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http://www.carbodydesign.com/news/2005-07-...-fiat-stilo.php After the Fiat and GM divorce, the Italian industry is planning to create a network of subsidiaries and sub-contractors. In this perspective, the new Fiat Stilo, which will be presented by the end of 2005 and will go on sale within 2006, should be produced in partnership with the Austrian contractor Magna Steyr, that will engineer the design of some parts. This is the first time the automaker has hired a non-Italian contractor to develop a new model. This choice was taken to reduce the development times, as Sergio Marchionne (Fiat) said. In the meantime the current prototype did not convince Fiat vertices, so a new design is likely to be introduced for official presentation. This prototype of the 2007 Fiat Stilo, designed by Centro Stile Fiat under the direction of Flavio Manzoni, did not convince Fiat managers and could be modified (Source: autoblog.nl) Topless panda , FIAT500 etc....are here : http://www.mitoalfaromeo.com/gruppofiat/futuro.html

lol those europeans have so much money to convert their conti vehicles to track cars and its a 2.4 liter to 3 liter engine Stilo 3.0 V6 24V engine test.

A new limited edition version of the Fiat Stilo 2.4 20v goes on sale throughout Fiat Auto's UK dealer network this weekend (7/8 May). Timed to coincide with the Spanish Grand Prix, where Ferrari's Michael Schumacher will be pushing hard for his first Grand Prix victory of 2005, the new Prodrive-developed UK market bound Stilo Schumacher, which was exclusively revealed by Italiaspeed back in January, has been created as a tribute to Michael Schumacher's fifth consecutive Formula One World Championship Driver's title with Ferrari. The Stilo Schumacher becomes available here in strictly limited numbers - just 200 RHD units will be coming to the UK - and in any colour you like so long as it's Ferrari red! The Stilo Schumacher will be offered here in two different configurations - standard and GP: Standard This 170bhp five cylinder three-door hatchback boasts a new, specially commissioned bodykit; exclusive kick plates and pedals; a powerful hi-fi sound system with steering wheel audio controls, CD, MP3 player and subwoofer; ABS anti-lock braking, ESP and traction control; dual zone climate control, Schumacher logos, and a special plaque numbered appropriately from UK001 to UK200. Stilo Schumacher GP Impressive though this factory specification is, Fiat Auto UK was keen to go a step further, so as to offer customers something even more special. Thus, a unique UK-based chassis development programme was undertaken to bring the car to the level of best in class. Carried out in conjunction with Prodrive, the globally acclaimed, high profile UK specialist automotive engineering concern, this intensive programme has led to the production of an aftermarket handling package known as the Stilo GP kit. The Prodrive developed GP kit, which is a UK fitment, consists of front and rear road springs manufactured by Eibach, Bilstein front struts and rear dampers, 7 x 18" OZ Superturismo alloy wheels, low profile 215/40 ZR18 Continental Contisport Contact 2 tyres, and a stainless steel rear silencer with twin outlet pipes. The kit has been created to produce a more sporty car, both in terms of looks and driver involvement, and is designed to appeal to customers seeking exclusivity in the 'hot hatch' market. A more sporty look has been achieved through lowering the Stilo to give a slight nose- down stance compared to the standard car, (approximately 25mm lower at the front, and 17mm at the rear), with uniform wheelarch clearances front and rear. The twin outlet stainless steel rear silencer visually highlights the more sporting nature of the car, and the restrained yet sporty exhaust note amplifies the attractive sound characteristics of Fiat Auto's twin overhead camshaft five cylinder 20V engine. click here for Fiat Stilo Schumacher GP photo gallery click here for Fiat Stilo Schumacher GP photo gallery New suspension settings were developed through extensive testing, both at Prodrive's private test facilities near Warwick, and on specific sections of public road including motorways, 'A' roads and challenging 'B' roads. The aim of the engineering developments was to enhance the sporty potential of the standard car for the more enthusiastic driver, without compromising its comfortable ride. Key to enhancing this sporty nature is to offer good steering response with informative feedback, and to inhibit the comparatively large body motions of roll and pitch, so the car feels 'tight' and well connected to the driver. It is the judicious combination of springs, dampers and tyres in the GP kit that achieves this aim. Increased spring rates help to reduce roll and pitch angles, allowing the vehicle to be cornered 'flatter', and thus giving the driver more confidence. The reduction in ride height, particularly at the front, lowers the centre of gravity slightly and also lowers the front roll centre. This inclines the vehicle's roll axis further, which gives the dual benefits of reducing steady state understeer and improving steering response. The bespoke new dampers were especially designed for the GP kit by Bilstein, and were then fine-tuned by Prodrive, on both road and track, to provide an enhanced sporty character. Front struts and rear dampers are a gas filled mono-tube design, which offers increased body control and greater fade resistance. The damper tune significantly increases body control, in roll, yaw and pitch, but maintains a significant level of compliance, so bumps and ridges on the road are well absorbed. This is particularly noticeable during motorway driving, where the level of comfort is very similar to the standard car. The change to 18" OZ Superturismo wheels and low profile Continental Contactsport 2 tyres has dramatically increased the grip level and improved steering response and feedback. This is attributable to a reduced sidewall height that has less distortion under load and keeps the contact patch flatter on the road. The Continental tyre structure and compound maintain a significant amount of vertical compliance, allowing a comfortable ride, but with increased lateral stiffness benefits. Overall, the Stilo Schumacher GP provides customers with the option of creating a more sporty looking and handling car, while retaining the standard vehicle's comfortable ride and secure handling, making this exclusive Stilo a real competitor in a performance arena currently dominated by the Ford Focus ST170 and Vauxhall Astra SRi Turbo. Source http://www.italiaspeed.com/new_models/2005...er_uk/0505.html

who that RED Stilo Michael Schumacher that whizzed passed me at Adam Rd yesterday evening? i m the black punto if u saw me. the sound of your exos damn garang!! did u beat the old porche 944(??) dave

there is a UK variant of Fiat Stilo Schumacher........wonder TTS will bring it in or not ? Check out here: http://www.italiaspeed.com/new_models/2005...er_uk/0505.html

Here's a news on the new Fiat Stilo Concept car........ Check out here: http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/News/articleId=117196

http://www.xxxxxxx.com/articles/article.p...pageid=1&view=1 For those of you who want a GT, or was contemplating on buying one, or was at VW trying it out... This puts things into perspective as to how fast the GT really is compared to other "bigger cc" engines. Of course, don't expect it to win a Type R lah... :P Hope its alright guys..this was the best we could do with our limited resources...hehe

Another version of Fiat Stilo, which already launched here in SG. Check out at this Yahoo UK webby: http://uk.cars.yahoo.com/car-reviews/car-a...t-stilo-19.html

Spotted this nicely done up Fiat Stilo ... wunder if the owner from here

Cool commercials on Fiat Stilo........wonder why TTS dun do video commercials like the UK counterparts........ See it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KobTDKE3V4&NR and another commercial.......Stilo on the racing track with M. Schumacher face smiling. Enjoy!

I hv posted the new Fiat Stilo review sometimes back but forgotten the Micheal Schumacher version. It's taken from Yahoo UK website and here goes: http://uk.cars.yahoo.com/car-reviews/car-a...on-1004827.html

MODEL Fiat Stilo Schumacher ENGINE Engine: 2,446cc 20V in-line 5 Max Power: 170bhp @ 6,000rpm Max Torque: 221Nm @ 3,500rpm TRANSMISSION 5-speed manual TOP SPEED 215 kmh 0-100km/h 8.5s VS MODEL Golf GT 1.4 TSi ENGINE Engine: 1,390cc Litre Twin-Charger FSi engine Max Power: 170bhp @ 6,000rpm Max Torque: 245Nm @ 1,750rpm TRANSMISSION 6 speed manual or 6 speed DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox) TOP SPEED 219 km/h 0-100km/h 7.6secs Fuel Consumption 16km per litre Road tax of a 1.4 Litre, Power of a 2.4 litre, Fuel Consumption of a 1.4/1.6 Litre Great! Power/torque characteristic of 1.4 TSI 125 kW The smooth torque characteristic allows the driver to refrain from gear changes whilst still driving briskly. It goes without saying that the

Like the design ... but the brits rate it as one of the most unreliable.

trying to convince my bro to get one. the NKF ad was solid man! droooooooooool i wonder if faster than the normal Stilo Selespeed. dave

Another interesting performance Italian FIAT car, and tot would like review here. It's taken from http://www.carsfromitaly.com/fiat/index.html. Here goes: Enjoy..........

Hi friends, The much awaited Stilo Abarth and Punto HGT are in. In fact, just! For any of you who wish to view these babies over the weekend, pls give me a call at 93898320. I'll arrange a test drive for ya. First hand... the Stilo sounds really good. Interior is 1st class. Punto HGT... pocket rocket is back at affordable prices! Thanks! Rgds, Bran from TTS Eurocars