Spy Photos

SEMA News - June 2010

The images and information provided in “Spy Photos” are supplied by the spy shooters at Brenda Priddy & Co. Spy photos are included each week in SEMA eNews, the association’s electronic newsletter. To receive your copy of SEMA eNews, e-mail enews@sema.org.



Chevrolet Malibu When It Hits: Production for the new Malibu could start as early as next summer, according to Priddy. What Priddy Says: Caught off guard by this undisguised Malibu prototype, Priddy says the 2012 version will ride on the Epsilon II chassis and carry a roomier interior.



Hyundai Veloster When It Hits: The Veloster should make its official debut sometime in the first half of 2011. What Priddy Says: Hyundai America President and CEO John Krafcik has described the Veloster as a four-passenger Honda CRX. With her latest sighting, Priddy grabs a better look at the grille, lower fascia, headlights, fog lights and center-mounted exhaust outlets that appear cribbed from the Cadillac CTS Coupe.



Mercedes CLS 63 AMG When It Hits: Sales of the CLS 63 AMG should begin in 2011. What Priddy Says: When this nearly camo-free Mercedes CLS 63 AMG hits full production, Priddy expects a new 525hp 6.3L V8 underhood, with Mercedes’ Speedshift MCT seven-speed gearbox driving the rear wheels.


Porsche 911 GT2 When It Hits: Priddy says to watch for an official GT2 debut towards the end of this year. What Priddy Says: As one of the last Porsches to experience a mid-cycle nip tuck, the GT2 will receive minor changes up front, with a new lip spoiler and front bumper changes. Significant changes in the rear include new LED taillights, a redesigned rear bumper with new venting around the exhaust and a new air diffuser.