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Tuner Special: Porsche 911 Gemballa Avalanche GTR 800

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    Gemballa Avalanche GTR 800 more than earns its name with an 850-hp twin-turbocharged engine. | September 15, 2009

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Tuner Special: Porsche 911 Gemballa Avalanche GTR 800

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    LEONBERG, Germany — Gemballa introduces the Avalanche GTR 800 EVO-R, a conversion based on the Porsche 911. Its enlarged 3.8-liter engine churns out an astonishing 850 horsepower and lays down 690 pound-feet of torque.

    The engine is souped up with a machined crank, new connecting rods and GT3-R heads — creating numbers that compete with Porsche's Carrera GT supercar. Huge twin Garrett T035 turbos replace the stock blowers.

    Nineteen-inch three-piece alloy wheels are fitted with Yokohama AVS Sport tires to create a menacing look while providing additional grip. Adjustable H&R coil-overs pair with three-position stabilizer bars to offer additional rigidity, helpful considering the estimated top speed of more than 185 mph.

    A vented hood and a large, open lower fascia help with airflow, while the giant dual-wing rear spoiler is said to provide a significant amount of downforce. A new lower lip, revised rear bumper and widened body produce a more intimidating look than your standard Turbo.

    What this means to you: As sick as the factory 911 GT2 sounds with its 530 hp, the Gemballa-tuned GTR 800 makes it seem tame in comparison. — Mike Lysaght, Correspondent

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