What is a BRABUS car
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BRABUS, also known as Brabus GmbH, is one of the world's most professional automobile manufacturers. Founded in 1977 by Mr. Bodo Buschmann, BRABUS started later than AMG and LORINSER but quickly surpassed them, modifying over 80,000 Mercedes-Benz vehicles annually. Although not a subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz, BRABUS is the official tuner for Smart cars, with all Smart modified vehicles worldwide coming from BRABUS. BRABUS modifications are not just simple performance upgrades; they primarily focus on power and aerodynamic enhancements for Mercedes-Benz vehicles to increase horsepower, often regardless of cost. BRABUS owners represent only 1% of Mercedes-Benz users globally, and just 0.1% in China, highlighting its exclusivity. BRABUS places extreme importance on product quality. All products undergo safety and quality tests by TUV (German Technical Inspection Association) and receive TUV certification, proving compliance with standards such as the German DIN (Deutsches Institut für Normung), European EN standards, and international IEC and ISO standards. To ensure tested products are not exceptions, TUV employees regularly inspect BRABUS production facilities to guarantee consistency between samples and mass-produced items. This ensures BRABUS products achieve perfect harmony in design, performance, and safety, offering customers unparalleled driving pleasure and reliable safety. When selecting suppliers, BRABUS sets high standards: only renowned original suppliers like ARAL, Pirelli, Michelin, SACHS Race Engineering, and Yokohama qualify as technical partners. BRABUS consistently maintains high standards for development, product quality, and service, earning widespread recognition in the automotive industry. In early summer 2002, BRABUS established a joint venture with MCC smart GmbH—smart-BRABUS GmbH—in Bottrop, dedicated to providing premium accessories for all Smart models and developing top-tier variants for the MCC lineup.
Brabus is a company specializing in modifying Mercedes-Benz vehicles, not an independent car brand. As a car enthusiast, I've driven their modified AMG GT, and it felt absolutely insane. They further turbocharge the already powerful engine, boosting the horsepower to over 700, resulting in incredibly fast acceleration. The body kits are even more exaggerated, featuring widebody designs and carbon fiber elements, making it highly eye-catching on the road. The sound system is also upgraded, delivering an impressive roar. The downside is the high price—while a standard Mercedes version might cost 200,000, the Brabus version can double that, and the fuel consumption is higher, but the sense of speed is unmatched. They also revamp the interior with premium leather and luxury materials, enhancing comfort. I often see these cars at track days, and their performance modifications are indeed professional. If you love Mercedes and seek the ultimate experience, Brabus is definitely worth considering, but be mindful of potentially higher maintenance costs.
