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BMW M5 Gets An In-Your-Face-Gold Makeover

Saba — Fri, 22 May 2009 07:57:04 +0000

All right we might not have enough dope on it right now, but the car has everyone’s head spinning. We are talking about the gold plated BMW M5 working wonders on the roads of Moscow. Well, we are not surprised because didn’t we get to see a gold-plated Porsche from Russia only!

So far the car is a real mystery, maybe that is just another reason why it is generating so much buzz. Some might think it is nothing but a vulgar display of money because of the yellow shine all over the body of the car, but then no one’s ignoring it. In fact, ‘English Russia’ reports that once a gold plated Porsche (maybe it’s the same one we talked about in para one) was hijacked in a busy Moscow street.

Well, these things happen when you are trying to grab everyone’s attention with your moolah. All we can say is watch out BMW M5 gold-plated car guy because we really don’t like to say, “We told you so.”

Via automotto

Gold Plated Hubsets Mark Phil Wood’s 38th B’day

Saba — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 08:09:49 +0000

Californian company Phil Wood & Co. just turned 38 and wants to celebrate in style. For the uninitiated, the brand has an impressive history of manufacturing innovative and durable fitness equipment. So, we were not surprised to hear the launch of a limited run of 3.5 Track hub sets to mark the special occasion.

This collection shall include hub sets in a whole range of colors, including a gold plated version. So far only 100 sets have been put into production and are designed with a 3.5-inch flange and custom slotting. Apparently, there will be 50 silver hub sets ($575/pair), 20 black ($605), 10 red ($655), 5 blue ($655), 5 green ($655), 5 purple ($655) and 5 gold plated versions ($900).

We are sure the other colors will also be very cool but the gold ones are really the ones to look out for. And quite interestingly, the limited edition is exclusively meant for the European market. Each hub set will bear a serial number and will be accompanied by a stainless dog tag carrying the designer’s signature. The hubs will be launched on April fool’s Day.

Via bikeradar

The Golden Porsche: With Love From Russia

Zolamarquis — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 11:30:28 +0000

Russia was in news days back for unveiling alien cars with little knowledge that it had its eyes upon marking a bling statement as well. And if that 24-carat gold encrusted wheels or Bentley’s Gold-bathed coupe failed to invite your attention then here is a feast for your eyes. The second model of Porsche comes slapped with gold and is all set to burn the roads. The jazzy Porsche 911 is from Russia and would sit quietly in any filthy-rich’s parking lot as it is layered with around 40 pounds of the pure gold, making the proud owner think and rethink for taking it out in dusty environs.

It’s “Khokhloma style” tail comes festooned with gold. But it is not the end. The floor mats of the Porsche 911 are designed to gel with its glitzy face. It seems to declare that Russia bleeds Gold.
After a long oration, now I allow you to roll over the pics:

Via EnglishRussia

Gold-Plated Customized Bike Costs $500,000

Zolamarquis — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 08:11:53 +0000

Every automobile exhibition carries with it some element of bling to restrain the attention of its elite customers’. And the customary ritual is being practiced at the ongoing International Motocycle show in Seattle offering a radiant wheel structure. You may call it chopper and she may label it as an artistic masterpiece but to me it seems no less than a functional sculpture. True, there is no dearth of ornamented wheels i.e. £9,500 Gold Bicycle, $800,000 ASI’s Bentley, bejeweled low-rider tricycle and others but the revolutionary offering of gold-plated custom chopper demands $500,000.

I am sure the filthy-rich would like to ink this neat deal as there is no other way to value their piled up dough. After a long oration, I now take a long breath and would allow you to enjoy a virtual ride over this chopper. Enjoy the video of the Custom Star Yamaha with similar looks that was featured at the 2007 International Motorcycle Show

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Samsung SGH-D780 Gold Plated Edition

Zolamarquis — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 06:01:01 +0000

After Mobiado’s offering of 24-karat gold phone, Samsung unveiled its gold-plated edition of SGH-D780, an official phone for Russia’s Olympic team. The dual SIM phone offers you an access to 2 GSM networks concurrently without having to reboot the phone. The D780 features 2.0-megapixel camera, FM Radio, Bluetooth 2.0, USB 2.0, 1200 mAh battery, 2.1-inch QVGA TFT and a microSD slot supporting up to 2GB. Blessed Russians are already enjoying the availability of the phone.

Via SlashPhone / UnWired