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Mini To Launch Rocketman In Three Years Time

Tuesday, March 8th, 2011

Fans of the adorable 1959 Mini will be pleased to hear that a dainty Mini Rocketman is set to be exhibited at the Geneva motor show next week. This new vehicle will measure out at just over 3 metres in length, making it far smaller than the Countryman.

The experts at BMW have built their new offering around a carbon-fibre space-frame chassis, which can be seen on the rear end of the car. They have made use of the trademark New Mini styling, which is evident in the ‘floating roof’ and large 18in wheels. The doors have double-hinged joints and integrated sills, allowing easy access to the inside of the vehicle.

Motorists are bound to enjoy playing around with the fully integrated sliding seat system, which enables a ‘full blooded driving experience’, according to Mini. The driver can adjust their seat to the best motoring position and move the instrument cluster around, if they so desire. It is also possible to squeeze a fourth person into the car by sliding the drivers seat and cluster forward.

The Rocketman has also been kitted out with a twin tailgate, with one part being attached to the roof, and the other pulled out in a drawer like manner. The additional outside hinges are very much like those seen on the very first Mini.

BMW are very proud of the stylish little vehicle, which apparently combines ‘an innovative concept of space, futuristic materials, lifestyle-oriented connectivity, thrilling agility and avant-garde styling.’ and a decent Mini exhaust.

The parent company have worked hard in combination with the Mini team to create a concept car which appears fresh and modern, while at the same time pleases fans of the original vehicle. Everybody involved was keen to utilise carbon, which is apparent in the leather covers and glossy surfaces.

There are a host of technological features in the Mini, which are bound to be of interest to prospective purchasers. The main gadget is a centre speedometer, which comes with a control unit, enabling the motorist to programme their driving directions and music tracks for the most enjoyable journey.

The Rocketman will probably be powered by fuel economic petrol and diesel engines. However, the people in charge of this project may yet choose to use electric or hybrid power plants, which mix traditional and newer forms of electric technology.

Graham Biggs, spokesperson for Mini, said, ‘It is a small city car and with a super-efficient diesel engine you can achieve superb economy without using hybrid technology, which adds weight.’

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Classic and vintage car stainless steel exhausts

Thursday, February 17th, 2011

In the US a car must be between 20 to 45 years old to be classic. If your car is over 45 years old it is known as an antique car. Here in the UK there are no fixed definitions of a classic car; this does not mean your car should receive any less attention.

Classic and vintage car owners will understand how important it is to maintain the detail of their car. Every aspect needs to be exactly right, especially if you intend to show case your vehicle and enter competitions.

Safety has also become a major issue for classic and vintage car owners as most require an upgrade. When safety becomes a concern or modernisation, Longlife are fully trained and experienced stainless steel exhaust fitters, who will be able to fabricate and reproduce an exhaust that will look like its original design. This will improve the cars safety, performance and sound.

Longlife have a fantastic portfolio of classic exhausts, if you are still unsure please feel free to give us a call! We have built stainless steel exhausts for the following cars: Armstrong Sidley, Daimler, Rolls Royce and Bentley, Jaguar and many more.

We have an eye for fine detail and will your classic car the best attention!

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Hyundai Give The World A Sneak Preview Of Their New Rally Car

Monday, February 14th, 2011

Hyundai have just whetted the appetite of motoring enthusiasts all over the world by releasing a picture of their highly anticipated Veloster Rally car in full airborne motion. This will be the latest version of the Korean manufacturers awe inspiring three door coupé, which was showcased in it’s pre production form at the Detroit Auto show during January.

It is impossible to gauge how fast the rally car will, or how much power it will have at this stage. However, we do know that it will have rear suspension and that it is expected to go into direct competition with the recently released Ford Fiesta.

Word on the block is that the Veloster will combine masses of horsepower with a feather-weight chassis, and sophisticated all wheel drive system. It would be a fair assumption that the rally vehicle will generate more than 600hp, and will be fitted with an exhaust designed to make plenty of noise.

We already know that the basic production version of next year’s Veloster is going to be equipped with a 1.6L 4cylinder, which boasts 138hp and 123lb-ft of torque. The team at Hyundai have been working hard putting the finishing touches to this vehicle, which they have given a unique three-door design.

A Hyundai press release designed to promote the new car reads, ‘you’ve heard of smart technology, now meet the brilliant car. Entirely new, the Veloster has been designed to keep you connected 24/7. Built-in features let you share your location with friends, use hands-free texting, and even upload your favourite music and play videos through a USB port.

‘The double-scooped aggressive front end, LED headlight accents, and a trick 3rd side passenger door give this new vehicle a completely modern style, while delivering up to 40 MPG*, giving you hybrid mileage without the hybrid premium.’

Potential buyers will be interested to hear that the standard offering has been kitted out with 17-inch wheels, and stylish 214/45 series hard wearing tyres. It may be worth spending a little extra on the optional 18 inch alloy wheel twin set if you’re really keen on attracting some attention.

This Hyundai motor is expected to go into direct competition with the popular Volkswagen Scirroco and Renault Megane Coupé. It is going to priced at somewhere in the region of £20,000 and details of it’s full spec will be given at the Geneva Motor Show next month.

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Stainless steel exhaust tails

Friday, January 28th, 2011

At Longlife we are replacing more and more car exhaust systems due to poor performance and damage. Your exhaust system is exposed to some of the most awful gasses from monoxide to oxides of nitrogen and more. This is why upgrading to a stainless steel exhaust system will give you better performance, durability and last longer. We are so confident we will even give you a life time guarantee.

Stainless steel exhaust tails customise your vehicle with a stylish upgrade. Most standard exhaust tails are not the best looking; they are most likely a typical, flat, steel colour that is only designed to do its job. At Longlife you can purchase tails designed to make your car stand out.

We have over 80 designs to meet your requirements and budgets! You can choose a close replica of the original manufacturers design to your own vision of what is right for your car. All of our tails are made in our own factory using only the best quality fully polished T304 Grade Stainless steel. Choose from big, shiny styles to standard size tails.


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Why stainless steel is such a great metal for your exhaust

Friday, January 21st, 2011

This is a common question for us at Longlife. Most of our customers inquire why stainless steel exhausts are better quality then those made by the manufactures for their vehicles. Well I am going to give you a few reasons why!

• Firstly, stainless steel looks great! It is shiny, eye catching and gives any vehicle a stylish upgrade. The beauty of it is that it will not stain!

• Stainless steel exhausts require very little maintenance. It will not rust or corrode, please make sure you clean it well to avoid a change in colour.

• Stainless steel is a strong metal that will last for many years to come. Longlife offer a lifetime guarantee that’s how confident we are!

Stainless steel exhausts tips

Regardless of the car you drive, from a mean machine to a luxury Audi, a stainless steel exhaust tip is a great finishing touch to your tailpipes. Your exhaust tip from Longlife will not only last longer then chrome but is also custom bulit for your car. Performance exhaust systems are great for all car enthusiasts, a flashy tip is a must have! Every driver has a creative side, with Longlife’s custom selection you can get the performance, style and sound you have always wanted.

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Toyota Display 3 New Vehicles At The Tokyo Auto Salon

Thursday, January 20th, 2011

The Toyota team have been hard at work, making modifications to 3 of their most snazzy motors over the last few months. The vehicles, including two updated versions of the 5.0 litre V8-engined IS F and a Circuit Club Sport Racer (CCS-R), were shown off in all their glory at the Tokyo Auto Salon.

The Toyota Racing Department have produced the IS-F Club Performance Accessory, which features aggressive front and rear spoilers, rear diffuser and a super lightweight hood. The manufacturers made maximum use of carbon fibre in the cabin and finished the seats in a vibrant apricot colour. This impressive car has also been kitted out with full sports suspension, brakes, titanium exhaust and a cool computerised LSD.

The marine blue CCS-R is an ultra-fast track racing saloon, which comes with carbon fibre body panels, roll cage and polycarbonate windows. Toyota have again used carbon fibre for the interior, while ensuring that the motor is race ready by fitting a six point safety harness and minimalistic steering wheel with paddle shifters.

The leading Japanese car manufacturers also chose to showcase the Gazoo Racing Lexus LFA and TOM’s Lexus LS 460 at the major show. The first of these motors was designed for high-octane action, which was evident in it’s wonderful finishing position at the 24 hour Nurburgring event last year.

Toyota also decided to give the Japanese public a glimpse of their special Lexus LS460 L at the Auto Salon. This car has been given a stylish makeover by TOM’s, a custom components company who have a long established relationship with Toyota. They designed a whole host of performance boosting items for the LS, including 21-inch forged alloy wheels and a speed limiter cut off module, which overrides the factory maximum speed settings.

President of Toyota, Akio Toyoda was present at the Tokyo show. He was keen to discuss the latest developments in the tuning world and the assorted styles which are available to today’s motoring aficionados.

He drew upon similarities between cooking and performance motoring by saying, ‘this applies not only to cruising performance, but also to styling, riding comfort, the feel of the seats, and so on. In this sense, the flavours of automobiles have a depth equal to that of cooking.’

‘I believe it is the mission of automakers to provide the fundamental excitement of automobiles to customers, regardless of the era.’

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Aftermarket stainless steel exhausts – Ideal for your car?

Tuesday, January 18th, 2011

I have put Some simple information together to explain what an exhaust system is, and what it will do for your car.

What is an exhaust system?

An exhaust system in general removes the by products of combustion from the car’s engine and vent them in to the atmosphere away from passengers. This silences the noise of the engine and cleans up car engine emissions before venting them into the atmosphere. (Post 1992 cars only)



What will a stainless steel exhaust system do for my car?

Aftermarket stainless steel exhausts have a soul purpose of replacing the factory fitted exhaust system of a car. This will improve the cars visual, sound and general performance. Stainless steel exhausts will give any car a great style upgrade, by making changes to the more visible parts such as the exhaust tip. But you must keep in mind that aftermarket stainless steel exhausts are not just a stylish accessory but also alters the performance of a vehicle.

So before you can even consider buying a new exhaust system, make sure you think about these considerations before any purchases:

• Cost: the cost of a stainless steel exhaust system is quite overweighed, but please keep in mind that an exhaust made from such durable steel will last many yeas. Less maintenance is required to keep a high level of shine with stainless steel exhaust. So perhaps setting yourself a budget before ordering will give you a better idea of what you can get.

• Sound: if you have ever dreamt of driving a sports car with a unique rumbling noise that will instantly turn heads, then a stainless steel exhaust could be a great investment for you. Depending on the system you choose you could get a deeper roar, replicating those high end sports cars. All you need now are the alloys! :)

• Performance: an aftermarket stainless steel exhaust gives your car a more efficient fuel path. Making your engine breath better and creating more power. I should explain that my VW Passat is now seven years old and completely standard except for the performance exhaust that I had fitted with great results about two years ago. The standard output of the engine when new was 130bhp which in itself gave fairly lively performance. The much increased power delivery with my new exhaust was fantastically smooth with the feeling of more grunt coming in even before the turbo spooled up.


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Porsche Showcase Highly Charged 918 RSR

Thursday, January 13th, 2011

People stood back in amazement when the Porsche 918 hybrid supercar was unveiled last March. Now the leading German vehicle manufacturers have given motorists another treat, by showcasing the impressive 918 RSR racing version at Detroit.

The Porsche was initially developed as a concept vehicle for the 2010 Paris Motorshow. However, the vehicle was later put into limited production and is now being driven by wealthy business people in America and beyond.

The 918 RSR has been kitted out with a V8 Gasoline engine, which facilitates the development of 555hp. Adrenaline junkies can attain an extra 212hp by making use of the twin electric motors, which spring to life after the boost button is pressed.

It is extremely satisfying hearing the roar of the exhaust and feeling the rush of power when the eight seconds of additional thrust are utilised. Motorists may be interested to hear that the electric motors also function as generators when the breaks are applied.

Martin Mauer, Head of Design at Porsche, said, ‘the flywheel technology has been proved in the 911. The task was to do a super sports car, which then could become as well a racing car.

‘I always wanted to express … the 918 was not the successor of the 917. But this car was supposed to be a symbol for the company, that we are still able to build the best sports cars and racing cars.’

The team decided to kit the 918 with a host of technologically advanced parts, including a fan on the rear deck. They also installed a mean looking rear spoiler, very similar to that seen on the RS Spyder.

Apparently the cool metal chrome styling is all new. However it does bear a striking resemblance to that used for the awesome vintage Gulf. The Porsche team have also made reference to the past by painting the number 22 onto the new motor. This was the very same number that was used for the Le Mans winning 917 short tail, way back in 1971.

Mr Mauer beamed as he said, ‘overall I am extremely happy and very proud that finally we have the opportunity to show the public.’

Porsche haven’t yet revealed when they will start selling the 918 RSR. Nor have they said how much it will cost. Judging by previous releases we can safely say that there will be a great deal of demand for the hybrid.

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Aston Martin Enthusiasts Excited About Special Edition DB9s

Wednesday, January 5th, 2011

Wealthy motorists can’t wait to get their hands on one of three elegant DB9s from their nearest Aston Martin dealership. So much work has gone in to the production of the splendid Morning Frost, Carbon Black and Quantum Silver editions of the popular vehicle that they truly deserve the attention of the motoring community.

Both the Carbon Black and Quantum Silver versions have drawn inspiration from the beautiful cars which have featured in recent James Bond movies. Each of them have classy Obsidian Black interiors, and sleek Piano Black centre consoles. Drivers are likely to find great pleasure in utilising the six-speed Touchtronic II automatic transmission, which features in both cars. They may be surprised by the loud roar produced by the re-mapped sports exhausts..

The leading manufacturers couldn’t resist installing 19” 10 spoke forged gloss black painted diamond turned wheels on the ebony vehicles. They have also included black grilles, graphite tail pipes, perforated seat inners, silver stitching and gleaning switchgear as part of the sport package.

Anybody who is looking for ultimate luxury will undoubtedly be tempted to purchase the Morning Frost DB9, which comes complete with 19” 10-spoke alloys, and silver brake callipers. This car is absolutely guaranteed to get heads turning, whether it be on the race track or the city street.

The white vehicle also makes use of the electronic wizardry of the Touchtronic II transmission, which is fixed upon the transaxle. Sophisticated motorists are unlikely to feel out of place when sitting in the classy Morning Frost drivers seat, which has perforated lining and bronze leather headlining.

All three of these superior cars pack have been kitted out with a 470bhp, 6.0 litre V12 and 6 speed automatic gearbox, which really pack a punch. They also have a unique laser etched sill plaque, which shows off the world famous wings insignia in all its glory.

According to an Aston Martin press release the ‘V12 Vantage Carbon Black, DBS Carbon Black, DBS UB2010, V8 Vantage N420 and now new DB9 offerings will cater for individual tastes across the world.’

‘This attention to individual tailoring began in February when production of the Carbon Black editions began, followed in March with a Works Tailored commission made by Aston Martin to celebrate CEO, Dr. Ulrich Bez’s tenth anniversary at the helm of the marque in creating 40 limited edition UB-2010 DBSs.’
It remains to be seen whether sports car lovers stump up the required £132,525 for the privilege of owning one of these wonderful new models.

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BMW 1 Series M Coupe Packs A Punch

Tuesday, January 4th, 2011

The team at BMW decided to make a host of alterations to the BMW 1 Series Coupe in the production of the M1. The most visible changes come in the shape of jutting wheel arches, widened axles and massive 19 inch alloy wheels.

The leading manufacturers also opted to kit their mighty machine out with quad exhaust tailpipes, mean looking front and rear bumpers and elegant racing door mirrors. Motorists can take their pick between colours of Alpine White, Sapphire and Valencia Orange for the bodywork.

This impressive vehicle comes complete with a six-cylinder 3-litre engine with twin turbochargers. Keen racers will be happy to hear that the M1 can rocket from 0 to 100 mph in just under 5 seconds. It takes just 17.3 seconds to reach 200km/h, and the car will finally top out at a whopping 250km/h.

Not only can the BMW hit break neck speeds, it also has superior handling capabilities. The engineers have added a variety of top notch chassis modifications, reduced the ride height and installed suspension components straight from the M3.

The new BMW was able to complete the testing Nürburgring circuit in little over 8 minutes, according to recent reports from a leading consumer magazine. This makes it slightly slower than the E63 M6, and a little bit quicker than the E60 M5.

Few details have been spared on the M1, which comes complete with a fearsome front apron, 19 inch alloy wheels and quad exhaust pipes. Boy racers will be able to impress their friends with an allacantra dashboard and speedometer which gives the impression that the car can zoom to 300km/h. The list of sophisticated M1 gadgets includes two zone air conditioning, MP3-compatible stereo system and cruise control.

It remains to be seen whether people will be prepared to part with £39,990 for the privilege of owning an M1, with all the trimmings. Fortunately they will have the option of buying the basic model for a very reasonable £13285.

The BMW team are very confident about the sales prospects of their new offering. Thomas Plucinsky, spokesperson for the German company, said, as pricing went up in the current-generation M3, the demographics skewed higher in terms of age and income. With the 1 Series M Coupe, we’re hoping to give younger people a chance to get into an M car — people in their 30s.’

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