http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/ NFS Shift Cars http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/PAGANIZONDAR-20091002085131590 <p> </p> <p>First bowing at the Geneva Motor show in 2007, the Pagani Zonda R Clubsport is one of the most beautiful cars to ever grace pavement. <br /><br />While the Zonda R may look similar to the Zonda F, only 10 percent of its parts were recycled from the wildly-successful first model. <br /><br />Much like its brother, the R has an almost unbelievable 739 horsepower from its 7.3-liter V12, which was engineered by Mercedes-Benz. It’s also ahead of its time technologically, with a system that records and stores how much downforce is generated by each wheel at all times, helping drivers improving their cornering technique. <br /><br />Its Formula One-inspired exhaust gives off a familiar wail, but you’ll have to take a Zonda R for a spin around the track in SHIFT to truly appreciate its charm.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/PAGANIZONDAR-20091002085131590 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/CHEVROLETCOBALTSS-20091002062128434 <p> </p> <p>Finding itself lacking in the growing ‘sport-compact’ market, Chevrolet decided to trick out its entry-level coupe, the Cobalt, and give it a performance model – the SS.<br /><br />The Cobalt SS is a powerful little beast that looks mean – with a whale-tail spoiler and 18-inch wheels – and goes pretty well, too, with 205 horsepower from the factory, giving it more than several of its rivals, including the Honda Civic Si and Volkswagen GTI, which are also more expensive.  <br /><br />It comes in an assortment of loud colors, from yellow to a burnt orange, but you can make it any color you want in SHIFT.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/CHEVROLETCOBALTSS-20091002062128434 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/MCLARENMERCEDESBENZ722EDITION-20091002081803901 <p> </p> <p>722. The number refers to the start time (7:22 a.m.) for Stirling Moss and his co-driver Denis Jenkinson when they won the 1955 Mille Miglia in a Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR. <br /><br />The 722 Edition has a top speed of 337 km/h – which it reaches in only 21 seconds - and has a whopping 640 horsepower, running a 0-60 in less than four seconds.  <br /><br />Racing has progressed considerably since the heyday of Moss, but the ’07 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 Edition is fit for a racer of his caliber, even today. On the outside, the car differs from the standard SLR with its red ‘722’ badges and black 19” alloy wheels, making the 722 Edition a massive force in SHIFT.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/MCLARENMERCEDESBENZ722EDITION-20091002081803901 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/BMW135iCoup-20091001113341615 <p> </p> <p>The BMW 135i Coupé is considered to be the flagship of the BMW 1 Series. First offered in 2007, it is the world's first car with a double-helical ball bearings differential which have the advantage of running at an even lower operating temperature reached more quickly than in other cars.<br /><br />Apart from slight modifications, it uses the same front end design as the rest of the 1 Series so as to ensure some visual consistency within the range. The Coupé is 133 mm (5.2 in) longer than the hatch, creating 20 liters of extra boot space. It is 220 mm (8.7 in) shorter than 3-series Coupé (E92).<br /><br />The 135i Coupé was first announced in Europe and became available in the late 2007. The European models were available in 3 engine specs: the known 120d and the new 204 hp 123d and 306 hp 135i, both twin-turbo engines. Three days after the European announcement, BMW of North America announced the 1-Series Coupé as a 2008 model and detailing it would be available with a 300 horsepower, twin turbocharged 3.0 litre inline six cylinder engine.<br /><br />Some quick stats on the Performance of the 135i: <br />- Power: 306 PS (302 hp/225 kW) <br />- Torque: 400 N•m (300 ft•lbf) <br />- Manual Transmission Acceleration (0 - 100 km/h): 4.8s <br />- Automatic Transmission Acceleration (0 - 100 km/h): 4.7s <br />- Top Speed: 250 km/h (155.3 mph)</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/BMW135iCoup-20091001113341615 2009-10-01T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NISSANSILVIASPECRAERO-20091005045943442 <p> </p> <p>Nissan Silvia, which went under several different names during its time in North America, including the 200SX and 240SX but the final generation of the Silvia – which appears in SHIFT - was only available in Japan, Australia and New Zealand.   <br /><br />This Silvia, the S15 Spec-R Aero, pumps out 250 horsepower from a 2-litre turbocharged powerplant mated to a six-speed manual transmission and also has limited-slip differential in the back, allowing for better results on the track.<br /><br />The Aero package, optional on the Spec-R, added a large rear wing and side skirts to give the car a more aggressive appearance.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NISSANSILVIASPECRAERO-20091005045943442 2009-10-05T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/2010FalkenTireFordMustangGT-20091002061725194 <p> </p> <p>As the first person to pilot a non-Japanese made vehicle to victory in a D1 drifting event, Vaughn Gittin Jr.’s Ford Mustang GT has become a sought-after car for drift racing. <br /><br />Gittin hollows out his Mustang, which is a standard 4.6-liter GT, but with an added twist: a Ford Racing supercharger. The front passenger seat is taken out, everything that adds extra weight is removed to make it the best drift car it can be.<br /><br />The body panels of JR’s Mustang are made entirely of dry carbon, significantly cutting down on its weight. His tires, one of the most important parts of a drift car, are 255/40-18 Azenis RT615’s in the front and back.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961">RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</a></strong></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/2010FalkenTireFordMustangGT-20091002061725194 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FerrariF430Spider-20100212113913815 <p> </p> <p>Here she is: Ferrari’s flagship convertible, the F430 Spider. It features the same running gear as the standard F430, but in case you’re jumping ahead to the Spider, here’s a quick re-cap. <br /><br /> Under the hood is a Ferrari/Maserati joint-venture 4.3-liter V8 engine that kicks out 483 horsepower. This engine is the start of a new era for Ferrari, as it’s the first engine that does not share the classic ‘Dino’ setup which began in the 1950s. <br /><br /> As the successor to the highly-successful ‘360’ line, the 430 had big shoes to fill in both design and performance. <br /><br /> To their credit, Ferrari didn’t stray far from the winning design of the 360, opting to smooth out some edges and add curves rather than build a new platform from the ground up for 430. <br /><br /> The two cars share door panels, roof and front windshield, as well as having the same aluminum chassis, which was originally designed for the 360. One small difference in the F430 chassis is the addition of some stiffening beams in the floor pan. <br /><br /> It also borrowed slightly from Ferrari’s beloved Enzo supercar, taking the tail lights and interior vents, makes reference to the Testarossa by carving its model name in the drivers’ side mirror as well as having large oval-shaped openings in its front bumpers, reminiscent of Ferrari’s Formula One racers of the 1960s. <br /><br /> Turning back to its Formula One roots, the F430 has a manettino – Italian for ‘little lever ‘- dial on its steering wheel which allows drivers to change settings for traction control, stability and performance. <br /><br /> One particular setting on the manettino, ‘RACE’, evokes strong caution from Ferrari in the car’s instruction manual, telling drivers to use this format only if they are on a race track. <br /><br /> ‘RACE’ increases the engine’s damping level, limits any intervention from the engine management system and speeds up gear shifts to professional race levels. <br /><br /> Taking the F430 Spider for a spin in SHIFT when you purchase the downloadable Ferrari Pack is a sublime experience, take one out today.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FerrariF430Spider-20100212113913815 2010-02-12T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FerrariSuperAmerica-20100212114143746 <p> </p> <p>Billed as the world’s fastest convertible with a top speed of 199 mph, the Ferrari Superamerica is by far the coolest variant of the 575M Maranello platform. <br /><br /> It was fitted with an electrochromic glass roof which rotated 180 degrees to cover the trunk flat when open, making Superamerica the first production vehicle to have a convertible top like it. <br /><br /> Due to its innovative design and application, the amount of trunk space in Superamerica stays the same whether the roof is open or closed; a major benefit if you want to keep your golf bag in the boot. <br /><br /> With the use of electrochromic glass, drivers can control how much light gets into the cockpit of their Superamerica. There are five tint settings available, with the glass going from dark to light in less than one minute. <br /><br /> Only 559 Superamericas were ever manufactured, with the unusual production number being attributed to Enzo Ferrari’s philosophy that Ferrari should build one fewer car than the market will bear in order to keep demand high. <br /><br /> Powered by a slightly tuned-up 5.7-liter V12, Superamerica kicks out 540 horsepower, screaming from 0-60 in only 4.1 seconds. It’s available with either a manual gearbox of Ferrari’s famous ‘F1’ paddle-shift system. <br /><br /> One cool option available to all cars on the 575M line is the GTC handling package, which includes carbon-ceramic Brembo brakes, unique 19” wheels, a louder exhaust system and a performance-tuned suspension setup. <br /><br /> The whole package will cost you around $300,000, and that’s when it was new, and the GTC handling pack will set you back another $23,000, so your best bet to drive a Superamerica is in Need for Speed SHIFT’s Ferrari Pack. <br /><br /> Here are some more shots of the FERRARI SUPERAMERICA:</p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari SuperAmerica/Shift_Ferrari_SuperAmerica_001.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari SuperAmerica/Shift_Ferrari_SuperAmerica_002.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari SuperAmerica/Shift_Ferrari_SuperAmerica_004.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari SuperAmerica/Shift_Ferrari_SuperAmerica_005.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FerrariSuperAmerica-20100212114143746 2010-02-12T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/BMWM3E92-20091002062057196 <p> </p> <p>As the first M3 to feature a V8 engine, the E92 set a new performance benchmark for the company that bills its cars as the ultimate driving machines. <br /><br />The E92 continues in the tradition of outstanding performance for the ‘M’ line, kicking out 414 horsepower from its 4.0-liter V8. This is an increase in power of more than 20 percent from the E46. <br /><br />Racing teams have taken notice of the E92’s improvements as well, with American Le Mans Series team Rahal Letterman Racing – the team of SHIFT contributor Tommy Milner – buying two factory-backed M3s for their 2009 season.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/BMWM3E92-20091002062057196 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961 <p> </p> <p><img style="height: 230px ! important; width: 910px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Info/Info_Ferrari_Cars.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Since the Team Racing Pack was launched you guys have been asking for even more cars. You know us...we like to DELIVER! We are extremely excited to announce the ten new cars in the Ferrari Racing Series expansion pack for Need for Speed SHIFT exclusive to the Xbox 360. Check out all ten cars below:</strong></p> <p> </p> <table style="width: 890px;" border="0" align="center"> <tbody> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="Ferrari430Scuderia-20100212113326898"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari 430 Scuderia/Shift_Ferrari_430_Scuderia_001_Thumb.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> FERRARI 430 SCUDERIA </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="Ferrari599GTBFiorano-20100212113426894"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano/Shift_Ferrari_599_GTB_Fiorano_005_Thumb.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> FERRARI 599 GTB FIORIANO </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="FerrariCalifornia-20100212113547496"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari Californial/Shift_Ferrari_California_001_Thumb.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> FERRARI CALIFORNIA </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="FerrariF50GT-20100212113630270"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F50 GT/Shift_Ferrari_F50_GT_002_Thumb.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> FERRARI F50 GT </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="FerrariF430Challenge-20100212113730502"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F430 Challenge/Shift_Ferrari_F430_Challenge_001_Thumb.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> FERRARI F430 CHALLENGE </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="FerrariF430GTC-20100212113829091"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F430 GTC/Shift_Ferrari_F430_GTC_002_Thumb.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> FERRARI F430 GTC </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="FerrariF430Spider-20100212113913815"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F430 Spider/Shift_Ferrari_F430_Spider_001_Thumb.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> FERRARI F430 SPIDER </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="FerrariFXX-20100212114022748"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari FXX/Shift_Ferrari_FXX_002_Thumb.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> FERRARI FXX </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="FerrariScuderiaSpider16M-20100212114101879"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M/Shift_Ferrari_Scuderia_Spider_16M_004_Thumb.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> FERRARI SCUDERIA SPIDER 16M </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="FerrariSuperAmerica-20100212114143746"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari SuperAmerica/Shift_Ferrari_SuperAmerica_005_Thumb.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> FERRARI SUPERAMERICA </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"></td> <td align="center"></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><img style="height: 175px ! important; width: 910px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Team_Racing_Pack_Cars.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>You wanted more cars, you got ‘em – the Team Racing Pack includes five new cars, four legendary muscle cars from a time when cubic inches were king, and one of the most sought-after imports of the 21st century.<br /><br />For fans of rock-solid American power, this car pack was made for you.<br /><br />Four cars you’ve been dreaming about since getting your license: 1967 Shelby GT500, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, 1969 Dodge Charger R/T and 1971 Dodge Challenger R/T are now available in Need for Speed SHIFT.<br /><br />Tuners, we haven’t forgotten about you: included in this pack is the 1998 Toyota Supra Mark IV, a car that has taken on a life of its own in the aftermarket community.<br /><br />The NFS community has been clamoring for the Supra since day one, and we are happy to make it available. If you’re not convinced, take the Supra for a rip around the track.</strong></p> <p> </p> <table style="width: 890px;" border="0" align="center"> <tbody> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="1967CHEVROLETCORVETTESTINGRAY427-20091119084425025"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/TeaM_rAcInG/THUMB_1967_Chevrolet_Corvette_Stingray.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> 1967 CHEVROLET CORVETTE STINGRAY 427 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="1967SHELBYGT500-20091119085114191"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/TeaM_rAcInG/THUMB_1967_Shelby_GT500.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> 1967 SHELBY GT500 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="1969DODGECHARGERRT-20091119085330228"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/TeaM_rAcInG/THUMB_1969_Dodge_Charger_RT.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> 1969 DODGE CHARGER R/T </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="1971DODGECHALLENGERRT-20091119085523917"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/TeaM_rAcInG/THUMB_1971_Dodge_Challenger.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> 1971 DODGE CHALLENGER R/T </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="1998TOYOTASUPRAMARKIV-20091119085643251"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/TeaM_rAcInG/THUMB_1998_toyota_Supra.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> 1998 TOYOTA SUPRA MARK IV </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><img style="height: 175px ! important; width: 910px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/NFS_Shift_Cars.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Need for Speed SHIFT has 72 of the fastest, most innovative and beautiful cars on the road and tracks today. Below is every car in the game, with its own page and real in-game photos showing your dream car in action. <br /><br />Every car from the Mazda RX-7 to the Audi R8 went through an extensive vetting process to be selected for SHIFT. <br /><br />Only the best cars made the grade. It’s your turn to drive them. Here are the cars of Need for Speed SHIFT:</strong></p> <p> </p> <table style="width: 890px;" border="0" align="center"> <tbody> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="ASTONMARTINDB9-20091002061809458"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/ASTON_MARTIN_DB9.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Aston Martin DB9 Coupe </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="ASTONMARTINDBR9-20091001112758409"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/ASTON_MARTIN_DBR9.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Aston Martin Racing DBR9 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="ASTONMARTINVANTAGEN400-20091002061853596"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/ASTON_MARTIN_N400_VANTAGE.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Aston Martin V8 Vantage N400 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="AUDIR8-20091002061946512"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/AUDI_R8_4.2FSI.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Audi R8 4.2 FSI quattro </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="AUDIR8LMS-20091005050026356"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/AUDI_R8_LMS.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Audi R8 LMS </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="AUDIRS4-20091002062022207"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/AUDI_RS4.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Audi RS4 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="AUDIS3-20091001113124116"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/AUDI_S3.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Audi S3 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="AUDIS4-20091001113211273"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/AUDI_S4.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Audi S4 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="AUDITTQUATTRO-20091001113254178"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/AUDI_TT.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Audi TT Coupé 3.2 quattro </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="BMW135iCoup-20091001113341615"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/BMW_135i.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> BMW 135i Coupé </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="BMWM3E36-20091001113443688"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/BMW_M3_E36.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> BMW M3 E36 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="BMWM3E46-20091001113519717"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/BMW_M3_E46.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> BMW M3 E46 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="BMWM3E92-20091002062057196"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/BMW_E92.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> BMW M3 E92 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="BMWM3GT2-20091001113707639"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/BMW_GT2.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> BMW M3 GT2 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="BMWZ4MCOUPE-20091001113824050"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/BMW_Z4.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> BMW Z4 M Coupé </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="PORSCHECAYMANSBONUSCAR-20091005033532134"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/PORSCHE_CAYMEN_S_BONUS.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Bonus Porsche Cayman S </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="BUGATTIVEYRON164-20091001114032422"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/BUGATTI_VEYRON.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Bugatti Veyron 16.4 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="CHEVROLETCAMAROSS-20091001114131143"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/CHEVY_CAMARO_SS.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Chevrolet Camaro SS </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="CHEVROLETCOBALTSS-20091002062128434"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/CHEVY_COBALT_SS.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Chevrolet Cobalt SS </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="CHEVROLETCORVETTEZ06-20091001114313454"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/CHEVY_CORVETTE_Z06.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Chevrolet Corvette Z06 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="DODGEVIPERCOKEZERO-20091002062325485"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/DODGE_COKE_ZERO_VIPER_SR10.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Coke Zero® Dodge Viper SRT10 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="DODGECHALLENGERCONCEPT-20091002062241473"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/DODGE_CHALLENGER_CONCEPT.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Dodge Challenger Concept </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="DODGEVIPERSRT10-20091002062410585"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/DODGE_VIPER_SRT10.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Dodge Viper SRT10 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="2010FalkenTireFordMustangGT-20091002061725194"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/FORD_FALKEN_TIRE_MUSTANG.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Falken Tire Ford Mustang GT </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="FORDESCORTRSCOSWORTH-20091002062445404"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/FORD_ESCORT_RS_COSWORTH.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Ford Escort RS Cosworth </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="FORDFOCUSST-20091002062527339"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/FORD_ESCORT_FS.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Ford Focus ST </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="FordGT-20091002062610173"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/FORD_GT.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Ford GT </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="HONDACIVICSI-20091002075550803"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/HONDA_CIVIC_SI.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Honda Civic Si </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="HondaS2000-20091002075626520"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/HONDA_S2000.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Honda S2000 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="%20INFINITIG35-20091002080713903"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/NISSAN_G35_V35.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Infiniti G35 (V35) </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="KOENIGSEGGCCX-20091002080746580"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/Koenigsegg_CCX_RESHOOTS.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Koenigsegg CCX </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="LAMBORGHINIGALLARDOLP5604-20091002080824895"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/GALLARDO_LP560-4.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="LamborghiniMurcilagoLP640-20091002080910001"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/LAMBORGHINI_MURCIELAGO_LP640.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Lamborghini Murciélago LP640 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="LamborghiniReventn-20091002081143316"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/LAMBORGHINI_REVENTON.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Lamborghini Reventón </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="LEXUSLFACONCEPT-20091002081222581"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/LEXUS_LFA_CONCEPT.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Lexus LF-A Concept </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="LOTUSELISE111R-20091002081256598"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/LOTUS_ELISE_111R.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Lotus Elise 111R </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="LOTUSEXIGES-20091002081335577"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/LOTUS_EXIGE_S.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Lotus Exige S </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="MASERATIMC12-20091002081410839"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/MASERATI_MC12.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Maserati MC12 GT1 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="MAZDAMX5-20091002081508943"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/Mazda_MX-5_RESHOOTS.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Mazda MX-5 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="MAZDARX7-20091002081546439"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/MAZDA_RX-7.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Mazda RX-7 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="MAZDARX8-20091002081617899"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/MAZDA_RX_8.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Mazda RX-8 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="McLarenF1-20091002081727802"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/MCLAREN_F1.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> McLaren F1 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="MERCEDESBENZSL65AMG-20091002081919616"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/MERCEDIES_SL65_AMG.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="MCLARENMERCEDESBENZ722EDITION-20091002081803901"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/MERCEDIES_SLR_MCLAREN_722.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 Edition </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="MITSUBISHILANCEREVOLUTIONX-20091002082121518"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/MITSUBISHI_LANCER_EVOLUTION.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Mitsubishi Lancer EVOLUTION </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="MITSUBISHILANCEREVOIXMR-20091002082005377"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/MITSUBISHI_LANCER_EVOLOUTION_IX_MR.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Mitsubishi Lancer EVOLUTION IX MR-edition </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="NeedforSpeedEditionSHELBYTERLINGUA-20091005034642723"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/SHELBY_TERLINGUA.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Need for Speed™ Shelby Terlingua Ford Mustang </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="NISSAN200SXS14-20091002082156060"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/NISSAN_200_SX_S14.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Nissan 200SX (S14) </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="NISSAN240SXS13-20091002082234693"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/NISSAN_240SX_S13.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Nissan 240SX (S13) </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="NISSAN350Z-20091002082312914"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/NISSAN_350Z_Z33.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Nissan 350Z (Z33) </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="NISSAN370-20091002082400530"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/NISSAN_370Z_Z34.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Nissan 370Z (Z34) </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="NISSANGTR-20091005050235804"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/NISSAN_GT-R_R35.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Nissan GT-R (R35) </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="NissanGTRSpecV-20091002082447717"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/NISSAN_GT-R_SPEC_V.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Nissan GT-R SpecV (R35) </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="NISSANSILVIASPECRAERO-20091005045943442"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/NISSAN_SILVIA_SPEC_R_AERO_S15.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Nissan Silvia spec.R AERO (S15) </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="NissanSkyline2000GTR-20091002083113025"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/NISSAN_SKYLINE_2000GT-R_C10.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="NISSANSKYLINEGTRR34-20091002084951619"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/NISSAN_R34_GT-R_RESHOOTS.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="PAGANIZONDAF-20091002085044181"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/PAGANI_ZONDA_F.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Pagani Zonda F </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="PAGANIZONDAR-20091002085131590"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/PAGANI_ZONDA_R.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Pagani Zonda R </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="PORSCHE911GT2-20091002085235894"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/PORSCHE_911_GT2.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Porsche 911 GT2 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="PORSCHE911GT3RSR-20091002085313672"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/PORSCHE_911_GT3_RS.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Porsche 911 GT3 RSR </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="PORSCHECARRERAGT-20091002085556891"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/PORSCHE_CARRERA_GT.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Porsche Carrera GT </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="PORSCHECAYMANS-20091005033621438"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/PORSCHE_CAYMEN_S.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Porsche Cayman S </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="RenaultMganeRS-20091005034129114"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/RENAULT_Megane.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> RENAULT SPORT MÉGANE R.S. </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="SCIONtC-20091005034453919"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/SCION_TC.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> SCION tC </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="SEATLEONCUPRA-20091005034528235"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/SEAT_LEON_CUPRA.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> SEAT Leon CUPRA </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="SHELBYGT500-20091005034607406"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/SHELBY_GT500.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Ford Shelby GT500 </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="SUBARUWRXSTI-20091005034718896"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/IMPREZA_WRX_STI.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Subaru Impreza WRX STi </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="TOYOTACOROLLAGTSAE86-20091005034758275"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/TOYOTA_COROLLA_GTS_AE86.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Toyota Corolla GTS (AE86) </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="VOLKSWAGENGTI-20091005034844935"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/VW_GOLF_GTI.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Volkswagen Golf GTI </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> <tr width="890" align="center"> <td align="center"><strong> <a href="VolkswagenScirocco-20091005034922956"> <img style="height: 113px ! important; width: 200px ! important;" src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/Thumbs/VW_SCIROCCO.jpg" alt="" /> <br /> Volkswagen Scirocco </a> <br /> </strong><strong><strong> <br /><br /><br /></strong></strong></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961 2009-09-24T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/MAZDARX7-20091002081546439 <p> </p> <p>1995 was the final year for the RX-7 in North America with the RX nameplate disappearing back across the Pacific until 2003, when the RX-8 bowed. <br /><br />The final RX-7 was the most powerful Mazda built, churning out as many as 261 fleet horses mated to a five-speed manual transmission – automatics had slightly less – and adding a curvier body that was arguably the most attractive RX-7 produced. <br /><br />As with all Mazda’s sports cars, the RX-7 sported the Wankel Rotary engine that was famous for kicking out tons of power to high-revving drivers despite its small (1.3-liter) size.<br /><br />Highly customizable, tuners have been enjoying the RX-7 for years in both racing and drifting competitions. See how powerful you can make yours in SHIFT.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/MAZDARX7-20091002081546439 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/AUDIS3-20091001113124116 <p> </p> <p>Similar to the Volkswagen Golf R32, the Audi S3 is a two-door (but also available in a 4-door) hot hatch with a lightning-quick 2-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that burns up the road with a surprising 261 horsepower. But you can’t get one in North America.  <br /><br />Like all other ‘S’ models, the S3 has Quattro four-wheel drive but under the hood it also has a larger turbo and intercooler as well as high-performance pistons pushing the engine harder than any other ‘S’ compact before it. <br /><br />The end result is a car that runs 0-60 in 5.5 seconds and has an electronically-limited top speed of 155 mph. Take the S3 for a spin in SHIFT and see what this side of the Atlantic is missing out on.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/AUDIS3-20091001113124116 2009-10-01T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/MAZDARX8-20091002081617899 <p> </p> <p>After nearly a decade on the sidelines, Mazda resurrected the ‘RX’ nameplate in North America in 2003 with the release of the RX-8, continuing in Mazda’s tradition of rotary-powered sports cars. <br /><br />The RX-8 was an immediate hit with regular drivers as well as tuners and racers. Its 1.3-liter engine, known as RENESIS can produce nearly 250 horsepower while still providing the classic RX-level handling and braking. <br /><br />RENESIS is one of the lightest production engines on the planet, at less than 350 pounds, dramatically reducing the RX-8’s curb weight and giving it the kind of performance you’d expect from a car in SHIFT.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/MAZDARX8-20091002081617899 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/DODGEVIPERCOKEZERO-20091002062325485 <p> </p> <p>There’s no bubbles, no fizz and no stylized glass frame, but the Coke ZERO Dodge Viper SRT10 - exclusive to Need for Speed SHIFT - is a ride that really pops.  <br /><br />This new Viper is only available as an unlockable car in SHIFT and can be driven in quick race and online modes and trust us when we say you’ll want to use it in both. Frequently.<br /><br />Let’s be clear, the Coke ZERO SRT10 isn’t simply a re-skin – though the new livery is beautiful – the performance in this new ride is markedly better than the stock SRT10. <br /><br />We took the Viper’s stock 8.4-liter (510 cubic-inch) V10 and bored it out significantly to produce 680 horsepower, an increase of more than 11 percent on the stock SRT10. Torque is also improved, ramping up to an almost-unbelievable 949 lb/ft of raw American power.<br /><br />As a fifth-tier car, the Coke ZERO SRT10 also has improved breaking, handling, acceleration and a higher top speed than the stock SRT10, making it a formidable foe on the track.<br /><br />Unlock yours today and you’ll be blowing the doors off the competition.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/DODGEVIPERCOKEZERO-20091002062325485 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NISSAN370-20091002082400530 <p> </p> <p>The sixth generation of Nissan’s famed ‘Z-car’ line, the 370Z (known in Japan as the Fairlady Z) was officially unveiled in late 2008 at the LA Auto Show and is a continuation on the line of cars that have excited young and old since the original Datsun 240Z hit the streets in 1969. <br /><br />In terms of power, the 370Z packs a nasty punch, packing 332 bhp in its 3.7-liter V6 to go along with 270 lb-ft of torque, giving it more than enough guts to haul you and a friend quickly along any stretch of the concrete jungle. <br /><br />The 370Z was a complete redesign from its predecessor, with no pieces of sheet metal recycled from the 350Z and made its debut in the NFS Universe before it was available to consumers in 2008’s Undercover. It returns for its second tour of duty in SHIFT.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NISSAN370-20091002082400530 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/BMWZ4MCOUPE-20091001113824050 <p> </p> <p>This isn’t your grandpa’s Z4. <br /><br />Under the hood of the BMW Z4 M Coupe are 330 horses yearning to be set free on any unsuspecting blacktop, sharing a 3.2-liter inline-6 with its larger cousin, the M3, this car means business on the highway and the track. <br /><br />It goes around corners like a dynamo and runs 0-60 in less than five seconds, impressive for a convertible, but you’ll get the chance to make it a champion in SHIFT. <br /><br />When you think of German power and luxury, chances are your mind won’t drift to Spartanburg, South Carolina, but the E85 Z4 was manufactured in Spartanburg until 2008, when production was moved back to Germany for the E89.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/BMWZ4MCOUPE-20091001113824050 2009-10-01T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/LAMBORGHINIGALLARDOLP5604-20091002080824895 <p> </p> <p>All of the numbers and letters in the Lamborghini LP560-4’s name has a special meaning to the automaker. <br /><br />‘LP’ stands for ‘longitudinal posteriore’, referring to the car’s rear-mounted engine; 560 referring to the number of muscular horses pulling its 5.2-liter V10; and ‘4’ meaning, well, four wheels.<br /><br />The LP560-4 is trimmer than the previous generation of Gallardo, dropping about 50 pounds and greener, cutting CO2 emissions by 18 percent, but stomp on the gas in SHIFT and your LP560-4 will scream to life just like the one that blew by you on the freeway this morning - but you won’t get any speeding tickets.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/LAMBORGHINIGALLARDOLP5604-20091002080824895 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/PAGANIZONDAF-20091002085044181 <p> </p> <p>It’s never touched North American soil (legally) because of emission and safety concerns, but the extremely limited production - 25 units - Pagani Zonda F is a fine example of art on wheels. <br /><br />The Zonda F is built entirely by hand and will set you back nearly $750,000 if you’re lucky enough to procure one. Its Clubsport model also held the fastest lap ever run at Nurburgring at 7 minutes, 29 seconds, before it was bested by the 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 a year ago. <br /><br />People of all ages can drool over the Zonda F, which crams 594 ponies inside its massive 7.3-liter Mercedes-AMG V12 engine and screams from 0-60 in a miniscule 3.6 seconds. The Zonda F is one of the finest cars available in SHIFT.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/PAGANIZONDAF-20091002085044181 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/AUDITTQUATTRO-20091001113254178 <p> </p> <p>In 2006, the second generation of the Audi TT was released as a 2007 model and it continued to build on its tradition of building sporty hatchbacks with the 3.2 quattro. <br /><br />The quattro’s V6 engine grinds out 247 horsepower to go along with 4-wheel drive and the dual-clutch Direct-Shift-Gearbox found in many Volkswagen models that Audi re-named the ‘S tronic’ for its own purposes. <br /><br />One unique feature to the ’07 TT is a pop-up rear spoiler that can be controlled with the push of a button on the dashboard or automatically deploys when the driver hits 120 km/h.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/AUDITTQUATTRO-20091001113254178 2009-10-01T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/MASERATIMC12-20091002081410839 <p> </p> <p>A fixture in FIA GT, Italian GT, Super GT and American Le Mans Series races, the Maserati MC12 is as close to a true supercar that you’ll find in SHIFT. <br /><br />Pumping out 624 horsepower from its 6-liter V12, the MC12 is actually based heavily on the extremely limited-edition Ferrari Enzo. <br /><br />The MC12 was originally conceived when Maserati was a division of Ferrari with the two cars sharing an engine, chassis and track (axle length between the wheels). It was originally tested by SHIFT collaborator Andrea Bertolini, a championship racecar driver on the FIA GT circuit.   <br /><br />While the MC12 may cost around $1 million to buy, don’t expect any of the luxuries that usually come with that kind of price tag, as the car has no radio or rear window.  <br /><br />But why would you need a radio when the sweetest sounds of all come from the engine?</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/MASERATIMC12-20091002081410839 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/INFINITIG35-20091002080713903 <p> </p> <p>Is it an Infiniti G35 or a Skyline V35? Your opinion probably depends on which side of the Pacific you live on. The G35 coupe/sedan is Infiniti’s flagship model in North America and one of the finest cars available in SHIFT for the price. <br /><br />When it was introduced in 2003, the G35 was a powerful luxury coupe, kicking out more than 280 horsepower from its V6 engine and going around corners like a demon. <br /><br />Its 3.5-liter six is combined with an outstanding 6-speed gearbox that makes motoring around in the G35 a breeze. Take one for a spin in SHIFT and you’ll be happy with the result.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/INFINITIG35-20091002080713903 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NissanGTRSpecV-20091002082447717 <p> </p> <p>The SpecV is based on last year's Japanese entry to the Supercar standard but with a few modifications, mainly to the bodywork to reduce the weight while increasing the power delivered to the mid-range gears. All great info if you're able to afford the car (and live in Japan) but for those of you just looking to race the car in SHIFT then the key thing you need to know is that it's huge fun to play in the game. I've spent more than one lunchtime sat in front of the screen taking the SpecV out for a spin on the track. It's probably one of the most drivable cars in the game; if you fancy yourself as a bit of a gymkhana-wannabe then this is one of the best cars to play with... forwards, backwards, sideways... it's a huge amount of fun to drive. I could write more but I've talked myself into loading up the game again for a quick session.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NissanGTRSpecV-20091002082447717 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FerrariCalifornia-20100212113547496 <p> </p> <p>Reviving the ‘California’ name originally sported by the 1950s Ferrari 250GT Spider, the Ferrari California opens up a completely new range for the prancing horse: a 2+2 V8. In many ways, California is a car of firsts for Ferrari. <br /><br /> California is the first Ferrari to feature a front-mounted V8 engine as well as the first to feature a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. <br /><br /> Despite its obvious beauty, accented with customary Italian curves, with any Ferrari the best engineering is saved for the parts you don’t see. Under its elongated hood rests a 4.3-liter V8 which screams with delight every time you put your foot to the floor. <br /><br /> Ferrari says California’s V8 has 453 horsepower at the rear wheels, slightly less than the mid-engine F430, but the two cars run 0-60 in only 3.9 seconds, with California catching up because of its dual-clutch setup. <br /><br /> On the outside, California is the first Ferrari to feature a retractable hardtop, with previous Ferraris all going with the canvas open-air design, but the innovations in California’s engineering don’t end there. <br /><br /> Continuing in the new tradition of Ferrari firsts, California has two more features never seen before in its line of personal supercars: rear multi-link suspension and direct fuel injection, improving its performance and fuel economy. <br /><br /> But if you’ve got the cake to afford a Ferrari, fueling it is the least of your concerns. <br /><br /> California will be one of the highest-production Ferraris in history, with a second factory built next to the current facility in Maranello by Ferrari’s parent company, Fiat, to accommodate 5,000 vehicles in the first two years of production. <br /><br /> Despite only being recently made available to the public, California is already receiving acclaim from the automotive press, as it was named ‘Convertible of the Year’ by the duPont Registry in 2008. <br /><br /> California is one of ten Ferraris available in the Ferrari Pack for Need for Speed SHIFT, exclusive to Xbox 360 owners. Take one for a spin today.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FerrariCalifornia-20100212113547496 2010-02-12T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/SEATLEONCUPRA-20091005034528235 <p> </p> <p>With 237 horsepower coming from its 2-liter powerplant, the SEAT Leon Cupra combines Spanish style with German performance.<br /><br />Built by Volkswagen in Spain, the Cupra runs from 0-to-60 in a respectable 6.4 seconds and is a curvy little car that will grow on you in SHIFT. <br /><br />It shares running gear with the MkV Volkswagen GTI, giving it the same outstanding performance for a reasonable price people have come to expect from VW products.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/SEATLEONCUPRA-20091005034528235 2009-10-05T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/VOLKSWAGENGTI-20091005034844935 <p> </p> <p>Known to hot hatch enthusiasts as the MkV (or mark-five), the 2006 Volkswagen GTI was a return to greatness for a nameplate that had gotten bloated and stale during nearly a decade of neglect. <br /><br />New management at Volkswagen made rehabilitating the flagging GTI a top priority and when the MkV was released, the turbocharged 2.0-litre inline-4 engine that pumps out 200 horsepower won acclaim from the automotive press, even being named the 2007 Car of the Year by Automobile Magazine. <br /><br />A new innovation for the MkV was its Direct-Shift gearbox, which uses a dual-clutch setup to reduce shift time to 8 milliseconds. Its rakish lines suggest a car that should cost a lot more than it actually does, but you can find out for yourself, in SHIFT, if it lives up to the hype.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/VOLKSWAGENGTI-20091005034844935 2009-10-05T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/LEXUSLFACONCEPT-20091002081222581 <p> </p> <p>The Lexus LF-A is a concept car that has been in the works since 2004 and will not be available for sale until 2011, but it’s available to test out in SHIFT before it hits the market. <br /><br />Considered by many to be the most beautiful car Lexus has ever built, the LF-A has plenty of power to go along with its good looks. <br /><br />A 5-liter V10 engine that roars to life with approximately 550 horsepower pulls the LF-A along with ease and grace. With a chassis made entirely from carbon composite, a rear transaxle and two radiators mounted at the back, the LF-A is well-proportioned weight-wise, allowing it to run, according to Lexus, a lap record at Nurburgring at 7:24.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/LEXUSLFACONCEPT-20091002081222581 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/McLarenF1-20091002081727802 <p> </p> <p>Normally Drew, Kirk or Andrew write these articles but when it came to the McLaren F1 it made perfect sense to speak with NeedforSpeed Vehicle Concept Director Andy Blackmore to talk about the car as a former McLaren employee he's had more access to these cars than anyone else in the studio.<br /><br />"Let's start with a simple fact: the McLaren F1 is still the fastest naturally-aspirated production car in the world, despite going into production in 1994. The F1 was the fastest production car in the world for a number of years before the Bugatti Veyron took the crown.<br /><br />The original proposal called for a Honda engine but when they couldn't reach an agreement BMW Motorsport produced the bespoke engine (6.1 Litre; 627 hp (468 kW; 636 PS) 0-60 3.2 seconds). The F1 was also the first all carbon composite production car.<br /><br />The McLaren F1 was conceived in a departure lounge at Nice Airport in 1998. Engineer, Gordon Murray approached his boss,Ron Dennis with a proposal for a 3-seater supercar and the F1 was born. The first prototype was shown at the 1991 Monaco Grand Prix and the first production car was completed in 1994.<br /><br />The F1 GTR made its racing debut in 1995 and was mildly reworked for racing. The F1 GTR won Le Mans on its debut and also finished 3rd, 4th, 5th. Ironically, due to GT rules, the GTR produced less power than the roadcar! In 1996, two F1 GTR’s were entered in the Japanese JGTCC championship and were the first non-Japanese car to win an event, and eventually the Championship. In my former role at McLaren I designed 14 of the F1 GTR liveries.<br /><br />A total of 106 cars were built. 64 of these were the original roadcars, the rest a mix of F1 LM and F1 GT roadcars and the successful F1 GTR race car. Many McLaren F1’s have changed hands in their 15-year history. Most receive refits and resprays at McLaren in Woking, UK. The highest known price for an F1 was in 2008 when one of the later cars was sold for £2,530,000. The original base cost was just over £600,000.<br /><br />Famous owners, past and present, include Jay Leno, Ralph Lauren, Rowan Atkinson, the late George Harrison, Nick Mason (Pink Floyd), Wyclef John, Eric Clapton, Liam Howlett (The Prodigy), Elon Musk (Tesla C.EO) and Thomas Bscher (ex-Bugatti CEO).</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/McLarenF1-20091002081727802 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FerrariF430Challenge-20100212113730502 <p> </p> <p>Used exclusively in the Ferrari Challenge races, the Ferrari F430 Challenge, which replaced the 360 Challenge, is one impressive piece of Italian engineering. <br /><br /> Its transmission is sourced from Ferrari’s Formula One racing program and has the same 150 millisecond shift times as the street-legal F430, with fifth and sixth gears being tweaked with the final drive ratio to provide a stronger tranny for racing. <br /><br /> Its 4.3-liter V8 is the same as the standard F430 as well, with dual-overhead cams and 483 horsepower from the mid-mounted monster. <br /><br /> Fortunately, it keeps the classic look which has made the F430 such a desirable collector’s item, not to mention rolling piece of art. Seeing one of these in motion at the Ferrari Challenge is a once-in-a-lifetime sight. <br /><br /> The stability system along with traction control are both permanently disabled in the Challenge, and the car has no carpets, radio or seats to cut down on weight. <br /><br /> Some other racing gear in the Challenge includes a full roll cage, racing harnesses, and a detachable racing steering wheel that when removed makes it easier for the driver to enter and exit the vehicle. <br /><br /> In short, if you wanted nothing but a full-on, balls-to-the-wall fast car with no strings attached, popping yourself into the cockpit of a Ferrari F430 Challenge in Need for Speed SHIFT’s Ferrari Pack is the best way to make that dream a reality.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FerrariF430Challenge-20100212113730502 2010-02-12T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/1971DODGECHALLENGERRT-20091119085523917 <p> </p> <p>Ford got the ball rolling in the pony car war with the legendary Mustang in 1964, and GM followed with the Chevrolet Camaro three years later in an effort to appeal to a new generation of car buyers who weren’t interested in tail fins, bench seats or push-button starts, but cubic inches.<br /><br />Chrysler pushed out the Plymouth Barracuda, based off the compact Valiant sedan ahead of the Mustang in ‘64, but the ‘Cuda wasn’t a serious pony car competitor until it was redesigned as its own model for 1970.<br /><br />The Dodge Challenger originally bowed in 1970 and was revamped slightly the next year, with its ‘split’ grille being the most obvious cosmetic change for ‘71 (check out the Challenger Concept for a 'modern' version of this), but it was changed back to the original style for ’72.<br /><br />Much like the Charger, ‘Cuda and several other performance Chrysler models, the option of a 426 HEMI V8 – rated conservatively at 425 horsepower - was by far the most attractive, but as a $1,200 option, the price was slightly jarring for people who were used to paying less for a Camaro or Mustang. Only 75 were built, with just five leaving the United States, compared to nearly 400 the year before.<br /><br />I don’t usually dig tape striping on cars because it mostly looks out of place and cheap, but a small addition I liked for the ’71 Challenger was ‘R/T’ striping along the driver and passenger sides of the car. It stood out when the stripes were white.<br /><br />A couple other neat options with the R/T package were: a ‘Shaker’ hood that looked boss and drew air through its vents to cool the engine, a sliding glass sunroof and color-keyed bumpers.<br /><br />Much like its first model year, the ’71 Challenger had several different performance variants, one of which was the 440 Six Pack, which packed a nasty punch, with 390 angry horses begging to be set free in the concrete jungle. <br /> <br />The Six Pack also had 490 lb/ft of torque at only 3200 RPM, which certainly led to more than a few melted tires around town. After ’71, the Six Pack was dropped from the Challenger line.<br /><br />In ’71, the Challenger handled just as well as its first incarnation, despite the dangerously-small 14” wheel/tire combination that would never see the light of day on any performance car in 2009. <br /> <br />It’s interesting to note that in 1971, Chrysler didn’t drop the compression ratios in the engines of their performance vehicles, making the 440 and HEMI Challenger perform considerably better than GM competitors, who dropped their ratios considerably.<br /><br />Despite the solid performance of the ’71 Challenger and Charger, because of increased fuel costs, better emission standards and skyrocketing insurance rates, the eulogy was already being written for the muscle car era, which reached its apex only one year earlier.<br /><br />The muscle car era never dies in SHIFT, download the Team Racing Pack and take the Challenger R/T for a spin today. <br /><br />Here are some more shots of the 1971 DODGE CHALLENGER R/T:</p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/TeaM_rAcInG/1971_Dodge_Challenger_0001.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/TeaM_rAcInG/1971_Dodge_Challenger_0004.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/1971DODGECHALLENGERRT-20091119085523917 2009-11-19T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/LOTUSELISE111R-20091002081256598 <p> </p> <p>Weighing in at less than 2,000 pounds, the Lotus Elise 111-R, arguably the finest car ever produced by the venerable British automaker, is a perfect mix of everyday road drivability and track-caliber grunt. <br /><br />The 111-R, a special edition that packs 220 horsepower per ton is more than 1,000 pounds lighter than the Scion tC but goes around corners like it’s on rails. <br /><br />It’s not all about weight with the 111-R, though. It runs 0-60 in less than five seconds, with its 1.8-liter engine married to a flawless six-speed Toyota gearbox that redlines at 8,200 RPM. The Elise was featured in several other NFS games and returns in SHIFT.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/LOTUSELISE111R-20091002081256598 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/Ferrari599GTBFiorano-20100212113426894 <p> </p> <p>When the Ferrari 599 was introduced at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show, it had mighty big shoes to fill, replacing the much-ballyhooed 575M Maranello, arguably the most beautiful and fun-to-drive Ferrari ever built. <br /><br /> Both Pininfarina and Ferrari did their due diligence designing and engineering the 599 and it appears their hard work has paid off, with one of the most fun Ferraris ever manufactured. <br /><br /> Its 6-liter V12 has an aluminum head and block and is mated to a six-speed ‘F1 SuperFast’ manumatic with paddle shifters. A butter-smooth six-speed manual is also available as an alternative to the slushbox. <br /><br /> Slushbox or not, this car hauls – as if there was any doubt, it’s a Ferrari – with the most powerful production engine ever built by Ferrari boasting 611 (!) horsepower and 448 lb/ft. of torque, helping the 599 run 0-60 in a miniscule 3.7 seconds, making it one of the fastest production cars on the planet. <br /><br /> With a top speed that exceeds 205 mph – or 330 km/h – the 599 is a car that could probably excel on the track just as much as it does with mere mortals on public roads. <br /><br /> Apart from speed and power, there’s so much to like about the 599 and it starts just by looking at it. Pininfarina did an outstanding job of combining classic Ferrari styling with modern car looks. <br /><br /> With its aggressive, low-slung stance, air vents in the front fenders behind a massive prancing horse badge which only Ferrari could pull off, risks were taken in designing 599’s curves, but we can’t find a single piece of sheet metal out of place here. <br /><br /> You won’t be able to procure one of these for any less than the $320,000 sticker price, but if you download the Xbox 360-exclusive Ferrari Pack for Need for Speed SHIFT, the cost is much more reasonable, with the added convenience of not having to dip into your retirement savings to pay for insurance. <br /><br /> Here are some more shots of the FERRARI 599 GTB FIORIANO:</p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano/Shift_Ferrari_599_GTB_Fiorano_002.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano/Shift_Ferrari_599_GTB_Fiorano_003.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano/Shift_Ferrari_599_GTB_Fiorano_004.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano/Shift_Ferrari_599_GTB_Fiorano_005.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano/Shift_Ferrari_599_GTB_Fiorano_006.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/Ferrari599GTBFiorano-20100212113426894 2010-02-12T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/RenaultMganeRS-20091005034129114 <p> </p> <p>French style with modern sophistication, that is what the RENAULT SPORT MÉGANE R.S. gives, and it’s available in SHIFT. Its curvy, attractive looks are accentuated with a saucy single exhaust in the middle of the rear bumper and 18-inch alloy wheels from the factory. <br /><br />The Mégane RS has a strong, 2-liter twin-scroll turbo engine that produces 247 horsepower from the factory, more than enough to dispel the notion that France can’t build a fast car. <br /><br />Its six-speed manual transmission shifts flawlessly and it goes around corners like a dream, making it a perfect vehicle for the early stages of your racing career in SHIFT.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/RenaultMganeRS-20091005034129114 2009-10-05T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/1969DODGECHARGERRT-20091119085330228 <p> </p> <p>Sometimes I have to pinch myself to make sure I’m actually here. My favorite car is the Dodge Charger –I’m partial to a 1966 fire-engine red 440 – and here I am writing about it. <br /><br />1969 was the penultimate year for muscle cars, with soaring fuel prices, insurance costs and safety concerns effectively killing them by the mid-1970s. After 1974, only the Chevrolet Camaro, Pontiac Firebird and Ford Mustang were still on the road, de-tuned from their former glory.  <br /><br />Now that the doom and gloom is out of the way, the 1969 Dodge Charger R/T was perhaps the finest muscle car Chrysler ever built. It cost more than a Camaro or Mustang, but the extra price was worth it if you wanted the ultimate in muscle car performance, the 426 HEMI engine. <br /><br />With many buyers opting for the 440 Six Pack, only 468 HEMI R/T Chargers were built in the 1969 model year, but those who bought them got more than their money’s worth from the additional $1000 it cost to drop the snarling big block into the Charger’s engine bay. <br /><br />HEMI roared to life with 425 horsepower and 490 lb/ft of torque at only 4,000 RPM. It pulled the Charger from 0-60 in only 5.5 seconds - despite its zaftig 3,800 pound curb weight - and routinely ran ¼ miles in less than 14 seconds.  <br /><br />The 1969 Charger is the most famous Chrysler muscle car, due in no small part to its starring role on 1980s TV show The Dukes of Hazzard. Painted in classic Hemi Orange, the General Lee Charger featured on the show is the most recognizable car in small screen history, its roof adorned with the Confederate flag and distinctive ‘01’ numbers on each door. <br /><br />More than 300 different Chargers were used during production of the show, with fewer than 30 still in existence.  In 2009, a replica of the original General Lee owned by Dukes of Hazzard star John Schneider sold at auction for $450,000. <br /><br />Frustrated with the 1968 Charger 500’s lack of success on the track, Chrysler built the Daytona, a Charger with a new front clip, garish spoiler and 440 mill stock, with a HEMI option, for the ’69 season. A new rule in NASCAR mandated cars must be built as a production model for eligibility on the circuit, so Chrysler hurriedly pushed 503 Daytonas off the line. <br /><br />Priced at $300 more than the R/T and hampered by extra weight and a bloated appearance, most Daytonas were unsold and sat on dealer lots, eventually unloaded at hefty discounts. Surviving Daytonas command six figures on the auction market today, with HEMI examples fetching more than $300,000 or more.<br /><br />Very few Chargers – or other Mopars for that matter - from the muscle car era survived. Many were destroyed by careless drivers, parked and left to rot because of gas prices, or, most commonly, eaten up by rust.<br /><br />Surviving HEMI Chargers – particularly those with ‘matching numbers’, in other words, an original HEMI, not a 318 car with a HEMI engine crammed under the hood - have commanded astonishing prices at auction, mainly from baby boomers looking to recapture their youth. At the 2008 Barrett-Jackson auction in Scottsdale, Arizona, a ’69 HEMI Charger R/T clone that started life as a 383 car sold for $79,000.   <br /><br />You may not have the coin in real life to procure yourself a 1969 Dodge Charger R/T, but if you get the muscle car DLC pack for SHIFT, you don’t need to. <br /><br />Here are some more shots of the 1969 DODGE CHARGER R/T:</p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/TeaM_rAcInG/1969_Dodge_Charger_RT_0001.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/TeaM_rAcInG/1969_Dodge_Charger_RT_0010.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/1969DODGECHARGERRT-20091119085330228 2009-11-19T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/LOTUSEXIGES-20091002081335577 <p> </p> <p>While they appear similar, the major difference between the Lotus Exige S and its brother, the Elise 111-R is the Exige’s supercharged 4-cylinder pumps out about 30 more ponies, and is a demon on the track with 218 horses pulling its 2,000 pound frame. <br /><br />The Exige is, in layman’s terms, a coupe version of the Elise and uses a similar 6-speed manual transmission mated to its Toyota engine. The Exige S runs 0-60 in a flash, at 4.7 seconds and hugs corners better than far more expensive coupes. <br /><br />Lotus says the Exige S is the fastest car they’ve ever produced but when you drive one in SHIFT, the interior may look like you’ve gone back in time. Manual-crank windows, optional air conditioning – to cut down on weight – and plain-looking controls make the Exige a true drivers’ car, but devoid of the creature comforts one would expect in an expensive vehicle.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/LOTUSEXIGES-20091002081335577 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FORDFOCUSST-20091002062527339 <p> </p> <p>Most North Americans who pick up SHIFT may be taken aback by the choice to put a Ford Focus - normally known as an economy car providing basic transportation on this side of the pond - in the fastest racing game on the planet. <br /><br />But in the UK, the Focus ST is a legitimate performance car that has some fire in its belly. The ST produces 222 horsepower from its turbocharged 2.5-liter, 5-cylinder engine – borrowed from the Volvo S40 - and still delivers respectable fuel economy. <br /><br />Compared to the boxy North American iteration, the UK Focus has a sexy, swooping design but enough room to fit the family without skimping on performance. The Focus ST returns for another go-around in SHIFT.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FORDFOCUSST-20091002062527339 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/MERCEDESBENZSL65AMG-20091002081919616 <p> </p> <p>For car nuts, the AMG line of performance Mercedes-Benz coupes, sedans and convertibles can best be described as ‘car porn’. It’s tough to find better looking and better performing cars on the market than this line.<br /><br />The SL65 AMG, which comes in at slightly less than $180,000, packs a BiTurbo V12 that has 604 horsepower and an almost-ridiculous 740-foot-pounds of torque. <br /><br />That is some serious German muscle and you can drive it in SHIFT, just remember, a feather-touch on the gas pedal will keep you out of trouble.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/MERCEDESBENZSL65AMG-20091002081919616 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/SUBARUWRXSTI-20091005034718896 <p> </p> <p>For 2006, the STI got a massive facelift, introducing a more circular front fascia to go with its impressive performance that makes it beloved by tuners and concrete jungle commuters alike.<br /><br />Also, the STI got one small tweak to its name – officially, as of 2006, the STi no longer exists, all models are now called STI, all capitals – a cutting edge change that only die-hard fans of the brand will notice, so we know if you’re reading this, you’re nodding along. <br /><br />The STI packs 300 fleet Japanese horses in its small 2.5-liter H-4 ‘Boxer’ engine. You feel every single one of them in SHIFT, especially when you consider their marriage to a six-speed manual that creates a feeling of motoring heaven.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/SUBARUWRXSTI-20091005034718896 2009-10-05T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/BMWM3E36-20091001113443688 <p> </p> <p>The E36 was the second generation of BMW’s M3 and was produced for eight years, with the first import to North America being in 1995. The E36 took on the rounded body style that was common among BMWs in the early 1990s but had some additional design features that made it stand out including lowered suspension, a body kit and larger wheels. <br /><br />It was the first class of M3s to be powered by a 6-cylinder engine and ran 0-60 in less than six seconds. The E36 was also the first M3 to be available as a sedan and convertible. <br /><br />During production of the E36 M3, there was a discrepancy between the power numbers in the European versions and North American, with the final versions of the E36 having identical 3.2-liter inline-six engines, but the EU version had 316 horses compared to the North American’s 240. You won’t have any trouble getting the M3 moving in SHIFT.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/BMWM3E36-20091001113443688 2009-10-01T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/MITSUBISHILANCEREVOIXMR-20091002082005377 <p> </p> <p>A staple in endurance races like the famed World Rally Championship, the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX is the fastest car the company has produced.<br /><br />Known as the ‘Evo’ to enthusiasts, the ’06 MR boasted an impressive 287 horsepower from its 2-litre engine that was mated to a six-speed manual transmission. <br /><br />The MR also has an impressive list of special features, from 7-spoke aluminum BBS wheels standard, aluminum hood, front fenders, gages and roof and Bilstein monotube shocks to top it all off. The Evo IX MR is a sweet machine and you’ll tear up plenty of pavement with it in SHIFT.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/MITSUBISHILANCEREVOIXMR-20091002082005377 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NISSAN350Z-20091002082312914 <p> </p> <p>Nissan re-introduced the ‘Z’ line in North America, bringing the 350Z to market in 2003. The fifth and most stylistically bold evolution of Nissan’s legendary ‘Z’ nameplate, the 350Z put Nissan back on the map as a builder of performance cars. <br /><br />A 3.5-liter V6 gives the two-seater coupe 300 horsepower combined with a fun six-speed manual transmission that is very responsive, but when you’re blasting around corners in SHIFT, you’ll swear you feel more than 300 ponies pulling it.  <br /><br />Its sexy lines and outstanding performance made the 350Z a critical darling, winning more than 40 awards during its production run. It was replaced by the 370Z for the 2009 model year.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NISSAN350Z-20091002082312914 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/LamborghiniReventn-20091002081143316 <p> </p> <p>The Lamborghini  Reventón (pronounced Rebenton confusingly) deserves every plaudit its received. As one of the world's most expensive 'production' cars; the Lamborghini  Reventón is a truly staggering feat, both in performance and appearance. The car has two of the most memorable features in recently car history. The first, a truly-incredible paint job which makes the car look more like a stealth bomber than a mere super car offering up a unique flat-black/grey sheen. In keeping with the jet fighter appeal the car's dashboard is all digital and offers the driver a choice of appearance. With a single flick of the switch the head-up display changes from a traditional 'Car' setting to 'Jet Fighter' where the dials replicate the vertical dashboard of a F22 raptor.<br /><br />In a car laced with superlatives there are two more than we've not covered yet: the price and the production run. When making the such an expensive car (price is rumoured to be close to $2m USD) Lamborghini obviously realised not many people could afford such a price tag and kept the production run down to 20 worldwide and an extra one built specifically for their own museum. If you are lucky enough to see one in the flesh take your time to appreciate one of motoring's true greats as you're unlikely to see another. I was lucky enough to see one outside a very stylish hotel in Vancouver where it was parked in between a Mercedes McLaren and a Porsche Carrera GT. <br /><br />Our friends at Speedhunters recently managed to swing a tour of the Lamborghini Museum so for more info and photos about the car click <a href="http://speedhunters.com/archive/2009/06/03/gallery-gt-gt-a-visual-study-of-the-reventon.a%20%20spx" target="_blank">here</a>.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/LamborghiniReventn-20091002081143316 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FORDESCORTRSCOSWORTH-20091002062445404 <p> </p> <p>Much like the Ford Focus, it may seem odd to North Americans to see a Ford Escort in SHIFT, but the 1996 Escort Cosworth only shares a name with its American cousin. <br /><br />The RS Cosworth was a limited production vehicle for Ford, only building 7,100 of the cars from 1992-96, but it became Ford’s top rally racer, taking home several wins during its time playing around in the mud.<br /><br />Its engine is a turbocharged 2-liter engine that in stock form produces 227 horsepower, with some enthusiastic tuners able to crank its output to over 1,000 ponies.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FORDESCORTRSCOSWORTH-20091002062445404 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NISSANSKYLINEGTRR34-20091002084951619 <p> </p> <p>A favorite of North Americans who like to import cars from Japan, the Nissan Skyline GT-R tears up any pavement it sees on the roads of the Pacific Rim, with 280 advertised horsepower – some enthusiasts claim considerably more - coming out of its twin-turbo inline-6. <br /><br />Its six-speed Getrag transmission makes slamming through the gears a joy and its angular, rakish lines make the R-34 a head-turner. <br /><br />Three Skylines are prominently featured in SHIFT (one being the Infiniti G35), giving the driver the chance to drive three generations of Nissan’s most iconic nameplate.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NISSANSKYLINEGTRR34-20091002084951619 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/KOENIGSEGGCCX-20091002080746580 <p> </p> <p>When North Americans think of Swedish cars, flashy and fast don’t typically come to mind. But the 2006 Koenigsegg CCX is not only beautiful and faster than a greasy cheetah, it fits even the most stringent pollution standards on earth. <br /><br />The CCX – an abbreviation for ‘Competition Coupe X’, with ‘X’ being the 10th anniversary of Koenigsegg, which sent its first car to market in 1996 – goes from zero-to-60 in 3.2 seconds and squeezes a staggering 806 horsepower into its mid-engine, 4.7-liter, 32-valve V8, but still runs happily on the same 91 Octane you pump into a Volkswagen GTI.  <br /><br />Its body is composed of both carbon fiber and Kevlar and has a ground clearance of less than four inches, but if you’re riding in a CCX, you’re not going over any speedbumps. <br /><br />The engine block for the CCX was cast by Grainger and Worrall, a British company that specializes in making drivetrain pieces for Formula One cars, which should tell you all you need to know about the Swedish car that blows away any preconceptions of modesty.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/KOENIGSEGGCCX-20091002080746580 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NISSANGTR-20091005050235804 <p> </p> <p>Coming in at under $100,000, the Nissan GT-R provides more bang for the buck than any sports car on the planet. Its hand-built 3.8-liter V6 pounds out 480 horsepower but takes so much delicate assembly that it’s only possible for Nissan to make 1,000 GT-Rs a month. <br /><br />Not wanting to ‘copy’ the many supercars that come from Europe, Nissan’s chief creative officer said the GT-R is modeled after the giant Japanese robots from the cartoon series Gundam, making it a true representation of Japanese culture.<br /><br />Designing the GT-R was a three-pronged attack, with the square lines on the front end coming from Japan, the swooping roofline from its European wing, and the sculpted rear end coming from their American design team. <br /><br />But for your purposes in SHIFT, the car rockets from 0-60 in less than four seconds, so crash avoidance may be more important than design.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NISSANGTR-20091005050235804 2009-10-05T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/TOYOTACOROLLAGTSAE86-20091005034758275 <p> </p> <p>A car that has become very popular with rally racers, the 1986 Toyota Corolla GTS is a car that has withstood the test of time. <br /><br />Its excellent cornering and peppy 1.6-liter engine that produced 112 horsepower from the factory made it a hot seller when it first came on the market. <br /><br />In SHIFT, the Corolla’s handling and four-speed manual transmission will be very helpful in drift races.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/TOYOTACOROLLAGTSAE86-20091005034758275 2009-10-05T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/DODGECHALLENGERCONCEPT-20091002062241473 <p> </p> <p>With its two closest pony car competitors prominently featured in SHIFT – the Ford Mustang and Chevrolet Camaro – the new Dodge Challenger was an easy choice to put in the game. <br /><br />Powered by a 6.1-liter HEMI V8 – standard for all SRT models - that has 425 ponies from the factory, the Challenger runs 0-60 in less than five seconds and is capable of a 13-second ¼ mile. It’s shorter, but looks beefier and more imposing than its cousin from the 1970s. <br /><br />Built on the same platform as the award-winning Chrysler 300C at the Brampton, Ontario assembly plant, the Challenger looks best in its traditional Hemi Orange coloring, but you can pick any color you want in SHIFT. Please don’t paint it pink.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961">RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</a></strong></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/DODGECHALLENGERCONCEPT-20091002062241473 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/PORSCHECARRERAGT-20091002085556891 <p> </p> <p>Is there a cooler-looking car on the road today than the Porsche Carrera GT? Only 1,200 of these German beauties were made and cost nearly $500,000 apiece, but they remain one of the most popular supercars in the NFS universe. The Carrera GT is featured prominently in SHIFT. <br /><br />Even for a Porsche, the car is voluptuous, with a long, curvy body capped off by a trendy wing just behind a 5.7-liter, 605 horsepower V10 that looks like it’d fit better on a space shuttle and does 0-60 in only 3.5 seconds, faster than the similarly-priced Pagani Zonda. <br /><br />Like all supercars, the Carrera GT has loads of cool features, such as a carbon fiber shell and subframe, the aforementioned wing cuts down on wind resistance and its radiator is five times the size of the Porsche 911 Turbo, but none of that technology will save you from destroying it on Nurburgring, so drive the GT carefully in SHIFT.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/PORSCHECARRERAGT-20091002085556891 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FerrariScuderiaSpider16M-20100212114101879 <p> </p> <p>Unveiled to commemorate Ferrari’s 16th Formula One Constructors’ Championship in 2008, the Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M is a very limited production vehicle, with only 499 examples to be built and owners taking deliveries starting in 2009. <br /><br /> As a convertible version of the Ferrari F430 Scuderia, the 16M borrows most of its styling cues from its attractive and shapely sister but the comparisons end there. <br /><br /> Under the hood, the 16M has slightly less power than the Scuderia, with its 500-horse 4.3-liter Ferrari V8 doing the heavy lifting. It tears up the track, running from 0-60 in only 3.7 seconds with a top speed nearing 200 mph. <br /><br /> 16M having less power than Scuderia likely has to do with its extra curb weight, at around 3,200 pounds due to the peripherals involved with having a convertible top, this car is no delicate flower. <br /><br /> With its swooping yet modern lines, the 16M is a car that will be beautiful long past the end of its production cycle. <br /><br /> Despite its hefty weight, 16M is still more than 150 pounds lighter than the standard F430 Spider, which helps it considerably in the twisties. <br /><br /> As a special edition car, you’ll be hard-pressed to ever find a 16M on public roads, but if you get the Ferrari Pack for Need for Speed SHIFT, you can have one all to yourself. <br /><br /> Here are some more shots of the FERRARI SCUDERIA SPIDER 16M:</p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M/Shift_Ferrari_Scuderia_Spider_16M_001.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M/Shift_Ferrari_Scuderia_Spider_16M_003.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M/Shift_Ferrari_Scuderia_Spider_16M_004.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M/Shift_Ferrari_Scuderia_Spider_16M_005.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M/Shift_Ferrari_Scuderia_Spider_16M_006.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M/Shift_Ferrari_Scuderia_Spider_16M_007.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M/Shift_Ferrari_Scuderia_Spider_16M_008.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FerrariScuderiaSpider16M-20100212114101879 2010-02-12T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/ASTONMARTINDB9-20091002061809458 <p> </p> <p>James Bond drives Aston Martins. What other reason do you need to get behind the wheel of one in SHIFT? <br /><br />The DB9 first hit the streets in 2003 and has won acclaim from several sectors of the automotive press for its long, curvy lines and outstanding performance.<br /><br />Under the hood, the DB9 has a 6-liter V12 that pumps out 470 horsepower and races from 0-60 in less than five seconds. If that doesn’t make you want to salute the Union Jack, nothing will.</p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CARS LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/ASTONMARTINDB9-20091002061809458 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/CHEVROLETCAMAROSS-20091001114131143 <p> </p> <p>For muscle car fans, the debate is on. The Chevrolet Camaro made its much-anticipated return for 2010 and is poised to re-ignite the ponycar war with fans of the Dodge Challenger and Ford Mustang. <br /><br />In SHIFT, you’ll get a chance to drive the production Camaro SS, which is powered by a massive, 6.2-liter (or, in muscle car terms, 376ci) V8, with the manual version pumping out 420 horsepower and the automatic getting 400.</p> <p><br />Both engines are very close in a ¼ mile run, with the automatic transmission mated to an L99 having one-tenth of a second – 13.3 versus 13.4 - advantage over the stickshift on the LS3. You can’t go wrong with either, but give the Camaro SS a whirl in SHIFT to find out.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/CHEVROLETCAMAROSS-20091001114131143 2009-10-01T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/PORSCHE997GT3RSR-20091002085417347 <p> </p> <p>Porsche let their engineers go wild on the 997 GT3 RSR, and in SHIFT, you’ll be very happy with the fruits of their labor. <br /><br />The RSR is the most powerful racecar Porsche has ever built, with 450 angry German horses begging to push its 4.0-liter, six-cylinder boxer engine to its 9,000 RPM rev limit. <br /><br />On the track, the RSR has participated in the American Le Mans Series and Nürburgring 24 Hours races, taking home victories in each. Its appearance is also different, with large air dams on the hood, cooling the engine to produce more power. Drive carefully.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/PORSCHE997GT3RSR-20091002085417347 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/VolkswagenScirocco-20091005034922956 <p> </p> <p>There have been three generations of the VW Scirocco, all of which had very different styles. The first generation of the VW Scirocco' was produced between 1974 and 1982. It was originally intended to be the replacement for the Karmann Ghia. Given the code name "Type 53" during the design stage the car was first available in Europe and was not released in North America until 1975. The original models featured a range of four-cylinder engines with a wide range displacements, all featuring a single-overhead camshaft and two valves per cylinder.<br /><br />The second generation of the Scirocco was available from 1982 to 1992. These used a radically different design from that of the original Scirocco. One unique feature was the location of the rear spoiler midway up the glass on the rear hatch. In 1984, Volkswagen made further changes in the design which included the removal of the outlined "SCIROCCO" script from the rear hatch (below the spoiler), a redesigned air conditioning compressor, and a different brake master cylinder with in-line proportioning valves and a brake light switch mounted to the pedal instead of on the master cylinder.<br /><br />The latest generation, featured in this article, was announced in 2006 and made it to the roads in 2008 although sadly VW announced recently that it won’t be releasing the car in North America. On May 20 2009, VW announced the R version of Scirocco; which is powered by a four-cylinder 2.0l TSI engine.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/VolkswagenScirocco-20091005034922956 2009-10-05T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/AUDIRS4-20091002062022207 <p> </p> <p>From the factory, the Audi RS4 is one of the most impressive Audis ever built, rivaling even the critical and consumer darling R8. In SHIFT, the RS4 is one of several Audis available. <br /><br />The RS4 is a little different from previous ‘RS’ cars, in that it’s available in a coupe, convertible, sedan or station wagon, offering much more variety to the discerning performance auto buyer. <br /><br />Despite its appeal to the suburban crowd, there’s nothing suburban about the RS4, it belongs on the track. With a 4.2-liter V8 that kicks out 414 horsepower from the factory, get out of the way if you see an RS4 bearing down on you in traffic.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961">RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</a></strong></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/AUDIRS4-20091002062022207 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/LamborghiniMurcilagoLP640-20091002080910001 <p> </p> <p>Originally designed by Luc Donckerwolke, it was introduced in 2001 as the successor to the Diablo. The base price of the Murciélago is $313,000 (USD) which is $107,000 (USD) more that the Gallardo.<br /><br />The Murciélago sports a 6.5-litre version of the Lamborghini V12 engine, a six-speed manual or 6-speed sequential automatic transmission, and four-wheel drive. It also has a rear spoiler that can be raised to an angle of 70 degrees, side mirrors that fold in to improve aerodynamics, and side scoops that automatically open to the needed size to let in just the right amount of air needed to cool its engine.<br /><br />In 2006, the Murciélago's engine was replaced by a stronger 6.5-liter engine and the car's name was changed to Murciélago LP640. For the 2007 model year Lamborghini did the same with the roadster model, which is now called Murciélago LP640 Roadster.<br /><br />Some quick stats on the performance of the Murciélago:     <br />- Power: 580 PS (572 hp / 427 KW)      <br />- Torque@RPM: 649 Nm (479 lb ft)     <br />- 0 - 62 MPH: 3.8 seconds      <br />- 0 - 100 MPH: 8.6 seconds      <br />- 0 - 150 MPH: 21.4 seconds      <br />- Quarter Mile: 12.6@127 MPH      <br />- Official Top Speed: 205 MPH (330 KM/H)</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/LamborghiniMurcilagoLP640-20091002080910001 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/1998TOYOTASUPRAMARKIV-20091119085643251 <p> </p> <p>Perhaps not as respected in North America as it should be due to our obsession with cubic inches, eight cylinders, dual exhaust and chrome, the Toyota Supra ranks up there with the Nissan Skyline and Acura NSX as one of the finest Japanese-produced sports cars ever.<br /><br />The Supra has also been a fixture in several Need for Speed games since the very beginning so having it in SHIFT as a bonus downloadable car is a treat for all of us. <br /><br />Who would think an automaker like Toyota, famed for their reliable, sensible, family cars would have it in them to create a fire-breathing monster like the Mark IV Supra? <br /><br />A new Supra hasn’t rolled off the line since 2003 due to strict emission concerns in Japan, and they were removed from production in North America five years earlier but still a strong and vocal tuning community continues to support and love this car. <br /><br />And why wouldn’t they? The ’98 Supra is a work of automotive art. Its swooping, curvy lines were a welcome change from the boxy, unattractive vehicles that dominated the automotive landscape in the mid-1990s. <br /><br />A wild, whale-tail rear spoiler along with attractive circular rear lights accent the Supra’s striking exterior. To cut down on the car’s weight, the spoiler is hollow. <br /><br />Some other weight-reducing features on the ’98 Supra were: an aluminum hood, crossmember, oil and transmission pans and suspension upper A-arms as well as hollow carpet fibers, a magnesium steering wheel, plastic fuel tank and cap and a single-pipe exhaust, all contributing to making it more than 200 pounds lighter than its predecessor. <br /><br />Under the hood is where things really get interesting. The Supra Mark IV is powered by a 3.0-liter, twin-turbo inline-6 that kicks out 320 horsepower. The ’98 Supra runs zero-to-60 in an impressive 4.9 seconds, which is on par with many high-performance cars built today, including the Ford Mustang GT and Audi S4.  <br /><br />The final iteration of Supras featured removable aluminum targa tops, which were fashionable, attractive and a nice way to top off the car’s motif as a personal performance vehicle. <br /><br />Due to their limited production in North America, the final few years of production Supras have held their value extremely well, with mint-condition examples from the mid-90s going for $20,000 or more, but it’s extremely difficult to find one in factory condition without modifications, but you’ll want to make your Supra the best it can be in SHIFT if you want to take it online, especially in team racing. <br /><br />Here are some more shots of the 1998 TOYOTA SUPRA MARK IV:</p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/TeaM_rAcInG/1998_toyota_Supra_0001.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/TeaM_rAcInG/1998_toyota_Supra_0003.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/1998TOYOTASUPRAMARKIV-20091119085643251 2009-11-19T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/AUDIR8LMS-20091005050026356 <p> </p> <p>Branded by the German automaker as the first racecar intended for consumer use, the Audi R8 LMS is a work of automotive art, but it’s not meant to be looked at. It’s meant to be driven. Fast. You can do that in SHIFT as much as you like. <br /><br />The R8 LMS joined the FIA European GT Championship for the 2009 season and is showing well, winning two races so far in its debut season.<br /><br />Powered by a mid-mounted V10, the R8 LMS has a ridiculous 500 horsepower and screams along both road and track. Coming in at slightly less than $400,000 (plus taxes), the R8 LMS may be out of reach for most gamers, but we’ve got you covered in SHIFT.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/AUDIR8LMS-20091005050026356 2009-10-05T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/BMWM3E46-20091001113519717 <p> </p> <p>When it first hit the streets in 2000, the E46 M3 was the finest performance coupe BMW had ever produced. <br /><br />It also had some technology that was usually reserved for Ferraris and Aston Martins, a six-speed electrohydraulic manual transmission, which BMW called the SMG, or sequential manual gearbox, a clutchless manual transmission that offers manual and automatic shift modes. <br /><br />Models that appeared in North America had 333 ponies – European M3s had slightly more – to go along with its tuned 3.2-liter inline-6, and tore up the pavement, running 0-60 in less than five seconds on models equipped with the SMG. <br /><br />You can try the E46 M3 out in SHIFT – in fact, you may even prefer it, you don’t have to pay an arm and a leg for insurance.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/BMWM3E46-20091001113519717 2009-10-01T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/DODGEVIPERSRT10-20091002062410585 <p>Who says Americans can’t make supercars? Dodge has been at it with the Viper for more than 15 years and with every model, the viper gets meaner and faster.<br /><br />In SHIFT, the Viper SRT-10 is as curvy, loud and fun as ever, sporting a 8.4-liter – that’s 510 cubic inches, folks - V10 that hisses with delight when you put each and every one of its 600 ponies to work. <br /><br />The ’08 SRT-10 burns through pavement quicker than it burns through fuel, running 0-100mph in only 7.6 seconds. Drive it in SHIFT and you’ll get the full benefit of the Viper experience, minus the burned legs from its side-exit exhaust.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/DODGEVIPERSRT10-20091002062410585 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/AUDIR8-20091002061946512 <p> </p> <p>Billed as Audi’s first supercar, the R8 has been a massive success since its launch in 2007. Despite its hefty six-figure price tag, dealers have begun to make waiting lists for the next model year. <br /><br />Why the buzz? The R8 is equipped with a 4.2-liter, 414 horsepower V8 from the factory, or buyers can opt for a V10 that cranks that number up to 572 race-bred German ponies. <br /><br />It’s also a critical darling, with the R8 winning ‘Car of the Year’ awards from publications ranging from Automobile Magazine to Playboy. The R8 was also rated ‘Most Coveted Car’ in 2008 by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada.  <br /><br />Every R8 is built by 70 different workers who put the 5,000 pieces that go into every R8 together by hand. The car is then inspected by lasers, which determine whether or not the measurements used by the workers were accurate – to 1/10 of a millimeter.<br /><br />The R8 has replaced Lamborghinis and Ferraris as the dream car for many both young and old and you can drive one in SHIFT without having to wait months for your own to arrive.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/AUDIR8-20091002061946512 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FerrariF430GTC-20100212113829091 <p> </p> <p>Designed for racing on GT2 circuits, the Ferrari F430 GTC is a replacement for the 360 GTC, which was based off the elegant Modena line, and a strong finisher in several championship races, most notably taking second place at the 24 Hours Daytona in 2003. <br /><br /> F430 GTC continues on the track set by its predecessor, but there are some noticeable differences: its styling is more aggressive, harkening back to the unique ‘shark nose’ Formula One racers of the 1960s which garnered championships for Ferrari in 1961 and 1964. <br /><br /> Its rear end is styled similar to the Enzo supercar, with bulging tail lights giving off hints as to where engineers got their inspiration. <br /><br /> Its V8 engine is slightly less than four liters in displacement, which may seem small by North American standards – a $40,000 Dodge Challenger R/T has a 5.7-liter mill - but for a Ferrari racecar, it’s more than enough. <br /><br /> Packed into that race-bred treasure trove are 440 horses that prefer to gallop than prance, with peak output at 7000 rpm, to go along with 339 ft/lbs of torque at only 5200 rpm. <br /><br /> With its supermodel looks, the F430 GTC also sports a supermodel’s waistline, with a total weight of less than 2,500 pounds, giving it an impressive 0.39 horsepower/kilogram ratio. Its weight is the minimum allowed to compete in FIA GT races. <br /><br /> Apart from being a racecar, the major cosmetic differences between the GTC and standard F430 are the large rear wing and carbon fiber gills on its front fascia. <br /><br /> So far, the GTC has been successful on the track, scoring class championships in the American Le Mans Series, FIA GT, and the 24 Hours Sebring race. <br /><br /> This car is a no-nonsense racing machine and if you want to take it out with Need for Speed SHIFT’s Ferrari Pack, we suggest a strong racing harness and more than one pair of underwear. <br /><br /> Here are some more shots of the FERRARI F430 GTC:</p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F430 GTC/Shift_Ferrari_F430_GTC_001.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F430 GTC/Shift_Ferrari_F430_GTC_002.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F430 GTC/Shift_Ferrari_F430_GTC_003.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F430 GTC/Shift_Ferrari_F430_GTC_005.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F430 GTC/Shift_Ferrari_F430_GTC_006.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F430 GTC/Shift_Ferrari_F430_GTC_007.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F430 GTC/Shift_Ferrari_F430_GTC_008.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F430 GTC/Shift_Ferrari_F430_GTC_009.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FerrariF430GTC-20100212113829091 2010-02-12T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NISSAN240SXS13-20091002082234693 <p> </p> <p>A peppy little go-kart, the Nissan Silvia S-13 has been a favorite of tuners for years and returns to the NFS universe in SHIFT. <br /><br />With a 2.4-liter, four-cylinder powerplant, the S-13 may not look too impressive off the mark, but with a few modifications, you’re going to be very pleased with your choice. <br /><br />Thanks to a rear multilink suspension and front MacPherson struts, the S-13 was known for its outstanding cornering abilities from the factory, despite a lack of raw power – 140 horsepower from the factory, but most S-13s you’ll see in SHIFT will have a lot more.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NISSAN240SXS13-20091002082234693 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/HONDACIVICSI-20091002075550803 <p> </p> <p>For 2006, the Honda Civic was completely re-designed, and they included the Si model, its long-neglected performance brother, in the re-imagining of the vehicle. <br /><br />The Si now had a quick 2.0-liter iVTEC engine mated to a six-speed transmission that shifts like a dream, as well as 197 horsepower from the factory, the most power any production Si has ever shipped with. <br /><br />It’s becoming a favorite of tuners as well, you can find sixth-generation Si’s at car shows every weekend, but you don’t have to wax anyone’s car to get close to an Si in SHIFT.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/HONDACIVICSI-20091002075550803 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FerrariFXX-20100212114022748 <p> </p> <p>Based off the street-legal version of Ferrari’s Enzo supercar, the Ferrari FXX is one of the most expensive vehicles ever built, but also one of the world’s fastest. <br /><br /> Ferrari built 30 examples of the FXX, selling them for more than $2 million apiece. There is a major stipulation to buying an FXX: you’re only allowed to drive it on special track days permitted by Ferrari. <br /><br /> However, your FXX is maintained in Ferrari’s factory and any developments made in its evolution are relayed to the owner. <br /><br /> Once you take your FXX around the track, Ferrari is purportedly open to hearing a critique of the car’s performance, which is similar to the Maserati MC12, a car featured in Need for Speed SHIFT. <br /><br /> On the outside, FXX shares many styling cues with the car named for Ferrari’s founder, with its long, pointed front fascia, low-slung exterior and angular lines. <br /><br /> But let’s get to the good stuff: FXX is powered by a 6.2-liter V12 that unleashes a devastating punch to the asphalt with 800 horsepower screaming to life – dwarfing Enzo’s 651 - from its rear-mounted monster. <br /><br /> FXX has a top speed of 217 mph – or 349 km/h – and runs from 0-60 in an almost unbelievable 2.8 seconds, a faster time than the McLaren F1. <br /><br /> Adding to the exclusivity of owning an FXX are the tires, which are special 19” slicks developed only for this car. <br /><br /> Formula One legend Michael Schumacher – who owns the final FXX to roll off the line – set a lap record on the test track of British motoring show Top Gear, completing a lap in 1:10.07, beating the Gumpert Apollo S by seven seconds, but due to the special slick tires, the record was later removed from the leaderboard. <br /><br /> FXX is not available to own if you live outside Europe, but you don’t have to move to get one in SHIFT’s Ferrari Pack. <br /><br /> Here are some more shots of the FERRARI FXX:</p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari FXX/Shift_Ferrari_FXX_001.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari FXX/Shift_Ferrari_FXX_003.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari FXX/Shift_Ferrari_FXX_004.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari FXX/Shift_Ferrari_FXX_005.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari FXX/Shift_Ferrari_FXX_006.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari FXX/Shift_Ferrari_FXX_007.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari FXX/Shift_Ferrari_FXX_008.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari FXX/Shift_Ferrari_FXX_009.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FerrariFXX-20100212114022748 2010-02-12T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NissanSkyline2000GTR-20091002083113025 <p> </p> <p>Usually, we here at Need for Speed spend some time researching each of our cars. For this car, we didn't need to do any research at all. The SpeedHunters have already done their research and posted a couple of great articles about the Nissan Skyline so we're going to send you there to read up on the Nissan Skyline series:<br /><strong><br /><a href="http://speedhunters.com/archive/2008/11/26/retrospective-gt-gt-the-nissan-skyline-pt-1.aspx" target="_blank">RETROSPECTIVE&gt;&gt;THE NISSAN SKYLINE PT.1</a><br /><br /><a href="http://speedhunters.com/archive/2008/11/27/retrospective-gt-gt-the-nissan-skyline-pt-2.aspx" target="_blank">RETROSPECTIVE&gt;&gt;THE NISSAN SKYLINE PT.2</a></strong></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961">RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</a><br /></strong></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NissanSkyline2000GTR-20091002083113025 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/CHEVROLETCORVETTEZ06-20091001114313454 <p> </p> <p>Is there a car that says ‘America’ in louder, more ostentatious way than the Chevrolet Corvette? Now entering its sixth decade in production, the Vette is as fresh, fast and elegant as ever and a redesign for 2006 brought the C6 to the road and track.  <br /><br />The Z06 has a growling 7-liter – or 427 cubic inch – V8 that was codenamed LS7 and is built by hand at GM’s Performance Build Center in Michigan which is efficient enough to get nearly 25 miles per gallon. <br /><br />And it goes like hell. The Z06 fires out 505 horsepower, running a sub-12 second ¼ mile and a 0-60 in only 3.6 seconds. The quintessential American dream car is a cornerstone of the NFS universe and one of the most exhilarating cars to drive in SHIFT.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/CHEVROLETCORVETTEZ06-20091001114313454 2009-10-01T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FerrariF50GT-20100212113630270 <p> </p> <p>If you’re the type of person who wants everything you own to be one-of-a-kind, one of the closest examples in the automotive industry is the Ferrari F50 GT. <br /><br /> Only three F50 GTs were built, one prototype and two others, which were sold to selected Ferrari customers back in 1996 for around $1 million each. <br /><br /> Originally engineered for the BPR Global GT racing series – now known as FIA GT – Ferrari abandoned the F50 GT project after too many homologation production cars, such as the Porsche 911 GT1, which were backed by factory teams, started racing in the series, eliminating its privateer spirit. <br /><br /> None of the three F50 GTs built ever competed in racing events, despite its seemingly limitless potential, especially with such a light chassis; the GT was nearly 1,000 pounds lighter than the road car it’s based upon. <br /><br /> Speaking of potential, the F50 GT sported a 4.7-liter V12 which from the factory produced 750 horsepower, but with no information about tuning, we are only left to speculate about how much it could’ve made. <br /><br /> For the few who were fortunate enough to drive an F50 GT, performance was outstanding. The car tears up the tarmac, burning from 0-to-60 in only 2.9 seconds, with a top speed of 236 mph. <br /><br /> Differences between the GT and standard F50 are numerous: F1-style carbon disc brakes, a significant drop in ride height, massive 20” Speedline wheels, which required the wheel-wells to be re-engineered, a roof-mounted air vent as and vents carved into the hood to help the engine and radiator breathe, adjustable Koni race dampers as well as a hollowed-out interior for racing purposes and to reduce weight. <br /><br /> Ferrari also removed the massive rear spoiler from the F50, opting for a one-piece attachment which could be adjusted. Another benefit to removing the standard F50 wing was the flattened out rear deck for the berlinetta. <br /><br /> Let’s face it, unless you’re as lucky as you are rich, you’re not going to get your hands on an F50 GT in your lifetime; however, if you download the Ferrari Pack for Need for Speed SHIFT, you’ll get closer to driving one than anyone else. <br /><br /> Here are some more shots of the FERRARI F50 GT:</p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F50 GT/Shift_Ferrari_F50_GT_001.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F50 GT/Shift_Ferrari_F50_GT_003.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F50 GT/Shift_Ferrari_F50_GT_004.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F50 GT/Shift_Ferrari_F50_GT_005.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F50 GT/Shift_Ferrari_F50_GT_006.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F50 GT/Shift_Ferrari_F50_GT_007.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F50 GT/Shift_Ferrari_F50_GT_008.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F50 GT/Shift_Ferrari_F50_GT_009.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F50 GT/Shift_Ferrari_F50_GT_010.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F50 GT/Shift_Ferrari_F50_GT_011.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F50 GT/Shift_Ferrari_F50_GT_012.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F50 GT/Shift_Ferrari_F50_GT_013.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F50 GT/Shift_Ferrari_F50_GT_014.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F50 GT/Shift_Ferrari_F50_GT_015.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari F50 GT/Shift_Ferrari_F50_GT_016.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FerrariF50GT-20100212113630270 2010-02-12T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/SHELBYGT500-20091005034607406 <p> </p> <p>While it may not be a ‘supercar’, the 2010 GT500 is the ultimate Mustang lovers’ car, and you’ll blow the doors off many unsuspecting opponents in SHIFT if you get behind the wheel of one. <br /><br />Designed by Ford’s Special Vehicles Team (SVT), the ’10 GT500 is more sleek and aerodynamic than previous entries, allowing it to handle corners better. <br /><br />That said, there’s no substitute for raw power, and this car has a lot of it, with its 540 horsepower, 5.4-liter V8 having more than enough grunt to power past almost any car on the road.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/SHELBYGT500-20091005034607406 2009-10-05T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/PORSCHECAYMANS-20091005033621438 <p> </p> <p>It’s not often that you see a coupe derive from a convertible, but the Porsche Cayman is a direct descendant of the second generation Porsche Boxster drop-top. While the Boxster is no slouch off the line, the Cayman is a serious performance car that loves the left lane. The Cayman has been featured in several NFS games and returns in SHIFT. <br /><br />Performance-wise, the Cayman S is close to the 911 Carrera, Porsche’s flagship sports coupe, as it was a mere five seconds behind the Carrera during a test lap at Nürburgring Nordschleife and many enthusiasts believe if the Cayman S had limited-slip differential – which was not available at launch - it would have been able to topple the Carrera. <br /><br />The Cayman S runs 0-60 in slightly over five seconds and churns out nearly 300 horsepower from its 3.4-litre flat-six engine. <br /><br />A common misconception about the Cayman is that it is not named after the Cayman Islands, but actually after the caiman, an alligator-like animal found in South and Central America.  You can easily outrun any caiman in a Cayman S.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/PORSCHECAYMANS-20091005033621438 2009-10-05T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/BMWM3GT2-20091001113707639 <p> </p> <p>This car has been shown off quite a bit over the last couple months but it's a seriously powerful car and and we’re proud to have it as the SHIFT cover star. It’s a fantastic car in real-life and just as impressive in the game. To read more about the car visit <a href="http://speedhunters.com/archive/2009/02/25/gallery-gt-gt-bmw-m3-gt2.aspx" target="_blank"><strong>SpeedHunters</strong></a>.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/BMWM3GT2-20091001113707639 2009-10-01T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/Ferrari430Scuderia-20100212113326898 <p> </p> <p>Translated from Italian, its name means ‘Stable of horses’, and if there’s one thing Ferrari knows better than any other manufacturer, it’s how to cram a lot of horses into a confined space. <br /><br /> Engineered to compete with track-ready street machines like the Porsche 911 GT3 and Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera, Scuderia is 220 pounds lighter than the standard F430. <br /><br /> In addition to slimming down, Scuderia also has 508 horsepower, 25 more than the standard F430, allowing it to run a 0-60 time of only 3.1 seconds, better than many much more expensive cars, including the McLaren F1. <br /><br /> Its top speed comes extremely close to 200 mph, showing off Ferrari’s track roots. Scuderia boasts some interesting new technology under the hood, with a rebuilt intake, exhaust system and an ion-sensing knock-detection system that allows for a higher compression ratio. <br /><br /> Scuderia was originally unveiled by Formula One legend Michael Schumacher at the 2007 Frankfurt Auto Show in Germany and it has some features Schumacher probably wishes he had in his open-wheel racers. <br /><br /> One of those cool features you can only find in a Ferrari is found in Scuderia’s semi-automatic transmission and is called ‘Superfast2’, a piece of software that allows the transmission to shift in 60 milliseconds. <br /><br /> Scuderia is also the name Ferrari uses for its racing division, which has been phenomenally successful in Formula One, taking home 15 drivers’ championships and 16 constructors’ titles. Currently, Ferrari has Felipe Massa and Fernando Alonso piloting its F60 car in F-One. <br /><br /> Speaking of Formula One, Scuderia’s F1-Trac system is combined with the E-Diff electronic differential and stability control to make this car handle as beautifully as it accelerates. Take this baby out for a burn around the track in Need for Speed SHIFT’s Ferrari Pack to find out. <br /><br /> Here are some more shots of the FERRARI 430 SCUDERIA:</p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari 430 Scuderia/Shift_Ferrari_430_Scuderia_001.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari 430 Scuderia/Shift_Ferrari_430_Scuderia_002.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari 430 Scuderia/Shift_Ferrari_430_Scuderia_004.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari 430 Scuderia/Shift_Ferrari_430_Scuderia_005.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari 430 Scuderia/Shift_Ferrari_430_Scuderia_006.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari 430 Scuderia/Shift_Ferrari_430_Scuderia_007.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari 430 Scuderia/Shift_Ferrari_430_Scuderia_008.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/Ferrari/Cars/Ferrari 430 Scuderia/Shift_Ferrari_430_Scuderia_009.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/Ferrari430Scuderia-20100212113326898 2010-02-12T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/MITSUBISHILANCEREVOLUTIONX-20091002082121518 <p> </p> <p>Known simply as ‘X’ to fans of the Evo, the tenth-generation Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, which started production as a 2008 model, is perhaps the finest car Mitsubishi has ever built. <br /><br />Its turbocharged, all-aluminum 2-liter four-cylinder engine cranks out 291 horsepower and 300-foot-pounds of torque, stunning numbers for such a ‘small’ engine. <br /><br />You’ll have fun driving your Evo around in SHIFT, especially with all the customization options available to appeal to your inner tuner.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/MITSUBISHILANCEREVOLUTIONX-20091002082121518 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NISSAN200SXS14-20091002082156060 <p> </p> <p>For 1997, the Nissan Silvia S14a was re-designed and looked more aggressive than previous iterations, without skimping on the classic Nissan charm that has made the company a favorite of tuners and racers alike. <br /><br />Its turbocharged 4-cylinder engine grinds out 220 ponies and has plenty of torque to satisfy even the most finicky of tuners.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NISSAN200SXS14-20091002082156060 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/ASTONMARTINDBR9-20091001112758409 <p> </p> <p>First introduced as a racer in 2005, the DBR9 is based entirely off the V-12 DB9 coupe, keeping the same chassis, engine block and cylinder heads of the street-legal version.<br /><br />To keep its weight down, the car is constructed entirely of carbon fiber composite, except on the roof, which is made of steel. <br /><br />The bottom of the DBR9 is completely flat until the rear diffuser and can run 0-60 in a miniscule 3.4 seconds.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961">RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</a></strong></p> Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/ASTONMARTINDBR9-20091001112758409 2009-10-01T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/BUGATTIVEYRON164-20091001114032422 <p> </p> <p>When the Bugatti nameplate was revived in 2000 by Volkswagen, car enthusiasts began their wait for the world’s next supercar. <br /><br />The Bugatti Veyron finally bowed in 2005 and to make a long story very short, it’s a feat in modern engineering unequaled in this decade. <br /><br />Under the hood of this $1.1-million behemoth sits one of the most powerful production engines ever built: an 8-liter W-12 that is conservatively estimated at around 1,000 horsepower. It has a top speed of 408.5 km/h (or 254 mph) and runs 0-60 in a ridiculous 2.5 seconds. <br /><br />The car has ten radiators, four superchargers and according to Bugatti, goes from top speed to a dead stop in less than ten seconds. Only 200 were ever made, so your best shot to get one is in SHIFT.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/BUGATTIVEYRON164-20091001114032422 2009-10-01T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NeedforSpeedEditionSHELBYTERLINGUA-20091005034642723 <p> </p> <p>Terlingua is a tiny town close to the border between Texas and Mexico. It’s also where racing legend Carroll Shelby liked to unwind after spending weeks with Ford engineers designing his famous Mustangs. <br /><br />But the Shelby Terlingua is a complete departure from anything Mr. Shelby designed during his days at Ford. <br /><br />The Terlingua starts with a V6 Ford Mustang coupe. Add 20-inch rims, a roll bar, carbon fiber seats, Hurst short-throw shifter, Ford Racing exhaust, a new set of dash gauges, stronger suspension, an aerodynamic body kit and a supercharger that nearly doubles its output to 365 angry horses and you’ve got a Terlingua. Take it for a spin in SHIFT and you’ll see that you don’t need a V8 to have fun in a Mustang.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/NeedforSpeedEditionSHELBYTERLINGUA-20091005034642723 2009-10-05T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/ASTONMARTINVANTAGEN400-20091002061853596 <p> </p> <p>Less than 500 examples of the Aston Martin Vantage N400 exist, with the car being built to salute the company’s success at Nurburgring.<br /><br />In fact, there is a map of Nurburgring stitched into the center armrest. There’s also a numbered plaque commemorating which number each car is.<br /><br />The N400 is able to push out 400 powerful ponies – hence the name - from its 4.3-liter V8. When it was tested at Nordschleife, the N400 was able to complete a lap in les than eight minutes.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/ASTONMARTINVANTAGEN400-20091002061853596 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/1967CHEVROLETCORVETTESTINGRAY427-20091119084425025 <p> </p> <p>Arguably the most sought-after Corvette ever built, the 1967 Stingray harkens back to a time when ‘sports car’ meant ‘Corvette’ and little else. Shapely outrageously powerful, the ’67 Stingray is one of five downloadable cars featured in the first DLC pack for SHIFT. <br /><br />The final model in the second generation of Corvettes, the ’67 was originally intended to be the Corvette C3, but was pushed back a year to avoid competition with Chevy’s new, ‘smaller’ sports coupe, the Camaro, which bowed for the first time as a 1967 model. <br /><br />With its smooth, attractive lines and outstanding performance, the Stingray 427 was a legendary street car in its time, but came in at slightly less than $5,000, which, while very expensive for 42 years ago, seems like a pittance today, as mint condition ’67 Stingrays equipped with the legendary big-block can easily top six figures at auctions and private sales. <br /><br />About that big-block: at 427 cubic inches – and a hefty $437 premium - the L71 engine that powered the ’67 Stingray - known as a ‘Tri-Power’ because it had three two-barrel carburetors – produced 435 pavement-melting horsepower that made it a force to be reckoned with on the road or track. <br /><br />Also available but incredibly rare, with only 20 examples ever produced, was the L88, which featured the same 427, but with a four-barrel Holley carb, kicking out 430 ponies at 5,200 RPM according to Chevrolet, but some racers have estimated the L88 could have as much as 600 horsepower at its peak. In good condition, an L88 could fetch as much as a million dollars at auction. <br /><br />The engine was so powerful that Italian Renzo Rivolti, manufacturer of the incredibly rare and valuable supercar Iso Grifo was happy to use it and did until 1970, though his cars required extensive cosmetic modifications to fit the engine under its hood. <br /><br />It took less than six seconds for the legendary Tri-Power to go from zero-to-60, and sub-13-second ¼ mile runs were easily achieved due to the phenomenal amount of torque produced in its powerplant. <br /><br />The C2 Corvette was also very advanced technologically for its time, with four-wheel power disc brakes being introduced in 1963, as well as fuel injection in 1965 – which was dropped because of its extra cost and didn’t return until the C4 bowed as a 1984 model - air conditioning, power/tilt steering and carpeting all making an appearance during the second-generation Corvette’s production run. <br /><br />With its side-exit exhaust pipes, pop-up headlamps and classic Corvette shape, the ’67 Stingray 427 could be one of the finest pieces of automotive art to come out of Chevy’s long-defunct St. Louis, Missouri plant. <br /><br />You’ll want to try it out in SHIFT as soon as you download one, perhaps even teaming with other muscle car legends to form a nigh-unbeatable racing team online. <br /><br />Here are some more shots of the 1967 CHEVROLET CORVETTE STINGRAY 427:</p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/TeaM_rAcInG/1967_Chevrolet_Corvette_Stingray_0001.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/TeaM_rAcInG/1967_Chevrolet_Corvette_Stingray_0006.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/1967CHEVROLETCORVETTESTINGRAY427-20091119084425025 2009-11-19T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/PORSCHECAYMANSBONUSCAR-20091005033532134 <p> </p> <p>Much like the Coke Zero Dodge Viper, the bonus Cayman S can only be acquired by entering a code in Need for Speed SHIFT. The code was available as a pre-order bonus for racers playing SHIFT on their PCs. <br /><br />We’re not going to tell you that code here, but burning down the tracks in SHIFT with a Cayman S is a real treat.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/PORSCHECAYMANSBONUSCAR-20091005033532134 2009-10-05T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/MAZDAMX5-20091002081508943 <p> </p> <p>The MX-5 – known colloquially as the Miata in North America – has been known since its launch in 1989 as one of the most fun and most affordable cars for people who want a little more performance.<br /><br />In SHIFT, you’ll have access to the 2008 MX-5, which has a 2-liter engine that churns out 170 horsepower mated to a six-speed manual transmission. <br /><br />Unfortunately, you can’t drop the top in SHIFT, but you won’t get all those pesky speeding tickets you’d get burning down the highway with a grin if you had a real MX-5.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/MAZDAMX5-20091002081508943 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/SCIONtC-20091005034453919 <p> </p> <p>When it was brought to market in 2004, the Scion tC had big shoes to fill, eventually replacing longtime boy-racer favorite Toyota Celica when it completed its production run. <br /><br />The tC has been a hit with young people looking for a fun and sporty 4-cylinder vehicle for less than $20,000 out the door.  More than 250,000 tCs have been sold since the car was introduced. <br /><br />Easily modified, the tC is a favorite of import drag racers like Chris Rado, who got his tC to kick out over 1,000 horsepower. Rado took home the 2008 Redline Time Attack trophy in the FF Unlimited Championship class.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/SCIONtC-20091005034453919 2009-10-05T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/PORSCHE911GT3RSR-20091002085313672 <p> </p> <p>The Porsche 911 GT3 on its own is a scream to drive in regular traffic, but when you take it out on the track, you may not want to give the car back. Fortunately in SHIFT, you can drive the GT3 RSR any time you want. <br /><br />RSR was designed with racing in mind, and within its water-cooled, six-cylinder boxer engine sits a snarling beast trying to escape. The RSR packs 450 horsepower at 7,800 RPM, with a rev limiter kicking in at 9,000. <br /><br />One interesting change from the 2008 model is a more adjustable rear wing for better wind resistance. If you want an RSR, be prepared to get out your checkbook, it retails for close to $500,000 USD.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/PORSCHE911GT3RSR-20091002085313672 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FordGT-20091002062610173 <p> </p> <p>The Ford GT was first revealed at the 1995 Detroit Auto Shaw as the Ford GT90 concept. It first entered production late 2004 with 4500 models planned to be built, however, only 4038 we're ever built. The remaining models ended up being disassembled and sold as service parts. The production run of 4038 GT's ended the 2006 model year on 21 September 2006, short of the originally planned 4500.<br /><br />Three different manufacturing plants were involved in the assembly of the Ford GT. The GT began assembly and was painted by Saleen in their Saleen Special Vehicles facility in Troy, Michigan. The engine was built at Ford's Romeo Engine Plant in Romeo, Michigan. Installation of the engine and manual transmission along with interior finishing was handled in the SVT building at Ford's Wixom, Michigan plant.<br /><br />The Ford GT is powered by the 5.4L Modular V8, which is all-aluminum and fed by a Lysholm twin screw-type supercharger. The engine, designed specifically for the GT program, features a forged rotating assembly housed in an aluminum bloc. A dry sump oiling system is employed, allowing the engine to sit very low in the frame. The DOHC 4-valve heads are a revision of the 2000 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra R cylinder heads (with slightly increased wall casting thickness in the exhaust port). The camshafts have unique specifications, with more lift and duration than those found in the Shelby GT500 or 2003–2004 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra. Power output is 550 horsepower (410 kW) and 500 foot-pounds force (680 N·m) of torque. A Ricardo six-speed manual transmission is fitted featuring a helical limited-slip differential.<br /><br />Some quick stats on the Performance of the GT: <br />- 0–60 mph (0–96 km/h): 3.7 seconds <br />- 0–100 mph (0–160 km/h): 7.4 seconds <br />- Standing 1/4 mile: 11.2 seconds @ 131.2 mph (211.1 km/h) <br />- Top speed: 205 mph (electronically limited)</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/FordGT-20091002062610173 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/HondaS2000-20091002075626520 <p> </p> <p>The Honda S2000 is manufactured in Japan and was launched in April 1999 to celebrate the company's 50th anniversary. it was first shown as a concept car at the Tokyo Motor Show in 1995. There have been two individual models of the car throughout its lifetime; the AP1 &amp; the AP2. The AP1 was introduced in 1999 for the 2000 model year and featured a front-mid-engine rear wheel drive layout delivered bu a 1007 cc (122 cu in) F20C inline 4 cylinder DOHC-VTEC engine. The engine produced 37 hp (177 kW) to 250 PS (184 kW), and from 153 ft·lbf (207 N·m) to 22.2 kg·m (218 N·m) of torque.<br /><br />The AP2 was introduced in 2004 and incorporated several revisions to the S2000. It included larger version of the F20C to the North American market. Designated F22C1, the engine's stroke was lengthened, increasing its displacement to 2,157 cc (132 cu in). At the same time, the redline was reduced from 8,800 rpm to 8,000 rpm with a cutout at 8,200 rpm, mandated by the longer travel distance of the pistons. Peak torque increased 6% to 162 ft·lbf (220 N·m) at 6,500 rpm while power output was the same 237 hp (177 kW) at a lower 7,800 rpm.<br /><br />Production of the S2000 will cease in June 2009. Plans for an S2000 successor were scrapped in the aftermath of the automotive industry crisis of 2008. To commemorate the production run of the S2000, Honda offered a special variant called the S2000 Ultimate Edition for the European market, and a similar GT Edition 100 variant in the UK. These editions feature a removable hard top, Grand Prix White paint scheme, red leather interior, and numbered plaques.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/HondaS2000-20091002075626520 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/AUDIS4-20091001113211273 <p> </p> <p>As the performance version of Audi’s A4, the S4 sedan – it also comes in a wagon or droptop - emerged in 2006 with a re-design and for the first time, was a legitimate competitor of the BMW M3 for the finest German performance 4-door under $100,000. <br /><br />The S4 has all the equipment required from a luxury sedan: well-equipped interior, navigation system and a premium sound system, but the stereo needs to be off to hear where the S4 really shines. <br /><br />Audi put its best engineers to work on the S4’s best feature: an all-aluminum 4.2-liter V8 with tons of high-end grunt rated at 340 horsepower, but the engine isn’t in its element until you floor it – you start to feel the pull of the S4 at around 7,000 RPM – something you’ll want to try for yourself in SHIFT.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/AUDIS4-20091001113211273 2009-10-01T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/1967SHELBYGT500-20091119085114191 <p> </p> <p>Recently brought back by Ford for its new retro-styled Mustang, the 1967 Shelby GT500 was the second generation of Carroll Shelby’s association with Ford which produced the finest GT500s to date.<br /><br />Shelby’s first crack at making first-generation Mustangs his own – the GT350, which remained, but the GT500 was the star attraction -  was successful, but the cars suffered from poor road manners, as he turned the pleasant, fun-to-drive Mustang into a snarling, pavement-tearing beast, making them difficult to drive for almost anyone who wasn’t a professional. <br /><br />Learning his lesson from the first go-around, Shelby aimed to make his new GTs more drivable for regular motorists, without losing the snarling beast qualities that made the first generation so powerful and fun. <br /><br />Shelby started with a 1967 Fastback Mustang GT. First, he removed all the metal body panels, replacing them with lightweight fiberglass. The fiberglass panels included an elongated nose to make big-block power possible, functional hood scoops to cool the big-block, four air intakes along the body and a spoiler that molded perfectly to the tail of the car. <br /><br />The interior was a higher quality, with the same materials that came standard on a Mustang GT, and included a rear seat, which was removed for the original GT350 as well as racing harnesses, which were factory installed on the first model. Air conditioning, power steering, an 8000-rpm tachometer, 140-mph speedometer and a padded roll bar were also standard. <br /><br />While the GT350 was fitted with a 289-ci V8 that punched out about 306 horsepower, the GT500 had considerably more guts and go, with its 428-ci ‘Police Interceptor’ V8 that was usually reserved for much larger Fords, such as the Galaxie or Thunderbird. It went like hell, with conservative estimates at the time putting its horsepower rating at 355, but if you drove one, you’d swear it had more. <br /><br />Shelby gave the 428 a kick in the butt by adding the cast-aluminum intake manifold from Ford’s famous 427 racing engine, two four-barrel Holley carburetors and other small tweaks.  The suspension was a modified Mustang GT system, which went well with its front-disc brakes. <br /><br />While many GT500s from this era sport racing stripes, this was not a factory-installed item, it was up to individual dealers to apply them. Depending on state laws, some GT500s had their high-beam headlights moved to opposite sides of the grille, rather than both being in the center. <br /><br />For folks interested in automotive recycling, the ’67 GT500 used the same sequential rear turn signal lamps as the Mercury Cougar. <br /><br />When compared to its brother, the GT350, Shelby’s GT500 was a far superior car, and only cost $200 more, coming in at $4,100. Today, you’d be lucky to buy the rusted-out shell of a GT500 for that much, but you can drive it in SHIFT and maybe bring back some memories from the time when cubic inches dominated the streets. <br /><br />Here are some more shots of the 1967 SHELBY GT500:</p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/TeaM_rAcInG/1967_Shelby_GT500_0001.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://ll.needforspeed.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/needforspeed.com/images/news/SHIFT/CaRs/Product_Site/TeaM_rAcInG/1967_Shelby_GT500_0003.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/1967SHELBYGT500-20091119085114191 2009-11-19T00:00:00Z http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/PORSCHE911GT2-20091002085235894 <p> </p> <p>Seven minutes, 32 seconds. That’s how fast the 2008 Porsche 911 GT2 did a lap at Nürburgring Nordschleife. <br /><br />Considering the thousands if not millions of cars that have taken the challenge there, this time places the GT2 in 13th place overall, trailing some of the most expensive cars ever made, including the Pagani Zonda F Clubsport and Enzo Ferrari by mere seconds. <br /><br />The GT2 is an impressive feat of automobile engineering, squeezing 523 horsepower into its 3.6-liter engine, allowing it to tear up the pavement from 0-60 in only 3.3 tiny seconds. Take it for a spin in SHIFT and you’ll be hooked.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="/cars/CarsHome-20090924113816961"><strong>RETURN TO THE FULL CAR LIST</strong></a></p> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://shift.needforspeed.com/us/cars/PORSCHE911GT2-20091002085235894 2009-10-02T00:00:00Z