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Mercedes power in a BMW Z4? A V12 monster with 1.500 hp!

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Mercedes power in a BMW Z4? A V12 monster with 1.500 hp!

In the world of car tuning, boundaries are there to be pushed. This is what Gooichi Motors shows after the mistake Mazda RX-7 with V12 from the Pagani Zonda for SEMA 2022 now with another project, which was presented again at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. A BMW Z4 from the E89 series, equipped with a centerpiece that will make purists look twice: a Mercedes V12 from the legendary M120 series, known from the 90s and installed in various super sports cars, was implanted in the Munich model. The company from Florida has long been known for crazy conversions and aims to reach the magical limit with the Z4 1.500 PS to break through. The performance dream is achieved by coupling the V12 with a Procharger Stage 3 F1x compressor brought to reality.

A BMW Z4 with a Mercedes V12?

However, the final performance data is still available not published, but the ambitions are clearly defined. The monster is replaced by a sequential HGT precision transmission set in motion by Humbel Gear Technology and ensures an adequate sound and optimized exhaust flow Manifold system from Celeritech. But the technical highlights don't stop there. The Gooichi Z4 offers a befitting delay Wilwood Engineering brakes and Toyo wheels included Central locking equipped, which underlines the racing ambitions. One pneumatic lifting system is also there and visually you rely on one Wide body kit, a XXXXXL rear wing, a fat one Splitter, shared kidneys, hood with air openings and quick release, Racing diffuser and much more.

Wilwood sports brakes with blue calipers!

Mercedes power in a BMW Z4? A V12 monster with 1.500 hp!

But it's not just the technical aspects that are unique: Momo racing seats, individual headlights and pitch black taillights give the Z4 a particularly exclusive look. The silver colored one Paint, a custom-made product by The Spray Source, also gives the coupe a shiny aura. All in all, Gooichi Motors shows once again that they are ready to break the conventions of tuning. This Z4 is not just one Power coupe, but it combines the elegance of a classic roadster with the rawness of a tuned racing car. With the aim of one Street legal in the USA the Z4 could become a legend on public roads.

Mercedes V12 power in a BMW Z4:

  • GT3 account from BMW (2010-2016): Z4
  • Wins: 2015, 24 Hours of Spa
  • Original engine: From M3, V8 with 515 PS
  • Donor body from Lithuania
  • All body parts repaired and adjusted
  • Replacing the 4,0-liter V8 with one Mercedes-Benz V12 engine
  • V12 additionally included compressors upgraded
  • Installation of the V12 without significant changes to the chassis
  • Adjustments in the engine compartment were limited to a few pipes
  • Sophisticated exhaust manifolds: many hours of work required
  • Inner space: Racing car cabin with roll cage
  • Removable steering wheel and bucket seats
  • With fully covered dashboard, air conditioning and power steering

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Photo credit/source: Gooichi Motors
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Thomas Wachsmuth - He has been an integral part of tuningblog.eu since 2013. His passion for cars is so intense that he invests every available penny in them. While he dreams of a BMW E31 850CSI and a Hennessey 6x6 Ford F-150, he currently drives a rather inconspicuous BMW 540i (G31/LCI). His collection of books, magazines and brochures on the subject of car tuning has now reached such proportions that he himself has become a walking reference work for the tuning scene.  More about Thomas

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