After finally unveiling the SL65 AMG Black Series this morning, Mercedes revealed an official video of the supercar.
The already formidable 6.0-liter AMG V12 engine has been modified to produce more than 650 horsepower and a staggering 738 pound-feet of torque. Its twin turbochargers are 12 percent larger, passages for intake air and the turbo wastegates have been modified, and the intake air intercooler is 30 percent more efficient. The result is zero-to-60 mph acceleration of only 3.8 seconds, and an electronically limited top speed of 198 mph.
Mercedes finally revealed the 2009 SL65 AMG Black Series, a model limited to only 200 units for the US market, each priced at $320,000.
The new SL65 AMG Black Series coupe features a carbon-fiber fixed roof, front fenders, hood, trunk lid and front and rear aprons. With all these super-strong, lightweight parts, plus the absence of retractable roof hardware, the car is more than 550 pounds lighter than the standard SL.
Under the hood AMG placed a modified version of the 6.0-liter AMG V12 engine that now delivers 650 horsepower and a staggering 738 pound-feet of torque. Its twin turbochargers are 12 percent larger, passages for intake air and the turbo wastegates have been modified, and the intake air intercooler is 30 percent more efficient. The result is zero-to-60 mph acceleration of only 3.8 seconds, and an electronically limited top speed of 198 mph.
We are in an era where technology is capable of wonders and magic. But one would agree the human element is inevitable, and talent and skill determines whether you can enjoy the result or feel dreadful.
The Mercedes SL65 AMG Black Series is well, should be another case which demonstrates how much customization is humanly possible by a specialist company, whose ability sends a shrill through our spines. Some say this car is the outcome when you redline AMG. Others claim it’ll play the game of ’die when living’ with its drivers (we made that up, no one claims so)
Anyways, a talented artist by the name Jonathan has created a computer generated image using Photoshop of the SL65 AMG Black Series which will go live very shortly. By the looks of it, John has done a terrific job. Some foretell this car is competent enough to reach 60 mph from a standstill in under 4 seconds, courtesy of it’s massive 6.0-liter engine that offers 670 hp.
Another fabulous rendering of the yet-to-be-released or planned Mercedes CLC Convertible has popped up on the internet. This time it’s a work of art by CWW Car design, who has also gone on to design a directory of other future cars. There is no plan as of yet by Mercedes to manufacture a CLC convertible, but if they ever do, there is no doubt that the production version would exactly resemble CWW’s illustration.
AMG Owners Private Lounge announce a new mystery AMG model that will be launched in July. Considering the latest spy shots presented the SL 65 AMG Black Series, we suppose this could be the model they talk about.
The 65 AMG Black Series will be powered by a 6.0-liter twin-turbo V12 that will deliver 680hp – that’s 76hp more than the standard SL 65 AMG Roadster and approximately 30hp more than the Mercedes-McLaren SLR 722.
It will make the 0 to 60 mph sprint in less than 4.0 seconds and will be capable to hit a top speed of more than 220 mph, but will be electronically limited to 186 mph.
The official debut will be made in July at the German Grand Prix. Sales will begin at the beginning of 2009 and will be limited to only 350 units.
Mercedes today unveiled the 2009 G55 AMG. The vehicle will be available from September 2008 at a price of 121,618 euro.
The G55 AMG is powered by a supercharged AMG 5.5-liter V8 engine that delivers 507 hp, with maximum torque remaining at 700 Nm. Likewise unchanged is the vehicle’s effortless performance, with the G 55 AMG accelerating from zero to 60 mph in 5.5 seconds and peaking at a top speed of 130 mph (electronically limited).
The new G 55 AMG boasts discreet but effective design modifications,including a new radiator grille with three distinctive horizontal bars that are painted the same colour as the rest of the body and - exclusive to the AMG top-of-the-range model - also feature chrome inserts. Moving around the vehicle, the highlight of the side view are the new polished 19-inch five-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels painted titanium grey. They are 9.5 inches wide and equipped with 275/55 R 19 tyres that impressively bulk out the wheel arches.
Still a standard feature of the AMG body-styling package are the bumpers painted in body colour and the characteristic AMG wide fenders. Other features include a brushed-aluminium trim set boasting a distinctive AMG logo and the twin oval chrome tailpipes of the AMG sports exhaust system, emerging from beneath the stainless-steel running boards on either side of the vehicle - an unmistakable sign of the power of the supercharged AMG 5.5-litre V8 engine.
The AMG PERFORMANCE STUDIO has developed a new limited edition vehicle, the exclusive SL 63 AMG Edition IWC. Limited to a total of 200 units, the new roadster features an eye-catching designo magno Kashmir white finish as well as an AMG Exterior Carbon package with a matte surface. In keeping with the exterior appearance, the vehicle’s interior is fitted with Carbon matte trim as well as Tobago Brown nappa leather upholstery that creates additional visual and tactile highlights.
In addition, the vehicle features the AMG Performance package to ensure unparalleled handling. All SL 63 AMG Edition IWC vehicles will be delivered to customers along with an exquisite “Grosser Ingenieur” (Great Engineer) watch from the renowned Swiss watchmaker IWC Schaffhausen.
The SL 63 AMG Edition IWC will be powered by a AMG 6.3-liter V8 engine engine that delivers 525 hp and a peak torque of 630 Nm. The engine is mated by an all-new AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT seven-speed sports transmission. It makes the 0to 60 mph sprint in 4.6 seconds and has a top speed limited to 186 mph.
As you already know, the new SL received a facelift and a big 6.3L 525HP engine. The exterior appearance is mostly the same as the old SL except for new head and tail lights, a much more angular front facia with a taler grille and some nice side vents. The new SL63 will be available as of May 1st 2008, for a mere $132,000.
The most important update in the new SL is the ’Speedshift MCT’ seven-speed transmission, replacing the conventional torque converter for dual wet clutch plates controlled electronically. A knob allows you to decide how fast you want to change gears. But with this system you are supposed to get the best of both worlds. Ultra smooth gear changes as only an automatic gear box can do, but also lightning fast shifting as only the sequentially activated manual gearbox can provide.
As we believe that driving a non manual gear box is just evil, we can’t wait to put our hands on the new SL!
SL63 AMG presentation
Click the following link for more information about the new Mercedes SL 63 AMG.
The new C63 AMG will be at the start as the official Safety Car for the second DTM race of the season in Oschersleben (April 19/20, 2008). The top-of-the-range C-Class model with its 457 hp AMG 6.3-litre V8-engine and modifications to the brakes, suspension, cooling and exhaust system is in perfect shape for its demanding task. The development and production of the C 63 AMG Safety Car was in the hands of specialists from the AMG development team and the AMG PERFORMANCE STUDIO.
This fast AMG V8 saloon is outstandingly equipped for its task: the AMG-developed, naturally aspirated eight-cylinder engine develops 457 hp at 6800 rpm from a displacement of 6.3 litres, which means that it almost matches the performance level of the C-Class DTM cars. The maximum torque of 600 newton metres is generated at 5000 rpm. Power is transferred by the AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC automatic transmission, which has steering wheel shift paddles and automatic double-declutching during downshifts. For use in the DTM series, the C 63 AMG is equipped with a newly developed AMG sports exhaust system with a special sound design, providing a further acoustic treat for the fans at the trackside and following the race on TV.
Cutting CO2 emissions is now a priority for all the automakers. Mercedes Benz and its performance division AMG feels the pressure even more as the European Commission intends to cut down the average CO2 emissions of all new cars to 120 grams per kilometer by 2012.
Wolf Zimmerman, chief operating officer of Mercedes- AMG says humself, “That is not easy. Together with Mercedes we are around 170 grams, so it is a long way to go. Believe me, the world will change dramatically in the next 10 years."
It’s not the first time we hear that AMG will introduce gasoline direct-injection engines and start/stop technology in its entire lineup by 2012. There is also a rumor about AMG working on a powerful V8 diesel model which will create more than 516 lb-ft of torque as well as hybrid technology. Expect some greener AMG cars very soon
The future SL65 AMG Black Series that will make its world debut this summer is believed to be one of the most extreme Mercedes ever built. And the 670 HP are the testimony!
The SL65 AMG Black Series will be powered by the same 6.0-liter twin turbo V12 engine found in the standard SL65 AMG, but for the Black Series the output is increased to 670 hp. The torque peak won’t increase, but given that it already sits at 738 pound-feet, there’s really isn’t a need for more. It will be offered with the same five-speed automatic transmission and the torque converter from the standard version, but will also get two Sport shift programs, with the second delivering quicker gearchanges timed at just 250 milliseconds.
In addition to the added power, the engineers at Mercedes-Benz concentrated on reducing the car’s weight. AMG’s engineers chucked the heavy airbag suspension setup on the standard SL65 for steel coil springs, lost the Active Body Control system and made the Black’s trunk, vented hood, roof, vented front fenders and bumpers out of carbon fiber.
It will make the 0 to 60 mph sprint in less than 4 seconds and will hit a top speed of 198 mph.
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