Mansory Unleashes Extreme Power at 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show
Mansory’s stand at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show featured radical reinterpretations of the Bentley Continental GTC, Lamborghini Huracan, Mercedes-AMG S63 Coupe and Rolls-Royce Wraith, each with dramatic styling and huge power gains.
Mansory’s display at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show was impossible to ignore. The German tuner brought a quartet of heavily modified luxury and performance cars, each reworked for maximum impact both visually and mechanically. The line-up included the Bentley Continental GTC, Lamborghini Huracan, Mercedes-AMG S63 Coupe and Rolls-Royce Wraith, all boasting headline-grabbing power figures and bespoke bodywork.
Bentley Continental GTC: Supercar Power for a Luxury Convertible
Mansory’s take on the Bentley Continental GTC pushed the boundaries for a grand tourer. The 6.0-litre W12 engine was extensively re-engineered, adding new pistons, rods, camshaft, turbo and exhaust, with the ECU remapped to suit. The result: 1,001hp and 885lb ft of torque. That puts the convertible in the same league as the Bugatti Veyron for power, with a 0-100km/h time of 3.9 seconds and a 205mph top speed. The exterior and interior both received Mansory’s signature treatment, with bold styling changes and bespoke finishes.
Lamborghini Huracan Torofeo: Carbon Fibre and 1,250hp
The Huracan Torofeo was Mansory’s most extreme show car. Every body panel was replaced with carbon fibre, finished in a distinctive matte weave. Under the bonnet, the 5.2-litre V10 was tuned to produce 1,250hp, more than double the standard output. The styling remained recognisably Huracan, but the details marked it out as a Mansory creation. The performance figures put it among the most powerful road-going Lamborghinis ever shown at Frankfurt.
Mercedes-AMG S63 Coupe Black Edition: Four Figures, Limited Only by Electronics
Mansory’s Black Edition of the Mercedes-AMG S63 Coupe matched the Bentley’s power, with the 5.5-litre twin-turbo V8 tuned to 1,000PS (735kW) and 1,400Nm of torque. The coupe can reach 100km/h in just 3.2 seconds, with top speed limited to 300km/h. Bodywork changes included a more aggressive front end, wider arches and unique trim. The tuning eclipsed Mansory’s earlier S63 projects, which had already pushed the limits of the platform.
Rolls-Royce Wraith: Blue Carbon and a 1,000Nm V12
The Rolls-Royce Wraith on Mansory’s stand wore a bright blue finish and extensive carbon fibre detailing, including the bonnet, roof, mirrors and rear diffuser. The 6.6-litre V12 received a power hike from 632hp to 740hp, with torque up to 1,000Nm. Mansory claimed 0-100km/h in 4.4 seconds and a 300km/h top speed, figures more commonly associated with supercars than luxury coupes. The cosmetic changes were as bold as the mechanical ones, making this Wraith one of the most visually distinctive cars at the show.
A Show of Excess
Mansory’s Frankfurt range was a clear statement of intent. With each car tuned far beyond factory limits and finished with trademark styling, the stand was a talking point for visitors. While the looks and performance may split opinion, the technical ambition was undeniable. For more on the 2015 Frankfurt show’s major debuts, see 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show: Supercars, SUVs and Electric Concepts Lead the Line-up.
