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A new and improved version of Specter Werkes’ latest Corvette C6 GTR will be distinguished by its unique BASF Pearl Blue exterior color and HRE CF40 carbon fiber wheels next week at the 2009 SEMA show in Las Vegas.
Based on Corvette Z06, the new Corvette GTR is a result of a collaboration between Specter Werkes [...]

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At the 2009 SEMA event next week, StreetConcepts will give a Pearl White 2009 Hyundai Genesis sedan a custom “one-of-a-kind graphic” live at the show. The move marks the eighth consecutive year Hyundai has partnered with Street Concepts.
Detroit-based graphic designer Courtney Mason will complete the work with paint pens.
In addition to the custom graphic, Street [...]

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Many would agree that at 300-hp, the 2009 Ford Focus RS is already one of the hottest high-performance hatchbacks on the road. However, if you’re Loder1899, the Focus RS could use a little more horsepower.
Loder1899’s 2009 Focus RS pumps a total of 345-hp from the 2.5L turbocharged 5-cylinder engine, an increase of 45-hp over the [...]

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Yesterday, we told you about the winners that will compete with Bob Lutz and his Cadillac CTS-V at the Monticello Motor Club in New York later this week. Most of us won’t be attending the event, however it’s still pretty interesting to see what the schedule will look during the day.
Each competitor will get to [...]

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At the 2009 Geneva Motor Show, Alpina unveiled its new 2009 B7 B-Turbo BMW 7-Series. Today, at the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show, Alpina introduced a new, long wheelbase version of the new Alpina B7 Bi-Turbo.
A 4.4L V8 gives the BMW Alpina B7 Bi-Turbo a total of 507-hp with a peak torque of 516 lb-ft. It allows [...]

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Yesterday, we returned our 2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible loaner after a week long test-drive. That means it’s time to close it up with some fun facts before our full-review due out next week.
Fun Facts about the 2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible:
- Starting MSRP comes in at $43,850: Our 2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible carried [...]

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Hein Wagner, a South African man who was born blind, set a new land speed record for the blind after hitting 200 mph in a Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG Black Series. He held the 200 mph speed for more than a half mile.
Wagner said that hitting 200 mph is a milestone for any drive, regardless [...]

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As we continue our test-drive of the 2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible we thought it would be helpful to take a look at the model’s rivals – just to show you guys what else is available out there.
2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible:

Price: $43,850.
Power: 3.7L V6 producing 325-hp/267 lb-ft – mated to a 6-speed manual or [...]

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The chilly weather has been fairly forgiving this week as we test-drive our 2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible. Today we’re going to give you a little tour around the inside of the new Infiniti G37 drop-top.
“This new G has dual beauty – it looks as good with the top up or down – along with [...]

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Yesterday we welcomed the new 2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible into our press fleet. Even in 61 degree weather we are driving with the top down; which Infiniti says goes down in 30 seconds. We clocked it in at 28 seconds.
Here are some pics of our G37 S Convertible with the top up and with [...]

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