2008 Arden Range Rover AR7

(from Arden Press Release) Elegance, discreet sportiness and understatement have always been the characteristics of British cars. The car enhancement specialist and registered automobile manufacturer from Krefeld was unable to resist the attraction of these vehicles over 30 years ago. It has for many years been a refuge for customers wanting it to individualise their Jaguar or Range Rover and emphasize its typical characteristics.

Ardens latest development is the AR7. It is based on the Range Rover LM, which Arden completely converts and provides with more overtaking prestige. The base vehicle which is impressive due to its sheer size becomes captivating with its extraordinary sporty look. Meanwhile enhanced performance of the Range Rover compressor motor contributes to the sporty driving performance.

Superior performance
Arden obtains not less than 480 HP from the from the supercharged V8, its cubic capacity having been raised to 4.5 litres. Together with the torque which has been increased to an ample 680 Nm, this provides the not exactly light Range Rover with an appealing driving performance. The sheer power catapults the British SUV from nought to one hundred km/h in 6.5 seconds. Outstanding engine power goes without saying. Even if speeds beyond 200 km/h do not happen often due to the flow of traffic, the Arden AR7s 480 HP make over 240 km/h possible.

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Tuner Special Arden AJ20 Coupe

KREFELD, Germany — Arden cut its teeth on British luxury hardware. The Jaguar XK coupe is its latest project, transformed into the red-hot AJ20.

Arden starts under the hood, where the Jaguar's supercharged 4.2-liter V8 gets a new crankshaft, pistons and con rods and displacement is hiked to 4.5 liters. Arden also recalibrates the engine control module and modifies the intake and exhaust systems, fitting sport catalytic converters and four chrome-plated exhaust pipes.

The result is a significant jump in output, to 480 horsepower and 472 pound-feet of torque. Arden says top speed is now 190 mph, and 0-60-mph acceleration takes less than 4.1 seconds.

Suspension modifications include sport shocks and larger 21-inch wheels with 255/35R21 performance tires in front and 295/30R21s in the rear.

The Arden aero body kit includes a front spoiler with large air intakes, side sills with air inlets, a rear apron with cooling slots, and a rear spoiler. Interior upgrades include a choice of high-grade wood and carbon fiber as well as leather and Alcantara upholstery and trim.

What this means to you: This is one fast cat. — Paul Lienert, Correspondent

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2008 Arden Jaguar XKR AJ 20 Coupe

(from Arden Press Release) Big cat with more muscles: Supercharged Arden XKR AJ 20 Coupe with 480 bhp

* Displacement increase to 4.5 l, compressor
* 480 hp / 640 Nm / top speed 305 km/h
* Arden aerodynamic with improved Cd value
* Sports silencer system; sports suspension
* 21" wheels in Arden "Sportline" design
* Stylish interior components

Arden has dedicated itself for over 30 years to the tuning of British cars and is one of the leading addresses for customers looking to emphasise the typical features and customise their Jaguars and Range Rovers. Arden has already devised an extensive range of modifications for the latest XKR model from Jaguar. As the Arden XKR AJ 20 Coupe, this big cat stands out with a displacement-increased engine and offers pure, unadulterated Jaguar enjoyment plus that distinguishing Arden touch.

Compressor power
In neutral, the Arden AJ 20 purrs as softly as a kitten. But watch out when it stretches out its claws! The Arden AJ 20 Coupe expresses its additional power in the form of a deep growl, produced by a sports silencer system with the four chrome-plated tailpipes. Upon request, the system can be extended at any time up to a performance-enhancing complete system that includes catalytic converters.

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