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BMW cuts the glare with M3 Matte Edition for China

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BMW M3 Matte Edition

BMW M3 Matte Edition – Click above for high-res images

Automakers have all sorts of different ways of celebrating milestone anniversaries. In the case of the M3, which turns 25 years old this year, BMW opted to roll out a series of special editions for individual markets. Japan, for example, got the Competition Fire Orange Edition. Here in the United States, we got the Frozen Gray edition. Australia got the Pure edition, and in China they got the Tiger edition. The latter proved so popular that BMW has opted to roll out a second special edition for the People’s Republic.

Called the Matte Edition, its defining feature, as you might have guessed, is the matte black paint job, complimented by black chrome trim, high-gloss 19-inch alloys to contrast with the low-gloss body, red brake calipers and an interior decked out with carbon fiber trim and red stitching. Mechanically, the Matte Edition is exactly the same as a stock M3, but the color scheme is one of the most attractive we’ve seen yet. Follow the jump for the official press release (translated into English).

Gallery: BMW M3 Matte Edition

[Source: BMW]

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Hamann gives the BMW X6 M with more power, matte paint and… salmon skin?

Filed under: Aftermarket, Performance, SUV, Geneva Motor Show, Europe, BMW, Specialty

BMW Hamann X6 M

2011 Hamann Tycoon EVO M – Click above for high-res image gallery

Hamann has released the decidedly abrasive Tycoon EVO M, its take on the 2011 BMW X6 M. In typical Hamann fashion, everything about the car is completely beyond comprehension. First, Hamann added an entire herd of horsepower to the stock figure, kicking the total from an already absurd 550 to a stupefying 670. According to Hamannn, all that power translates into a 186-mile-per-hour top end.

Outside, the big Bimmer has been widened by 60 millimeters, taking it from huge to gargantuan. Its new-found size is set off by a carbon-accented matte-black paint scheme sitting atop 23-inch wheels at all four corners, also in matte black. The taillights, roof rack, hood, rear spoiler, antenna and exhaust surround all get the carbon fiber treatment.

Where things get truly insane is the interior, though, where Hamann has eschewed carbon fiber or aluminum trim in favor of Nanai Salmon Leather. Hamann says its as durable and luxurious as traditional interior leather, and carries the look and structure of salmon skin. In reality, it looks very similar to snake skin. Setting off the interesting trim choice is the usual litany of Alacantara-trimmed seats and quilted leather upholstery. Read the full details for yourself in the press blast after the jump.

Gallery: 2011 Hamann Tycoon EVO M

2011 Hamann Tycoon EVO M front 2011 Hamann Tycoon EVO M rear 2011 Hamann Tycoon EVO M driver side 2011 Hamann Tycoon EVO M dash

[Source: Hamann]

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Geneva 2011: Alfa Romeo 4C Concept shows us what matte(rs)

Filed under: Concept Cars, Coupe, Performance, Geneva Motor Show, Alfa Romeo

Alfa Romeo 4C Concpet at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show

Alfa Romeo 4C Concept – Click above for high-res image gallery

The beauty of Alfa Romeo is that it embodies the same sort of Italian flair as Ferrari and Maserati, but in a smaller, more accessible package. Unfortunately, their current range doesn’t offer the same level of excitement. (Well, the 8C Competizione did, but then it was hardly any more affordable than its Modenese counterparts.) Enter the Alfa 4C.

Smaller than the 8C it essentially succeeds, the 4C doesn’t shed the excitement factor, just concentrates it into a more compact shape. In fact, at less than eight feet long, it doesn’t get much more concentrated than this. Or much lighter: carbon fiber and aluminum construction helps keep the weight down to below 850 kilograms (1873 lbs). The 1750cc, direct-injection turbo four from the Giulietta QV mounted amidship drives just over 200 horsepower via Alfa’s TCT dual-clutch transmission to the rear wheels for a 0-60 time in the fours; and speed being relative to size, we bet it would be one heck of a ride along the way.

The best part? Alfa is currently evaluating production possibilities for the 4C, which could finally lead the company’s long-awaited return to the North American market. That, and the simply awesome matte red paint scheme in which the show car was unveiled here in Geneva. See for yourself in the live gallery below, and scope out the full details in the press release after the jump.

Gallery: Alfa Romeo 4C Concept: Geneva 2011

Gallery: Alfa Romeo 4C Concept

[Source: Alfa Romeo]

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Film Noir: Peugeot RCZ gets matte black for special Asphalt edition

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Peugeot RCZ Asphalt Edition – Click above for high-res image gallery

We weren’t looking for more reasons to pine after the Peugeot RCZ. Initially categorized as a French knock-off of the Audi TT, it seems the slinky coupe from French auto giant PSA has come into its own. But now we’ve got another reason to want one, and its name is the Asphalt edition.

The blacked-out special features a unique Noir Telluric exterior shade with black 19-inch alloys and a black leather interior to match. The 200-horsepower 1.6-liter turbo four co-developed with BMW does the pulling duties overseas, while we’re stuck over here wishing we could get our hands on one.

Gallery: Peugeot RCZ Asphalt Edition

[Source: eurocarblog]

Film Noir: Peugeot RCZ gets matte black for special Asphalt edition originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 20 Oct 2010 18:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Fiat hits the matte with new 500 BlackJack edition

Filed under: Hatchback, Fiat, UK

Fiat 500 Blackjack

Fiat 500 BlackJack – Click above for high-res image

Over the years since its introduction, the Fiat 500 has had no shortage of special editions. But if the fashion-forward Diesel edition wasn’t your cup of tea and the Pepto-painted Pink edition didn’t tickle your fancy, the Italian automaker has another special in store. And this one’s decidedly more sinister.

Called the BlackJack, the special 500 is decked out in matte black with gloss black accents, offset by a splash of red at the center of the black wheels and red brake calipers on the 1.4-liter model. UK buyers can choose between that or the more frugal 1.2-liter engine, both fitted with a stop/start system, with total production limited to just 200 units. And though no details were revealed on interior colors, you can bet it’ll be just as black as the exterior.

The question is, when the Fiat 500 finally makes it Stateside, is this how you’d want yours? Follow the jump for the full press release and share your impressions in the comments section below.

[Source: Fiat]

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