Mercedes SLS AMG Matte Editions to go on sale in Japan

Mercedes-Benz has recently announced the retiring of the SLS AMG in anticipation of the release of Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT, which is a hardcore, masculine and decidedly athletic version of the outgoing car. But, before the current SLS AMG goes-off from market completely, this luxury automaker has announced a treat for the ‘Land of the Rising Sun’ Japanese market; they will receive ultra-cool SLS AMG Matte Special Edition. In fact, this special edition is the second for Japan, as the German automaker also treated its Japanese customer base with another special edition model called the C63 AMG Performance Studio Edition.

MercedesSLS AMGMatte Editions goes on sale in Japan

The matter treatment has been given to both the roadster and coupe body styles, although the coupe version is limited to a flat white. Also, both new examples of the SLS AMG

 have purely cosmetic modifications and contrasting painted details, along with matte black exhaust tips.

MercedesSLS AMGMatte Editions goes on sale in Japan

However, the Matte Black Roadster model sports an iconic three-pointed star in red color on its grille, along with red grille trim. Additionally, the fender grills, the “6.3” badging, a pinstripe around the rim of the wheels, and the fuel door are all red as well. And, in the very same fashion, interiors also gets a two-tone, red and black color scheme.

However, the Matte White special edition boasts the same setup, except the red accents found on the Matte Black edition are black on the Matte White edition. A clean white pinstripe highlights the black tires and the interior is elegantly done in a black and white motif. Further, carbon-ceramic brakes are available on both models as an option, but no particular modifications on engine were performed on either of the models.

MercedesSLS AMGMatte Editions goes on sale in Japan

The Matte Black Edition will be available at a price tag of $378,300, while the Matte White Edition will be priced at $366,400 for the Coupe model and $379,000 for the Roadster.

MercedesSLS AMGMatte Editions goes on sale in Japan

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Lindsay Lohan Crashes Porsche

For the renowned American actress, recording artist, and model, Lindsay Lohan, it is popularly stated that if one get to know about her total wealth, one can actually make a movie on her, which can be titled as ‘Rise and Fall of Lindsay Lohan’. On a serious note, Lohan could have been the most prolific and rich actresses in Hollywood, but only if she had chosen to lead a more problem free lifestyle. For Lindsay, who has been trying really hard to get her life back on good track after a series of legal and medical wrangles in recent times; it seems like problems have a special association with the actress. She has now crashed her Porsche 911 into the back of a heavy-goods 18-wheeler vehicle in Los Angeles, while driving to a movie set. The gorgeous looking 25-year old actress was then taken to hospital, but was soon released finding her completely fine. However, it’s not new to see celebrities and affluent people crashing their ultra-expensive beauties, as we have earlier seen some of themost expensive car crashes.

Lindsay Lohan Crashes Porsche

The troubled actress was driving the car on Pacific Coast Highway in Santa Monica when she hit the heavy vehicle, for which she claimed that she was cut-off by the 18-wheeler. However, police officials are still trying to figure out the real cause of the crash, as there was no immediate and substantial evidence of wrong-doing.

Lindsay Lohan Crashes Porsche

Lindsay Lohan looked good in shape, after she walked out from the Sant Monica UCLA hospital, and headed straight to the set of her latest movie 'Liz and Dick', a television film about legendary Elizabeth Taylor and her stormy romance with actor Richard Burton. The movie is said to be a break for Lindsay Lohan, who after a promising early career start has become chiefly known as a hell-raising celebrity with frequent brushes with the law and substance abuse problems.

Lindsay Lohan Crashes Porsche

The black Porsche’s bumper was totally mangled and the passenger window was smashed, and as the vehicle was towed-away, its debris remained scattered on the highway.

Lindsay Lohan Crashes Porsche

Earlier last year, ‘Mr. Bean’ Rowan Atkinson also crashed his high-powered McLaren F1 supercar, after the star lost control of the vehicle, which then spun off the road and hit a tree before catching fire. Mr. Atkinson is well known for his love of fast cars.

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The 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT is a new generation of AMG super sports cars

Known for crafting vehicles that strongly emphasize world-class luxury and refinement, the three pointed star automobile brand, Mercedes-Benz has now rolled-out an exclusive 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT that boasts enhanced driving dynamics and even better on-track performance. Described to be a more hardcore version of the outgoing Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, this newer masculine and decidedly athletic version comes with an addition of ‘GT’ to its name, along with power boost, suspension systems, tweaked transmission and an optional AMG designo STYLE interior package. This year, the German automaker has so far introduced us three of its newer exclusive models including the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL500, the lighter and faster Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG and the SL 65 AMG 45th anniversary edition.

2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMGGT

Replacing all of the previous SLS AMG versions, the 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMGGT still uses the same 6.2 liter fire-breathing V8 engine but with a power boost to the tune of 20 hp, making a total of 583 hp at 6800 rpm, in comparison to 563 hp of the outgoing version. And, these minor power changes yield a 0 to 60 mph acceleration time in just 3.6 seconds with a maximum speed of 197 mph. The new SLS still rides on 20-inch rollers on the rear and 19-inch alloy wheels up front.

2013Mercedes-Benz SLS AMGGT

Demonstrating the kind of potential that lies in AMG’s super-sport cars, the SLS AMG GT excites out on the racing track by providing passionate driving experience. Distinguished by darkened headlamp and tail light lenses a unique wheel-color and red-painted brake calipers. Further, the star recess in the radiator grille and wing-shaped cross fins have been given an ultra-exclusive high-gloss black finish, as do the hood fins, front fenders and exterior mirrors. And, to clearly identify this newer model, the AMG logo sporting on the right side of the trunk lid also features the additional letters ‘GT’.

2013Mercedes-Benz SLS AMGGT

The new 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT also sports newly developed AMG Adaptive Performance Suspension which considerably enhances the vehicle's sportiness. And, solely depending on the driving conditions, vehicle load and speed, the new AMG Adaptive Performance Suspension automatically adjusts the damping characteristics at lightning speed and automatically reduces the roll angle of the body. Also, the two modes can be selected via a button on the AMG DRIVE UNIT.

2013Mercedes-Benz SLS AMGGT

Further, the automaker has provided AMG designo STYLE interior package for all SLS AMG GT. It’s a new and highly exclusive option which is available in three varied combination of colors in both single and two-tone glossy finishes.

2013Mercedes-Benz SLS AMGGT

It comprises a distinctive upholstery design that features full designo leather with a contrast stitching and a diamond quilt design on door panel inserts and seats.

2013Mercedes-Benz SLS AMGGT

For MY201 in the United States, Mercedes-Benz will be exclusively available as a Roadster and Coupe and will go on sale in mid of November 2012.

Enthusiasts can also check the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Cigarette boat, which is available for over $1 million, besides the Hamley's small-scale Swarovski-studded Mercedes Benz SLS AMG.

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Geoffrey Parker's Most Expensive Backgammon Set Costs $387,890

Ever since its inception in year 1958, Geoffrey Parker, a traditional British manufacturer of world’s finest bespoke games and gifts has been designing and creating products for the world’s luxury stores, casinos, corporations and private commissions. Over the times, the brand has impressed us with its incredible works of art, which includes the luxury Coffee Game table, acontemporary game table that stores 33 games and the world’s most expensive poker set for $7.5 million. And, now again Geoffrey Parker explored all the avenues in the world of Backgammon game to bring in the world’s most expensive Backgammon set that cost a staggering amount of $387,890.

Backgammon half open

Geoffrey Parker, which has been crafting hand-built Backgammon games for the champions and aficionados, has now further pushed ‘the boat out’ and is offering this fabulous game in an exotic and unusual way.

87-Ex Alligator & White gold Backgammon case, closed

Described to be a tournament sized Backgammon board in Alligator/Stingray, this exotic game set comes with an Alligator playing field with Shagreen points and with solid 18ct yellow and white gold stones set with a 1 ct diamond each.

White & Yellow gold stones with 1ct Diamond

Further, there is also a diamond set doubling cube where all of the numbers are made up of diamonds meticulously set into 18ct white gold.

Backgammon open

Also, the four dice are agaian crafted with 18ct white gold and set with 27 diamonds each. The case when closed measures 605 x 375 x 85 mm.

Detail of Shagreen & Alligator field

This bespoke and limited piece of exotic Alligator/Stingray Backgammon set with Gold & Diamond stones along with other hand-crafted games by Geoffrey Parker, are being offered at an acclaimed luxury gifting website named GiftVault.

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