EUROstuff Magazine #109E | Page 38

EUROfeature - Mercedes-Benz R129 SL280 Koenig that Japanese cars still hold the edge in terms of aftermarket parts availability, the MercedesBenz’s spare parts are not as expensive as one thinks. Also the straight-six’s reliability and high tuning margins make it a worthwhile contender for aftermarket modifications. E EUROfacts Owner Vehicle Max Output Workshop Country : Peter Demon M : Mercedes Benz R129 SL 280 : 614 hp : Por Motorsport / PTR Garage : Thailan d Engine [ For more EURO performance contents, please visit www.HOTstuff.com.sg ] Mercedes Benz M104 2.8 Litre Straight Six / 1.2mm Thick Steel Cylinder Gaskets / Strengthened Pistons / GReddy 517Z Turbochargers X2 / Trust Intercooler / Sard Blow Off Valve / Monza Intake Manifold / Sitt Turbo Exhaust System / Bosch 044 Fuel Pump / Sard 1000cc Fuel Injectors / HKS Oil Pressure Regulator / Sard Fuel Injector Rail HKS Filters / HKS F-Con V Pro 3.3 ECU Tuned By Por Motorsport Exterior Koenig Custom Wide Body Kit / Customised PTR Garage Front End, Side Skirts, Rear Bumper / Customised Ferrari 458-inspired Rear Diffuser / Black Series Hood And Grille. Interior Defi Gauges / GReddy Profec B Electronic Boost Controller Driveline Mercedes-Benz Automatic Transmission Tuned By Peak Garage Handling Lorinser Coilover kit / Manaray Sport Wheels Front 19x11 inches, Rear 19x14 inches / Accelera Tyres 275/30 R19 Front , Michelin Pilot Super Sport 325/30 R19 Rear / Brembo 6-piston Calipers Front, 4-piston Calipers Rear / Brake Discs 360mm Front, Brake Discs 350mm Rear In-Car Entertainment Alpine Audio System www.xo-autosport.com 38