Car Review: 2011-11-27

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Hurst Camaro Series 5

The city streets will never be the same again once the 2010 Hurst Camaro Series 5 hit the roads with tire-burning speeds and flashy face that will surely be buried deep in automotive history
The 2010 Hurst Camaro Series 5 is highlighted by a powerful Hurst/Magnuson supercharger that generates lots of horsepower. The body design is obviously centered on speed. The Hurst has a specially designed AIR-SPEED rear deck spoiler that spells ‘fast,’ while the monstrous 20” x 9” and 20” x 11” alloy wheels finished in black chrome are dazzling and assuring of great road grip and on-road precision. A Hurst/Competition Plus shifter keeps the vehicle powered along the right channels, while the Eibach suspension system keeps it on the right track.

Hurst Camaro Series 5

The vehicles of course are done with the signature white and gold colors, only with an interesting detail of subtle dusting of gold mica against white, and gloss black graphics lined with gold stripe. Inside, the Hurst car carry the iconic graphite leather stitched with gold and set with HURST logos. The floor mats are also embroidered, and there is the numbered dash plaque. The Hurst Camaro Series 5 units are in both automatic and manual drive, with a shift handle from HARD-DRIVE.

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

Another Corvette that is destined to heat up the streets and turn envious heads is the 2010 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1. The vehicle features a recent Performance Traction System that maximizes the tractions for optimum on-road performance. It is also run by an intercooled and supercharged 6.2L engine assembled
manually by a team of specialists from GM’s Performance Build Center. Its horsepower is jaw dropping, recording 638 hp at 6500 rpm, making the Corvette ZR1 known as Chevrolet and GM’s most powerful car ever. Add to that the torque which reaches 604 lb-ft at 3800 rpm, the fuel economy rated at 14/20, and the rear wheel drive concept that is gaining more points in quality.

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

In addition to that, this more than great performance comes in a very flashy, stylish package. This 2-door hatchback coupe’s low ride height is striking from afar. With regaid to colors, it can be in Torch Red exterior color, as well as blue and yellow. The interior is of Cashmere color, and the wheels can be willed to be in grey paint. Durability and style are achieved by the body panel that is cut out of composite carbon fiber, and the aluminum frame that is hydroformed and with structural and chassis components that are made of aluminum and magnesium.

Chevy Camaro Convertible Neiman Marcus Edition

General Motor's Chevrolet and luxury retailer Neiman Marcus will showcase a special edition of the carmaker's pony car, the Chevy Camaro. It will be on the catalog as the ultimate holiday gift, part of the annual Neiman Marcus 'Christmas Book.' Called the 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible Neiman Marcus Edition, it will make the Chevy pony car even more attractive. Only 100 units will be made. For every unit, Neiman Marcus will offer special appointments and privileges, thus combining Camaro's superior performance with customized luxury.

Chevy Camaro Convertible Neiman Marcus Edition

The 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible Neiman Marcus Edition has exclusive and elegant exterior features, but under the hood it is basically the same as the standard Camaro. It is in a deep Bordeaux exterior color. The car's tri-coat metallic paint changes hue under natural light; in sunlight it appears red and burgundy, while in dimmer light it looks like deep violet to black. The Neiman Marcus Edition's interior meanwhile reflects the retailer's class and style.

Romeo Ferraris Chevrolet Corvette Z06

For 50 years, Romeo Ferraris has established itself as a tuning specialist of both street cars and competition cars. Now Ferraris takes its tuning specialty to upgrade the Corvette Z06 and take it to newer heights.

With 510 bhp and more than 300 kph, Z06 is General Motors powerfu Corvette until 2009. Then ZR1 stole the limelight from Z06 with its eight-cylinder LS9 engine and volumetric supercharger producing 640 bhp. But the Z06 can gain back its supremacy with Romeo Ferrari’s tuning program.
In less than 10 seconds, the upgraded Z06 powered with 670 bhp, can dash a 200 kph and reach over 340 kph.

Romeo Ferraris Chevrolet Corvette Z06

To distinguish the Z06-RF, Romeo Ferraris gave it a new look but not by changing its structure since its aerodynamics is already superb; Ferraris rather focused on the body’s painting. A special carbon film is wrapped in the Z06-RF, which protects it from atmospheric agents while giving it a more aggressive appearance.

LupiniPower Chevrolet Super Ute

Imagine a pick-up with supercar qualities: powerful, fast, spectacular overtaking capability and elasticity, and impressive road-holding. Will it be possible? Yes, with the 2011 LupiniPower Chevrolet Super Ute.

The South African tuner, Lupini Power, gives the Super Ute everythingmentioned in a supercar. It provides an easy to drive and enjoyable ride. A supercharged six-liter V8 engine powers the Ute and produces 535 hp.
The standard Ute accelerates from 0-60 mph in six seconds while the automatic version goes in 4.4 second. The automatic version can also run from standstill to 100 mph in 9.9 seconds, which is faster than the standard by nearly four seconds.
LupiniPower applies a device unique in the Super Ute, the Traction Bar that enables the pick-up to hit the mark well under five seconds as it goes from standstill to 60mph.

LupiniPower Chevrolet Super Ute

As standard, LupiniPower gives Warranty and Service Plan. In South Africa, Super Ute comes with a five-year Unlimited Lupini PLan Performance Warranty.
Imagine a pick-up with supercar qualities: powerful, fast, spectacular overtaking capability and elasticity, and impressive road-holding. Will it be possible? Yes, with the 2011 LupiniPower Chevrolet Super Ute.
The South African tuner, Lupini Power, gives the Super Ute everything mentioned in a supercar. It provides an easy to drive and enjoyable ride. A supercharged six-liter V8 engine powers the Ute and produces 535 hp.
The standard Ute accelerates from 0-60 mph in six seconds while the automatic version goes in 4.4 second. The automatic version can also run from standstill to 100 mph in 9.9 seconds, which is faster than the standard by nearly four seconds.
LupiniPower applies a device unique in the Super Ute, the Traction Bar that enables the pick-up to hit the mark well under five seconds as it goes from standstill to 60mph.
As standard, LupiniPower gives Warranty and Service Plan. In South Africa, Super Ute comes with a five-year Unlimited Lupini PLan Performance Warranty.

Chevrolet Corvette Jake Edition

What started to be a discreet logo is now a new concept vehicle. Jake, a skull mascot that was used in 2005 to symbolize the Corvette Racing team’s determined attitude, has become an embodiment of the team’s tenacity and triumphs. Now, Chevy introduces the Corvette Jake Edition concept in celebration of the Corvette’s spirit for

Chevrolet Corvette Jake Edition

This grand sport coupe has Z06 wheel finished with Competition Gray. The Corvette Jake Edition displays a subtle appearance with its matte Jake hood design while the rest of the accessories complete its unique look.
The parts added to this coupe are mostly genuine Corvette accessories like the hood graphic and wheels and are available today at any Chevrolet parts dealer. But some parts like the floor mats designed with Jake-logo, wheel center caps, and console lid among others, are yet to be available. These parts, however, are planned to be released in the future.

Chevrolet Corvette ZO6X

Transforming a Corvette, a mainstay in the racing arena, into a somber closed-course track car is possible with a modification of components and new ideas as suggested by Chevrolet Corvette Z06X Track Car Concept.

Chevy partnered with Pratt and Miller to create this car concept which shows how a car aficionado can upgrade and use Chevrolet’s expanding collection of parts to create a top-grade track car.
The new Chevy Corvette Z06X Track Car Concept shows off competition-oriented enhancements which include a rear wing made of carbon fiber, a roll cage, racing seat, racing wheels, safety harness, and a rear window made of polycarbonate. There are also suspension enhancements like the coil-over support with adjustable arc plates. Meanwhile, sound-deadening material, carpeting, and the radio were removed.

Chevrolet Corvette ZO6X

The Z06X Track Car Concept is clad in a low-gloss Icy White Metallic color accented with a scarlet trim and an exposed body component made of carbon fiber.

Chevrolet Camaro Convertible

The worldwide automotive manufacturer, Chevrolet, expands and elevates the range of its product line, specifically its brand-leading Camaro, by presenting the 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible.

The Camaro Convertible is made with the intention to maintain the sporty coupe-like driving experience while having the option to be able to enjoy the fun of an open top cruising.
While standard models of this convertible will have V-6 engine and 312 hp, the SS model features V-8 engine able to produce 426 hp. You have the option to choose between the standard six-speed manual transmission and the six-speed automatic.

Chevrolet Camaro Convertible

Although it has the same configuration as the Camaro coupe, this convertible has a refined body and top structure. Designers of this Camaro succeeded in eliminating the usual support ribs for a convertible’s top resulting to a smooth top and sleek roofline.
Camaro Convertible will be produced early in the year.

Chevrolet Camaro Red Flash Show Car

The Red Flash Show Car was created by Chevy to take the Camaro’s look as well as its sound to the next level.
Chevy combines the available Chevrolet Accessory parts with new specially designed concepts in making the Red Flash Show Car. Gray stripes accented the show car’s Red Jewel outer body color. It comes with 21-inch wheels with gray accents. The Red Flash’s performance, style, and sound was improved by the air intake and exhaust kits from Chevrolet Accessory.
The Red Flash is also clad with high-wing rear spoiler with black stanchions and gray accents, and body-color ground effects, also from Chevrolet Accessory. The lowered suspension boosts its aggressive appearance.

Chevrolet Camaro Red Flash Show Car

The interior is mostly Ebony leather but the seats have red accents and titanium stitching. It has a Chevrolet Accessory racing pedal kit, floor and cargo mats, and racing style steering wheel with flat bottom. The foot-well, cup-holder lighting, and LED lighting in door trim are all in red.

Chevrolet Camaro SSX

Owners of Chevrolet Camaro did not stop exploring the car’s potential ever since the car’s debut. The 2011 Chevrolet Camaro SSX Track Car Concept is an idea for converting a Camaro SS of the streets into a car of the closed-course track.

Chevy Camaro SSX Track Car has modifications intended for better road performance. Modifications of the car’s aesthetics include aero parts and body panels made of carbon fiber material, lower grille, and one of a kind brake cooling ducts. The Camaro’s weight is definitely reduced not only because of the use of light weight carbon fiber for the body panels but also because of the removal carpeting, rear seat, and much of the sound-deadening material.

Chevrolet Camaro SSX

This Camaro SSX Track Car wears an Icy White Metallic paint with a low-gloss finish, which is in contrast with the aero parts, red details, door graphics and racing number.
Chevy partnered with Riley Technologies and Pratt and Miller to complete this concept.