rear seats, roof lining, etc.)</i><br /><i>Six-point seat belt</i><br /><i>Small-diameter steering wheel with paddle shifters</i><br /><br /></span>

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BT Design ETAPE concept

<center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0SCpnkNNkQKYvTRjR6hDCMqFXNBjQRO9QvBPfEE8b56ydyibOZU6f_7Tgwyr3wnXUs5ugJxWxrZwuzW0VczT0UHZ1O6k5LgER64j5eEjsUuyQk_ONCeN3xyF9FpdszHIZjjbSGDQJKW0/s1600/BT-Design-ETAPE-1.jpg" target="_blank"><img alt="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0SCpnkNNkQKYvTRjR6hDCMqFXNBjQRO9QvBPfEE8b56ydyibOZU6f_7Tgwyr3wnXUs5ugJxWxrZwuzW0VczT0UHZ1O6k5LgER64j5eEjsUuyQk_ONCeN3xyF9FpdszHIZjjbSGDQJKW0/s1600/BT-Design-ETAPE-1.jpg" height="385" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0SCpnkNNkQKYvTRjR6hDCMqFXNBjQRO9QvBPfEE8b56ydyibOZU6f_7Tgwyr3wnXUs5ugJxWxrZwuzW0VczT0UHZ1O6k5LgER64j5eEjsUuyQk_ONCeN3xyF9FpdszHIZjjbSGDQJKW0/s1600/BT-Design-ETAPE-1.jpg" width="600" /></a></center><br />BT Design has unveiled a new Skoda concept at the 2012 Auto Mobil International Show (AMI) in Leipzig, Germany. The ETAPE Concept, as it is known, is a sporty pick-up truck based on the Czech crossover which is quite a sight in real life.The ETAPE Concept features plenty of changes from its four-door crossover cousin. <br /><span class="fullpost"> <br />Though the ETAPE is based on the production version Skoda Yeti, the Pickup concept has been given a complete overhaul with two doors, a wide body kit, a flatbed in the back and a new cabin. The concept also dons a new front and rear fascia, new side skirts, flared wheel arches housing larger alloy wheels wrapped in low profile tyres and redesigned interiors. The only aspect that is left unchanged is the car's bonnet. <br /><br /><br /><center><a alt="BT Design ETAPE concept" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0SCpnkNNkQKYvTRjR6hDCMqFXNBjQRO9QvBPfEE8b56ydyibOZU6f_7Tgwyr3wnXUs5ugJxWxrZwuzW0VczT0UHZ1O6k5LgER64j5eEjsUuyQk_ONCeN3xyF9FpdszHIZjjbSGDQJKW0/s1600/BT-Design-ETAPE-1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="87" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0SCpnkNNkQKYvTRjR6hDCMqFXNBjQRO9QvBPfEE8b56ydyibOZU6f_7Tgwyr3wnXUs5ugJxWxrZwuzW0VczT0UHZ1O6k5LgER64j5eEjsUuyQk_ONCeN3xyF9FpdszHIZjjbSGDQJKW0/s200/BT-Design-ETAPE-1.jpg" width="130" /></a> <a alt="BT Design ETAPE concept" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWc1dV1yc3z7aqU8wmAwgbXz4ik9eXDFEq5GsdMPO0rlaWPq6vNMCdXm_PUnDtFN13iWV-fTc5DZ2AixjH-mdLaqq49GKF9w6i9If2y4X-HI979VOWvGpSWp_YKQyCQVZLT9qu8zaucGk/s1600/BT-Design-ETAPE-3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="87" 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closely with the car manufacturer Skoda Auto a.s., so it is no coincidence that BA chose Skoda Yeti model to show example customization, which is very effectively adapted to its own open concept ETAPE. They want to demonstrate on Yeti the possibilities of starting their own design proposal, from major structural modifications to precise work of modelers in the development workshop. Cycle theme of exhibition commemorates the long-term commitment of Skoda Auto in this sports sector. Last but not least, there is the analogy of everlasting efforts of the motorists to escape from the ‚peloton‘ of serial production towards individuality.</i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>The trend confirms that individuality is desired goods on the road</i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>Customers of BT brand are individuals who desire uniqueness as well as companies which use modified cars with unique design to promote their own products and services. As currently displayed concept ETAPE shows, the possibilies are virtually endless. Ambition of BT brand, however, reaches even further, which is clearly illustrated by the words of Josef Zajicek, managing director and mastermind of the project: ‘We want to inspire individuals and the whole industry.Our aim is to provoke even greater demand for individualization of cars from both end user and manufacturers. At the same time we want to present the possibility of building a completely unique promotional vehicles to order to various companies. Here at Benet Automotive we have enough creativity as well as technical support needed for implementation.‘</i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>Invention is not improvisation</i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>On the exhibition piece ETAP, only front bonnet remains from the original body parts of Yeti. Reinforcing of the structure was solved with the help of modern computer technology. In addition to designers and engineers have also come into play other professions, like people working on car body, modelers, painters, uphosterers and many others.</i><br /><br /></span><p>

BT Design ETAPE concept

BT Design has unveiled a new Skoda concept at the 2012 Auto Mobil International Show (AMI) in Leipzig, Germany. The ETAPE Concept, as it is ...

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