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Marc Philipp Gemballa Launches Marsien: A New Era Of Supercar Excellence
Marc Philipp Gemballa has introduced a new supercar segment with the MARSIEN, offering an exceptional driving experience both on- and off-road. The limited-edition MARSIEN, produced by Marc Philipp Gemballa GmbH (unrelated to Gemballa GmbH), is in full production. Only 40 units are available, and they are being delivered to clients in over sixteen countries worldwide.
The MARSIEN is designed for all terrains, making it suitable for everyday use. French Porsche enthusiast Alan Derosier crafted its futuristic look. This vehicle embodies the entrepreneur's vision of creating timeless masterpieces that tell a story, far beyond traditional tuning businesses.
The MARSIEN features a bespoke double wishbone suspension setup developed by engineers experienced in rally and GT series. This system includes over 30 components milled from solid aluminium and uses KW Automotive's solid piston damper technology. It also has an adjustable ride height system for varied terrains.
An automatic tyre pressure system is integrated into the frunk, allowing drivers to adjust tyre pressure on the go. This enhances off-road performance by inflating or deflating tyres as needed for different terrains.
The MARSIEN underwent rigorous testing in diverse environments, including the Arabian desert, Nürburgring Nordschleife, and glaciers in Austria. Engineers who have prepared vehicles for the 24 Hours of Le Mans were involved in developing its 422 unique components.
Marc Philipp Gemballa and his team tested the car in Scandinavia at -20 degrees Celsius and drove up glaciers in Sölden, Austria. They also covered 3,000 km on the Nordschleife as part of industry pool drives for homologation.
Exceptional Exterior Design
The MARSIEN boasts a full carbon fibre exterior made up of more than 85 individual components. These include air channels, wing mirrors, wheel arch liners, and a rear panel extending from the A-pillar to the rear wing. This design reduces weight by 50 kilograms compared to the standard Porsche 992 Turbo S base vehicle.
Owners can customise contrast elements like the lower front splitter, side skirts, wing mirrors, air channels, exhaust frame, and rear diffuser in exposed carbon fibre through a special options program. Options include gloss or matte finishes and tinted carbon fibre.
Customised Interior Features
The interior of the MARSIEN includes several specially designed elements such as an aluminium gear stick inspired by the legendary CGT for a sportier driving experience. Clients can opt for a gear knob in carbon or mahogany instead of leather or Alcantara.
A club sport roll bar can be added behind the seats and customised with paint or finishes like leather or exposed carbon fibre. The launch vehicle's interior features navy blue Alcantara with ice blue accents matching its Glacier Blue exterior paint.
Powerful Engine Upgrades
The engine upgrade powered by RUF allows the six-cylinder boxer engine to deliver over 750 horsepower and 930 Newton meters of torque. For those seeking more power, a second stage upgrade boosts horsepower to 830 with enhanced VTG turbochargers and revised ECU mapping.
BMC developed special engine air filters specifically for dusty desert conditions to protect the engine while maintaining optimal airflow. Akrapovič created a new titanium exhaust system exclusively for MARSIEN, focusing on sound quality and increased power output.
Unique Customisation Options
Each MARSIEN is unique, tailored to each client's specifications through an extensive special options program. Clients can choose custom exterior colours matched to personal preferences or even have badges finished in 24k gold.
The bespoke interiors offer a selection of premium materials and fully exposed carbon fibre exteriors that can be tinted. Every detail is meticulously crafted to ensure each MARSIEN is truly one-of-a-kind.
Exclusive Launch Events
The series production vehicle debuted at Lake Como during the Fuori Concorso event from May 24-26 for its European launch. The French Riviera around Cap Ferrat and Monaco served as locations for photoshoots captured by Oskar Bakke.
"This place is special to me since I spent a lot of time here during my childhood," Marc Philipp Gemballa recalls about visiting Monaco annually with his father for Grand Prix events and automobile shows presenting his latest creations.
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