A "Factory Tuner" is a vehicle model that has significant engine and/or chassis upgrades as compared its parent model. It is built at the factory and typically has a name that includes a "factory tuner" designation (e.g. Mercedes-Benz "AMG" or BMW "M"). Examples include the BMW M3 and the Cadillac CTS-V.

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