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MANHART SL 800 R based on Mercedes-AMG SL

After the recently introduced MH7 400d, Manhart has now taken the all-time classic Mercedes-AMG SL 63 as the basis for the MANHART SL 800 R. Although with impressive performance, the engineers of the German tuner Manhart believe that this machine can offer much more.

MANHART SL 800 R based on Mercedes-AMG SL

Manhart Performance has released only two photos of this car. The SL 800 R is adorned with a standard Manhart black body design with a golden decal set on both sides of the car as well as the entire length of the body. It is equipped with a modified suspension with which the vehicle is additionally lowered, turbochargers, intercooler and carbon intake.

Under the hood is a 4.0-liter biturbo V8 engine with 800 hp (588 kW) and more than 737 lb-ft (1,000 Nm) of torque. This is significantly more than the standard Mercedes-AMG SL which has 577 hp (424 kW) and 590 (800 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9-speed transmission. Reaches 60 mph in 3.5 seconds with a top speed of 196 mph (315 km / h).

Manhart Performance did not announce the price of the upgrade kit, but said they have started accepting orders.

Source: Manhart Performance

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Mercedes Formula 1 starts its W13 engine for the first time

Preparations for the new Formula 1 season are well underway. So Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula 1 tested the engine for the 2022 season. It is a 1.6-L V6 turbocharged engine with 950-1,000 hp (710-750 kW) that uses 10% ethanol.

The video was posted on the instagram profile @ mercedesamgf1. The video shows employees watching intently, while one of the team members, via video call, shows Toto Wolff the first start of the W13 engine for the 2022 season. Toto Wolff is CEO, Team Principal and co-owner of the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team.

It is still uncertain who will be behind the wheel of the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team for next season. According to Bernie Ecclestone, after talking to Lewis Hamilton’s father, his impression is that Lewis will not be competing next season.

“I don’t think he’ll be back next season. His disappointment was too big after the last race. Now, tied for seven titles with Michael Schumacher, it’s the perfect time for him to fulfill his dream and be a fashion entrepreneur. Also with George Russell he would have an ambitious team-mate, and could lose a lot next season, ”Ecclestone said.

Source: Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 via instagram

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Mercedes-AMG CLS 63 S Shooting Brake

At a time of increasingly popular superfast SUVs, German tuning company Pogea Racing has upgraded the Mercedes-AMG CLS 63 S Shooting Brake.

There are many customers who prefer the idea of ​​owning a super-fast station wagon like the legendary Audi RS6. After the fastest Mercedes AMG E63 S station wagon with 612 hp, Pogea Racing has increased the power of the AMG CLS 63 S model.

The AMG CLS 63 S Shooting Brake is powered by a 5.5-liter V8 Biturbo engine with 742 hp (546 kW) and 822 lb-ft (1,114 Nm) of torque. This amount of power is enough to push the caravan to a top speed of 204 mph (329 km / h). Power is transmitted to all wheels via a seven-speed automatic transmission. It is mounted on 20-inch wheels with Michelin PS 4S 255/30 R20 (front) and 285/25 R20 tires.

As a reminder, the standard CLS 63 S has 585 hp (430 kW) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque, and reaches 62 mph in 3.7 seconds with an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph (250 km / h).

The car is painted in “Pogea Stealth gray”, while the rear diffuser, two side sills, mirror housings, bonnet are made of carbon fiber. Exhaust pipes are cut and enameled in black gloss and welded to the exhaust system. It is equipped with an adjustable suspension made in collaboration with KW-Automotive, which allows the vehicle to be lowered 25 mm on the front axle.

The interior has been completely redesigned. It was insulated with alubutyl, and sheep wool insulation was also used. The feeling of sitting in a concert hall is taken care of by digital processors for adjusting the working time and frequency with 2x 10W3v3 woofers. It is equipped with an Android 12.5 ”touch screen that supports the NTG system of the vehicle.

Source: Pogea Racing