Insignia tuned by Irmscher!

[Red AH SRI T]

http://www.motorauthority.com/content/thumbs/i/r/irmscher_opel_insignia_main630_01-1016-636x360.jpg

German tuner Irmscher is a specialist when it comes to modifying Opels, having worked with the brand for more than 40 years and previously installing a V8 engine in the compact Opel GT. Not surprisingly, it's one of the first companies to work on the new 2009 Insignia sedan, and has now released a range of styling and handling mods just in the time for the car’s sales launch.

The package includes a new bodykit, stiffer suspension, uprated brakes and 20in forged alloy wheels. The bodykit is probably the most striking feature of the complete package, and has been designed to improve aerodynamics while also adding a touch of aggression. It includes a front lower spoiler, a custom grille, new side sills, and a rear spoiler. The Insignia’s standard rear bumper has also been modified with the addition of a new carbon insert.

The only modification designed to add more power to the Insignia is a high-flow exhaust system, which features a dual branched twin-rear high-grade steel silencer.

Opel is also working on its own in-house version of a sporty Insignia, which is expected to be sold under the guise of the company’s OPC performance division.

http://www.motorauthority.com/opel-insignia-saloon-tuned-by-irmscher.html

[Calibrated]

i likey

[Calibrated]

http://www.motorauthority.com/content/thumbs/i/r/irmscher_opel_insignia_001-1016-950x673.jpg

[poita]

so when can i expect my order to arrive?

i really hope these do come here

[SSS_Hoon]

is anyone else thinking BMW when they look at the side/rear pic?


SSS_Hoon

[rjastra]

is anyone else thinking BMW when they look at the side/rear pic?


SSS_Hoon


I caught a whiff of Korean when I looked at that rear end - lol

[Vectracious]

is anyone else thinking BMW when they look at the side/rear pic?


SSS_Hoon

yep

I do like these though - a 6cyl AWD model would be awesome.

[Calibrated]

so when can i expect my order to arrive?

i really hope these do come here
x2


I caught a whiff of Korean when I looked at that rear end - lol
you're an idiot

[carab]

i like it!
i see a bit of Nissan GTR believe it or not....
http://www.gtrnissan.com/media/photos/nissan_gtr_05.lowres.jpg

of course the GTR is on an extreme scale, the but the lines on the door follow the same contour.

[bornwild]

Believe it or not I see a bit of the Daewoo Kalos in the Nissan GTR....I know the GTR is on an extreme scale, but its got 4 wheels :p

Guys, this insignia is the best looking car out there at the moment

[Jerram]

is anyone else thinking BMW when they look at the side/rear pic?


SSS_Hoon

I'm reminded of the BMW 650i I saw yesterday (save for the fact that was a coupe not a s saloon).

[Shaun]

is anyone else thinking BMW when they look at the side/rear pic?


SSS_Hoon

More the New Lexus IS Sport V8 model on display @ the Sydney International Motorshow.

Best looking Opel Med Sedan in quite some time. The finally have moved away from the bland look of the Vectra.

[USC]

Looks really nice! love those wheels too!
the rear reminds me a bit of the current AH astra...I think opel is following similar styling in all their models...I like it lots though.:)

I so wish Opel opened their own company here (like hummer and saab) and let Holden sell korean and their commodore etc. so...opel would be the lexus and holden would be the toyota...if u know what I mean.

[Vectracious]

so...opel would be the lexus and holden would be the toyota...if u know what I mean.

Cadillac is going to be the Lexus GM (good and bad I suppose - it means we get the CTS :drool: )

[Shaun]

Cadillac is going to be the Lexus GM (good and bad I suppose - it means we get the CTS :drool: )

I dont believe the CTS is intended for right hand drive markets at this stage from what i have read. No RHD Versions are under consideration according to an article i read recently.

[rjastra]

I dont believe the CTS is intended for right hand drive markets at this stage from what i have read. No RHD Versions are under consideration according to an article i read recently.

The CTS is the Cadillac they are releasing here. It was at the Sydney Motor show!

[Vectracious]

I dont believe the CTS is intended for right hand drive markets at this stage from what i have read. No RHD Versions are under consideration according to an article i read recently.

you believe wrong.

they've been available in the UK for a while now - a CTS was even tested on Top Gear.

Also there's this

http://www.drive.com.au/Editorial/ArticleDetail.aspx?ArticleID=46065

and here's an article from August this year.

http://www.webwombat.com.au/motoring/news_reports/cadillac-cts-australia.htm

[poita]

or this one

http://www.just-auto.com/article.aspx?id=96314


AUSTRALIA: Cadillac launches 'down under'

13 October 2008 | Source: just-auto.com editorial team

General Motors has launched its US luxury brand Cadillac at the 2008 Australian International Motor Show in Sydney. Sales in both Australia and New Zealand start early next year. Launch show models were the CTS sedan and CTS Coupe Concept.

This is actually a re-launch as the brand is returning 'down under' after a 70-year absence.

Cadillacs were built and sold in Australia during the 1930s. Cars were initially exported (in right-hand drive) from Detroit between 1927 and 1934 before shipments of CKD chassis (to be fitted with locally-produced bodies) and complete vehicle knock-down kits for local assembly began.

The LaSalle Series 50 sedans and the Cadillac Series 60 models were assembled in Adelaide with Holden- built bodies (GM's Holden unit was a local body builder before being turned into a complete car maker in 1948), and were designed to look much like similar models sold in the US.

"With cutting edge design, serious performance and a comprehensive package of luxury appointments, Cadillac will appeal to prestige car buyers and offer a genuine alternative to the traditional European brands," said GM's premium brands director Parveen Batish.

Continued growth in Europe and emerging markets like China and Russia, paired with the brand's introduction in South Africa in 2007, have supported Cadillac's total sales growth this year outside of the United States of 11.5% to the end of July 2008, the Australian unit said in a statement.

The Australian/NZ-specification CTS will have a 227kW, 3.6-litre, V6, direct injection, petrol engine with variable valve timing and six-speed automatic transmission.

Unlike many of competitors, this engine requires only regular unleaded petrol (91 octane RON in both countries; higher than the 87RON of US regular), resulting in additional savings for the owner, GM said.

Customers will have the choice of two suspension settings.

Standard equipment will include Stabilitrak electronic chassis/stability control system, front, side and curtain airbags, ambient interior lighting system, integrated iPod/MP3 compatibility and audio system with integrated 40 gigabyte hard drive.

CTS sales start 'down under' early in 2009. The production CTS coupe arrives late in 2009. Cadillac will join Saab and Hummer in Antipodean showrooms and be managed in both countries by the GM Premium Brands group. There are already 13 dealers in Australia and three in New Zealand.

[bornwild]

What's this? :D I got permission to something :D

Yeah we're getting the CTS...the designwork for Australia(slight conversions etc.) has already been done :)

[MatsHolden]

Yeah it's been known for a few months that the CTS will be here. Cadillac Australia have had their site up for a couple of months now. http://www.cadillac.com.au/

[Shaun]

you believe wrong.

they've been available in the UK for a while now - a CTS was even tested on Top Gear.

Also there's this

http://www.drive.com.au/Editorial/ArticleDetail.aspx?ArticleID=46065

and here's an article from August this year.

http://www.webwombat.com.au/motoring/news_reports/cadillac-cts-australia.htm


I stand correct as i was thinking the Sports Version was the CTS. Which is what i was refering to.

[bornwild]

I stand correct as i was thinking the Sports Version was the CTS. Which is what i was refering to.

And here I was thinking you've been in the industry for a long time, know CANBUS in and out and would know your cars tsk tsk tsk

I am disappointed Shaun...I still love you though

[Shaun]

And here I was thinking you've been in the industry for a long time, know CANBUS in and out and would know your cars tsk tsk tsk

I am disappointed Shaun...I still love you though

I know more about CANBUS then you will ever know.... I was dealing with it ten years ago in an early form....

[bornwild]

Okay Shauny if you know so much...what does CAN stand for and what language does the network use to communicate with all the ECUs?

Please let me know darling

[Calibrated]

wow. thats a big e-penis you have there