High performance models grace the 40th Anniversary of Mercedes-Benz
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In celebration of the 40th
year of Mercedes-Benz it has showcased some of its high performance models. Lee
Boyle, Regional Sales Manager, Mercedes-AMG, Middle East, "The new
top-of-the-line-model, the CL 65 AMG with its powerful V12 biturbo engine
delivering 612 hp and 1000 Newton metres of torque, represents the ultimate in
driving dynamics and is limited to just 40 vehicles."
The new CLK 63 AMG Black Series
represents the shift from motorsport in its purest form. It possesses strong
visual and technological similarity with the official F1™ safety car. This
super car coupe is equipped with a sophisticated cooling technology that is
coupled with new AMG sports suspension that features a spring and shock
absorber units coil springs. This V8-engined two-seater 507 hp coupe also comes
equipped with all the right stuffs for a strenuous workout on the racing
circuit.
Another member of the CL-class
has joined the celebration---the new CL 65 AMG which is the third AMG model to
be given the powerful AMG 6.0 liter V12 biturbo engine under its hood. This
exclusive high-performance car can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds and
reached 200 km/h in a matter of 13.3 seconds.
The CL65 AMG is also the first
production vehicle of Mercedes-Benz subjected in AMG Alubeam finished. This
one-of-a-kind paint finish provides color with the illusion of a liquid metal
and appears even more vibrant by reflecting the light in a particular way. Also
inside the 40th Anniversary version of the CL 65 AMG is an
impressive combination of two-tone all nappa-leather appointments in the new
V12 diamond pattern highlighted with carbon-fiber trim.
In addition, the CLK 63 AMG
Black Series makes its mark with other highlights and just like the 40th
Anniversary limited-edition CL 65 AMG, it was also built in the AMG Performance
Studio. The CLK 63 AMG is a two-seater V8 coupe that takes its styling cue from
the official F1™ safety car that joined the Formula 1 World Championship races.
Its AMG 6.3 liter V8 unit whose power was increased to 507 hp enables the car
to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in a matter of 4.3 seconds. The CLK 63 AMG was
carefully groomed for the race track. The coupe’s sophisticated cooling system
enables it endure extreme driving conditions.
The cars unbending exterior
tone extends up to the interior of the CLK 63 AMG. Inside the CLK 63 AMG is an
AMG sports bucket seats which was based on the ECE version, there is also the
presence of an AMG performance steering wheel with oval rim and diameter of 365
millimeters, and carbon-fiber trim on the center console. The combination of
the AMG instrument cluster and the interior door paneling creates the
functional air of an authentic racing car which makes you want to grip to a Mercedes seat belt
since you know the power that the car can unleash.
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Dwyane Thomas is a part time cook and full-time auto-enthusiast. This 31-year old Civil and Environmental graduate is a consultant at one of the engineering firms in Pennsylvania.
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