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JAS and Pininfarina Unveil the $1M Tensei: A Carbon-Fiber NSX Restomod
automotive3 days ago

JAS and Pininfarina Unveil the $1M Tensei: A Carbon-Fiber NSX Restomod

JAS Motorsport and Pininfarina have unveiled the finished Tensei, a high-end restomod of the 1990s Honda NSX. The project transforms the classic sports car into a modern supercar with a 414 hp V6 engine, carbon-fiber bodywork, and a limited production run of 35 units. Priced at approximately $985,000 excluding the donor vehicle, the Tensei aims to bridge the gap between the original NSX and contemporary performance standards.

via Carscoops|
#automotive#honda-nsx#jas-motorsport
Seven Four-Cylinder Cars That Defy Supercar Conventions
automotive9 days ago

Seven Four-Cylinder Cars That Defy Supercar Conventions

Jalopnik highlights seven four-cylinder vehicles, ranging from the 1960s ASA 1000 GT to the 2024 Lotus Emira, that achieve supercar-level performance through lightweight construction, turbocharging, or advanced engineering. These models challenge the traditional definition of supercars, which typically requires V8, V10, or V12 engines. Key examples include the Lotus Esprit, which reached 170 mph with a 300 hp four-cylinder, and the Alfa Romeo 4C, which uses a carbon-fiber monocoque to achieve a 0-60 mph time of 4.2 seconds with just 237 hp. The list also features rare homologation specials like the Porsche 968 Turbo S and the single-seater BAC Mono, demonstrating that cylinder count is not the sole determinant of high performance.

via Jalopnik|
#alfa-romeo#automotive#four-cylinder-engines
Tate lawyers say luxury posts are marketing ploy, not wealth proof
world1 month ago

Tate lawyers say luxury posts are marketing ploy, not wealth proof

Lawyers for Andrew and Tristan Tate say their display of yachts, luxury cars and watches is a marketing tactic to boost online engagement and income, not evidence of real wealth, as they confront U.S. extradition over rape, assault and trafficking allegations. The court filings note rented vehicles (including high-end cars) and a so-called prop passport, arguing the imagery is hyperbolic and part of a business model, while the siblings face related civil actions and international proceedings in the UK, Romania and elsewhere.

via The Guardian|
#andrew-tate#extradition#online-influence
Lamborghini Dismisses Manual Return While Rivals Chase Three-Pedal Cars
business1 month ago

Lamborghini Dismisses Manual Return While Rivals Chase Three-Pedal Cars

Lamborghini chief Stephan Winkelmann says the brand has no plans to reintroduce a manual gearbox, arguing its pipeline of electrified, high-performance models takes priority despite McLaren and Ferrari reviving three-pedal cars. The last Lamborghini with a manual was the Gallardo LP560-2 50th Anniversary edition, and the Murciélago SV was the final V12 model with a stick. With models like the Revuelto and Temerario, Lamborghini is focusing on faster, more complex propulsion rather than a manual option, even as rivals push for driver-centric transmissions.

via Carscoops|
#automotive-industry#business#lamborghini
Gemballa Marsien GT: an 830hp Porsche 959-inspired road hypercar
technology2 months ago

Gemballa Marsien GT: an 830hp Porsche 959-inspired road hypercar

Marc Philip Gemballa’s Marsien GT turns a donor 992 Turbo S into a road-focused homage to the Porsche 959, with bespoke carbon bodywork, central-scoop bonnet, Akrapovic exhaust, and a tuned 830hp twin-turbo flat-six; priced around £1 million (GT conversion €770,000 plus donor car and options), it promises 0–62 mph in 2.4 seconds and a 205 mph top speed as a usable road car rather than a track weapon, with roughly 30 units planned.

via Top Gear|
#830hp#car-tuning#marsien-gt
Ferrari’s 12Cilindri Manuale: a V12 with a manual vibe and auto versatility
supercars3 months ago

Ferrari’s 12Cilindri Manuale: a V12 with a manual vibe and auto versatility

Ferrari unveils the 12Cilindri Manuale, a naturally aspirated 6.5L V12 with rear‑wheel drive that pairs an open-gated six‑speed manual with a by‑wire system that can trigger an eight‑speed dual‑clutch auto (the manual uses the first six gears the auto uses the last two). It delivers 820hp and 500 lb‑ft, reaches 0–62 mph in 2.9 seconds, and tops at 211 mph. Only 1,499 Tailor Made cars will be built, priced from about €590,000 (roughly €190k more than the standard €400k car).

via Top Gear|
#12cilindri-manuale#by-wire#dual-clutch
Bentley finds 100 faults in rebuilt Continental GT during a “proper” service
cars3 months ago

Bentley finds 100 faults in rebuilt Continental GT during a “proper” service

After a months-long rebuild, Mat Armstrong takes his Continental GT to Bentley for a definitive service; technicians uncover more than 100 faults, with the standout issue being a cracked engine mount that could affect alignment and safety, prompting further costly repairs even as Armstrong continues with plans for a Monaco road trip.

via supercarblondie.com|
#bentley#bentley-continental-gt#cars
Six V10s Prove Reliability Can Match Performance
cars5 months ago

Six V10s Prove Reliability Can Match Performance

Despite a history of being considered fragile due to inherent V10 imbalance, Six models—the Dodge Viper, Ram SRT-10, Lamborghini Gallardo, Audi R8 V10, Lexus LFA, and Lamborghini Huracán—show that these engines can be highly reliable when well maintained. The article cites sources like Top Gear, Edmunds, CarFax and MOT data to illustrate strong reliability across generations, while noting a few model-specific issues (e.g., early BMW M5).

via Jalopnik|
#cars#dodge-viper#lamborghini-gallardo
Granborghini: UK seniors get turbocharged joyrides to beat loneliness
inspiring5 months ago

Granborghini: UK seniors get turbocharged joyrides to beat loneliness

An English charity called Granborghini pairs UK seniors with supercar owners for joyrides to combat loneliness. Founded by Mark Cody after his grandmother's death, it recruits volunteers like Betty Tynan to organize outings, with support from supercar owners such as McLaren. Participants report feeling like rock stars and years younger after the rides, illustrating how a bold, feel‑good approach can address social isolation among retirees.

via Good News Network|
#charity#elderly#granborghini