Thread: Mercedes SL65 AMG (2009)

The time has finally come

The new generation of the SL class will be available soon

The new SL models features the AMG Speedshift MCT seven-speed sports transmission with a new start-up clutch, which runs in an oil bath and replaces a conventional torque converter. With low rotational mass, the start-up clutch helps the transmission respond instantaneously and dynamically with no slip.

The SL63 boasts 538 HP and is priced at 145,000 Euros. Mercedes also brings back the SL65 AMG with a turbocharged V12 that cranks out 604 horsepower with 738 lb-ft of torque, with a minimal extra fee for a total of 221,000 Euros

An optional Performance Package is also available for the SL63 AMG, which includes even higher-performance components that are well suited for sporty-minded drivers:

• Vented ceramic front brake discs that are 15.3 inches in diameter
• Multi-disc limited-slip rear differential with a 40 percent locking factor of for enhanced traction
• 19-inch AMG twin-spoke forged light-alloy wheels
• Staggered-width tires: 255 / 35 R 19 in front and 285 / 30 R 19 at the rear
• AMG high-performance suspension based on ABC active suspension
• Smaller AMG sport steering wheel with a flattened underside and silver-aluminum shift paddles
• AIRSCARF Around the Head and Neck

This of course replaces my previously favorite car (which happened to be the earlier generation of the SL )

Good lawd! That's a lot of $$$! And very, very impressive spec's.

I gotta say I very much in love with the interior. The exterior.. I'm not overly crazy about. You'd think Mercedes would/could/should, go that extra mile to make a 'super-car' at least look more like one

Originally Posted by Driverdb

Approx $210,300.

Probably not a good time to buy it in the US, with the ongoing weakness. But then again prices are adjusted regularly, so it won't matter

very nice car, i am sure the straight line performance is mind blowing, but if i had the choice, i would get the 55, or the 63.