Photos: Brabus Tesla Roadster packs warp drive

By Rory Reid on 14 November 2008, 12:41pm

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German tuning specialist Brabus -- producer of souped-up versions of cars from Mercedes, Smart et al -- has announced it will build an enhanced version of the Tesla Roadster electric sports car. As if the standard Tesla wasn't enhanced enough.

Our favourite mod is the new 'space sound generator', which lets passengers select from a variety of simulated engine sounds that increase in volume the faster you drive. Options include a V8 engine, an F1-style racing car or -- best of all -- futuristic 'beam' and 'warp' sounds.

Other changes are merely cosmetic. The Brabus Tesla Roadster has a new matte-white paint job, which is a smart change from the standard glossy finish. The front grille now houses a set of LED running lamps like you get on an Audi R8, and there's a set of under-body neon lights, like you get on an Essex boy-racer's Ford Escort XR3i. There's a new rear spoiler and rear diffuser combo too. The wheels have also been updated -- Brabus has installed 18 inchers at the front and 19s at the rear, an inch larger than the standard car's at both ends.

The Brabus Tesla Roadster makes its debut at the Essen Motor Show in Germany in late November. We'll update this story with pricing and availability info when we have it. Have a look at the pictures and mop up the drool when you're done.