Each unit is entirely hand-fabricated by Forge’s time-served craftsmen here in the UK, and uses motorsport-quality materials and fabrication methods to create a unit which is both hugely effective and aesthetically pleasing at the same time.

The Forge actuator is precision CNC machined from a solid aluminium billet and features an adjustable rod and custom fabricated bracket to allow it to be bolted into the factory position as a direct replacement for the original part. With a range of internal springs available, it is the perfect way to allow higher boost levels to be run after other modifications such as ECU remapping have been carried out.

Priced at just £132.30 + VAT, the Forge actuator looks as well as it performs. An essential upgrade for any high-velocity VXR!
For more information or to buy this part online, please click to www.forgemotorsport.co.uk

Thanks to all these tweaks, the engine produces 360 PS (265 kW / 355 hp) and 480 Nm (354 lb-ft) of torque – an increase of 180 PS (132 kW / 178 hp) and 250 Nm (184 lb-ft).

To help keep things in check, the car has also been equipped with a sport clutch (€1,100), a Quaife locking differential (€900) and a high-performance braking system with 356mm discs being clamped by eight-piston calipers (€2,000).

Last but not least, the Astra rides on 20-inch Schmidt Revolution wheels with Pirelli P.Zero tires (€3,200).

The car responds extremely well to breathing modifications, with a panel filter and exhaust upgrade often being the first improvements that owners make. The Pipercross filter is designed to be an exact replacement for the rather asthmatic factory paper filter and uses multiple foam layers to allow up to 30% more air flow through to the engine, improving power, torque and drivability over the stock set-up. Best of all, it’s made here in good old Blighty!

As well as increased flow rate, thanks to its unique (and patented) multi-laminated open cell polyurethane foam construction, the Pipercross upgrade can actually filter down to a much finer rate than the OEM part, preventing any foreign particles from entering the induction tract, meaning even greater protection for the Astra’s engine. This same construction means that the filter can also go longer between service intervals than even leading cotton-gauze filters, before needing to be cleaned.

Best of all, despite these impressive abilities, the Pipercross filter comes with a lifetime warranty and can be easily cleaned again and again for re-use, providing decades of faithful service and paying for themselves many times over.

The price is a very reasonable £34.85. Bearing in mind that it’s the only one you’ll ever need – what are you waiting for?

For more details on the 3,000 vehicles covered by the Pipercross range, please visit www.pipercross.com

Regardless of how full the compact van is to be loaded: with the Eibach Pro-Kit Performance Springs there is always enough room for a generous amount of driving enjoyment. Guided by their balanced suspension, the Meriva negotiates through each corner safely and with sporty feedback. The appearance also profits from the reduction of the vehicle‘s centre of gravity. The outline of the car seems lower and more dynamic.

The car looks even more impressive with the Eibach Pro-Spacer Wheel Spacer. They come in different sizes and give the bodywork of the Meriva even greater performance.

All Eibach suspension components, which are available through authorised dealers, are provided with a high-quality corrosion protection and are TÜV-certified.

The Steinmetz lowering has been matched to the FlexRide System and the Watt linkage fitted to the rear axle. The Steinmetz lowering by 30 mm has been specially developed for city traffic, but is also ideal for a quick blast around the North Loop of the Nürburgring.
The new Steinmetz aerodynamic components provide that external wow factor. With the front spoiler and totally black front grille by Steinmetz, the front end appears even more dominant. For the rear, a roof spoiler has been designed to pick up the flowing styling lines. Available as an option for the sides, there are designer strips in silver and anthracite and door handle plates in polished stainless steel.

The second world premiere at the Tuning World Bodensee is the launch of the ST10 alloy wheel in size 8.5J x 19″ ET39 in Bicolor. The classic Steinmetz Design with two dishes between the partially open five spokes perfectly fills the wheelarches of the Astra J by Steinmetz and gives a fine view of the standard brakes. Clear lines, a inwardly dished wheel centre with semi-circular Steinmetz logo above the three-dimensional centre cap are additional eyecatchers of the ST 10 by Steinmetz.

In the same size as the ST10, the ST7 from the existing range can also be fitted. Both alloy wheels run on tyres size 235/35/R19 without any adaptation to the wheelarches on the Astra J by Steinmetz.

Steinmetz Opel-Tuning recommends tyres by Continental and Michelin.
The right gear always in view. For the interior, finished to a high standard by Opel, Steinmetz has developed a gear display which shows the driver – in his colour of choice – the gear currently selected. Foot mats with a stainless steel logo, and sill trims of polished stainless steel, complete the Steinmetz product range for the Astra J.

Engine

2.0 16 V Ecotec Turbo engine developing 225 HP (165 kW) and 365 Nm performance match such as clutch, gearbox and drive shafts corresponding cooling system special steel exhaust system

Suspension

height adjustable racing suspension wheel and tyre combination 17″ at the front with tyres 215/45 and 18″ rear with 255/35

Aerodynamics

new front end which includes the characteristic Steinmetz front grille, plus flippers to improve downforce and brake cooling vents larger air inlets air scoop Air outlets on the wheelarches rear wing rear skirt with integral diffusor

Interior

complete interior trim in black leather aluminium interior components

Performance Facts

Max. Torque: 165 kW/225 PS
365 Nm

Driving Performance/Car Weight
0 – 100 km/h: 5,1 sek.

Max. speed: 245 km/h

Weight : 870 kg

Output-to-weight ratio:4,3 kg/PS

Nardo – an oval over 12 km, on which speeds far above 250 km/h can be – and are – achieved!

For Steinmetz Opel-Tuning and Klasen Motors, the ideal place for breaking the existing speed world record for a road-legal Opel… and for setting a new record of 287.4 km/h.

This puts the Insignia Sports Tourer OPC by Steinmetz / Klasen right at the top of the Opel best ever list. For everyone who wants to share in the flair, the following parts are available for the Opel Insignia:

The current Steinmetz product range for both vehicles includes:

* Alloy wheels ST7 20″, in white & polished black 5-door, Sports Tourer and OPC
* Lowering 5-door, Sports Tourer and OPC
* Front grille 5-door and Sports TourerFront spoiler, pedestrian-friendly 5-door and Sports Tourer
* Roof spoiler Sports Tourer only
* Foot mats 5-door and Sports TourerDoor
* handle trims, chromed stainless steel 5-door and Sports Tourer

The latest Klasen Motors product range for the performance upgrade:

A modified intercooler, larger turbo with 3″ exhaust system including rear silencer, modified fuel injection system and reprogrammed engine electronics are the components responsible for the incredible performance upgrade.Developing 400 HP at 5250 rpm and 550 Nm, there is plenty of power available in every situation to satisfy even the keenest and most enthusiastic driver.