Some weeks earlier it was announced about Autodelta company’s plans to launch a new version of Alfa Romeo, after 18 months of rigorous improvement would receive 159 J4 2.2 C to its full name. Recently there has been an official debut of the car, which, according to information received by car manufacturer, will come into sale starting from July, 1. Alfa Romeo 159 J4 2.2 C becomes the company’s third member of the bespoke J-series range, joining the Brera J5 3.2 C and Spider J6 3.2 C in the Autodelta line-up.
However, while the Brera J5 and Spider J6 models have focused on improving Alfa Romeo’s 3.2 V6 engine, the 159 J4 2.2 C will be launched with a supercharged version of the 2.2 JTS direct injection petrol engine. The addition of a Rotrex C30-74 supercharger and a specifically-developed system boosts the 2.2-litre unit’s power from the standard 185bhp up to 245 bhp, an increase of 60 bhp. Meanwhile peak torque is lifted from 230Nm to 290Nm, giving the sports saloon an extra 60Nm of torque.

Although Autodelta has not revealed full information about new Alfa Romeo, it is expected a sub-7,0 sec time for the 0 to 100km/h (62 mph) sprint. To complement the power increase, Autodelta has enhanced the 159 chassis dynamics by reworking the suspension that incorporates new dampers and springs and by adding a limited slip differential (LSD) that works on the front wheels. The J4 2.2 C also features uprated brake discs, which are additionally perforated at the front and rear, while the car sits on 19-inch alloy wheels wrapped in high-performance Dunlop Sp Sport Maxx GT tires (245/35 ZR19).

What concerns design, Autodelta has developed a splendid bodykit that involves front splitter, rear apron and side skirts, with the front and rear apron sections designed to fit the standard bumpers of the production Alfa 159.

Brabus has unveiled the restyled roadster Mercedes SL SV 12 S

The smart boy! Brabus has proved one more time that the top of the tuning scene is deservedly owned by the guys from Bottrop – and that’s for sure.

The new “male” in Brabus’ line is equipped with a boosted power unit borrowed from the model Rocket. The power of the 6.3-liter bi-turbo engine reaches the “moderate” 730 bhp and the torque is 1 320 Nm (which was electronically limited to 1 100 Nm). Power train – a modified 5-grade automatic with block-differential, which enables to keep hold of the wild nature of the car.

Speed figures are impressive as well. Not to 100 km/h is dealt with in 4 seconds, and the max speed reaches 350 km/h. It should be mentioned that the running gear has been equipped with a modified system of clearance setting (the car got lower by 25 mm) and high-performance braking system with front 375-mm 12-pyston and rear 355-mm 6-piston plates. The wheels are booted in 20-inch rims with front 255/30 and rear 305/25 tires.

As for the exterior of the novelty, Brabus experts offer a special body-kit for the SL. The kit features a huge front bumper with additional anti-fog lights, channels with integrated LED-lightning, rear-end bumper and a few spoilers, run-out and a small anti-wing on top of the boot. Special attention should be paid to the chrome double pipes of the exhaust system.

Technical Summary:

• Car Name – Brabus Mercedes SL SV 12 S
• Engine – 6.3-liter bi-turbo
• Power - 730 bhp
• Max torque – 1 100 Nm
• Max speed – 350 km/h
• 1-100 km/h – 4 seconds
• Price – No info

Carlsson SL500 CK50 – a “No-top” Carlsson

Two masters – two competitors. Carlsson and Brabus are really great tuners, with each model claiming to be the leader in its segment. I’ve written about one masterpiece by Brabus, and now it is high to time speak about Clarsson.

The latest novelty by Clarsson - Carlsson SL500 CK50 is inferior to Brabus in the amount of power (435 bhp vs. 730 bhp). Nevertheless, the world of tuning is much more than jus bare power – there is style, performance, impression etc. Clarsson experts are undoubtedly good at all of this.

They say “clothes count for first impressions”, and Clarsson does its best to prove that the exteriors of its cars are impressive and exquisite – a front bumper with a lip and a spoiler, side skirts and a compact rear end part with a run-out and a spoiler on top of the boot. The package is rounded by the 2 double chrome exhaust pipes.

As for the power unit, following the trustworthy scheme the experts implemented a new ECU into the 5.5-liter V8 engine, then added a modified air-filter and sport exhaust system. The result – 435 bhp and not to 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds. The max speed of Carlsson SL500 CK50 is 293 km/h. The car is equipped with high-performance braking system and “C-Tronic Suspension.” The wheels are booted in 20-inch Ultra Light 1/16 rims and front 255/30 and rear 305/25 tires.

The interior is furnished with alcantara, leather, aluminum and carbon

Technical Summary:

• Car Name – Carlsson SL500 CK50
• Engine – 5.5-liter V8
• Power - 435 bhp
• Top speed – 293 km/h
• 1-100 km/h – 5.1 seconds
• Price – No info

Weber Bullet: The Incredible Weber F1 Faster One

Weber F1 “Faster one” - smile, driver!

In its substance Weber F1 is a unique supercar that, despite all the negative comments aimed at its design, got into shape and was unveiled as a brilliant car ready to be launched serially this summer. Weber F1 is a representative of an excellent fresh style.

The Swiss did not miss their target – the novelty became a great result of the concept which was shoed back in 2007 in Monaco. The body – absolute exclusiveness, where the front end resembles some mustached merry fellow who can easily reach 400 km/h. Veyron competitor, isn’t it?

Such brilliant performance features are enabled by the 900-bhp power unit with 7.1 liters bi-compressor V8 engine borrowed from Corvette. The max torque of the engine reaches as high as 1 050 Nm. The transmission is the development of Weber and it is represented by a sequential 6-grade semi-automatic with steering-wheel levers. Not to 100 km/h is dealt with in 2.5 seconds, not to 200 – 16.2 seconds. It seems impossible, doesn’t it?

The secret of such figures is the body. It is a carbon bolide which weighs 65 kg (and the majority of the body’s weight fall on aluminum alloy parts). The brakes is high-performance ceramics represented by 380-mm plates and 12-piston supports. The wheels are covered with 20-inch rims with 285/25 and 325/25 tires.

To cut the long story short, Weber F1 is a stunning car looking at which one can smile at the design and cry over the price – 995 000 euro. Who will be the first?

Technical Summary:

• Car Name – Weber F1
• Engine – 7.1-liter bi-compressor V8
• Power - 900 bhp
• Max torque – 1 050 Nm
• Max speed – 400 km/h
• 1-100 km/h – 2.5 seconds
• Price – 995 000

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