Update: The car has been officially unveiled: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG
First details and pictures of Mercedes-Benz’s SLS AMG have begun to appear on the net today, a week ahead of the car’s official launch at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
The 300SL-inspired “Gullwing” model features a front/mid-mounted version of the brand’s 6.3-litre V8 (as fitted to the majority of AMG’s offerings) developing 420kW and 650Nm.
Mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission the SLS AMG will drive the rear wheels and should see 0-100 km/h times near enough to 3.7 seconds.
The 1587kg vehicle has a top speed of 317km/h and will utilise (optional) carbon ceramic discs for quicker stopping power.
Color choices will include Alubeam Silver, Syvanite Grey, Alanite Grey and Red, complimenting the leather and alcantara interior and ten-spoke forged wheels.
Production will begin in late 2010 with sales starting the following year, and early pricing guide suggests €177,310 (AUD$298,000) in Germany though truth be told it’s really more of a case of wait and see.
That looks brilliant! Buy I’d rather an original. At least Mercedes finally have something special. I was getting a bit tired of them just putting the 6.2 V8 in everything.
I hate to say it but the looks have really grown on me. Dont really like the interior though, epecially the center console.
Have to agree, the interior looks a bit cheap in photos. I’m sure it looks better in the flesh though.
Love the look of this car, I also love the choice of colours grey, grey, grey and red.
I thought the original Gullwing was an amazing car and while I’m not inspired by many Mercs knowing the poor reliability they are reknowned for, I really like this one. If I win lotto I know where some of the money is going.
Not bad, but it looks awfully simmilar to a GTR around the headlight area…
AWSOME!!!!
looks different, but not in a bad way, i wouldn’t mind having one. i’d rather that mclaren rather then this though
Love it!
I would take this over a ferrari 599
The C-pillar looks like a bit of an afterthought.
This looks sensational! I can only imagine how much more beatiful it will look in the metal. The rear looks particularly eniticing. Interesting to see the maclaren have released details of their supercar on the same day.
just as stunning as i pictured it.
*like*
The original 300sl gullwing was a classic and this has a very modern take on a classic design. It is very tempting.
lol
weird
Can’t say I’m a fan. To me it’s a mix of the very pretty original, the bit dull Porsche GT & a bit of the hideous SC430 at the rear & somehow doesn’t gel.
refreshing design, unique, and obviously a technological achievement….but these exterior photos do not live up to my expectations. the front lights are awkward and the grill/intakes seem overdone. Love the interior however