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Mercedes-AMG SL

The first Mercedes-Benz SL (Sport Leicht) was introduced back in 1954, and 67 years later, the seventh generation of one of the longest-lived models, the Mercedes-AMG SL, arrived on the scene.

Based on the new platform, the Mercedes-AMG SL will continue where the AMG GT Roadster model left off. Also, Mercedes returned to the traditional solution, giving up the hard folding roof. The new SL will only be offered in combination with a three-layer canvas folding roof. It takes 15 seconds to raise / lower the roof, and the procedure can be performed at speeds up to 60 km / h. This reduced the weight of the sports four-seater by an additional 21 kilograms.

The new SL is offered for the first time with an adaptive 4Matic + drivetrain and steering system that includes a rear axle. It will be offered in two versions, SL 55 4Matic + and SL 63 4Matic +, and will be powered by the same 4-liter biturbo V8 engine. The base version will have 469 hp (350 kW) and 512 lb-ft (694 Nm) of torque. The engine is paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission through which power is transmitted to all wheels. It reaches 62 mph in 3.9 seconds with a top speed of 183 mph (295 km / h).

The more powerful version (SL 63 4Matic +) will have 577 hp (430 kW) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a nine-speed automatic transmission. It reaches 62 mph in 3.6 seconds with a top speed of 196 mph (315 km / h).

Source: Mercedes-Benz

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Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series

The Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series was recently sold at auction. It is the most powerful version of the R230SL model that was produced in the period from 2001 to 2011.

The SL65 AMG Black Series is in good condition with a few minor scratches. It is equipped with a carbon body kit that includes ultra-wide fenders, sports bumpers, a bonnet with a vent, an active rear spoiler, a diffuser and a fixed roof in Iridium silver.

The interior is upholstered in black leather. There is a COMAND infotainment system from the last era, a new starting system, as well as dual-zone air conditioning.

The Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series is powered by an AMG 6.0-liter twin-turbo V12 engine with 661 hp (486 kW) and 737 lb-ft (1,000 Nm) of torque. The engine is paired with a five-speed automatic transmission that transmits power to the rear wheels. It reaches 62 mph in 3.8 seconds with a top speed of 199 mph (320 km / h).

The auction model is one of 350 units produced, with only 11,000 miles (18,000 kilometers). The new owner bought it for $ 405,000. Last year, one such 2009 SL65 AMG Black Series model with 10,000 miles (16,000 kilometers) was sold for $ 185,000.

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2022 Mercedes-AMG One

After several delays due to technical problems, production of the 2022 Mercedes-AMG One, a hybrid road version of Formula 1, will begin next year.

It seems that AMG has finally managed to solve all the technical problems, as the arrival of the limited edition One has been announced for the middle of next year. Great news for all 275 owners who paid $ 3 million (€ 2.34 million) for their model a long time ago.

Mercedes-AMG premiered its powerful concept in 2017 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. But no one even thought that the development, testing and problem solving, on the hybrid “beast” that comes with the Formula 1 engine, would take five years.

The Mercedes-AMG One is powered by a centrally located 1.6-liter V6 turbo engine, combined with four electric motors, delivering more than 1,000 hp (746 kW) at 11,000 rpm. That’s enough for this supercar to reach 124 mph (200 km / h) in less than six seconds with a top speed of 217 mph (350 km / h).

The engine is adapted to Mercedes’ hybrid racer W1 W06. Certainly, it was not easy for Mercedes to meet WLTP emission standards, but even with an engine like this, the Mercedes-AMG One will be among the fastest cars on the road.

Source: Mercedes-Benz