Car manufacturers have a tough job in not only making a car that drives well, but one that can be sold in as many markets as possible. Nevertheless, every so often a model geared towards the enthusiast slips past the accounting department and out onto the roads. Whether for homologation purposes, to exploit a gap in the market or for the sheer want-one factor that special editions can bring, this list highlights some of the rarest and most enjoyable models to drive. Renault Clio Williams (1993-1996) The Clio Williams celebrated Nigel Mansell’s F1 title behind the wheel of a Renault-powered Williams.

It gained a modified 2. Blade Runner No Cd Crack. 0 16V engine taken from the anodyne Renault 19, producing 150bhp @ 6100rpm. In its purest first iteration, the car weighed just 990kg, with later models equipped with comforts such as door-mounted speakers and even a sunroof. With a rev-hungry engine and talented chassis, it set the template for other fast Clios to follow. Image 5 of 20 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 (997.2) (2011-2012) There are just so many contenders for Porsche’s most desirable limited edition. The GT3 RS 4.0, winner of eCoty in 2011, features a bored-out version of the Mezger flat-six seen in the RSR circuit racer, producing 493bhp at 8250rpm and a staggering 368bhp/ton. Front dive planes, a carbon fibre bonnet and front wings as well a custom PASM setup add to an already attractive package.

BMW M4 GTS joins a family of exclusive BMW M3 Special Editions which. BMW M3 CSL (E46). BMW returned to the idea of a limited-run special-edition BMW M3.

You'll need to get saving to afford one of these as prices have skyrocketed. Image 7 of 20 Ferrari 360 Challenge Stradale (2003-2004) The brilliant F430 Scuderia or 458 Speciale could have made it onto this list, but to do so would be to undersell the exceedingly-rare and focused 360 CS. With the 0-60mph run ticked off in just 4.1 seconds, the Ferrari features a naturally-aspirated flat-plane crank V8 as well as carbon ceramic brakes, an automated manual F1 gearbox and – as an expensive option – a particularly fitting tricolour stripe. A 110kg weight saving and incredibly vocal exhaust system make it all the more enjoyable. Image 2 of 20 BMW E46 M3 CS (2005-2007) BMW had already released the outlandishly expensive, carbon-roofed CSL two years previous to the excellent CS, which inherited many of the other model’s enhancements.

The E46’s understated looks gained £2,400-worth of added dynamic ability thanks to a quicker steering rack, bigger brake discs and revised springs. In addition, the CSL’s M-Track mode was added, allowing more slip and wheelspin even with traction control engaged. While the brakes objected to repeated heavy use, the 338bhp 3.2-litre straight-six allowed the chassis balance to be adjusted with the throttle.

Image 1 of 20 Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera (2007-2013) The so-called ‘baby Lambo’ certainly didn’t want for attention when it was released in 2003, but needed work to stay relevant during its ten-year production run. Facing lightweight competition from the GT3 and 360 Challenge Stradale, Lamborghini released the lightweight Gallardo after a 100kg diet which included a carbonfibre-lashed rear diffuser and even titanium wheel nuts. The original’s grabby carbon brakes and clunky e-gear transmission were developed further when the LP570-4 Superleggera was released in 2010. Producing 426bhp/ton and with a top speed of 202mph, the lightweight Gallardo was also a sales success for the company. Image 16 of 20 Nissan GT-R Nismo (2014-) The aggressively-bodykitted Nismo has the hardware to back up the racetrack-refugee looks.

With the optional ‘Track Pack’ fitted, it lapped the Nurburgring in 7.08.679. Power and torque have been boosted to 591bhp and 481lb ft and with springs unique to the Nismo, the super-firm suspension is great on track.

We awarded it five stars at the beginning of this year, but with a price increase of nearly 50 per cent over the standard GT-R, the rear-engined rivals in its price and ability bracket are also very tempting. Image 18 of 20 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Edition 507 (2013-2014) Germany’s muscle car will be fondly remembered for the roar from its naturally-aspirated M156 V8. The handsome Edition 507, named for the 6.2-litre engine’s PS output, offers 49bhp more than the standard car’s 451bhp and can run to 174mph. With as-expected Mercedes waftability and strong build quality, the standard AMG Sports Suspension does well to keep the car in check when pressing on, though the damping can be abrupt. Spot an Edition 507 by the vented aluminium bonnet cribbed from the C63 Black Series, gloss black bodywork and, if specified, optional stickers. Image 12 of 20 Ford Focus RS Mk1 (2002-2003) Our inability to decide whether or not we actually like the Mk1 RS is well-known, with the Ford now on four out of five stars in our Knowledge pages. Potential buyers should test drive as many examples as they can, as we believe that the suspension geometry and tyres fitted to different models have a great effect on the RS’s Quaife diff.