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Friday, December 20, 2024

2024 Mercedes-AMG GT 55

Mercedes-AMG's GT halo sports car has been redesigned for 2024 and now entered its second generation. It has introduced more trim levels than in its first generation, starting with the 55 and 63 for 2024 followed by the 43, 63 Pro, and 63 S E-Performance for 2025. Both examples pictured here are of the GT 55, making this specific version of the new AMG GT the main focus of this post. Powering the AMG GT 55 is a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 producing 469 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque paired to a nine-speed automatic transmission. Mercedes-AMG claims that the GT 55 can launch from zero to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds, while its top speed is estimated to be around 190 mph. The new AMG GT is also longer, wider, and more spacious than its predecessor. Other standard equipment on the second-gen AMG GT include rear-wheel steering, an electronic limited-slip differential, a hydraulic anti-roll system, and a large 11.9-inch infotainment touchscreen display. Notable optional extras on the new AMG GT consist of a panoramic glass roof and a nose-lift system that can raise the front end by about an inch.

Pricing for the Mercedes-AMG GT 55 starts at just over $136,000. The two AMG GT 55 examples showcased in this post are currently for sale at my local Mercedes-Benz dealer and the first two second-gen AMG GT examples I have seen up close. After finding out online that my local Mercedes-Benz dealer had these two new AMG GTs in stock, I had to make a visit there last week to finally check them out, and it was absolutely worth it. Overall, the new Mercedes-AMG GT is a beautiful and amazing sports car and one of the most exciting and compelling vehicles in Mercedes-Benz's current portfolio. In addition, I am looking forward to seeing more examples and different versions of the new Mercedes-AMG GT in person in the near future.

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Tuesday, December 17, 2024

BMW M5 (G90)

BMW's midsize M5 super sedan has been redesigned for 2025 and added some other significant changes as well. Codenamed the G90, the new M5 adds a plug-in hybrid powertrain for the first time in the form of a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 paired to an electric motor producing a combined 717 horsepower and 738 pound-feet of torque. Power is sent to all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic gearbox. BMW claims that the new M5 can launch from zero to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds and accomplish an estimated top speed of 190 mph. Due to its first-ever plug-in hybrid system, the G90 M5 may be heavier than its predecessor but offers up to around 25 miles of electric-only driving range when fully charged. Notable mechanical features on the new M5 include a rear-wheel-drive-biased drift mode, adaptive dampers, rear-wheel steering, and large brakes. Inside, the new M5 contains nearly the same interior as the standard 5 Series, except the M5 adds an M-specific flat-bottomed steering wheel with a red center hash mark and customizable M buttons, sportier seats, and unique lighting aspects and screen graphics. My favorite addition to the new M5 is a wagon version known as the M5 Touring that is available in the U.S. alongside its sedan version.

Pricing for the 2025 BMW M5 starts at just over $120,000. Pictured in this post is the first G90 M5 I have ever seen in person, which occurred last week at my local BMW dealer while primarily visiting my local Audi/Porsche dealer next door. I happened to see it dressed in Isle of Man Green, which is the same shade of green outfitted on the new M5 in its initial press release photos from BMW and suits this car very well. Overall, I prefer the Mercedes-AMG E63 S and Audi RS6 more, but the new BMW M5 is a great, impressive, and intriguing super sedan and fast wagon, and one of the most appealing vehicles in BMW's current lineup. I am also looking forward to seeing the M5 Touring up close for the first time in the near future and plan to create a separate post on its wagon form once this occurs and I am able to take photos of one.

Saturday, December 14, 2024

Lamborghini Revuelto (2024-)

Featured here for the first time in about a month is the current and latest V12 flagship Lamborghini, the Revuelto. It is new for 2024 as the replacement for the Aventador in Lamborghini's lineup and the first-ever plug-in hybrid Lambo, powered by a 6.5-liter V12 mated to three electric motors producing a combined 1001 horsepower and 793 pound-feet of torque. This horsepower figure of 1001 makes the Revuelto the most powerful of any Lamborghini and plug-in hybrid ever. The Revuelto launches from zero to 60 mph in 2.3 seconds, while its top speed is rated at 218 mph. Power is sent to all four wheels through an eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox. Unlike nearly all other plug-in hybrid powertrains, the Revuelto's plug-in hybrid system's only purpose is to improve vehicle performance. Much of the Revuelto's styling is inspired by that of the limited-production Sian. In contrast to its Aventador predecessor, the Revuelto contains singular Y-shaped taillights, a retractable rear spoiler wrapping around its hexagonal-shaped dual center exhaust, an engine cover completely composed of carbon fiber instead of glass, a larger digital infotainment display, less buttons, and a more spacious and comfortable interior.

Pricing for the Lamborghini Revuelto starts at around $610,000, but options and dealer markup will easily increase its total cost up to between $800,000 and $1 million. The specific Revuelto pictured in this post is the second one I have ever seen in person and the first and likely only example in my hometown. It is finished in a stunning light gray and was displayed at my local Porsche club's cars and coffee last week. This Revuelto certainly stole the show at last week's PCA Cars & Coffee and is the coolest and my favorite car to appear at that event. Since the Revuelto has quickly become one of my favorite Lamborghinis, and this is only the second example I have ever seen up close, I felt the need to create another post within the span of roughly a month dedicated to the newest V12-powered flagship Raging Bull. The more I see, hear, and become familiar with the Lamborghini Revuelto, the more amazing and intriguing it becomes, and I am blessed to have seen a second one in person this year.

Friday, December 13, 2024

2025 Porsche 911 Carrera (992.2)

Porsche has given its quintessential 911 sports car a mid-cycle refresh for 2025. Since both examples pictured here are of the base version of the standard 992.2 Porsche 911, this specific model will be the main focus of this post. The rear-mounted 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat-six from the 992.1 911 Carrera has been boosted by nine horsepower to 388, while torque figures remain steady at 331 pound-feet. This small power bump shaves a tenth of a second off of the 992.1 911 Carrera's 0 to 60 mph time down to 3.9 seconds in the 992.2 911 Carrera. Top speed for the 992.2 911 Carrera is rated at 183 mph. Power is sent to the rear wheels through an eight-speed PDK dual-clutch gearbox in the newest base 911 Carrera. Exterior styling changes on the 992.2 911 Carrera consist of new bumpers, lights, wheels, mirrors, and aerodynamic improvements. The 992.2 Porsche 911's interior receives minor updates as well, most notably a fully digital gauge cluster, which is a first for the Porsche 911. The biggest addition to the latest mid-cycle refresh of the Porsche 911 is the introduction of the T-Hybrid powertrain system to the GTS model, which implements an electric turbocharger and electric motor/generator for increased performance and efficiency over all other standard 911 models.

Pricing for the 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera starts at just over $122,000. I saw the latest 992.2 Porsche 911 in person for the first time last month at my local Porsche club's cars and coffee, while the second example pictured in this post is a recent arrival at my local Porsche dealer. I have been looking forward to seeing the newest rendition of the quintessential Porsche sports car due to its minor design revisions and performance upgrades, plus it has only been on sale for the past few months. The first example from last month's Porsche club cars and coffee looks great, while the second example at my local Porsche showroom stands out above nearly every other base 911 due to its shade of bright minty green. Overall, I see the latest mid-cycle refresh as an all-around improvement for the Porsche 911, and it still remains a fantastic sports car.

Saturday, December 7, 2024

Best of Exotics on Broadway 2024 Part 5

Now that my vehicle-specific posts from Exotics on Broadway are complete, it's time to wrap up my Exotics on Broadway content in this compilation showcasing the best, coolest, and most unusual cars that I saw and photographed at the greatest car show I attended and will ever attend this year. The latest rendition of the biggest car show of Monterey Car Week had some of the same and similar cars that appeared there during previous years, while others were newcomers that I saw in person for the first time ever. Since this compilation consists of several vehicles, it will be split into five parts, with the first two parts showcasing my absolute favorite vehicles from that show and the rest of the series resuming in no particular order.

Without further ado, presenting Part 5, the final segment of Best of Exotics on Broadway 2024. Watch this space as my other Best of 2024 compilations and more will be heading your way very soon.

McLaren 675LT

Ferrari SF90 Stradale

McLaren 600LT

Ferrari FF

McLaren 765LT

Lamborghini Huracan STO

Lamborghini Huracan Tecnica

Lamborghini Murcielago/SV

Ferrari 488 Pista