The Stelvio name rises again after slumbering since the late 80’s. This particular example has the chassis from a 1978 Zephorus Stelvio, one of the first generations from the performance brands true drivers supercar. The Zephorus Grimsel Engine slots right into the middle of the car, mounted longitudinally rather than transversely as the original stelvio was over 40 years ago.
Coming with that engine is the AWD System, now able to toggle between rear wheel drive and all wheel when needed. However what the engine is lacking is the twin turbos it came with originally, down from 1000hp to “only” 620hp from the N/A 5.0L V10.
What it also lacks is the DCT Gearbox, instead opting for a much more driver experience oriented 7 speed manual. Other driver oriented features include active suspension with modes for every driving style.
The Original Stelvio was a masterpiece among many, adorning bedroom walls around the world, it came 3rd in Performance Car of the year EOTY Awards and rather infamously was disqualified from the Letaran Rallycross Series in 1978 (and subsequent events) for supposedly cheating with the driver assists. fml
So what do you get for an eyewatering $133,000 compared to the original?
0-60 is dispatched in 3.1s down from 5.3s
Top speed is 201mph, up from 160mph
Cornering Gs are 1.14 compared to 0.93
The style and the prestige though, is unchanged from the original.
These cars are not a real product of any manufacturer, any likeness or other similarities to real brands is purely coincidence. Actual model may change in final submission.
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The Kotatsu Ninfa wasn’t some superhero in posters on bedroom walls, or some athlete that ran in circuits. It was more like the cool uncle with too much hobbies, and just so happens to lives in your driveway.
It’s quite picky about its drivers, with the sketchy handling and all. That doesn’t stop it from being a superstar, though; its comfortable and spacious cabin, as well as decent figure of power made it quite popular with young drivers at the time. And its looks… well, it’s starred in at least one show AND one movie per year, sometimes even as lead roles. Need I say more?
There’s another thing that makes it popular with stuntmen, filmmakers and the like, though: it can take quite a beating. This was the case for both the powerful V8 variant… and the underrated lower variant with a straight-six. This unfortunately made it popular among criminals, from bootleggers to bank robbers. Especially the straight-six, due to its quiet engine and manageable handling; even 190 horsepowers from it could shake the law enforcement if you’re good enough.
Unfortunately, due to the oil crisis, production of the V8 variant had to be halted in 1971, and the straight-six not long after due to its notoriety. While it would still be around for some more decades in Japan, its origin country, the spare parts stopped production everywhere else. So they sit, rusting, withering in garages or in the junkyard, waiting for demolition.
Old man Anthony closed his story, as his mechanic apprentice Adrian marveled before the sight of one of the six-cylinder Ninfa, tucked away in the warehouse of MysteryWorks’ workshop. Both were appointed as members of the newly established Albedo Classics, a subsidiary of MysteryWorks dedicated to preserving, restoring, and modifying really old cars, and the Ninfa would be their first subject. The story itself was an introduction to why their job is important: to keep cars with heritage like this in the minds of many.
Unfortunately for them, the resident rats made the original engine their home, so Anthony had to get rid of it and replace it with the closest modern equivalent: a naturally aspirated, 3-liter straight-six from a base Kotatsu Margo, sold by a customer after swapping it out. With a few tweaks and parts swapping, its power output was boosted to just above 300 horsepowers. In the meantime, Adrian, who was afraid of rats, reconstructed the four-corner independent suspensions and a new six-speed manual drivetrain. Put together, the restored classic is shaping up to be quite the playful machine. One problem, though: they underestimated how playful it was. So, they installed ABS modules and programmed some form of traction control to dampen its attitude to a manageable level by modern standards (this can still be toggled off).
A ducktail wing and a front splitter was installed to stabilize it during highway runs. Other visual changes were done to modernize its looks: painted bumpers with chrome accents, new side skirts, star-shaped wheels, and running lights on all four corners. The result? A 1.1-tons, 300-horsepowers, rear-wheel-driven old stallion. Not the fastest or the lightest, but designed to give an enhanced feel of the classic sports car. “Shooting Star,” they named it, after the famous scene from an old show where it dodged its pursuers under the starry sky. Along the sides and across the hood are gold linear decals on its blue paint, resembling trails of shooting stars in the sky.
They didn’t seem to do much to the original-looking interior, save for installing bucket seats and race seatbelts, installing dual airbags, replacing the withered leather, installing modern-day sound system behind the classic interface (with Bluetooth!), adding a CD player inside the glovebox… and adding a wireless charger on the center console as well as USB charging ports inside the center compartment. Because modern.
TVC Satrack Remix
A limited production batch will be produced to commemorate the 46 year anniversary of the original TVC Satrack. This car mixes the old with the new. Staying true to its rally heritage, this car has a modern 6 speed gearbox with paddle shifters and an automatic clutch. The chassis has been designed out of reinforced steel for extra rigidity. Body panels are fabricated from fiberglass composite to lower the center of gravity. A custom lightweight magnesium boxer engine has been tuned to produce a little over 430hp. Other upgrades such as carbon ceramic brakes, and factory track suspension allow the car to corner without slowing considerably. Underneath the body, steel plates have been welded to create a flat aerodynamic clad undertray. Weight has been shifted to distribute evenly against the front and rear. ESC and driver aids enable improved control from the original 1978 model. Take this car to a race track or windy road, you will have a great time.
I got a question regarding lore, for Stefan, would he be able to know about designer brands similar to Chrome Hearts, Hermes, Off-White, Versace, etc? Giving that we’re providing the lore about the clothing brand.
Whatever you provide will be what Stefan knows about it, so I recommend to not make any assumptions about the character. I’m keeping it open so that there’s little bias from what I personally know of a brand vs. the character in universe knows.
ATS is advanced trim settings. If you haven’t picked up the game in a while there’s a button with a gear on it off to the left. I believe it’s on the fixtures tab.
If you’ve already played with them I’m sorry for the redundancy
The Streethawk was Armor’s top muscle entry for 1968. Since Armor Motors was primarily a small car specialist, the Streethawk was based on Armor’s largest platform, which was roughly the size of a Chevy Nova. Senior execs were also keen to remind the engineers that there was no room in Armor’s lineup for a big block engine, which put the Streethawk at a disadvantage.
Still, Armor made do with what they had, adding shaker scoops and multiple carbs to their 353 cid engine. Performance was formidable, proving Armor’s engineering prowess. The Streethawk proved popular with young buyers, especially those who couldn’t afford the insurance of the big block supercars of the day. Original Streethawks are quite valuable nowadays.
1974’s newest TV cop drama was called “Angel Eyes”. Every week, pioneering female detective Pam Duncan would find herself in a tough situation, and hotshot undercover cop Andrew Sandusky would come to her rescue. Writing was above average for the time, and featured lots of action.
Of course, the real star of the show was Sandusky’s hopped up '68 Streethawk. It featured big wheels, a big hood scoop, and “Angel Wing” stripes along the sides. The car became synonymous with smoke-filled drifts around city streets. Many people ended up putting angel wing stripes on their own cars due to the show’s popularity.
After four seasons, the final episode gave viewers a twist ending that few saw coming. While Pam was driven to her profession to avenge her older brother’s murder, Sandusky’s background was much more mysterious. In the final scene, Sandusky reveals that he is actually the ghost of Pam’s older brother, sent back to protect her through her mission. He then drives off into the sunlight in his Streethawk, never to be seen again.
Legendary customizer Bill Boose has gotten his hands on a 1968 Streethawk and has offered his own take on the Angel Eyes Streethawk. Now powered by a modern Armor Hurricane drivetrain, performance and reliability are greatly improved from the original. A modern suspension and full custom interior give new meaning to comfort.
While Bill Boose doesn’t much care for frivolous graphics, he has always liked the shape of the angel wing stripes. His custom bodywork will turn that shape into functional air extractors that give the car a one-of-a-kind profile. New headlights and a custom taillight panel are just a few of the other upgrades that will set this car apart from the rest.
The ACZ Concur Arya caught the eyes of many when it debuted in 1986. The latest iteration of the Arya name took the form of a midsize sedan, and in sticking to the badge tradition, the engine replaced the rear seats. Since the Arya shared many components with the base Concur, manufacturing costs were kept low, and the low sticker price appealed to the next wave of enthusiasts. Critics praised the improved handling and poise from the MR layout, but they felt it could offer more on the performance front.
ACZ first responded by adding an extra cylinder to the base engine, creating one of the few I5 models ACZ has produced. While the performance was better, the already hard engine bay access became even harder to access with the larger engine. Thus, ACZ introduced a turbocharged model the next year.
The 1988 Concur Arya Turbo was the answer everyone wanted. Plenty of power came from a turbocharged version of the base 2.3L I4 while the engine bay was more accessible than the old I5 model. The Arya Turbo proved that sporty didn’t have to break the bank, both for its looks and its performance, and mint Arya Turbos have fetched many pretty pennies at auctions worldwide.
And now you can own one brand new!
Colton Restoration has partnered with ACZ to create the ultimate restomod for one of the company’s most iconic models, bringing modern touches to the original while keeping its spirit alive.
The old halogen lights have been replaced with modern LEDs. The old Concur-based tail lights were removed and replaced with an era-appropriate light bar touched with modern LEDs. The rest of the body has stayed the same and the suspension keeps its original double wishbone layout.
The engine has been overhauled, only sharing its bore and stroke with the original. Power has increased to 380 HP and torque sits at a nice flat 316 ft-lbs for most of the RPM range. This gives the Arya a 0-60 time of under 3.8 seconds and a top speed exceeding 215 MPH. Accentuated by bigger rims and wider tires, this Concur Arya can hit up to 1.07 lateral gs as well.
The interior has been updated as well, now with modern sport bucket seats and with airbags and other modern safety features. To keep the dashboard simple, a CD player from the later model years is now complimentary. Exhaust bypass valves are included to keep the turbo 4 from blasting your ears off during normal driving conditions.
The driving experience is still raw, featuring the same passive springs and dampers as the original but now accentuated with variable electric power steering and toggleable ESC. The 5-speed manual has been upgraded to 6 to accommodate the extra performance and a new helical LSD helps that power go to the rear wheels.
Thanks to Colton Restoration, the Concur Arya Turbo has been restored to a new standard while preserving the integrity of the original. At an eye watering sub 30 grand price tag, you too can own a Concur Arya Turbo without the high auction prices or the shady classified ads. A charming piece of ACZ history is within your grasp!
Tatus Alpen, originally a group B rally car, produced in 1983, a direct competitor to the Renault turbo 5, it was a cheaply built car, but nowadays due to its historical heritage, the original Alpen have a decently high price
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The original Milano Sable represented all the excesses of the late 70’s and early 80’s, with a low, wide and angular wedge shape, pop-up headlights, swanky interior materials and a massive twelve-cylinder engine. The Sable would not have been out of place in the Alps, Monaco or Miami, with universal appeal and cool factor. The Sable Reborn seeks to bring this iconic design to the modern era, with upgraded chassis and suspension components, as well as the V12, AWD, DCT powertrain from the latest Milano grand tourers, giving it the performance to keep up with the latest and greatest. On the outside, the original all-aluminium body is tweaked for a modernised look, with bigger openings for better cooling, improved aerodynamics and the latest LED lighting technology. The inside is versatile and customisable, available with modern colour schemes and material choices, such as white perforated leather and exposed carbon fibre. All Sable Reborns come with a new sound system, a digital driver’s display, infotainment with smartphone conectivity, heated and cooled bucket seats and automatic climate controls, ensuring the experience on the inside is as up-to-date as the driving dynamics.
Replacing the LS30 of 1979 vintage, the 1990 LS32 modernized the traditional LVC mid-engined V8 formula for the modern age - wedge-shaped profile, pop-up headlights, and blistering performance. Aided by an aero undertray and innovations such as variable valve timing for extra power and efficiency, it was the last old-school V8 LVC supercar, with unassisted steering and alloy bodywork over a steel spaceframe. Overshadowed by the more curvaceous LS35 that debuted in 1994 as a 1995 model, it is nevertheless a true supercar in its own right.
Limited to 30 examples, the Revo package takes the existing car and enhances it with a rebuilt billet-block engine developing 450 horsepower and capable of a searing 10,000 rpm, while allowing for customizable colors, interiors, and mechanical settings to customer request. Most of the components have also been reinforced to handle the extra power, while a modern infotainment system and adjustable ESC have been fitted to bring it into the 21st century. A wide body kit gives the Revo a more imposing stance, and carbon-ceramic brake discs help contribute to a 45kg weight saving. All these changes lead to significant performance improvements over the donor car across the board.
Interior comparison: Original (above) with Revo (below)
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