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This featured Car is Carrera GT

Carrera is a slot car.

This featured Car is Carrera

Carrera dominated the German markets in the 1960s and 1970s, due to using an additional third wire, and effective marketing, also at the nearby Nuremberg International Toy Fair.

This featured Car is Carrera

In the 1970, Carrera offered 1:24, 1:32 and 1:60 scales for slot cars, and the slot-free "Servo" systems which allowed cars to switch lanes, guided by the guard rails on the outside. Due to the many systems offered, and fewer customers (Generation), Neuhierl had to sell his company in 1985, and took his own life. The new owners sold rather cheap products.

This featured Car is ABT

Johann Abt (born December 1935), who continued a horseshoeing tradition of his family with motor cars, was a motorcycling and hillclimbing racer for Abarth factory team until 1970. He later entered cars with his own team, winning the "Trophée de l’Avenir“ and other series.

This featured Car is Koenigsegg CCR

The Koenigsegg CCR is a mid-engined sports car manufactured by Koenigsegg. It briefly held the world speed record for a production car and is currently the fourth fastest production car in the world, behind the Bugatti Veyron, SSC Ultimate Aero and the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport.

Saturday 30 June 2012

Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake combines innovative design, technology, and highest-quality materials, representing the company name. The shooting brake is a historic term which has evolved into a synonymous name for a vehicle which combines the features of a station wagon, and a coupe.
Mercedes-Benz has created the elite sports car, with seating for five, and a large rear compartment for luggage. The Shooting Brake is designed for those who want a different look, but do not want to compromise on sportiness, style, comfort, or storage space.

Engine Variants

There are four engine variants to choose from in the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake. The CLS 250 CDI 2.1 liter, 4 cylinder diesel engine provides 204 horsepower, while the CLS 350 CDI 3.0 liter, V-6 offers 256 horsepower.

The 350 CLS 3.5 liter, V-6 gas engine offers 306 horsepower, and the 550 CLS 4.6 liter, V-8, twin-turbocharged gas engine offers 408 horsepower. The Shooting Brake can accelerate from 0-60 miles per hour in 7.8 seconds, and 5.3 seconds, with a top speed of 155 miles per hour.

The Shooting Brake comes with automatic transmission featuring 7G-TRONIC PLUS, with ECO start and stop function, providing fuel and emission economy. The air suspension is automatically adjustable, ensuring proper handling when cargo is being transported. Electromechanical direct steering ensures comfort and sportiness in driving agility. The efficient and powerful drive systems equal driving pleasure and agility, with environmental responsibility.

Exterior

The CLS Shooting Brake uses lighter aluminum construction to provide better aerodynamics which contributes to its efficiency. The long hood, narrow window line, with frameless side windows flow continuously. It is hardly evident that there are four doors and a tailgate upon first glance. The elongated roof flows back aerodynamically to the electric EASY-PACK tailgate.

Interior


The interior is designed with high-quality materials, with optional details for personal preferences. The porcelain interior color, with optional two-tone leather adds luxury, and can be trimmed in satin or high-gloss metal. The rear compartment seating provides room for three passengers, and offers more headroom than the CLS Coupe. The Quickfold back seats fold individually, to allow space availability in the luggage compartment.
The luggage compartment extends to a capacity of 54.7 cubic feet of space. The floor of the compartment is lined with carpeting, and there is an option for a wooden floor. The cherry tree wood veneers with smoked oak inlays refine the design. Brushed aluminum strips may be added to protect the floor, while keeping luggage from sliding.

Added Features

The optional full LED headlights use a unique system which is not yet available in any other vehicle. The Intelligent Light System, with Adaptive Highbeam Assist can adjust lighting to maximum viewing ease in all types of light.

The Driving Assistance package Plus offers DISTRONIC PLUS, PRE-SAFE Brake, Active Parking Assist, and ATTENTION ASSIST to make the car both safe and comfortable. The 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake is a five-door coupe which does not lack in luxury and efficiency, but also offers the sporty feel and agility in driving pleasure.

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