2011 Ford F-450 Super Duty

 2011 Ford F-450 Super Duty King Ranch Edition


Aside from the cool name this is a true work horse. 

The 2011 Ford Super offers more horsepower and massive torque - the engines comes in both a diesel and regular gasoline version. As a special feature it is possible to order the Ford in green versions that runs on alternative fuels as E85 ethanol (15% regular+85% biofuel) and B20 biodiesel (80% regular diesel+20% green fuel).

Ferrari 458 Italia 2010

Wow this is stuff dreams is made of - the new 2010 model from Ferrari, the 458 replaces the F430.

 
Could you see yourself driving in this Italian beauty. 

Facts:
Engine: 4.5L, 570bhp
0-60: 3.4 seconds

Bentley 2010 - new topmodel

In 2010 Bentley introduces the Mulsanne that replaces the current top model Arnage

What do you think about the Mulsanne?

Aston Martin 2010 news

The stylish British car-maker Aston Martin introduces two new vehicles in 2010.
The big five door (4 doors and hatch) Rapide accommodates 4 grownups - but to be frank the backseat is better suited for golf bags.
The Rapide has a big V12 engine and an awesome stereo from the Danish iconic B&O

Aston Martin also introduces the little Cygnet that is the product of a joint-venture with Toyota iQ - the Cygnet primary purpose is political since the European Commission forces car-makers to think ecological.

Facts: (Aston Rapide)
Engine: 6L, V12, 470 bhp
0-60: 5.1 sec

Chevrolet Camaro Coupe 2010 - a reborn legend

The history

The Chevrolet Camaro was born as a competitor to the popular Ford Mustang in the late 60's. They both followed the same receipt to success, slick looks, moderately pricing and huge V8 engines. It remained a success all the way up to the late 1990's.

The Design
The 2010 is true to the original models but has introduced elements from the Chevrolet Z06 and the Raptor Fighter plane. The gray hood and rear stripes is also an original design element.

The engine
The gigantic 6.0L V8 engine was designed for the Corvette and completely in aluminum. The engine delivers raw performance when all 8 cylinders are available - but the engine has a trick up its sleeve as it can run on only 4 cylinders. When running as a standard V4 engine the fuel economy is a modest 24mpg (10.2km/l).


Facts: (SS 2SS)
Engine: V8, 6.2L, 426bhp
Fuel economy: City Eco - 19mpg (8.1km/l), Highway Eco - 24mpg (10.2km/l)
Top speed: 155mph (249km/h)
0-60: 4.7sec.
Price: $33000

4x4 VW Phaetton Lounge Indvidual Limo

A VW Phaeton is an engineering masterpiece and it
shows what can be achieved with top-notch engineers. Individual has customized the Phaeton in an extended Limo version with all possible luxury accerories. Wood interior, matching leathers, large cooler, DVD, double 17" LCD screens. The 22 foot (6.7m) Limo accomodates 6 persons, 4 in back and 2 in front.










Facts:
Engine: 4WD, 420bhp, W12




Almost 7 meters long....

Electric mini police cars

Smart EV

The London Metro Police is serious about reducing CO2 emissions - as they have joined a pilot project with several Smart EV vehicles. The little car has been modified with batteries and new electric engine that makes it ideal for cruising the city.

Facts: (according to Wikipedia)

Engine:30 kW (41 bhp)
Top speed: 74.6mph (120km/h)
Range: 68 miles (110km)
Recharge time (80%): 4 hours
Recharge time (100%): 8 hours

Mitsubishi MiEV

MiEV (Mitsubihi In-wheel motor Electric Vehicle)

The MiEV is an interesting project from Mitsubisihi - the first prototypes had built-in engines in the wheels. The later production line has an "regular" electric engine.

Facts:
Engine: 47 kW (63 bhp)
Top speed: 80.7 mph (130km/h)
Range: 100 miles (160km)
Battery: 16 kWh

Officiel site

Dodge Polara Police Car

Now almost forgotten - the once popular Dodge Polara (Interceptor) from the 1960-70's was a police car that got respect wherever it patrolled. A fierce enormous performance car that could outrun most vehicles on the road.

Facts:
Engine: 375bhp, 4.4L V8

Find more information on Wikipedia

Brabus police car

The German Autobahn (highway) is among the fastest in the world - some stretches even without speed limits and people from all over Europe drives to Germany for this reason alone. So it is not a surprise that the police need something truly extraordinary to patrol the autobahn.
The supercar builder Brabus has taken a Mercedes Benz CLS V12 and turned it into a evermore awesome ride - although the car is mostly for PR purposes as it show the technically skills of Brabus.

See more images at the Brabus site

Facts:
Engine: V12 730bhp
Top speed: 227mph (365km/h)
0-60: 4 seconds

Lotus Exige S - getting in contact with the young drivers

The police in East Sussex in the UK had a problem getting in contact with the young drivers - they needed an icebreaker. And they found it: the Lotus Exige S

While the car can outrun most vehicles on the road the East Sussex police is aiming for a preemptive effect. Once a dialog has been established - hopefully they can be convinced that speeding is a pretty dumb carrier move.

Facts:
Engine: 221bhp
Top speed: 147mph (238km/h)
0-60: 4.3 seconds
Price: $65,690

Hummer H3 Police Edition

Rumour has it that the police chief from Lone Tree argueed that the H3 was fuel economic - and of course this is true when compared to the gigantic H1 and slightly smaller H2.

The population of Lone Tree never accepted the decision - also it didn't help that the city advertises itself as ecofriendly (while driving Hummers).

Facts:
Engine: 4x4, 3.5L, 220bhp
0-60mph: 12.5seconds
Top speed: 98mph (158km/h)
Price: $28,935

Caparo T1 - Concept car

Ok I know, this is only a concept car - but just imagine if this thing ever got on the road.

The Caparo T1's F1 specs is impressive. 575bhp, 0-60mph (100km/h) in 2.5 seconds and a top speed of 200mph (320km/h).

There is no backseat for when arresting criminals but it is probably still a desirable gadget for any highway patrol.

Italian police wrecks Lamborghini

In 2004 the Italian super car company Lamborghini donated a Lamborghini Gallardo to the State Police in Italy - this car is probably the most renowned police car in the world. It has V10 engine with no less than 500bhp and a top speed of 190mph (305km/h). When in pursuit of bad-guys this thing can accelerate from 0-60mph (100km/h) in 4.3 seconds.

See the Lamborghini in action here:

Unfortunately this ultimate police cars has been taken out of service since it was involved in a freak accident in 2009. The Lamborghini crashed into some parked cars in order to avoid a direct collision with another driver.

It is uncertain whether the Italian police will get another "donation" after this episode.

What to use when stopping a riot?

Facing a riot is probably never a pleasant situation for any cop - although I am pretty sure that the vehicles described here certainly help.

See how an angry mob can be stopped efficiently or even scared away when the police brings out the heavy material.

Internation APC
International builds standard trucks but they also supplies the government and armed forces with special armored trucks. The police can use the APC truck that carries 10-12 officers in combat uniforms. The vehicle has run-flat tires and a automatic built-in window cleaning system that can remove paint and other substances thrown by the mob.


Talon Locomotors Riot Control
This vehicle is complete with battering-ram (as demonstrated in the video), grenade launchers, anti-person gas (teargas), water cannon and run-flat tires.

It is an unique vehicle and there is only built 8 of them according to the vendor. It accommodates 14 officers.
See Richard Hammond on YouTube demonstrates this special truck.



Czech Police Armoured Truck
Based upon the Soviet BRDM-2 APC truck which is a 4x4 with 140bhp with a top speed of 62 mph (100km/h) . The weight is a staggering 7tonnes. Original built for combat but is nowadays used in some of the former eastern European countries by the police forces.
Accomodates 4 police officers.

Welcome

Hi there,

I welcome you to this very first post of Xtraordinary Cars.

Here you can read about the worlds most outrageous, funniest, expensive and otherwise crazy cars.

When reading this blog feel free to leave a comment or even a hint about a car that should be described here.

We will start by exploring Police cars from around the world.


Best regards,
Peter






The Lotus Exige, at 140mph (225 km/h) this is a fast ride