The Enzo Ferrari, sometimes referred to as the the Ferrari Enzo and also F60 is a 12-cylinder Ferrari supercar named after the company's founder, Enzo Ferrari. It was built in 2003 using Formula One technology, such as a carbon-fiber body, F1-style sequential shift transmission, and carbon-ceramic brake discs. Also used are technologies not allowed in F1 such as active aerodynamics. After a maximum downforce of 1709 pounds (775 kg) is reached at 186 mph (301 km/h) the rear spoiler is actuated by computer to maintain that downforce.

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The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 is the most powerful, most expensive, and fastest street-legal production car in the world, with a proven top speed of over 400 km/h (407 km/h or 253 mph). It reached full production in September 2005. The car is built by Volkswagen AG subsidiary Bugatti Automobiles SAS and is sold under the legendary Bugatti marque. It is named after racing driver Pierre Veyron, who won the 24 hours of Le Mans in 1939 while racing for the original Bugatti firm. The Veyron features a W16 engine—16 cylinders in 4 banks of 4 cylinders.

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The Porsche Carrera GT is a supercar, manufactured by Porsche of Germany. The Carrera GT is powered by an all-new 5.7 litre V10 engine producing 612 SAE horsepower (450 kW). Porsche claims it will accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62.5 mph) in 3.9 seconds and has a maximum speed of 330 km/h (206 mph), although road tests indicated that in actuality the car could accelerate from 0-60 in under 3.5 seconds and to 0-100 in 6.8 seconds and has a top speed of 335-340km/h (209-212.5mph).

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Dubai police have unveiled a modified $550,000 (£360,000) Lamborghini Aventador, capable of speeds up to 217mph and 0-60 in a staggering three seconds. In a city of boundless bling even the police are now in on the act with the 700-hp vehicle which is thought to be the world's most expensive patrol car.

The sports car, painted in green-and-white colors of the Dubai force, will not likely be roaring after law breakers. Instead, it will be mostly dispatched to tourist areas to show — in the words of deputy police director, Gen. Khamis Matter al-Muzaina — “how classy Dubai is.”Local media reports said the Italian-made Lamborghini Aventador is the crown jewel of a wider upgrade in Dubai police wheels.

The force also is adding some American muscle car Camaros. Dubai is seeking to show how it has rebounded from its debt crisis with brash plans that include the world's largest Ferris wheel and a satellite city named after the city-state's ruler. Lamborghini launched the car this year to celebrate its 50th anniversary and has already sold out of the marque, with several of the vehicles being sold to Britain according to reports.

Should Dubai thieves be intent on being quicker off the mark than their police pursuers an investment in an Ariel Atom V8 or a Bugatti Veyron Super Sport would be necessary, both vehicles are capable of 0-60 speeds of 2.5 seconds or lower.

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Today, many of the world's most expensive cars are available in the Indian automotive market. Interestingly, India is the only country that sells both the most expensive car (Bugatti Veyron) and the least expensive car (Tata Nano) in the world. This clearly shows that the super rich club of the country is capable of purchasing the same cars today as the rest of the world.

Companies most synonymous with high end luxury in India are Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Audi. The first car in the club of vehicles above Rs. 75 lakh is the Audi A8. It is powered by a 4.2 litre FSI petrol engine, while it also comes with a 3.0 litre TDI diesel engine and a massive 6.3 litre W12 petrol engine. The 4.2 litre FSI petrol version generates a peak power of 371 bhp and the 3.0 litre TDI oil burner produces 250 bhp. In comparison, the 6.3 litre W12 produces a staggering 500 bhp of power. The Audi A8 variants are quite popular among the super rich and many of them can be seen in most metropolitan cities. Prices among the A8 vehicles range from Rs. 72.50 lakh to Rs. 1.47 crore.

German manufacturer BMW India's 7-series luxury sedans are priced upwards of Rs. 85 lakh. There are three models in India, namely the 730Ld, 740Li, 750Li and 760Li. While the 730Ld is diesel- powered, rest are all petrol-powered vehicles. All vehicle engines are mated to automatic transmission. Front seats can be adjusted in 20 different ways. Maximum power output ranges from 241 bhp in the 730 Ld to 536 bhp in the 760Li and the diesel variant is more fuel efficient than petrol models.

Coming to the next set of vehicles, Mercedes-Benz cannot be left far behind when Audi and BMW have already been mentioned. Mercedes-Benz S-Class starts at a price of Rs. 81 lakh, going all the way up to Rs. 1.06 crore. The S 350 L gets a 3.5 litre V6 petrol engine, while S 500 L is fitted with a 5.46 litre petrol power-mill. Power ranges from 282 bhp to 365 bhp among the S Class vehicles. 18 inch alloy wheels have been fitted in this class of vehicles, with technologies such as Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD) helping in handling.

Porsche 911 is the most popular range of sports supercars in the world, which are now available in India. While the 911 Carrera is available at Rs. 93 lakh, the most expensive 911 Turbo Cabriolet can be owned for Rs. 1.69 crore. High powered engines with capacities ranging from 3.4 litre to 3.8 litre are fitted on these vehicles. Interestingly, the 911 has been part of the Porsche brand for more than five decades now and continues to rule the roost. Among the supercars, Porsche Boxter S, 911 Carrera and 911 Carrera S are available in India. On an average, the 911 range travels from 0-100 kmph in 4.5 seconds.

This is not an exhaustive list of vehicles priced upwards of Rs. 75 lakh in India. There are several more, but then all the vehicles mentioned in this article are desired by the rich and famous, which makes these cars part of an exclusive club. Over the years, experts believe that more global brands will try to manufacture vehicles for this club.

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The cost of living in a city increases almost everyday. With just the average rent of a two room New York City apartment costing more than $4,000, no wonder more people than ever are budgeting their money and looking for more inexpensive ways to live. Cities become even more expensive if you are traveling to locations around the city that you need to get transportation to. The cost of a cab can become very expensive if you are sitting in traffic, but by owning a car in the city it can be just as expensive with the high costs of gasoline and the amount of traffic in the city.

One way that people all over the country who live in the city are budgeting their money is by taking public transportation. Public transportation is available in every city whether it is through train, boat, or through riding an underground subway. You can buy relatively low weekly passes to all public transportation in the city, and the great part about it is that it virtually pays for itself because when you live in the city, you virtually have to travel to get anywhere. With more and more people migrating to live in the city public transportation is becoming much more accepted than it once was, and besides it saving money it also helps the environment by cutting down on the huge carbon footprint that cities put on the environment. There is no better time than now to begin using public transportation.

Another way people can use Budgeting as a tool to live in an expensive city is by shopping at fruit markets and at thrift shops. The costs of clothing and goods there are much lower there than at expensive stores. Also, with new trends moving towards vintage clothing there is no time like the present to being shopping at thrift shops and vintage clothing stores. As far as buying groceries and fruit it is also much more inexpensive shopping on the side of the road, most of the groceries there are farmed right outside the city which is the reason why they are so inexpensive. Just make sure to carefully check out the location that you are purchasing the goods from before buying them just to make sure it is safe.

Many people who live in the city live above or right next to a pizza place or a restaurant. This is one of the ways that people spend the most money while living in the city. They cave in to how easy it is to just walk downstairs and grab food instead of cooking a meal for themselves. There are many advantages to cooking for yourself at home in a city. The first one is it will help while budgeting your money, but it is also make your diet much healthier by cooking instead of ordering takeout every night.

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I am speeding down the Pacific Coast Highway, the salty ocean air stinging my face as a fierce wind whips my long, golden brown hair into the heavens. I peer over the edge and watch as the azure water crashes on to the California sun-kissed sand. I stiffen my arms on the hand-sewn Italian leather wheel, physically and mentally bracing for the hairpin turn ahead. I turn the wheel hard to the right as my sidekick twists her muscular yet agile steel body around the tortuous one-lane road. The 20-inch, seven-spoke wheels skid ever so briefly on the pavement, leaving an indelible mark on that stretch of highway. My lips curl into a smirk as I look back over my shoulder. I never doubted our fate.

A loud knock on the glass window rudely interrupts my reverie. My eyes slowly adjust to the glaring fluorescent lights above. I am no longer racing along the Pacific Ocean; I am back to reality in New York City. I fight back tears as I begrudgingly leave my new best friend. I look back at her sleek and striking figure. I can only hope that we will see each other again soon.

Here at the New York International Auto Show I’ve fallen in love with the new Rolls-Royce Wraith, a vehicle Rolls-Royce co-founder Sir Henry Royce would have described as perfection. The Rolls-Royce brand has a storied history and few human beings belong to the rarefied world that the company represents. The Wraith, which made its North American premiere at the show, starts at $300,000 but will likely cost close to $1 million after the (lucky) owner hand-picks the leather, paint, stitching and other luxuries he (or she!) would like to be included in this “custom piece of art.”

The Wraith may be the most expensive car featured at the auto show, but it’s not the only vehicle that draws audible gasps and jealous stares. Car enthusiasts waited in long lines to sit in a McLaren, a sports car that one has to apply for to own, as well as one of three Aston Martins on display. As The Daily Ticker’s Aaron Task and Yahoo! Autos' Justin Hyde point out in the accompanying clip, sales of these opulent and first-class cars are in high-demand -- especially in China and the U.S. For a $15 auto show ticket, one can see these cars up close – and even have a chance to sit in one. Let the daydreaming begin.

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While some people may be looking for some of the most affordable areas, others may be tempted by pricier metropolitan areas. There are plenty of places around the country that are considered expensive to live in for the average person, but some of these cities may be perfect fits for you, as they are often centers for commerce and culture. Keep in mind that just because the city is one of the more expensive to live in, you may not have to price it out of your budget. There could be deals lying around that make it possible to bring your moving boxes to one of these places.

New York City
The Big Apple is thought of by many as an expensive city, and living costs can be higher than most other places. Much of this is due to the high cost of living in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens. An average home in Manhattan costs more than $1.3 million, according to the Cost of Living Index from ACCRA. Brooklyn is just under $1 million, while Queens is higher than $630,000. If you are planning to get a haircut in one of these three boroughs, you could be spending around $20.

Boston
While not as expensive as New York City, Boston can still be a high-cost place to live. A haircut in the city averages more than $15, according to the Cost of Living Index from ACCRA. Also, the median home price in the city is nearly $460,000. Despite this, there are still affordable sections of town, and renting is popular among many in the city. Areas such as Dorchester and Allston may be good spots for those who plan to rent, but don't want to break the bank.

San Francisco
The Silicon Valley area is a world center for the tech industry, and this has made it quite popular for many people to move to the area. One city that has seen an influx of interest is San Francisco, and this shows up in the local home prices. The median home sales price in the city is more than $746,000, according to Zillow. This can make some areas of the city quite expensive. The demand is high to move to this city, and much of the same is true for nearby areas such as San Jose.

Honolulu
This may not be as much of a surprise as some of the other cities on the list, but it can be quite pricey to live in Honolulu. The capital of Hawaii is one of the more expensive cities in the country, and despite major issues during the economic downturn, home prices remain elevated. It can cost more than $430,000 for a home in the city, according to Zillow. However, the high price of living in the city has a good trade-off, as it is quite temperate in Hawaii, and there is always plenty to do.

Washington, D.C.
The nation's capital is also a city with a high cost of living. Those who live in the District deal with prices similar to parts of New York City and Boston. The average haircut will set you back more than $16, according to the Cost of Living Index from ACCRA. Home prices approach a median of $750,000 in this area, as well. Like many of the cities on this list, renting is a popular option for some, which can be a good way to better afford the city. There are also many places outside of the city that are not as pricey, and commuting is possible.

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The world’s most expensive car, The Lykan HyperSport 2013, priced at $3.4 million will be manufactured in Dubai. It will be the first Arabian supercar. Residents of Dubai would not be surprised. The city is already famous for its unconventional world records. The Lykan will add another feather to Dubai’s cap of amazing records. The Lykan was revealed at this year’s Dubai International Boat Show.

Wondering who’s making it? It is the Dubai based startup automaker, W Motors. The high-class, ultra performance sports car will be rich and lavish with features such as the diamond encrusted gear stick, precious stones in the headlights and gold stitching on its leather seats. Not to mention, it will be packed with state-of-art high-tech features.

Do the tech-specs justify the price? We will let you decide. The Lykan is powered with a flat six-twin turbo 3.8 liter engine, producing 750 hp and 1000 cubic meter of torque. It zooms from standstill to 100km/h in 2.8 seconds and hits the peak at 395 km/hour. It is claimed to be one of the fastest cars in the world.

Engineered fully with carbon fiber, it has the first holographic display with interactive motion inside. Not sure what that means? Ralph Debbas, the CEO and Chairman of W Motors, helps us makes sense of it:

Would anyone be interested in pitching out $3.4 million for this car? It may seem doubtful but the car will sell without a blink of an eye. People will buy a 3.4 million dollar car in this region, because it’s a 3.4 million dollar car. Pure and simple. And it’s going to sell better here than anywhere else.

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Two men who stole a limited-edition Ford worth about $250,000 from a Rancho Santa Fe home and two Porsches from other residences were each sentenced today to five years in state prison. George William Moore, 49, and Gabriel Castano, 30, pleaded guilty last month to burglary of an inhabited dwelling, owning or operating a chop shop and receiving stolen property.

According to Deputy District Attorney John Philpott, the 2005 Ford GT disappeared during a three-week period last June and July. Philpott said chopped-up parts of the Ford GT, as well as one of the intact Porsches, were found in the back area of a business in North County. About two-and-a-half weeks later, almost all of the rest of the Ford GT was found at a storage facility about a block away from the other business.

Information was developed that led investigators to a second stolen Porsche, Philpott said. Philpott said the theft of such a unique and expensive car as the Ford GT -- only 4,038 were manufactured in 2005 and 2006 -- is rare.

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