Novitec tune the Maserati Quattroporte

German tuner Novitec definitely had a tough task on its hands when asked to improve the performance and styling of one of the best looking saloons on the market. However, it did have a few major accomplishments under its belt to back it up. These are, after all, the same guys that had the guts to modify a Ferrari Enzo and it appears that they haven’t changed the gorgeous lines of the Quattroporte.

The same can’t be said as to what’s under the hood. Engineers have optimized the car’s ECU, lifting the engine’s cutoff to 7,800rpm and increasing output to 413hp (304kW) at 7,100rpm. A new stainless steel exhaust system with two 83mm tailpipes on either side ensure power is increase right across the rev range, and also sees that torque jump to 468Nm at 4,650rpm.

The rolling stock has also come in for an upgrade, including an adjustable coil over suspension with stainless steel shock absorbers and aluminum spacers for the 20in light-alloy wheels. These are shod with 285mm Pirelli P-Zero rubber at the rear and smaller 245mm tires up front.

source: Novitec via Motor Authority

Ferrari 599 GNB Fiorano Tuning

The Ferrari 599 is too slow, not aggressive enough, and it could do with a few more luxury goodies.
So goes the thinking of Richard Hamann and his German tuning firm.

We're not convinced by the styling mods Herr Hamann has come up with, which include a three-piece rear diffuser and massive 21in alloy wheels, but there's no doubting the engineering work that has gone into the engine.

The 6.0-litre V12 has an extra 53bhp liberated to give 673bhp, which is claimed to boost top speed to 215mph.

As for the goodies, Hamann will happily kit out a 599 to whatever spec you like, including a Playstation so you can race a Ferrari inside your Ferrari.

As for the price, reckon on forking out at least another £50,000 on top of the price of buying a 599 in the first place.

Tuning the S-Line A4 B7 from Europe

Today, LLTek Motorsports announced on a new, dynamic and reasonably-priced lower add-on spoiler; a styling component designed specifically for the S-Line Audi A4 B7 model. Manufactured in Germany, the spoiler promises superior quality assurance in automotive grade ABS materials and fitment – a well-documented history from this well-known design studio and factory. This styling upgrade represents a unique tuning option for Audi’s S-Line A4 B7 models given the car’s smaller production numbers.



The S-Line A4 has already been well-received by owners in Europe and is expected to be just as welcome here in North America. LLTek’s optional and exclusive MatchPaint service (using premium quality German paint materials from Herberts Standox) is available for this S-Line project. MatchPaint service simplifies all projects in terms of both timelines and logistics.





Complementing this kit is LLTeK’s new badge component for the new RS Look. The RS Badge with an eye-catching “Red and Silver” color scheme is great for front grills, side marking and trunk placement. The badge is attractive in its own right and any tuned car would profit in appearance, even if the car is not part of the RS Look program. Pricing is set for the introductory offering at $33.00 per badge or $55.00 for a set. The badges are easy-install “prep, peel and press” 3-D plastic graphics using auto-grade adhesives.
For more information on this S-Line A4 B7 conversion kit, badging and many other products visit LLTek's website at:

www.lltek.com/PRS_bin/PRS_entire_list.htm

source: fourtitude