67th International Motor Show Germany (Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung) [2017 Frankfurt Motor Show]

2017 Hodan Okayama FE

In 2013, Hodan revealed the Okayama S1, a sports vehicle made with enjoyment in mind. 2017 sees the Last model of the Okayama Series be released.

The Final Edition.

The final edition sees changes over the previous S2 model, including a 6 speed dual clutch transmission, CF wheels, and other small changes. The FE will be available for reservation at the official opening of the show. Sale price will be $34,000.


2018 Hodan Rizun

At Genva, the Rizun concept was unveiled. Well, now it’s gone through a large revision. This will be the vehicle available to the public in quarter one of 2018.

The 2018 Rizun is powered by a 1.7L inline 3. This vehicle is designed to be a majority track vehicle. A GT4 version should be coming in the next few weeks. Reservations will open at the begining of the show, and the full vehicle will cost $23,000

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FRANKFURT IAA 2017: Maine Motors classics stand.


Maine Motors won’t be revealing anything new, but they will be showcasing two company classics from the 50s and 70s.


1970 Maine Motors Scorpio.

Built as a pony car that was mean to compete with the Chevrolet Camaro and Ford Mustang, the Scorpio was the company’s attempt at a pony car. Powered by the same pushrod 5.5 liter V8 as the '68 Imperator, the Star Banner, but this time tuned to make 301 hp, mated to a 4 speed manual, the car could outrun both the Chevrolet Camaro SS and the Ford Mustang Mach 1 at the quarter mile, with a time of 14.36 seconds.


1956 Maine Motors Imperator.

Maine Motors’ first luxobarge and the start of the Imperator line, that remains the flagship model nowadays. This car also mounted the first version of the Star Banner V8, this time a 4.2 liter pushrod one. It made 130hp, sent to the rear wheels via a two speed automatic. The car focused on luxury and comfort rather than performance; the suspension was soft, set up to understeer in case of grip loss, with a high ride height and its nicely clothed seats could seat 5 adults. The fuel economy wasn’t too bad for the time; it got 14 MPG combined.

This car is rare nowadays: some of them have been turned into hot rods, some of them have rusted to uselessness and some are restored and kept as collector pieces.

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OKAYAMA S1 vs ERIN NARDELLA FIGHT PLZ!

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Pre-Show 3

Cheers to @Mr.Computah for lending me the car!

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The Miller Automobile Company is proud to announce the newest member of the Anaconda family, the 2018 Miller Anaconda MS-343!

This is a tribute to the first generation Anaconda from September 1967 marking its 50 year anniversary. This current iteration shares many parts with the standard MS trim. The things that are different with this trim level are the naturally aspirated 5.6L SOHC V8 making 553 HP and 458 lb. ft. of torque which is mated to a custom 6 speed manual, propelling the car to 199 MPH and giving a 0-60 time of 3.8 seconds. Suspension has been stiffened for better cornering, and driver aids have been removed to make the MS-343 a pure driving sensation on the track.

The car will come in one color: the original MillerSport Blue!

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The car will come in one color

Have you ever heard of a successful mass-produced modern car that came in only one color?

Ford Model T
“You can have any color you want, so long as it’s black”. :wink:

Besides this is a special edition.

Unless the original Anaconda only came in blue this one shouldn’t. The Model T is not modern, btw.

there are multiple cars that have been released in only one colour throughout history, you know.

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Modern cars usually don’t have that many colours available anyway, you know. Red, dark blue, white, black, grey, grey, grey and some grey.

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Erin ClassicSport Concept

A celebration of 60 years of sports cars from Erin, and a reflection of what we have achieved.

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Zenshi Arum COMME des GARÇONS Limited '17

For the 2017 IAA, Zenshi collaborated with Japanese clothing brand COMME des GARÇONS (french for “like boys,” which oddly enough also has women’s wear) to create a limited run special edition of the Altrea-based Arum executive midsize sedan.

The Arum COMME des GARÇONS Limited possesses a CdG badge on the trunk of the car, and is set to only one colour, Grandeur Red Pearl. Technical spec-wise, this limited run Arum is more or less the same, with a 468 HP 4.8L V8 mated to a 6-Speed Avantec Transmission and all the features found in the Ultima trim of the Arum.

Inside is where the design work of COMME des GARÇONS comes to play. the seats are black leather with rich red diamond quilt stitching, with the steering wheel and shift knob being given stitching of the same colour. within the interior, a simple open of the door expose’s the vibrant red accent lighting flooding the otherwise black footwells of the front and back row seats.

The joint venture of a vehicle will come in a limited production run of 250 cars worldwide, and will be available on showroom floors at the price of an equivalent to $75,000.

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I never knew CdG (or other clothing brands) would get mentioned anywhere on these forums, but whatever, it looks the part and goes the part, just like the Ultima trim on which it is based. It has me thinking: What if there was an Alex Perry Albury Crusader, or a Stella McCartney Harris SVM? I’ve never thought of either of them before, primarily because explaining how they came about from their respective collaborations requires a lot of care and forethought…


Sachiuri the luxury division of Maesima is will be presenting its full lineup of models as well as unveiling its newest model. Sachiuri will be showcasing the all-new sL800 and sLR800 performance variant along with the sL100x, sL200, sLR200, in addition to the static displays of the sL1000 and Sagitta.



Maesima will be showcasing all current and refreshed models, in addition, we will be displaying a number of fan favourite concepts. These include the refreshed Devina, Reveho, Prova and MRZ-3 range along with the current Avellca, MQX-2, MQX-3, MQX-4, MQX-5, MQX-6, and Levitas models. Along with the NX-R Concept and Dynamic Racing Vision Concept.



In light of the announcement of the separation of Saminda from the development partnership on the all-new flagship Sagitta sports car. Sachiuri would like to strongly reaffirm its commitment to driver focused motoring and will continue to develop the Sagitta on its own.

However, without the technical assistance from Saminda the planned Hybrid model has been cancelled and the release of the model has been pushed back until at least the end of the year as the company refines the design taking feedback from its limited run press unveiling at the Antiyita International Motor Show early this year.

A spokesperson for Maesima has stated that while the separation with Saminda on the development of Sagitta has ended the two companies will continue to work closely on the development of battery technology and reserve the right to work together on any possible hybrid or electric vehicle developments.



The big news at the Sachiuri display is the surprise unveiling of the planned sL800 sedan and sportswagon lineup had been delayed due designs issues which have now been resloved. It will now be unveiled in a top of the line sLR800 performance trim. Shown with the full Performance Package a $9,000 option. Upgrades the already existing naturally aspirated 4.4-litre flat-plane V8 with our ActivBoost technology providing not just power and efficiency but also remarkable driving ease and enjoyment.



The performance package also replaces the conventional six-speed manual with our new ActivShift+ 7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission gearbox and this performance package rides on our advanced next generation ActivChassis Response Control System (ARCS) utilises Active Dampers and Active Sway Bars to provide the highest level of driving performance without sacrificing comfort.

Sachiur has released some performance figures stating that it will do 0-100 km/h in 4.0 seconds using the inbuilt launch control system. The engine power is rated around 361 kW (485 bhp) with a top speed of over 300 km/h (194 mph). All while seating five in comfort and returning an estimated fuel economy of around 8L/100km (29MPG).



The MY17 Sachiuri sLR800 Sportswagon Performance Package MSRP is $56,700 (+50% markup) while the standard naturally aspirated sLR800 Sportswagon MSRP is $47,700 (+50% markup).


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Shromet
The Shromet Corporation is proud to present:

The 2018 Dragon Limited

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The blood of motorsport, the heart of a dragon.

Everything has changed for the Dragon limited. We’ve turned every detail up to 11 to create our most uncompromising motorsport experience to date. Everything has changed with the Dragon Limited.
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The Engine.

The 5.5L Twin Turbo V8 has been retuned by Nickel Luxury Automotive. The internals have been upgraded, a stronger, Billet Steel Crankshaft has been added to save weight as well as handle revs for longer. Exotic Titanium connecting rods allow us to tap into every last bit of potential the engine has to give. The Turbos have been upgraded as well, resulting in up to a 10% Reduction in lag. The result of all this, 667 Horsepower, and 585 Pound Feet of Torque.
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The Powertrain.

No true driver’s car would be complete if the driver was not in complete control of the car. We are proud to announce that the Shromet Dragon Limited features the only use of a 6 Speed Manual Transmission in a Dragon to date.
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Handling Changes.

It’s Light. The 2018 Shromet Dragon Limited is over 150KG Lighter than before.
It’s Faster. Despite the Manual Transmission, it gets from 0-60 in 3.6 Seconds.
It’s Grippier. It uses wider, grippier Goodyear Eagle F1 tires, and over 200KG of Downforce.
All of this allows us to say that without, that This is the fastest Shromet Ever.

There will be a limited quantity of 5000 Shromet Dragon Limited’s ever produced. Contact your Local Shromet/Nickel Dealership before they are all gone.

Full Stats:


MSRP: 64,600$.
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Baltazar Automóveis presents two exclusive releases

The 2018 Baltazar Zeppelin

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After 7 years on sale, the Zeppelin coupe got a deserved facelift and a whole new engine line-up. Following on from the new corporate look shown last year on the Quasar, the Zeppelin has been made more elegant and modern, to better compete with rivals from Cavallera and RJM.

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The engine range has also been lifted from the Quasar, with three engine options. The base 2.0 NA puts out 165 hp and then two turbocharged engines, with 277 hp and 321hp, this last one in a tune unique to this car.

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Due to the all aluminium chassis and body, the Zeppelin provides great acceleration and handling, with 0-100 kph times ranging from 6.8s for the base model, down to just 3.8s for the 321 hp Helium range topper.

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Secondly, but no less important, a new Quasar trim level, for the enthusiast that wants lightness and sharpness, and closely resembling the ATCC race car

The new Baltazar Quasar GT-S

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The performance Quasar range clearly had a gap between the 202 hp FWD GT model and the 325 hp AWD RS325. This is where the 277 hp FWD GT-S slots in. It delivers higher power and an agile front-wheel drive chassis, for the ultimate FWD experience. All with the same levels of comfort from across the Quasar range.

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Full details for both these cars will soon be presented at the Baltazar Automóveis thread.

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Zenshi Seiryu ZMD '18

The Seiryu is a small 2-seater mid-engined sports car created by Zenshi and Cavalera in 2017. It possessed the aggressive elegance of Zenshi’s Shinka design with the sporty driving dynamics of a of Cavalera. For what it was, it came in various styles ranging from a comfort model to a hardcore sports model.

ZMD had something else in mind when it came to the Seiryu.

The result came out as the Seiryu ZMD, a car that borderlines on insane, while having the capability to keep itself in check.

The ZMD variant of the Seiryu is heavily adorned with extreme aerodynamic elements such as heavy lips and a large wing to provide a supple amount of downforce when it glides down roads and tracks.

But the massive aero treatment isn’t what makes this car crazy. It’s what’s inside. Under the hood of this Seiryu lies a rather peculiar engine for such a small car: a 4.0L SZ40 V8 making over 500 HP. This specially made V8 created by ZMD themselves is tuned for high-end performance, and it shows. Mated to a 6-Speed Manual, the V8 propels the tough puppy to 100 km/h below 3 seconds, up to a blistering top speed of 338 km/h.

The ZMD version of the Seiryu will come to Japanese dealerships early January 2018, and worldwide by the following month.

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Auburn by Kimura. The ultimate definition of a compact car.



Hatchback LCt 1.8t trim shown in Smoky Quartz Metallic.


At the 2017 International Motor Show Germany, Kimura debuted the 10th generation Kimura Auburn for the 2018 model year. The second Kimura based on the CM-T (Compact Modifiable - Transverse) Global platform (the first being the 7th generation Auriga, debuting earlier in 2017), the Auburn comes with a new level of comfort, sophistication, and poise. This means front strut-type suspension and rear multilink suspension for extra grip at the limit and more supple, more comfortable highway drives. In addition, the new high-strength steel chassis is 25% stiffer than the previous model, creating a more solid driving dynamic. Retuned 4-wheel independent suspension has been further refined to make the Auburn handle with more precision, with a tighter turning circle and lower rotations lock-to-lock on the steering wheel. With the latest in aluminium technology, the Auburn’s panels are crafted completely from aluminum, leading to a lighter, more efficient Auburn. 4 engines are available; a naturally aspirated 1.8 Liter Inline-4, and 2 turbo engines; 1.6 and 1.8 Liter powerplants, ranging from 168 to 182 horsepower, respectively. These 3 engines, produced from previous designs, can be mated to a 6-speed manual or an 8-speed automatic. A 1.0 Liter 3-cylinder turbo petrol, 1.8 Liter turbodiesel, and 2.0 Liter 4-cylinder turbodiesel engines will release later in 2018 for European markets. Taking every lesson learned from 10 generations of experience, the Auburn is the best that it could be.



Coupe LCt 1.8t trim shown in San Francisco Blue Metallic.


An extensive redesign was made for the latest Auburn. Now with the same innovative center console found in the Auriga, the Auburn comes with a standard 8.5” touch screen with a 10” unit optional. In addition, another evolution of infotainment comes with the Auburn; ClearSense²™ which again is compatible with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™. Automatic braking, Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind Spot Monitoring, Pedestrian Detection Systems, and KimuraGuard™ are also available. Overall, the design is more upscale than before, with richer materials used along the entire cabin. With an all-new HUD, flowing and luxurious design, and ergonomically designed to fit anyone’s driving needs, the Auburn’s interior gives way to all new Kimura’s of the future. With distinctive, modern styling, the Auburn emits a classy yet groundbreaking design. Revolutionary yet evolutionary, it remains a memorable and familiar design while staying timeless. The newest form of the Prismatic headlights return, with a more contemporary take on a well-known idea. The Auburn again is available in 3 classic body styles; a practical 5-Door hatchback, a stylish 2-door coupe, and a well-rounded 4-door saloon. With every meticulous change made to a proven formula comes out a car which has been tediously crafted to be as perfect as possible.



Sedan LCt 1.8t trim shown in Navy Metallic.



Sedan LCt 1.8t trim shown with Black Leather.


More info can be found in the official Kimura website.

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