2009 Lorinser smart fortwo

(from Lorinser Press Release) Smart Power in Series
After the fast-moving study, Sportservice Lorinser is now bringing the series version of the Fortwo on the road: it was worth waiting, as the look and driving experience of the power dwarf remain almost unfiltered. 101 HP (74 kW) – more than in any factory version – provide a smart power caracteristics in any situation. After all, at only around 800 kg vehicle weight, the "horses" have an easy job. The conversion is based on the three-cylinder petrol-fuelled turbo engine with its standard 84 HP (62 kW).

With the power training from Winnenden, the small vehicle with the rear-wheel drive accelerates to 100 km/h in under ten seconds, and is therefore over one second faster than the standard vehicle. The Lorinser upgrade for the basic petrol-fuelled vehicle with previously 61 HP (45 kW) is just as nippy. 71 HP (55 kW) are now being mobilised, just like with the average series motorisation, which in turn has an output of 82 HP (60 kW) after its power was increased by the famous customiser.

All Lorinser models achieve a regulated top speed of 160 km/h, which is more than the fastest factory version. That's why the speedometer also receives a discreet update. The interior may be small but the looks are great. Lorinser has the following design parts in stock for you: a black leather steering wheel with aluminium, an accented parts set for instruments, centre consoles, ventilation and handbrake lever, pedals and footrest in aluminium.

On the other hand, an extremely muscular "back" is the optical identifying feature for the Lorinser wing extensions. A total of 55 millimetres of width increase create space for giant 8.5Ч17 aluminium rims with tyre size 225/35R17 on the powered rear axle. In the front it is 7Ч17 inches and 205/40R17. The Speedy design with the six spade-shaped spokes is a real eye-catcher that signals distinct dynamics even when at a standstill. No empty promise, as the Fortwo allows high curve speeds thanks to the wide tyres.

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2008 Lorinser smart fortwo

(from Lorinser Press Release) Short for power Smart with 104 hp.
There can be no doubt: the Smart Fortwo has what it takes to become a cult vehicle. Thanks to Sportservice Lorinser Smart owners will now rob drivers of other vehicles not only of their parking space but also of the pole position at the traffic light. The Swabian tuning firm was able to boost the performance of the three-cylinder turbo engine from 84 hp to 104 hp. Add to the mix a weight of less than 800 kilograms and a semi-automatic transmission that is much faster than the one built into its predecessor and you are talking about a vehicle that has dynamic road performance written all over it. Even the factory-tuned model is no match for this kind of performance. This rear-wheel powered vehicle accelerates to 100 km/h in much less than 10 seconds and can go up to 180 km/h. Since the speed of the production model is electronically limited to 145 km/h, the Lorinser Smart upgrade also features an updated speedometer.

After undergoing the Lorinser power treatment, even the base model, previously powered by a 61 hp engine, easily surpasses the performance of the medium production model (71 hp) and clearly beats its maximum speed (156 km/h). Lorinser will give those who already have 71 hp at their disposal a boost to 77 hp: power that is sufficient to accelerate this compact city car to up to 160 km/h. Lorinser also took care of the prestigious ability to pass other cars. Thanks to its U-shaped air intake, covering a sport grill, the wide front bumper included in Lorinsers body kit seems to literally suck in the road. What is more: the Smart seems to crouch closer to the ground since the edge of the spoiler is drawn far down.

The Lorinser fender extensions give the Smart its most significant visual characteristic: a particularly muscular back. A total of 55 mm in increased width provide room for gigantic 8.5x17 inch aluminium rims with 245/35R17 tyres on the powered rear axle. The front axle can accommodate 7x17 inch rims with 215/40R17 tyres. The Speedy design with its six turbine-shovel-shaped spokes is a real eye-catcher and showcases the vehicles exceptional dynamic even when it is not in motion. Said dynamic is no empty promise since the wide tyres place the vehicle on a sound footing when driving fast through curves.

Even if no modifications are made to the vehicles body, front and rear tyre widths can easily reach 205/40R17 and 225/35R17, respectively, with rim sizes remaining identical. However, those who prefer smaller sizes can select Fancy, a kit of 15 inch rims featuring axe blade-shaped spokes. When combined with optional M+S tyres, this rim kit is particularly well suited for winter tyres. The interior of the Lorinser Smart also clearly distinguishes itself by an added sportive note. The carbon-accented parts, the brushed-aluminium clock, revolution counter and speedometer as well as the specially designed HiFi and navigation system round off the interiors great impression.

This is all thanks to the fact that, to Lorinser, no detail is too small even if its found on a length of merely 2.70 m.

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