A special 300 SLS (Super Light Special) version of the 300 SL Roadster was created for the Mercedes-Benz U.S. racing team to compete in the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) national circuit in 1957. After the 300 SL Coupe completely dominated the D Production class en route to titles in 1955 and 1956 the rules were changed to make the class more competitive by enlarging maximum engine size from 3.0 to 3.5 litres. Rather than radically modify its engine size (on the cusp of releasing the company’s new 300 SL Roadster to replace the Coupe), Mercedes-Benz instead created two specially modified Roadsters to campaign in the D Modified class on the SCAA circuit. These featured a solid cover over the passenger seat, a low profile racing screen in place of a full-width and height windshield, a driver’s seat roll bar, a custom cowl with engine air intake, and a lack of front and rear bumpers. These and other modifications lowered vehicle weight from 1,420 kilograms (3,130 pounds) to 1,040 kilograms (2,290 pounds). Engine output was increased 20 hp (15 kW) to 235 hp (175 kW). Team driver Paul O’Shea once again brought home the title for the company. mazda wallpapers, lamborghini, audi wallpapers, Mercedes 300SL wallpapers, ford wallpapers
(Nissan 370Z)Changes to Fairlady Z Version NISMO include:
Bridgestone Potenza RE-11 tires
Increased body rigidity
Suspension tuning
The Fairlady Z Version NISMO was unveiled at the 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon.
The vehicles went on sale on July 18, 2012. Nissan 370Z wallpapers#LamborghiniMiura #BmwX2 #BmwM2 #Volvo #AudiRS3
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