Mansory sure wasn’t kidding when it described its Carbonado
GT program for the Lamborghini Aventador as an overdose in carbon fiber.
To be more specific, the Swiss tuner used a carbon-fiber weave with a stealth look, which apparently is what it uses exclusively in a lot of its programs. That should be cause for confusion for those not privy to such technological marvel, but its all in a days work for Mansory.
In a lot of ways, the Swiss tuner has made a living out of these fanciful programs. Some of these projects have been knocked out of the park, while some have been complete whiffs. That said, the roster that Mansory has brought to Geneva , specifically the Carbonado GT, has been a showcase on why the company is considered one of the most exclusive aftermarket tuners in the business.
, specifically the Carbonado GT, has been a showcase on why the company is considered one of the most exclusive aftermarket tuners in the business.
For better or for worse, Mansory wants to overwhelm even the most hardened of skeptics. And with the Carbonado GT program for the Lamborghini Aventador, and that’s precisely what it accomplished.
Click past the jump to read more about the Lamborghini Aventador Carbonado GT By Mansory.
It’s hard not to be impressed with the detail that went into making this program. For one, the aerodynamic design is about as overwhelming as it can get. But far more than just serving as aesthetic add-ons, these components come with purpose. Take for example the new front skirt with optimized air intakes; far more than just eye candy because it improves ventilation of the front radiator and when you combine it with the new front lip spoiler and those new daytime running lights, you’re treated a distinctive front look for the already menacing Aventador.
The front wing of the supercar is also new, as are the new side skirts, which feed more cooling air into the drive unit and the rear brakes. Likewise, a new rear spoiler was also added, stabilizing the back end of the Lambo at high speeds while also creating surface contact pressure together with the enlarged rear wing on the rear axle.
And finally, let’s not forget about the new set of wheels. For this program, Mansory opted to use a new set of 20- and 21-inch ultralight striking forged rims with carbon-fiber inlays wrapped in Pirelli P Zero tires.
The interior detail of the Carbonado GT program doesn’t come with the same level of exhaustive detail Mansory gave to the exterior. But then again, you can’t go wrong with the soft leather on the seats and the dashboard. Non-slip aluminum pedals and genuine carbon-fiber components were also used, specifically on the doors, the fittings and the center console. But the most distinctive part of the interior upgrade is the relocation of the starter button, which Mansory decided to put on the roof lining instead of its usual spot on the center console.
Under the hood of this Aventador lies a modified version of the Lamborghini’s 6.5-liter, V-12 engine. We say modified because Mansory slapped a pair of turbochargers on it and replaced a bevy of parts, including the pistons, connecting rods, rod bearings, crankshaft, crank and cylinder heads. All those changes resulted in the Aventador developing a mind-bending 1,600 horsepower and 885 pound-feet of torque — an increase of 900 horsepower and 210 pound-feet of torque — allowing the car to hit 62 mph in just 2.1 seconds to go with a top speed of 230 mph.
[Via: Top Speed]
