Brabus GV12 - a mere 700hp
Well can't believe I would be first to post this.. but here you go;
http://www.pistonheads.com/news/default.asp?storyId=19406
G-WHIZZ
Brabus builds the fastest brick in the world...
Brabus has found a typically understated way to celebrate 30 years of Mercedes G-Wagen production – by building ‘the world’s most powerful off-roader’.
If you thought the AMG G55 was the ultimate incarnation of the iconic G-Class, it could be time to think again. Brabus has dramatically aced the G55’s pitiful sub 500bhp by shoehorning a 700hp twin-turbo V12 under the Geländewagen’s bonnet.
The engine has been lifted from the Mercedes S600, but has been upsized from 5.5 litres to a mighty 6.3 litres. The Brabus engine mods include a new longer-stroke crankshaft, larger cylinder bores and revised cylinder heads with bespoke camshafts.
‘Peripherals’ have been upgraded too, with larger turbochargers, optimised inter-cooling and a high performance exhaust system that exits via chrome-plated tailpipes ahead of the rear wheels. New engine mapping completes the picture, allowing maximum output while still meeting EURO IV emission regs.
The Germans call their new baby the Brabus GV12 S Biturbo, and claim it offers performance almost unimaginable for a true off-roader. In its G-Class configuration the Brabus S V12 S displacement engine produces 700hp (690 bhp) at 5100rpm. Peak torque of 973 lb-ft is delivered at 2100rpm.
The result? Driving through a special five-speed auto transmission the GV12 S catapaults from 0-62mph in 4.3 seconds. Top speed has been limited to 150mph, although the G’s brick outhouse aerodynamics mean the theoretical maximum would not be much more – just 163 mph according to Brabus.
The car features a body kit package that is perhaps surprisingly understated given the potential performance, and a handcrafted leather interior. The only downside we can see is the price. If you want to order one at the Geneva motor show you’ll need to convince the nice salesman you’ve got €400,000 in the piggybank
.. so go on Spider.. you have a new target!! :lol:
That's positively understated. Don't know if I'd go so far as to say 'tasteful' but if my piggybank were suitably endowed I might consider it.....then plump for a manor house and fill it's outbuildings with 460's!
Being a bit of a hypocrite I actually like the look of this insane vehicle, plain black no chrome, love it. Could never afford to buy or run one probably not even with a big lottery win, would be terrifying to drive at speed, useless off road, but it still looks great.
looks like a G for the Hoff
all it needs is a sweeping red grill light and a camp sat nav voice.
i like it all go and no show, you could have some fun with ferrari drives.
wouldn't say no!
saw the previous incarnation of one of these in Berkeley Square in London about a year ago (actually on the day i bought my G) and it was actually pretty awesome.
:D very nice , link below for video
Meh..... Steering wheel is on the worng side :roll:
Spider1V
Meh..... Steering wheel is on the worng side :roll:
Spider1V
That does rather depend on where you are driving it :?
AND i don't suppose you would say no thanks if it was offered ..............
(Bon Voyage by the way.)
Spider1V wrote:Meh..... Steering wheel is on the worng side :roll:
Spider1V
That does rather depend on where you are driving it :?
AND i don't suppose you would say no thanks if it was offered ..............
(Bon Voyage by the way.)
Never really been that much of a Brabus Fan....... AMG for me!
Spider1V
Visit the Brabus website - it seems to be in stock for a mere 418,000 odd euros/pounds. And matt black paint and wheels...aaaaaaah lovely.
Perhaps we could all chip in and share it like those women with the diamond necklace in the paper a week or so ago - they all said it changed their lives! :D
When a 365th costs £1145 and would entitle you to drive it for only one day per year, I think I can think of more life changing ways to spend the money!
When a 365th costs £1145 and would entitle you to drive it for only one day per year, I think I can think of more life changing ways to spend the money!
Yeah well I didn't do the sums before opening my mouth :oops:
And i suppose we would have to have somewhere really good to drive to :!:
Bulgaria?!
Bulgaria?!
Probably not :lol:
I was thinking more like an event - GWOA AGM :?: :lol:
- Brands Hatch (also nearby) and put it through its paces
- The Home counties :lol: (have the advantage of being nearby - so i can fit lunch into my 'day')
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