VW Beetle Coupe and Cabriolet

There are two versions of the Exclusive package available for buyers of the Beetle and Beetle Cabriolet, one based on the "Sport" equipment line and the other on the "Design" grade.

On the outside, the Exclusive editions are fitted with standard 18-inch inch alloy wheels with a polished surface, or optionally, with 19-inch rims available in white and black.

The interior of the Beetle models can be dressed in a choice of three different leather trims with diamond stitching: Pepper Beige, Amber Brown or pure Black.

Additional features included in the package are stainless steel door sills, a black dash panel, leather steering wheel, gearshift knob, handbrake lever and centre armrest with contrast stitching, front sport seats, bespoke mats, and door and side panels trimmed in what VW's describes as "leather look".

In Germany, the Exclusive edition series starts at €22,650 (equal to US$28,900) for the Design Coupe with a 1.2-liter TSI petrol. Full pricing follows below.

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Hot Heels and Tuned Wheels at 2012 SEMA Show

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Ford Focus and Fiesta Special Edition for SEMA Show

We're a little less than two weeks away from this year's edition of the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, which means it's time for major carmakers to begin teasing their bespoke creations.

Ford promises to have a little something for everyone at the show, from "mild to wild" and "old to new" though the company will pay a whole lot of attention to its compacr Fiesta and Focus models.
There will be seven Ford-sanctioned Focus hatchback and Sedan models customized by 3dCarbon, ROUSH Performance Products, The ID Agency, Capaldi Racing, Steeda, Bojix Design, and COBB Tuning. All of these cars will boast a variety of performance and styling modifications.
"Millennials, which this car is all about, want to personalize every aspect of their lives – everything from laptop covers to body art, and even cars," said Mike Murphy, Ford C-Car Marketing manager. "Being unique allows them to stand apart and be different, and all the Focus models we have on display at SEMA live up to that standard."
The sub-compact Fiesta will be represented in SEMA by three customized models developed by M2-Motoring, Gold Coast Automotive, and Aaron Vaccar.
Over the next week, Ford will also release details on its other SEMA models and debuts including an all-new 363-cubic-inch Ford Racing stroker engine and a Ford licensed restoration part, which the company says is "sure to delight fans of the classic 1964-66 Mustang".

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Porcshe Panamera Mistrale and Cayenne Tornado by Gemballa

Both the Tornado and the Mistrale feature a heavily customized body with unique front and rear ends, and an array of bespoke aero parts. According to the German tuning house, the new components not only change the appearance of the two Porsche models, but also help reduce weight.

The sheetmetal changes on the outside are complemented by a set of newly styled 22-inch alloy wheels, which are said to have the same weight as the original 20-inch rims from Porsche.

Gemballa offers a variety of customizations for both interiors, ranging from carbon-fiber trim and seats finished in a mix of alcantara and leather to high-end infotainment systems.

There’s plenty of magic under the hood as well with Gemballa offering two different engine kits for the V8 Turbo models. The Stage 1 kit boosts output to 580HP on the Cayenne-based Tornado and to 600HP with 850Nm (626 lb-ft) of torque on the Panamera-based Mistrale.Power hungry customers can also opt for a Stage 2 package, which gives both cars 700HP, and around 1,000Nm (738 lb-ft) of torque.

In celebration of its 30th anniversary this year, the German company decided to limit production of the Tornado and Mistrale models to 30 units each.

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