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Mercedes BRABUS still working it!!! - AlpineLA

2013-07-26T14:37:00.000-07:00

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By: Jake Lingeman

As the new Mercedes-Benz vehicles roll out of the shop in Stuttgart, Germany, tuner Brabus must be there waiting with open arms for its next project. Its latest is the 2014 S-Class.

The newest luxury car for the tri-pointed star already comes with a 4.6-liter, 449-hp, twin-turbocharged V8, but that obviously wasn't enough. For chrissakes, on Saturdays when all those S-classes go to the drag strip, you can't be the last one across the line, we imagine Brabus saying.

The S500 power upgrade for the newest Brabus is called the B50. That kit improves output to 520 hp and 604 lb-ft of torque. The 0-60 sprint time lowers to 4.2 seconds, and max velocity goes to 186 mph.

For the S63 AMG, Brabus makes the B63 and B63S kits. The B63 bumps the factory output from 577 hp and 664 lb-ft to 650 hp and 737 lb-ft, all on tap from 2,250-3,750 rpm.

The Brabus B63S pushes power even further up the ladder to 730 hp and 785 lb-ft of torque. All of that twist is offered from 1,750 to 5,000 rpm, and top speed is rated at 202 mph.

The B63S is distinguishable from less crazy Benzos by its gold heat-reflection system for the intake and charge-air pipes. The two factory turbochargers are replaced for more boost. The conversion also includes a low-temperature water radiator for the intercooling system, a free-flowing exhaust with 3-inch downpipes and special Brabus mapping for the ECU.

The sports exhaust system is also offered for the B50 and B63, which uses a controlled butterfly valve to switch between “sport” and “coming home.”

To keep all that speed stuck to the ground, Brabus installed an aero kit on the S-class, made from carbon fiber and plastic. The full setup will be unveiled at the Frankfurt motor show later this year.

A selection of 19-, 20-, and 21-inch wheels is offered, as well as Brabus-branded interior pieces and a lowering module that works with the stock Airmatic suspension.

BMW M3 No Competition Video

2013-05-15T09:23:00.000-07:00

Check out this BMW M3 No Competition Video made by genuinephotography on Instagram. A day in the life of a M3. This is a E92 M3 Coupe model performance. Pretty sick video, I might say myself.

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BMW ConnectedDrive: Animals at night BMW Group AlpineLA.com

2013-04-02T14:05:00.000-07:00

BMW ConnectedDrive

BMW Technology is way out there, something out of an Alien movie. BMW Making it safe year by year upgrading its technology for careless drivers. Which makes BMW a very accessible motor vehicle for anyone. This night vision feature notifies for any unwanted object or beings in your path so you can drive with no worries. More cars take after the BMW Technology. I'm still waiting for the day BMW comes out with a flying car, now that will be some exciting news. Don't you think???

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Mercedes Benz unveils its new Project to be released in 2014

2013-03-27T09:13:00.000-07:00

2014 MERCEDES BENZ CLA45 AMG

Mercedes’ CLA embodies fine German quality for a distinctly non-German price. We recently drove the CLA250, retailing for just $29,900, and found it fantastic. At today’s New York International Auto Show, Mercedes revealed the CLA45 AMG – a raucous, amped up version of the CLA250 in which we loved.

The CLA250 amasses just 208 hp, but when driving, it feels plenty adequate. The CLA45 AMG, by comparison, boasts 355 hp from its 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder, good for 332 lb. ft. of torque with a kick capable of dashing to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds. Starting at just $47,450, pocket change by AMG standards, the CLA45 AMG stands poised to create a real problem for its German rivals; we don’t get the BMW 1M in the U.S and the M3 costs well over ten grand more. The CLA45 AMG has few natural adversaries, allowing it to carve its own distinct path.

Whereas the CLA250 comes with a choice of either front-wheel drive or 4MATIC (Mercedes’ version of all-wheel drive), the CLA45 AMG comes standard with 4MATIC. No manual gearbox exists so buyers will have to make do with AMG’s 7-speed dual clutch transmission. That box, in all likelihood, will be more than capable of diminishing the whine reverberating from enthusiasts everywhere.

Visually, AMG’s latest offering displays its usual unique bag of details and carbon fiber tricks. But, when comparing to the CLA250 with the sports appearance pack, it doesn’t differentiate itself as prominently as expected. Still, it remains fabulously aggressive and, given what it packs under the hood, should be as exhilarating as riding shotgun with Buzz Aldrin.

In other Mercedes news, an electric version of the B-Class was unveiled today. With a range of 115 miles stemming from its 134 hp motor and a 0-60 mph time of around 10 seconds, it’s hard focusing on anything other than Mercedes’ latest AMG.

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BMW 4 Series, Sexy Beast is what we call it, Ultimate Driving Machine AlpineLA.com

2013-02-28T14:22:00.001-08:00

Check out this gorgeous piece of artwork, which is known as the NEW Ultimate Driving Machine from the Updated BMW Line Up. It has a whole new rare look which combines its classy and elegant look to its sexy beast sports car look. Check these pictures out for the new 4 Series BMW Coupe.

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Record Hit on Worlds Most Expensive Car Ferrari 1962 GTO $41 million

2012-12-20T10:21:00.000-08:00

1962 Ferrari 250 GTO for sale at $41 million makes bid for world’s most expensive car

1962 Ferrari 250 GTO

Just six months ago, a green 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO built for Sir Stirling Moss traded hands for $35 million, making it the most expensive car ever sold. That record may not stand another month if an anonymous American seller gets his asking price of $41 million for his 250 GTO — a sign that the market for Enzo Ferrari's most famous race cars may soon overheat.

Offered for sale by a London broker, there's little public detail about which one of the 39 known GTOs has been put on the market. It's one of 29 Series I GTOs, and one of 22 left-hand-drive versions, and the broker claims it has "great provenence and a very well cared for history by past and current owners," which only means it likely hasn't been burned in a wreck on the track.

When Ferrari built the V-12, 170-mph GTOs to race, with wins at Le Mans and around the world, there was never a thought that the cars would someday turn into near-venerated objects. Even a decade after their heyday, GTOs were often considered worn-out sports cars by collectors. Only in recent years, as the world's wealthy have begun to see collector cars as pieces of art, profit and coolness combined have their prices risen to stratospheric heights. By comparison, the most expensive new car for sale in the world — the Bugatti Veyron, starting at $2 million — seems a downright bargain.

The world of people who keep track of GTOs and their owners will know if and when a buyer puts down the $41 million. If no one bites, the collector car world will know that there's at least a temporary ceiling to demand for the right cars. If someone does pay for it, the question then becomes where the top really is, and who else might be willing to pay tomorrow's price for a 50-year-old Ferrari today.

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Yerevan Magazine AlpineLA.com

2012-06-13T17:03:00.002-07:00

We are featured in the May-June issue of Yerevan Magazine .... Circulated Worldwide... check us out... 45 Years and still expanding :)

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Rolls Royce Phantom flat black diamond covered Angel of Ecstasy Alpinela.com

2012-06-13T16:38:00.002-07:00

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And this is the diamond covered Angel of Ecstasy

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New BMW M - Commercial- Cake AlpineLA.com

2012-05-29T11:00:00.000-07:00

The new BMW M Commercial, its called Cake. Ultimate Driving Machine

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BMW Zagato Coupe Revealed AlpineLA.com

2012-05-26T08:44:00.001-07:00

BMW Zagato Coupe

BMW has debuted an amazing road-ready coupe show car built in association with legendary Italian styling house Zagato. The BMW Zagato Coupe will debut this weekend at the posh Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este car show in Italy.

What is the BMW Zagato Coupe?

The BMW Zagato Coupe is officially described as a one-off and has come about thanks to a friendship between BMW design senior vice president Adrian van Hooydonk and Zagato chief designer Norihiko Harada.

Does the BMW Zagato Coupe have heritage?

The BMW Zagato Coupe is actually the latest in a line of BMW collaborations with Italian styling houses. These date back to 1939, when a special BMW 328 clothed in Italian bodywork was created: it won the famous Mille Miglia race the following year.

Are there any more BMWs designed by Italians?

Other famous BMWs styled by Italians include the iconic 1978 BMW M1 - but, as BMW says, working methods used on the latest BMW Zagato Coupe collaboration are very different. They embrace digital sketching, Photoshop and CAD/CAS systems.

How traditional is the BMW Zagato Coupe?

The BMW Zagato Coupe is still, however, entirely hand built. Not only this, all the aluminium panels are hand-beaten by hand: aluminium sheet metal really has been shaped entirely by humans to create the stunning forms of the show car.

Which model is the BMW Zagato Coupe based on?

The bodywork of the BMW Zagato Coupe has been tailored to fir the rear-drive mechanical - but BMW has released no details of them. It is safe to assume they're based on one production Z4 variant, perhaps the 306hp Z4 sDrive35iS.

Is the BMW Zagato Coupe just a show car?

Amazingly, the BMW Zagato Coupe is fully road legal. It's been aerodynamically honed and has even been tested at high speed on the BMW test track.

Did BMW enjoy working with Zagato?

"Working with Zagato was a fantastic experience," said van Hooydonk. "It was extremely enriching for us to create something with people who share our understanding of good design and passion for cars."

Did BMW and Zagato get on with each other?

The shared petrolhead passion is, reckons van Hooydonk, what makes the BMW Zagato Coupe so special. "The open and constructive dialogue, with Zagato, their experience, craftsmanship and incomparable sense for forms. All of these gifts are wrapped up in the new BMW Zagato Coupe."

Has the BMW Zagato Coupe been crash-tested?

Intriguingly, BMW has not only stated the BMW Zagato Coupe is road-ready, it's also admitted the car meets all necessary crash regulations. Who go to such efforts for a one-off car? Unless, of course, it's not going to be a

one-off...

Has the BMW Zagato Coupe been created by petrolheads?

This is a genuine collaboration between auto enthusiasts, says BMW. The BMW Zagato Coupe is a BMW seen through the eyes of Zagato, showing the 'paired down visual mass' of Zagato within a profile that's unmistakably BMW.

What's with the roof of the BMW Zagato Coupe?

The BMW Zagato Coupe has the trademark Zagato double bubble roof: it wouldn't be a Zagato without this. The firm says the 'doppia gobba' roof gives more space for those wearing helmets, improves aerodynamics and also enhances the car's torsional rigidity.

What is the front of the BMW Zagato Coupe like?

The front of the BMW Zagato Coupe is low, wide and forward-surging. The bonnet contains additional air intakes - hinting at a high-performance turbo motor beneath? - and the design shouts 'BMW', thus achieving a key aim of Zagato.

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BMW M3 E92 Hitting the Race Track AlpineLA.com

2012-05-17T09:14:00.001-07:00

Disclaimer- this car was built to our client's spec. Seats, wheels, steering wheel/brakes and color scheme idea were provided by our client. Also, the rear brakes were on back order when these pics were taken, they will be on the car shortly ;-)

Our client brought us this 6MT E92 M3 fresh from the auction. It was in need of collision repair but the goal was simple: build a safe, well sorted and reasonably priced dedicated track day car. This is just the first phase of it's life - I suspect it will be a continual work in progress like many/most of the cars that our clients own.

Some highlights:
-E92 M3 6MT
-3230lbs ~400lb savings

Safety/Interior:
-Grand Am spec cage with L/R NASCAR door bars and dash bar. Done 100% in house.
-Lexan ¼ windows
-VAC race seat install kit
-TRS harnesses
-VAC steering wheel disconnect
-VAC diamond plate floor pans

Suspension/Braking:
-Brembo 365/345 kit
-Nitron NTR R3 3 way adjustable suspension
-Powergrid links
-VAC studs/spacers

Data:
-AiM Sports Pista
-AiM Sports Smarty Cam

Drivetrain:
-VAC remote oil sensor manifold
-Header back Fabspeed exhaust
-OS Giken Grand Am Spec clutch
-Active Autowerke tune
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Next Generation BMW Z4 on its way AlpineLa.com

2012-05-10T11:44:00.000-07:00

In 2015 BMW will introduce the next generation Z4. A BMW source told InsideLine that the 2015 Z4 will be more dynamic than the previous models by offering a more agile and sportier ride. Same source the change won’t be radical in order to avoid losing the fans of the current roadster.

The styling of the 2015 Z4 will go through changes, from the long hood found on the E89 Z4 to a shorter one.

The handling will be improved by creating a more balanced Z4 that takes advantage of the smaller and lighter four-cylinder engines. Last year BMW replaced the 3.0 liter six-cylinder powerplant with the smaller, more efficient and equally powerful N20 2.0 liter four-cylinder engine. Therefore the weight distribution in the new model will be vastly improved.

An interesting tidbit is reported around the new design of the roadster. The creative minds at BMW are working under a new set of design guidelines that will give the cars a look that carries over the next 15 years. “The thinking here is that the longevity of modern cars means that older BMWs still have an impact on brand image. So they’re now designed with timelessness in mind, avoiding stand-out features that might age quickly,” says InsideLine.

Porsche Boxter is the competitor BMW is looking to overcome and the next generation Z4 might offer a great contender.

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BMW M3 DTM takes on Audi and Mercedes Benz First Time AlpineLA.com

2012-05-08T09:27:00.000-07:00

The BMW M3 DTM cars are set to take on their Audi and Mercedes Benz rivals for real and for the first time in just over two weeks at Hockenheim (on April 29), but the race cars first face off in this photo session from Media Day, where for the first time the final DTM cars were revealed together. This will be BMW’s first DTM race since October 11, 1992.

Subject to the same regulations, the three German marquees' cars share similar general aero bits and styling, but each also maintains the

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Texas Showdown with the Fastest Cars AlpineLA.com

2012-05-04T09:14:00.003-07:00

Last weekend, the hot rodders known as the Texas Speed Syndicate invited as many massively modified street cars as they could muster to a face-off on an airstrip for the ceremonial title of King of the Street. Everything from Lamborghini Gallardos to Toyota Supras, Dodge Vipers,Chevy Corvette and Pontiac Trans Ams made an appearance, and simply getting on the tarmac usually required a minimum of 650 hp from multiple turbos. See the results of the races below.

These showdowns typically use roll-out racing, where the cars are allowed to get up to 60 mph in a certain distance before racing 1,450 ft. at top speed. Going into the competition, the favorite would have been the Alpha Omega Nissan GT-R of AMS Performance, which can turn some 1,550 hp at its wheels, but an engine failure after a few runs left the path open for one of two Italian entries from Underground Racing. You can see the races here, or an example of what its like to lose to a Gallardo here.

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Welcome the New Member to the AlpineLA Family- Project Phantom Completed AlpineLA.com

2012-05-03T09:42:00.000-07:00

2006 Rolls Royce Phantom Completed

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BMW F33 4 Series Convertible, What do you think? AlpineLA.com

2012-05-02T10:40:00.000-07:00

We're happy to share the first spyshots of the F33 4 Series Convertible with its top down and in operation. Earlier spyshots suggested that the 4 Series Convertible will retain its folding hard top mechanism, first introduced on the predecessor E93 3 Series Convertible. These spy photos officially confirm this. As far as we can tell, the hard top operation and design is largely similar to the E93's so we wouldn't be surprised if this was a takeover from the current car.

That's where the similarities end in these photos, as the F33 sports unique seat (look at the front ones) which remind us of the F12/3 6-series seats, and which could signal an upmarket position from the F30 3 series sedan. The exterior is still heavily camouflaged (no, the round rear lights aren't there to stay but just part of the camouflage as they allow BMW to hide the real rear lights design while meeting legal requirements for street safety), so it's still difficult to make out the final design. However, we expect the F33 (and F32 coupe) to be loosely based on the current F30 3-series sedan yet showing a more sportier, sleeker, and somewhat unique design.

The U.S. lineup will most likely include the N20 2.0-liter turbo inline four and the N55 3.0-liter turbo inline six currently used for the F30 3-series sedan. Perhaps both engines get a small power bump to reflect the upmarket approach of the F33 4 Series convertible. Expect the F33 to be available in Spring 2014. Yes, that's plenty of time left so stay tuned for more spyshots and information on the 4-series convertible.

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2013 Ford Shelby GT500 662 hp AlpineLA.com

2012-04-27T13:43:00.000-07:00

Speaking to a gathering of Mustang and Shelby fans in Los Angeles last week, the chief engineer of the upcoming 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 let slip the car's official stats: 662 hp, 631 ft-lbs of torque, and enough miles per gallon to avoid the gas guzzler tax. We've managed to confirm the numbers and add a few more that shows Ford will soon create not just the most powerful street-ready Mustang ever, but the most powerful sports car from any Detroit automaker.

For those who may get confused by the permutations of Shelby, Cobras and Mustangs on the market, the 2013 Shelby GT500 will still be rated below the altered Mustangs built by Carroll Shelby's own Shelby American shop, which can be tuned up to 1,000 hp. But it's still enough for the full factory-warrantied Ford to beat not just any Chevrolet Camaro, but the Chevy Corvette ZR1 and even the claimed 640 hp from the V-10 in the revived 2013 SRT Viper.

Jamal Hameedi, chief engineer for Ford's SVT division and the man in charge of the Shelby, told the gathering that the 2013 would get fuel economy of 15 mpg in the city and 24 mpg highway, for 18 mph combined -- a sufficient level to avoid a federal gas penalty, and 5 mpg better than the Chevy Camaro ZL1. He also said the GT500 has enough torque to snap to 60 mph in first gear; how it keeps from shredding tires at every stoplight remains an open question.

Ford shared with us a few other notes about the Shelby: It's still claiming the most powerful production V8 in the world, although Koenigsegg would disagree about what defines "production." Unlike the peaky engines of years past, 90 percent of the GT500's power from the supercharged 5.8-liter V8 is available between 2,000 revs and its redline; at just above idle, it's making nearly as much torque -- 395 ft-lbs -- as the Camaro SS makes at its peak.

One other tidbit, according to the Team Shelby forums: The engine runs so hot and requires so much cooling that the GT500 will do without any front grille. At a top speed supposedly near 200 mph, who would notice it's gone?

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Top 10 Fastest Cars in the World AlpineLa.com

2012-04-25T12:33:00.002-07:00

Bugatti Veyron Super Sport

From the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport to the famed McLaren F1, take a look at some of the fastest and most expensive super cars in the world.

Bugatti Veyron Super Sport

The Bugatti Veyron Super Sport reached a Guinness World Records-certified top speed of 431 km/h or 268 mph. However, as Guinness notes, the cars shipped to customers are restricted to 258 mph — to protect the tires, which don’t hold up well at the higher speeds. The Veyron Super Sport has four enlarged turbochargers and bigger intercoolers; the 16-cylinder engine has a total of 1,200 horsepower and 1,106 lb.-ft. of torque. It is the fastest road car in production. The SSC Ultimate Aero held the previous Guinness record of 255.83 mph. The Bugatti Veyron Super Sport, depending on production details and foreign-exchange rates, will cost between $2.4 to $2.6 million.

Hennessey Venom GT

The Hennessey Venom GT goes from 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds. If you want to go to 200 mph, it will take another 12.8 seconds. It has a 6.2-liter turbocharged V8 with 1,200 horsepower and a price tag of around $1 million. Hennessey Performance Engineering says it has a theoretical top speed of 275 mph, but it has been tested to a top speed of just 260 mph.

Koenigsegg Agera R

Koenigsegg Agera R

The Koenigsegg Agera R has been clocked at 260 mph and does 0-60 in 2.9 seconds. The company, however, claims the 2013 model has a top speed of 273 mph. The Agera, available in left- or right-hand drive, has a Koenigsegg aluminum 5.0-liter V8 with 1,140 horsepower. The price for the 2013 model hasn’t been announced yet. Earlier versions went for about $1.6 million. Remember that the optional winter wheels and tires can add another $12,000 to the price.

SSC Ultimate Aero

SSC Ultimate Aero

The Ultimate Aero, made by SSC North America, AKA Shelby SuperCars, goes from 0-60 in 2.78 seconds and has a tested top speed of 257.4 mph. SSC says it has a projected top speed of 273 mph. It has a SSC-designed aluminum V8 engine with 1,287 horsepower. It has a ground clearance of just 4 inches but the price is a little taller, starting around $650,000.

Saleen S7 Twin Turbo

Saleen S7 Twin Turbo

The Saleen S7 Twin Turbo is a two-door coupe with a 7.0-liter all-aluminum V8, designed by Steve Saleen. The car’s price tag in 2005 was $585,000. The Twin Turbo, with the later optional competition package, has 1,000 horsepower and goes 0-60 in 2.8 seconds. It’s been tested to a speed of 248 mph.

Koenigsegg CCX

Koenigsegg CCX

Koenigsegg’s back, with the CCX. This car’s V8 with 806 horsepower will get up to 245 mph and only cost about $550,000. The predecessor of the Agera R debuted at the 2006 Geneva car show and was designed for the U.S. market. It was produced in Sweden from 2006 to 2010.

McLaren F1

McLaren F1

The McLaren F1 super car hit 240 mph and went from 0-60 in 3.2 seconds in its heyday. Only about 106 were produced between 1992 and 1998. It’s famed for its batwing doors and its 627 horsepower, V12 engine. Its base price was around $970,000. Shown here is a 1993 McLaren F1.

Zenvo ST1

Zenvo ST1

This is the first Danish-designed super car, offering a version for the U.S. market with a 7.0-liter BMW V8, 1,250 horsepower and a top speed of 233 mph. The base price is about $1.8 million. The company has said it will produce only three of these cars each year. It’s offered with several options, including a tool kit, a tailored car cover and a roll cage with four-point safety harness.

Noble M600

Noble M600

The Noble M600 is a hand-built British super car that goes from 0-60 in 3.7 seconds and has a top speed of 225 mph. It has a twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 engine with up to 650 horsepower and the base prices is about $330,000.

Gumpert Apollo

Gumpert Apollo

The Gumpert Apollo debuted in 2005, designed to be a car that would be ready for both the street and the racetrack. It has a 4.2-liter V8 engine with a top speed of 225 mph. The designer, Roland Gumpert, says on the company website, “It has always been my dream to have a car with so much downforce, such aero-dynamic efficiency that you could drive on the roof of a tunnel at high speed. This car can do it.” The Gumpert Apollo hasn’t actually been tested upside down in a tunnel yet, though. Depending on the trim and options, the car runs about $300,000 to $450,000.

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Anybody want a $1.6 Million Ferrari Enzo AlpineLA.com

2012-04-25T12:09:00.000-07:00

Ferrari Enzo abandoned in Dubai to finally be auctioned off

Remember the poor Ferrari Enzo supercar abandoned inDubai last August?

Well, it’s still sitting in the same police impound lot we last saw it in, but it may have a bright future ahead.

The Enzo, along with several other exotics, is to be auctioned off in what the Daily Mail, via Jalopnik, claims is the most expensive police sale in history.

The person who abandoned the car is believed to be a British citizen who leased the Ferrari and then fled Dubai 20 months ago when they couldn’t afford the repayments and traffic fines.

It’s not uncommon to face jail time in Dubai for outstanding debts so we tend to see some financed vehicles abandoned, either at airport car parks or even the owner’s former place of residence. However, it’s extremely rare--and sad--to see something like a Ferrari Enzo left abandoned.

Other cars seized by authorizes in Dubai and set to be auctioned include some that were stolen and others that were abandoned after they were involved in accidents. Under local laws, any car left for more than six months becomes property of the state unless a clear title can be produced and there are no outstanding fines.

Ferrari Enzo supercars, of which only 399 were built for public sale, typically fetch up to a million dollars or more on the open market. It’s not clear who much this example will go for, though it should still be a princely sum despite the poor condition the car must be in.

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M6 Vs AMG63 by Royal Muffler

2012-04-25T12:01:00.000-07:00

Royal Muffler does a sweet number on these ride, check it out as they ride through the streets. A BMW M6 and Mercedes C63 coupe AMG. You can check more of their cars on www.royalmuffler.com

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BMW 328 Li Long Wheel Based AlpineLA.com

2012-04-23T11:30:00.000-07:00

Dr. Ian Robertson

Ni men hao ladies and gentlemen! I'm so happy to be back in Beijing. And I'm thrilled to present to you, for its world premiere, the new BMW 3 Series Sedan in the long wheelbase version!

At the BMW Group, we are driven to delight all of our customers. And, of course, we do this by understanding their needs and desires in every market we serve. The BMW 3 Series long wheelbase is a perfect example. It shows our focus on the Chinese customer, as well as our commitment to the Chinese market.

The 3 Series Li offers the perfect marriage of:

sporty performance,
elegant design, and
cutting-edge technology.

Customers here in China can choose from one of three available models, the:

BMW 320Li,
BMW 328Li, and the
BMW 335Li.

All three of these cars come with our latest TwinPower Turbo Technology, ensuring maximum power. And when it comes to sporty performance, the six-cylinder 335Li is ready to run with over 300 horsepower.

Tailored to the wishes of our customers, this car's performance has been expertly balanced with its elegant design. The luxurious interior makes use of high quality materials put together with precision craftsmanship.

And with an extra 11 centimetres added to its wheelbase, the BMW 3 Series Li offers the most comfortable rear seats in its segment. Its focus on aesthetics continues beyond the interior.

The exterior design language is striking: sporty and self-confident with a real presence. For those customers who desire an extra touch of individualization, this car will also be offered in the Sport, Luxury, and Modern Lines.

Both the BMW 3 Series Sedan in the long wheelbase version and the new BMW 3 Series Sedan will be available in China before the end of the year. Also coming soon are three very important vehicles for China. Celebrating their Asian premieres here in Beijing:

The BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe,
The new BMW X6, and
The BMW M6 Coupe.

We expect these models to be very successful in China with their incredible combination of stunning performance and design. Continuing to focus on our customers' needs and desires has led to exceptional growth for the BMW Group in China. In fact, this is our best start to the year ever.

In the first quarter, we sold over 80,000 BMW Group vehicles here in China – a 37% increase over the same period last year. We are confident our strong growth will continue as new models like the BMW 3 Series long wheelbase become available.

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BMW- Mercedes-Benz Head to Head AlpineLA.com

2012-04-21T09:14:00.000-07:00

Bimmer Vs. Benz

Mercedes Benz C250 Sport goes head to head with BMW F30 328i. Both cars are German Turbocharged 4-cylinder Sports Sedan, see which one reigns the supreme Sport Sedan. Here is a video check it out.

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Would you buy a Lamborghini SUV???? AlpineLA.com

2012-04-21T09:05:00.000-07:00

Lamborghini Urus SUV

The least-kept secret of the Beijing Motor Show spilled out today with the leak of these renderings showing Lamborghini's proposed new sport utility vehicle. Dubbed the Urus, the concept SUV would be Lamborghini's bid to cash in on the booming global market for high-end luxury SUVs -- if customers can accept the strange blend of supercar angles and racing tires on a high-riding hatchback.

While Lamborghini has flourished with new models under its ownership by Volkswagen, profits have remained elusive. With Porsche thriving thanks to its Cayenne SUV, other automakers now wonder just how big the market for people movers with some off-road capability might be; BMW keeps adding to its already full range of luxury SUVs, while Lamborghini stablemate Bentley's idea of the EXP 9F concept shows the dangers inherent in the concept. Lamborghini execs have said they have yet to win approval to build it -- but given demand for big vehicles in China and the Middle East, that seems like a formality ahead of a 2017 arrival.

Unlike Bentley, Lamborghini has a history with trucks; the LM002 SUV set the mold that the Hummer H2 would attempt to fill two decades later. The Urus -- named for the ancestor of modern bulls in Spain -- looks nothing like the LM002, drawing its styling from what a four-door Aventador might look like and its underpinnings from either the Cayenne or corporate cousin Audi. Many details such as specific engine choices remain under embargo; we'll have the full story on the Urus this weekend, but until then you can debate whether a Lamborghini SUV stands as a savvy move or just a lot of bull.

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R.I,P. BMW F10 M5 AlpineLA,com

2012-04-19T14:43:00.000-07:00

New BMW F10 M5 gone to Heaven. Its a like a new born baby dying when they just came into this world. How could you treat this car like that.

This 2012 M5 was traveling at top speed and lost control of the car as the driver braked for a car joining the highway. The 60 year old driver, 20 year old passenger, and a dog were all seriously injured, but are alive. Judging by the severity of the damage to the car, it's a testament to the M5's safety technology that no one was instantly killed.

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AlpineLA Motors BMW and Mercedes Car Owner Heaven AlpineLA.com

2012-04-19T10:41:00.000-07:00

We are one of the leading BMW and Mercedes Repair Shop/Parts Store in the Los Angeles Area. We even got the Dealerships Hating on us, and sending us letters that they are going to make us close our shops, because all there clienteles come to us for repairs. I mean why would you pay so much at the dealer when you can come to us, get the same O.E.M. Parts and Service for half the cost. We use the same diagnostic computers as them too.

Come by check us out, see what you like, were only here to help you guys. We are a certified mechanic shop, so don't be hesitant on bringing your vehicle to us.

Here are a couple pictures of cars that came by our shop:

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2003 Mercedes G-Wagon

1989 BMW M5

2006 Mercedes CLS550

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We do German vehicles only, call (323) 221-3126 and talk to Steve for Service or Tony for Parts

If you have a Volkswagen or Audi call (818) 985-5656 and talk to Sam for Service or Robert for Parts-that location is in North Hollywood.

We will try to give you the best possible prices in the market right now, were only here to help you out.

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2006 BMW 650i

2010 Dodge Viper

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