2007 Beck LM 800 Supercar twin turbocharged V8

2007 Beck LM 800 Supercar twin turbocharged V8

The Beck LM 800 is built on the principle of lightweight and aerodynamic efficiency. It uses composite materials to to keep the weight down and a form over function styling brief to keep the frontal area and drag coefficient to a minimum.
The LM 800 is a supercar from Beck Engineering & Composites GmbH based in Switzerland. The Beck LM 800 went on show in January 2007 in Vienna.
The construction of the Beck LM 800 is similar to that found in Formula 1 race cars with a carbon, Kevlar and aluminium composite monocoque protecting the driver and passenger, as well as providing a rigid base to attach the engine and transmission mounts and front control arms of the chassis. The LM 800 has an electronically controlled, hydraulic active chassis also influenced by F1 technology, which reacts to telemetry data and helps to keep the car firmly stuck to the road.
The engine is a V8 especially produced by MTM for the Beck LM 800 with a displacement of 4.2 litres and, thanks to two turbochargers, delivers a performance of around 650 HP (variable from 550 - 1000 hp) to the drive shaft. The drive unit is designed in such a way that even acceleration is achieved across the entire range up to a top speed of over 217 mph. The semi-sequential 7-speed gearbox is perfectly coordinated with the Beck LM 800 and reacts instantly to driver input.
The wheels of the Beck LM 800 are specially made and formed from aluminium. An in-built hydraulic jacking system makes tire changes a breeze.

Introduces 2009 Honda Jazz

In today’s climate of high petrol costs, small cars are rapidly increasing in popularity as Aussie motorists move away from large cars and SUVs to something a little more frugal.

The timing then for Honda’s Australian release of the second-generation Honda Jazz could not be more perfect, as its spacious interior, light weight and thrifty engine line-up looks to be just the thing to give cash-strapped motorists some relief at the petrol pump.

The look of the 2009 Honda Jazz may be familiar to most of you, but the sheetmetal is all new. It’s a little chunkier than the outgoing model and the front now sports an almost Civic Type R-ish visage. The tailgate is a little less squared-off than the old model too and the sides are a little more dynamic than the featureless slabs of the 1st-gen Jazz, thanks to more pronounced rear fender flaring and a few strategically-placed body creases.

The new Jazz comes in three trim levels: the base GLi with a 73kW 1.3-litre engine, the more powerful VTi which comes with an 88kW 1.5-litre inline four and side and curtain airbags; and the top-spec VTi-S, which adds a sportier front and rear bumper, side skirts, cruise control, leather steering wheel and 16-inch alloys to the VTi’s equipment.

ABS brakes with electronic brake force distribution and dual front airbags are standard across the Jazz range, however you’ll need to check the box for an optional Safety Pack if you want side and curtain airbags on the GLi.

While sub-100kW power outputs wouldn’t even excite your great-grandmother, the new Jazz’s engine lineup’s biggest drawcard lies indisputably in its fuel economy. The 1.3-litre sips just 5.8 litres per 100km when equipped with the 5-speed manual, while the 1.5-litre needs just 6.4 litres to travel the same distance with the same gearbox.

The 2009 Jazz can also be optioned with a newly-developed 5-speed automatic, the only one of its kind in the compact car segment. The automatic VTi-S also gets a pair of steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters for rowing through the ratios.

The suspension has also undergone some changes for 2009. Steering geometry has been revised to endow the Jazz with a 9.8 metre turning circle, while new suspension bushes and a redesigned rear torsion beam improve handling.Honda Australia has made no mention of when the exact release date is, or of the pricing for the various models, but we’ll be sure to let you know as soon as the information comes to hand.

2007 Dodge Caliber SXT, $9890.00, "Like New", Warranty, New Orleans Used Cars

2007 Dodge Caliber SXT SOLD

* 41,394 Miles

* 2.0L 4 Cylinder

* Automatic

* Power Windows/Locks

* Factory Cd Player W/ Auxiliary Adapter

* Factory Alarm

* Key Less Entry

* Clean Title

* CarFax Available

* Cold A/C

* This Dodge Caliber is in superb condition. $9890.00 includes a 6-month/6000 mile nationwide warranty!

2002 Chevy Trail Blazer LS, $7995.00, Low Mileage, Very Clean

2002 Chevy Trail Blazer LS SOLD

. 67,676 Miles
. 4.2L V6
. Automatic
. Cold A/C
. Factory Cd Player
. Factory Alloy Rims
. Factory Alarm
. Key Less Entry
. Power Windows/Locks
. Clean Title
. Carfax Available
. This Chevy Trail Blazer is in tip top condition. Runs excellent. Low Mileage. $7995.00 includes a 6-month/6000 mile nationwide warranty!

Johnson Controls rolls out re3 plug-in concept vehicle

You may not be seeing the car itself roll off an assembly line anytime soon, but Johnson Controls is hoping that some of parts in its new plug-in concept vehicle will eventually find their way into a few production vehicles. The car, dubbed the re3, made its debut at the Detroit Auto Show this week, and packs a whole slew of gadgetry, including an "extended cluster" with a 7-inch touchscreen, a seat-wing armrest and controller that moves some of the controls away from the dash, and a lithium-ion battery pack that makes use of "active cooling" and is able to be tucked in between the two front seats. Johnson Controls also says that the car makes use of renewable materials throughout and, supposedly, it can seat five people relatively comfortably. No word on any interest from automakers just yet, but you can get a closer look at it courtesy of autoblog at the link below.
[Via: Engadget ][Tag: concept, concept car, concept vehicle, ConceptCar, ConceptVehicle, johnson controls, JohnsonControls, plug-in, re3 ]

2006 Saturn Vue Red Line, $10995.00, 1 Owner, Fully Loaded

2006 Saturn Vue Red Line SOLD

. 82,630 Miles

. 3.5L V6

. Automatic

. One Owner

. Fully Loaded

. Leather

. Sunroof

. Fog Lights

. Power Windows/Locks/Seats

. Factory Alarm

. Key Less Entry

. Clean Title

. Factory Cd Player

. Heated Seats

. On Star

. 18" Factory Alloy Rims

. This 2006 Saturn Vue Red Line is immaculate! This Saturn is "Like New". A beautiful Vue. Come test drive it today. Buy it for the low price of $10,995.00 which includes a 6-month/6000 mile nationwide warranty!

2005 Jeep Liberty Renegade, $9295.00, One Owner, Sunroof

2005 Jeep Liberty Renegade SOLD
. 89,149 Miles
. 3.7L V6
. Automatic
. 1 Owner
. Sunroof
. Keyless Entry
. Factory Alarm
. Factory Cd Player
. Roof Rack
. Clean Title
. Carfax Available
. Power Windows/Locks
. Cold A/C
. This Jeep Liberty Renegade is in tip top condition! $9295.00 includes a 6-month/6000 mile nationwide warranty!!

1998 GMC Jimmy SLT, $4995.00, Fully Loaded, New Orleans Used Cars, Trucks, Vans, and SUVs

1998 GMC Jimmy SLT SOLD

` 131 ,774 Miles
` 4.3L V6
` Automatic
` Leather
` Sunroof
` Cold A/C
` Clean Title
` Carfax Available
` Power Windows/Locks
` Factory Alarm
` Key Less Entry
` This GMC is in excellent condition and a very dependable SUV!

B. Engineering Edonis Super Car by Jean Marc Borel

B. Engineering Edonis Super Car by Jean Marc Borel

The Edonis cannot be described as a beautiful car, but it certainly eye catching. Its angular, complicated lines crash awkwardly together in a chaotic fashion, this trend is evident from almost every angle. The headlights give the impression of tiredness, or even depression.
The Edonis supercar is a creation of B. Engineering, a company run by Jean Marc Borel. The Edonis was intended as a demonstration of the design and prototype abilities of his company. The B. Engineering Edonis is a genuine supercar with a 0-60 time under 4 seconds, and a maximum speed of 225 mph.

B. Engineering Edonis Super Car by Jean Marc Borel

The Edonis has little to be sad about. Twin turbochargers feed a 3.7 litre V-12 engine to create a whopping 680 bhp at 8,000 rpm. All this power is run through a six-speed manual gearbox.
Using a monocoque built from carbon fiber the Edonis is very strong and light. All the cosmetic exterior body panels are aluminum. To reduce weight further aluminum brake calipers are used.
To save even more space and weight the Edonis rides on Michelin PAX run-flat tires, this means a spare wheel is surplus to requirement.

2002 Buick Rendezvous CX, $7590.00, Low Miles, Warranty

2002 BUICK RENDEZVOUS CX SOLD

* 77,304 Miles
* 3.4L V6
* Power Windows/Locks
* Factory Alarm
* Keyless Entry
* Automatic
* Cold A/C
* Runs Great
* Clean Title
* Carfax Available
* Like New
* 7590.00 includes a 6-month/6000 mile nationwide warranty!

MAM debuts ZR1 wheels for earlier Corvettes

Mid-America has put C4, C5, and C6 Corvette owners twenty spokes closer to owning a ZR1. Anyone with a '97-'09 Vette can order the wheels in paired sizes in Chrome, Hyper Silver, Painted Black, and Black Chrome. They're $500 per pair and will ship in the New Year. Could be worth the wait for the Vette owner who (thinks he or she) has everything. You can read all about them in the press release after the jump and start your order with "Dear Santa..."
PRESS RELEASE
Reproduction C6 ZR1 Corvette Wheels
EFFINGHAM, IL (December, 2008) - Want the ZR1 look without the ZR1 price? Now you can get the most anticipated reproduction wheel in history for your C4, C5, or C6 Corvette! Mid America Motorworks is offering exact ZR1 Reproduction Wheels for all 1988-2009 Corvettes. These twenty-spoke wheels are available in Chrome, Hyper Silver, Painted Black, and Black Chrome. The ZR1 Reproduction Wheels will come with a limited lifetime warranty and will be available to ship in January/February 2009. Make sure to reserve your set early because the initial shipment will contain limited quantities. Make your C4, C5, or C6 stand out from the crowd and order your Reproduction ZR1 Wheels today at www.mamotorworks.com/corvette?frame=1.8914.
Sold as a pair.
17" x 8.5" +49 Offset: 1988-1996 Front & Rear,
1997-2004 Front
18" x 8.5" +56 Offset: 1997-2004 Rear,
2005-2009 Rear
18" x 9.5" +40 Offset: 2006-2009 C6 Z06 Front
18" x 9.5" +57 Offset: 1997-2004 Rear,
2005-2009 Rear
19" x 10" +56 Offset: 1997-2004 Rear
19" x 10" +79 Offset: 2005-2009 Rear
[Via: Mid America Motorworks ][Tag: aftermarket, c4, c5, c6, corvette, corvette zr1, corvette zr1 wheels, CorvetteZr1, CorvetteZr1Wheels, mid america motorworks, MidAmericaMotorworks, wheels, zr1 wheels, Zr1Wheels ]