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Nov 27, 20181 min read

Ferrari 488 GTB, Hyper Forged Wheels


The Ferrari 488 is one of the world’s most beautiful cars, Ferrari never seem to fail they produce the most aesthetically pleasing looking cars, new models always better than the one they are to replace, look at the model line up, 348, 355, 360 Modena, F430, 458, all stunning examples, with each one better than the one it replaced, in every detail, so you would think with something so beautiful it would be difficult to make any improvements on the look of a factory Ferrari, well you would be wrong.

A couple of areas you can make improvements is the stance and the wheels, like they say wheels maketh the car and its true even with the mighty looking Ferrari models. with this particular example has being re-shoed with our Hyper Forged LC5 which has enhanced its beauty to another level.

The finish chosen was Brushed Anodised Black, with anodised Matte Black outer inner and outer barrels, with titanium hardware, in sizes 9.5x21 and 12.5x22 wrapped in 255/30R21 and 335/25R22 Pirelli Tyres front and rear respectively.

For more details on this wheel upgrade or our carbon fibre aero styling package, or Inconel bespoke exhaust system for the Ferrari 488 get in touch. info@vaddesign.com or give us a call +44 (0) 121 769 0169 and let us transform the look of your pride and joy

Ferrari 488 GTB Fitted with Hyper Forged LC5 Matte Black

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Nov 12, 20183 min read

Global Time Attack Buttonwillow Raceway


The 8th & 9th of November will be a couple of days we remember quite fondly, as two builds that we have collaborated on took to the track in anger and we are pleased to say they did pretty well.

We have discussed David Haagsma on a few our our blog posts over the past few months as we have been watching his GTR come to life, Scott over at Sicchops being the man responsible for updating the look for the 2018 season fitting our aero kit and totally transforming the look, and with David's finishing touches we couldn't wait for him to hit the track and he didn't disappoint.

Considering its a new look its also a new set up, same amazing engine spec built by the GTR gurus SP Engineering, but a new JRZ suspension set up, along with new RPS Carbon brakes, and other bits of carbon aero to enhance the wider look David came 4th overall in the Super Battle class, and considering there is over 80 cars, thats pretty impressive, we are really looking forward to seeing the car back out in February 2019 next year when it competes at Circuit of the Americans ( COTA)

David Haagsma Nissan GTR GT3, 4th overall at Buttonwillow Raceway

Another one of collaborations to hit the track which we must admit came as a bit of a surprise, albeit a nice one, the Sleepers Speed Shop Porsche 997 GT3R belonging to Chad Kobayashi, being driving at Buttonwillow by Tommy Contino, who managed a very respectable 7th in class.

We supplied the aero kit for this particular build back in January 2017, and its one we are quite fond of, the fact that we got to work with Len Higa the owner of Sleeper Speed Shop in California was a big pull for us as the company just ooze quality, and the fact that Len is so highly respected, so its always going to be a very special Porsche to us, the fact that Chad has just the very best in the way of parts on this 997 Turbo-R its the pinnacle.

Porsche 997 GT3 R Bi-Turbo Sleepers Speed Shop

Sleepers Speed Shop Porsche 997 GT3R Bi-Turbo, Buttonwillow Raceway November 2018

Rear Shot of the R aero clad Porsche 997 Turbo, Sleepers Speed Shop

Front of the R aero clad Porsche 997 Turbo, Sleepers Speed Shop

We offer these aero kits for both the Nissan GTR and the Porsche 997 Chassis in various engine configurations, the 997R styling kit is only available in light weight carbon fibre, where as the Nissan GTR aero kit we manufacture in carbon fibre and also GRP, although our GRP is a woven cloth over the old school matt strand, so still a light weight and super strong product without the premium price of carbon.

Our parts for these conversions are extensive, we have our own JRZ or Bilstein suspension that is built to our own specification, big brake upgrades for the serious HP hunters as well as custom exhausts, which includes full bespoke inconel systems, wheels are another product we offer with forged aluminium, forged magnesium, with a magnesium and carbon fibre hybrid wheel also available for the customers looking for the pinnacle super light weight wheel product.

Get in touch with us if you like the look of any of these conversions for road or track use, we can supply all the parts to build as well get these cars put together, we work with a highly skilled teams that love nothing more than building these stunning creations.

For the UK market we have the Speedwells 997 Turbo-R thats under going some serious modification to not only the colour change but the power output too, so thats one to watch out for early next next, and we are also looking to get our own BMW Z4 GT3 V8 back on track, watch this space.

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Oct 13, 20182 min read

RADi8 Cast and Forged Wheels


RADi8, a wheel brand that caught our eye a while back, it’s a range that we have admired and after seeing the full line up it was a no brainer to add to our website line up.

What caught our eye was the extremely unique designs across the board, not one design is a copy of any other wheel brand on the market, that for us speaks volumes for the designers of the brand, each design is distinctive and looks aesthetically pleasing to the eye, all the right sizes and every design is available is the staggered widths in all of the sizes which is important in today’s after market, as most applications require a staggered wheels and tyre set up.

There is a wheel design for most tastes, applications and budgets, the 1 piece cast range is not only beautiful to look at, but affordable, with staggered fitments across the board, lots of finishes along with all the sizes from 18” up to 20”.

New to the RADi8 line up is the all new range of forged wheels, they are the same designs but the added bonus of custom applications, widths and finishes, so all of these radical designs can be made with huge outer rims, with step or reverse outer rim, and just thinking about some of these designs with a custom configuration is mouth-watering prospect.

So whatever your enquiry is, whether it be cast or forged, get in touch with our sales team for further details, to view the ranges in their full capacity hit the link and head to the RADi8 collection.

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