Mercedes-Benz has been manufacturing the SL since 1954. Now in its sixth generation, the grand tourer’s popularity shows no sign of diminishing. Revealed at the January 2012 North American International Auto Show, the new SL (R231) now features an almost entirely aluminium body shell, making it significantly lighter than its predecessor – around 110kg lighter […]
The M3 is BMW’s performance enhanced version of their popular 3 Series model. For the M3, BMW’s in-house motorsport division, BMW M GmbH developed more powerful and responsive engine, improved suspension and braking systems, replaced a number of components with lighter weight materials, and added aerodynamic body enhancements, all resulting in a car that, whilst […]
The Vantage is described by Aston Martin as the archetypal hunter: a born predator, raw, and instinctive. Its sleek, iconic lines and 4.0 litre twin-turbocharged V8, producing that distinctive, visceral Aston Martin roar certainly builds that impression. The Vantage’s athletic stance and agile handling add to the legend and achieving 0-62 mph in 3.6 seconds […]
ALPINA is a car manufacturer in its own right but has been partnering with BMW for more than four decades to produce some of the most exclusive, best handling and powerful vehicles available. Combining BMW luxury and innovation with ALPINA’s engineering prowess, these vehicles deliver stunning performance whilst being efficient and keeping the emissions within […]
The Jaguar F-Type originally appeared on the scene in 2013 as a cabriolet with the coupe making its debut in 2014. With its striking looks and Big Cat pedigree, the F-Type has been a popular choice for those looking for a combination of British style and thrilling performance. With the R-Dynamic, replacing the old S […]
The Cayenne is Porsche’s answer to the SUV market and on its release in 2003, marked a significant departure from Porsche’s trademark sports car designs. Exceeding all expectations, the second-generation Cayenne arrived in 2011 and benefited from several modifications including LED daytime running lights, tailgate tail lights and a more exaggerated slanting roof-line for improved […]
The Land Rover Defender is made to go where no other vehicle has gone before – it’s the epitome of what a capable off-roader should be. With a rugged engine, this tough all-terrain vehicle will pretty much get you wherever you need to be, whatever the weather. Largely unchanged over the 60-year production run it […]
In a world where cars have gone super high tech, Lexus decided to focus on old-school fun with the launch of the GS F. A luxury sports saloon, the GS F is powered by a 5.0 Litre V8 engine that delivers 471bhp at 7100rpm and produces 530 Nm of torque. Put succinctly, the GS F […]
Lotus is a British manufacturer of lightweight sports cars and racing cars. Founded by Colin Chapman who built his first competition car in 1948, Lotus Engineering was inaugurated in 1952 and has gone on to enjoy success both on the track and off. Now a global brand, Lotus is celebrating its 70th anniversary with a […]
Detailing isn’t only for new cars and supercars: it’s for any vehicle that represents someone’s passion. This 1971 Classic Mini Cooper S was a perfect example. Originally owned by an American serviceman stationed here in the UK, it was sold in 1978 to a gentleman by the name of Richard Newton, a Mini enthusiast with […]