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Renowned German car tuner Novitec has launched a range of upgrades for the Ferrari 488 Pista. Let us see what is on offer for those who are able to afford the Italian automotive's finest.

The super sports coupe made its first public appearance early last year, powered by the marque's strongest 3.9 V8 to date. Its 720 hp (530 kW) and 770 Nm (568 pound-feet) of torque were unsurpassed until the Ferrari SF90 Stradale debuted in May 2019. The hybrid hypercar sourced 780 hp (582 kW) and 800 Nm (590 lb-ft) from its 4.0 V8 alone, making it the new flagship.

Today, Novitec addresses that by putting the 488 Pista on par with the SF90 in terms of sheer engine power. The Stage 2 kit, which is obviously the only one we would be interested in, squeezes 802 hp (598 kW) along with 898 Nm (662 lb-ft) out of the 3.9 V8 mill. The performance per liter thus rises from 184.5 hp/l to 205.5 hp/l, which is better that the SF90 can do (195.5 hp/l).

In fact, few engines exist in the world that exhibit this level of raw efficiency: the Mercedes-Benz AMG A 45 S and CLA 45 S both squeeze a superb 211.5 hp/l from their turbo-fours, and the Koenigsegg Jesko hypercar leads the ranking with 1,600 hp total (1,120 kW) and 316 hp per liter.

As always with Novitec, there is a whole range of other upgrades, including a stancing kit (-35 mm / -1.4” ride height), hydraulics that can temporarily lift the car by 40 mm (1.6”) to drive over speed bumps, an extensive carbon aerodynamic kit, and a new exhaust system with an impressive soundtrack. Customers may also choose from 30 different kinds of wheels ranging between 21 and 22 inches in diameter.

The standard sprint occurs 0.15 seconds faster with the Stage 2 kit, and the top going speed rises from 340 to 345 km/h (211.3 to 214.4 mph). In terms of acceleration performance (2.7 seconds 0-100 km/h), the Novitec 488 Pista still lags behind the SF90 Stradale (2.5 s), but compensates for that with the higher maximum speed. The Italian hybrid-powered flagship stays firmly ahead with its 1,000 hp (745 kW) combined performance rating.

Late last year, California-based car shop Performance Technic Inc. showed us its own rendition of the BMW M3 (F80). The executive car boasted BBS LM-R three-piece forged wheels, KW Variant 2 suspension, a carbon aero kit and a gorgeous Atlantis Blue paint. A few days ago, the version 2.0 of the same tuning came out.

Compared to its predecessor, the BMW M3 (F80) Atlantis Blue 2.0 sports a BMW GTS hood, fiberglass fender flares by Dinamann, and powerful Brembo B-M4 brakes with orange calipers.

Inside, the Studio RSR roll cage painted to match the body is the single biggest highlight.

Wrapping up the list is the revised engine bay, now richly trimmed with carbon for an especially neat and tidy look.

Better than version 1, don’t you think?

U.S. car company Brown Lee Performance has launched a special edition of the Ford Mustang in its fabled Le Mans Gulf livery. The series is dedicated to the racing history of the Ford marque.

One major selling point comes in the form of the stock 5.0-liter supercharged V8 boosted to deliver a whopping 811 hp (605 kW) along with 915 Nm (675 lb-ft) of maximum torque. The transmission can be six-speed manual or ten-speed automatic.

Customers are invited to choose either Fastback or Convertible. Both sport carbon body kit parts, new suspension, and livery inspired by the GT40 racecar.

The cabin greets the viewer with a combination of leather and Alcantara, livened up with blue and orange touches.

A total of 119 Gulf Heritage Mustang will roll off the tuner’s workshop, priced at U.S. $140,000 each before options. Brown Lee Performance provides a 36-month guarantee with every vehicle.

California-based supercar manufacturer Rezvani has held an official reveal event dedicated to its all-new SUV, the Tank X. The car can be obtained with a Dodge Challenger SRT Demon engine rated at 1,014 hp (756 kW), making it the world’s strongest production SUV.

The newcomer comes based on the stainless-steel Jeep Wrangler frame. The body has been designed 100% anew, meaning there is not a single panel from the original Tank to be seen. The exterior gives off distinct military vibes, and the designers say they focused on making it look as athletic as possible.

Powering the vehicle is a 6.2-liter V8 engine fitted with a mechanical supercharger that squeezes 1,014 hp (756 kW) and 1,180 Nm (870 pound-feet) of torque from it. Customers may still opt for more affordable versions rated at 274, 289 and 500 hp (204, 216 and 373 kW, respectively). The latter of the three is a diesel engine. Manual and automatic transmissions are available in all versions.

There is also a special trim version of the SUV called Military Edition, which packs heavy-duty suspension and chassis, Kevlar-reinforced body, a night vision system, bulletproof windows, a special fuel tank that can seal itself automatically in case of a leak, strobe lights, a smoke cannon (gas masks included), and a first aid kit complete with anti-hypothermia solutions.

In its most basic implementation, the Rezvani Tank X costs U.S. $155,000. The Military Edition lies $140,000 above that, and 1,014-hp versions start at $350,000.

Even in its factory guise, the Mercedes-Benz X-Class is quite a capable pickup truck when it comes to braving the wilderness. Imagine what this custom build by delta4x4, based on a Mercedes-Benz X350 D 4Matic, can do.

The car comes equipped with a three-liter diesel V6 rated at 258 hp (192 kW) and 550 Nm (406 lb-ft) of torque. Despite the fact that the X-Class is technically similar to the Nissan Navara, it boasts an in-house designed engine.

The tuner increases the road clearance from 202 to 222 millimeters (7.9 to 8.7 inches) and installs a roll cage onto the truck bed. Other notable features include a redesigned front bumper with a bull bar, fender flares, and custom wheels (available in sizes ranging between 17 and 23 inches). There is also a LED panel on the roof.

This is not the first time we are seeing a modded X-Class truck, and more will likely come. On the other hand, Mercedes is considering putting the expensive model out of production due to insufficient demand. If it happens, we won’t see it re-released with the company’s signature 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8, which is a pity.

Porsche 911 – one of the most tradition-laden sports cars out there – has recently gone through another iteration. The new 992 is said to be both stronger and more pleasant to drive than any of its predecessors, and we expect it to be quite popular among customers. Apparently, so does H&R, leading German aftermarket suspension manufacturer.

The lowering kit the company just unveiled is fully compatible with the car’s stock Porsche PASM absorbers. Once installed, the springs bring the body 30 mm (1.2 inches) closer to the ground on both axles, stancing the 992 nearly as low as possible while also giving it extra cornering performance at higher speeds.

The certified, Made-in-Germany springs cost €439 per set. Owners of the Porsche 911 (992) will also be able to opt for H&R Trak+ wheel spacers when those come out.

Bugatti has recently finished piecing together the 200th Chiron and reported that it had fewer than 100 units left in the production queue. Most of those are likely sold out by now, anyway. VDM Cars, a dealership in Gronau, Germany, has a better offer.

The seller is currently seeking a new owner for a barely-driven Chiron clad in a dark-blue carbon-fiber body. Understandably enough, the price is not a public matter, but informed sources say the bodywork alone comes close to U.S. $500,000. Given extensive other customizations, we would say the whole hypercar is a good deal more expensive even than the standard Chiron.

Speaking of which: custom additions include dark blue wheels, enormous orange brake calipers, and an interior decorated in the same dark blue/orange gamma with occasional aluminum and visual carbon inserts.

Despite this, chances are pretty good that the car sells soon. According to Bugatti ex-CEO Wolfgang Dürheimer, the average client of the French luxury marque owns 84 cars, 3 jets and a yacht. Parting with U.S. $500,000 should be a breeze to them.

Singer Vehicle Design celebrates its 10th birthday this year. Ten years is not much at all by tuner standards, but the dedicated Porsche restomod builder has already found international acclaim as one of the best ones. At the upcoming Monterey Car Week, the team will once again demonstrate the last year’s crowd favorite, the Porsche 911 DLS.

The full name of the car is ‘Dynamics and Lightweight Study’, which highlights the current priorities of the U.S. classical tuner pertaining to the Porsche 911 (964) series: improving dynamics and minimizing curb weight.

The restomod packs a custom 4.0-liter, air-cooled six-cylinder mill designed with the assistance from Williams Advanced Engineering. The unit is rated at 500 hp (373 kW) and revs up to 9,000 RPM.

Such renowned racing drivers as Chris Harris and Marino Franchitti took part in developing and testing the vehicle.

Singer says the production will launch soon, without specifying the planned number of units. Prices begin at U.S. $1,800,000 and only go upwards from there.

Despite its impressive engine power and renown as James Bond’s ride of choice, the Aston Martin DB5 has never been too popular among the wide audience. The reason? Lack of inside space.

This is something Sir David Brown, once the owner and CEO of Aston Martin, had the unpleasant experience of discovering firsthand. His hobbies notably included polo and hunting, and neither the polo gear nor the hounds fitted into the car trunk.

They say Sir Brown immediately called for a meeting of the engineering department, where he put his largest dog on the table and said he wanted a new DB5 designed, large enough ‘for him to sit in’. Since the company had no production lines to spare at the time, Harold Radford & Co Limited carried out the order.

A total of 12 such Aston Martin DB5 Shooting Brake was produced in 1965. Their original pricing is lost to history, but contemporary estimations placed it on par with two average real estate items in England.

This means the winning bidder might end up in seven-digit territory when the vehicle goes under the hammer at the next RM Sotheby’s sale on August 15, 2019. Having changed ownership twice, the ultra-rare DB5 sports 1,132 liters (40 cubic feet) of trunk space, a new 4.7-liter engine fitted with three carburetors, a five-speed ZF transmission, R.S. Williams suspension springs, and modern 15-inch wheels styled in an appropriate retro fashion.

Given that the cabin, drivetrain and chassis are all in top condition, we would not expect discounts of any kind.