Supercharged to 500 bhp

Power output of the 4.2-liter V8 boosted to 500 bhp by means of a supercharger conversion
Complete aerodynamics kit
4-tube stainless steel damper system
Electronic body-lowering module, bringing it approx. 35 mm closer to the ground
10 x 21 wheels with 285/30 ZR 21 tires
A year ago JE DESIGN from Leingarten, specializing in sophisticated Audi tuning solutions for many years now, was the first tuning firm to present a complete upgrade program for the premium class A8 sedan, in what was then the new single-frame grille version. But JE DESIGN is not resting on its laurels. Now it is launching yet another, further improved version of its A8. And this time it's totally awesome in the engine department. A supercharger conversion based on the 4.2-liter V8, for which the first customer is a Sheikh from the United Arab Emirates, and for whom the emblem-free radiator grille was also created to individual specifications (see photographs).

Two tons of unladen weight are not that easy to gloss over. With that much weight, every scrap of power and every Newton meter of torque counts. The basic specifications of the 4.2-litre Audi A8 do indeed make quite an impressive read. After all, 246 kW / 334 bhp, 430 Nm at 3500 rpm, a top speed of 155 mph and 6.3 seconds for the sprint from 0 – 62 mph are not exactly chicken feed. But JE DESIGN turns the A8 into real high-flyer, with no less than 500 supercharged horses (368 kW) rearing and bucking under the hood. 600 Nm of torque, available at 3,850 rpm, propel this heavyweight from a standstill to 62 mph in just 5.2 seconds. And it does not stop till it reaches an impressive 188 mph. The supercharger conversion includes a water-cooled intercooler, an exhaust system from the manifold, special forged pistons and modified engine management. JE DESIGN also takes care to ensure that the A8 still complies with the emissions regulations. The conversion also includes TÜV certification.

The extra power simply cries out for an appropriate visual transformation. At the front JE DESIGN fits a "W12-style" front panel (matt black). The also available front spoiler from JE DESIGN has enlarged air intakes, plus additional lateral ventilation channels. The aerodynamic section delivers an impressive front end as well as more downforce, for improved driving stability. The pair of side sills with air intakes improve airflow into the wheel arches and lower the A8 visually. The rear-end view is enhanced by a rear spoiler on the trunk lid, exerting more downforce on the rear axle, and a rear skirt extension with diffuser. Twin headlight units (a set for left and right), including fog light and headlight, make the front view even more striking.

A four-pipe rear silencer equipped with 101 mm-diameter chrome tailpipes bears witness to the mega-power under the hood. That means that you should be able to make yourself heard in any case.

JE DESIGN fits big boots to the A8. A set of 10 x 21 wheels – the two-piece rims are gray-painted on the inside – complete with 285/30 ZR 21 tires front and rear have to transmit the tremendous power onto the road. And the final touch is provided by an electronic lowering module, lowering the car by approx. 35 mm.

All JE DESIGN components are suitable for all the A8 engine options, as well as for the short and long-wheelbase versions, and come of course with a TÜV certificate.

source : worldcarfans

 

omg, looks amazing

although from the side view the wheels look tiny on the huge A8.

 

the engine performance is very nice and impressive

though the way the car looks isn't my cup of tea

 

This is way too overdone. It's a luxury sedan and they made it into a gigantic horsepower machine.
Engine upgrades are cool but they should've made the body more subtle

 

Interesting looking kit, though I would have loved to see it on either black or silver instead of white. The double fog light deal does not go well with the front or the rest of the car, but I like the "ring-less" custom grille. Other than that, it's a classy looking flagship that deserves some credit

 

there aew a couple of those JE design A8's around here, non of them are superchargerd but they have the body kits on them, they do look realy good in real life and not over the top, especialy on a black car

 

Well I kinda like the grill, but the front spoiler has to much giong on and the rear looks tacked on. I dont understand why aftermarket companies love to put over the top bodykits on classy big cars.

 

I totally agree.

 

I'd rock it

 

I'll take this A8 over BMW 750i.

 

I just broke up with my g/f because I found a new love

 

What a beast! I'll take an Alpina B7 anytime! Both were 500Hp heavyweight luxury cruisers and supercharger V8 on the hoods. 0-60: est 5.2. Still weak point!

 

Sorry! I retype a post!

 

Overall I like it, the only thing I dont like is the front lip. I love the stance though

 

Sure have a race car under the hood thats awesome but keep the classy luxury car looks. I hate when these performance companies take that element away from flagships. Wheels and a drop is all that is required not all that other crap.