German tuner Mansory pays homage to the Ferrari Enzo presenting an aerodynamic kit for the 458 Spider that is heavily inspired by the famous hypercar, which is about to celebrate the 10th anniversary of its launch. This special “Monaco Editon” will be produced in just three units and use a lot fo aesthetic enhancements mainly made of CFRP. Front end and bonnet have been re-disigned in order to improve the aerodynamic behavior of the car, while new air-outlets made of carbon fibre have appeared beside the headlights. The same material has been used for side skirts and roll bar, while at the rear we find a big diffuser made of CFRP that includes a couple of squared mufflersright in the middle.

The combination of all these ultra-light parts resulted in an impressive 60 kg weight loss that will work with the revised electronics (that brought an extra 20 hp and 20 Nm of output) to improve the performance figyures of the standard model: its 0-100 km/h (62 mph) sprint time is 3.2 seconds, while top speed is now 330 km/h (205 mph).

Top notch leather upholstery with contrasting stitching has been used for the cabin (quite notably for the floor as well). Ride height has been reduced by 20 mm, making for an even lower centre of mass. This particular rendition of the Ferrari 458 Spider rolls on 20″ alloys at the front and 21″ at the rear, fitted with Michelin PS2 tyres measuring 245/35 and 305/30 respectively.

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We talked about the upcoming Porsche 918 Spyder just a few posts back, and here is the first bunch of spy shots showing us a prototype caught on film while testing in Germany. The pictured model sports the new, almost-definitive livery of the 918 Spyder even though the model is not supposed to make its debut on the markets until the second half of the next year.

Some people consider this car as the spiriutal successor of the iconic Carrera GT (that was listed in Porsche’s line-up some ten years ago) and just like the Carrera GT, the 918 Spyder will have a removable top, that by chance is open in the pictures. As previously stressed out, the 918 Spyder will be a hybrid supercar powered by a 4.6-litre V8 credited with an output of 570 hp, a 109 hp electric motor at the front and a 120 hp electric motor at the rear: in other words, the 918 Spyder is expected to deliver close to or more than 800 hp.

With a price tag expected to be in the 660,000 € area (roughly 530,000 £ / 850,000 $) this will not be the sort of car that you will be able to see at every corner, but since it is believed that only 918 units will be produced, chances are that you will only get to see it live at some motor show next fall and that’s it.

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The supercar Marussia B2 is sold-out: all 500 pre-orders have been filled already. The first production of the Russian-designed supercar will start from spring 2013. The B2 shares chassis and mechanics with the B1, but have very different aesthetics. The two supercars also share the same Cosworth-sourced 3.5-litre V6 engine, available with power outputs of 300, 360 and 420 hp. These impressive figures combined with a contained weight of just 1100 kg allow the coupe to burn the 0-100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds.

New official videos dedicated to the Toyota GT 86, the latest Japanese sports car built in collaboration with Subaru (that owns a twin sister version of the model, called BRZ). The car boasts an extremely low weight and low center of gravity combined with a 4-cylinder boxer naturally aspirated engine with 200 hp: the perfect recipe to ensure the greatest driving pleasure!

We had a taste of it a week ago and we can tell you it is a product that “works”: soon we will reveal our driving impressions in detail. Meanwhile, if you have any questions about Toyota GT 86, do not hesitate to ask, we are more than happy to answer them.

Aston Martin has released a new video showing the highlights of the history of V12 Zagato. Starting from the DB4GT Zagato, the first vehicle produced by Aston Martin in partnership with Italian carmaker Zagato, the video chronicles the stages of production of the car, including tests carried out by two prototypes competing at the Nurburgring 24 Hours race.

To mark the 50th anniversary of this successful collaboration and to pay tribute to the iconic DB4 GT Zagato, Aston Martin has created the V12 Zagato, a true supercar with a 6.0-litre naturally aspirated V12 engine with output rated at 517 hp and 570 Nm of torque.

Performance figures for this car are impressive: acceleration from standstill to 100 km/h is covered in just 4.2 seconds and top speed is 305 km/h. These are the result of excellent balanced suspensions and a specially designed chassis, which allows the car to perform well both on the road and on the track. Production is limited to 150 units only.

The new BMW 4-Series Convertible (or 3-Series convertible, depending on which source you give more credit to) has been caught again by our photographers, and this time we spotted it with its foldable top down. Apparently, the spring has arrived in Germany too as these two guys from BMW thought it was a good idea to go out for a spin with the latest, hottest convertible prototype from the Bavarian manufacturer. Well, we surely agree and appreciated that.

The new BMW 4-Series is being developed on the same platform the latest 3-Series, with the ranges sharing the same engine line-up as well. However, rumor has it that a Coupe and a Convertible version of the 4-Series will come with the engine of the next M3, that is a 3.3-litre 6-cylinder unit credited with an output in the 450 hp region.

The new generation of the Ford Mustang is expected to surface in 2015, and here is a new rendering which has recently surfaced on the internet that some ‘insider’ from the US claims to be pretty close to what the final design of the model will be. The new Mustang is likely to become a global model, meaning it is being designed to meet the tastes of both American and European customers, but it will also retain several elements recalling the previous generations of this popular muscle car. However, according to website Inside Line, at the moment the Blue Oval isn’t really considering the idea of exporting it abroad.

The style of the new model will probably be more aggressive too, with a sleeker and lighter body that should draw some inspiration from what we have seen with the Evos concept. The Detroit-based manufacturer has already confirmed that the overall design and proportions of the model will remain the same (hence the long boot and short tail) whereas the technical contents will be enhanced with the adoption of a lighter frame as well as a fully independent suspension systems, both of which will improve its driving accuracy.

As for the engine range, rumor has it that a brand new supercharged 4-cylinder engine will replace the current V6, ensuring the same kind of performance with much better fuel consumption and CO2 emission figures. Almost needless to say, a classic and powerful V8 will also be part of the game. The definitive version of the next Mustang is likely to make its debut at the 2014 New York Auto Show.

The worldwide popularity of Chevrolet Camaro’s latest generation surely got some extra boost from having gome a regular feature in the Transformers movies, mainly because the main character got himself one and it can turn into the “Bumblebee” Autobot. In the wake of this successful sci-fi film, Switzerland’s O.CT-Tuning has created a special package for the model specifically dedicated to the “Transformer Edition” Camaro, which was released by the American carmaker to celebrate the success of the saga on the silver screen.

The aesthetics of the car are absolutely loyal to the model starring in the movie directed by Michael Bay, but under its bonnet there’s a spiced-up version of the already frighteneing standard 6.2-litre V8 unit: with the addition of a add a supercharger and a new stainless steel exhaust system, the good guys from O.CT managed to boost its output of 602 hp and 681 Nm (503 lb/ft) of torque up to 630 hp with 730 Nm (538 lb/ft) of peak torque.

However, if you don’t own a Camaro Transfromer Edition, you don’t need to worry as OC.T-Tuning can take care of that too, providing a movie-based paint-job inclusive of Autobot logos on center caps and front quarter panels. Add a set of 20″ black-painted alloys, some black stripes and a flashy high-wing spoiler and there you have it. Flying robot conversion not included.

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Mercedes-Benz releases a new official video starring their frightening C63 AMG Coupe Black Series, third model of the ‘Black Series’ line and - in the comparison with the standard model - it boasts a special aerodynamic package (inclusive of includes front splitter, fixed rear spoiler with adjustable blade and the so called ‘flics’ on the front bumper), a set of 19″ alloy wheels fitted with 255/35 tyres at the front and 285/30 at the back, a track widened by 40 mm at the front and 75 mm at the rear and lager fenders too, more specifically by 56 mm at the front and 84 mm at the rear.

The C63 AMG Coupe Black Series is pushed by a 6.3-litre V8 (M156) credited with an output of 517 hp at 6,800 rpm with 620 Nm of torque. This unit weighs 196 kg and provides for excellent performance figures: 0-100 km/h (62 mph) sprint time of 4.2 seconds with a top speed of 300 km/h (186 mph).

Other highlights of this model include its AMG Speedshift 7-speed dual clutch transmission, fully adjustable AMG coil-over sports suspension, the AMG high-performance composite braking system (with red-painted 6-piston calipers at the front and 4-piston calipers at the rear), a 3-mode ESP (ON, OFF e Sport+). The professional video above indulges on many of the car’s outstanding features, but we bet its massive roar at the beginning of the clip will have you jumping on your seat. Give it a go.

Here are a few spy shots revealing the definitive look of the upcoming Mini Countryman Coupe, arguably one of the most ‘eccentric’ projects of the Anglo-German carmaker. The model is the final evolution of what we had seen with the Paceman prototype, meaning a compact crossover with a more ’sporty’ attitude than the standard Countryman model it is basically based upon. For this model the Mini designers decided to get rid of the rear doors, a choice that implied a change of the whole rear section of the car as well.

This new Countryman Coupe will position itself in the same niche of the market ruled by the Range Rover Evoque, although the different size and price-tag of these two models will have them competing in two different segments of the market. The model is scheduled to make its debut at the 2012 Paris Motor Show in September. Just as a reminder, the Mini Paceman measured 4.11 meters in length, 1.79 in width and 1.54 in height.

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Lamborghini has announced a new special version of the Gallardo LP 550-2 that will be launched on the Malaysian market only. The supercar will be called Lamborghini Gallardo LP 550-2 MLE Limited Edition and will benefit from the lightweight of the Superleggera kit and rear-wheel drive.

Externally, it will have the Gallardo Superleggera kit, with a very aggressive front bumper, new carbon fibre side skirts, new rear diffuser, rear spoiler and new titanium exhaust system. Each car will have a “MLE Limited Edition 20” plaque to commemorate its special edition status.

The Lamborghini Gallardo LME will mount the same 5.2-litre V10 engine with 550 hp as the Gallardo LP 550-2 Valentino Balboni and will use the same drive system. The Italian supercar is offered in a selection of three unique colours, Arancio Borealis, Verde Ithaca and Blanco Monocerus and will be limited to 20 units only, with a price of 421,400 Euro.

Audi has released the price list of its new TT RS plus Coupe and Roadster, two models even more powerful and more exclusive than the traditional TT. Prices start from £48,945 to £52,265, £3,085 premium over the TT RS, the power has been boosted by 20hp to 360hp and the torque is up by 15 Nm increasing to 465Nm.

Thanks to the tuned 2.5-litre five-cylinder TFSI engine and seven-speed S-Tronic twin-clutch transmission, the Audi TT RS plus can sprint from 0 to 100km/h in 4.1 seconds for the Coupe and 4.3 seconds of the Roadster. The maximum speed has been increased from 250 (155mph) to 280km/h (174mph), electronically limited. Despite these impressive numbers the German carmaker states consumption figures of 8.49 litres for the Coupe and 8.59 litres per 100km for the Roadster.

Aesthetically, the TT RS plus sports 19-inch five-spoke Rotor alloy wheels, matt aluminum details on the grille, carbon fibre-reinforced polymer door mirrors and blacks oval tailpipe trims. The sports exhaust system is standard on this model. Even the engine compartment of the new Audi is finished in carbon.

Ordering possible from May, first UK deliveries in the summer. Below is the full price list for the United Kingdom.

Audi TT RS plus Coupe:

Manual: £48.945
S-Tronic: £50.285

Audi TT RS plus Roadster:

Manual: £50.925
S-Tronic: £52.265