Frankster

Wanted to hear your take (clk black owners) on the SLS...those who've driven it. I'm seriously considering one...tia

LZH

It's an amazing car. It is faster than the BS in a straight line but does not have the balance/scalpel feel that a BS has. It is a bit more refined but yet raw and powerful at the same time. Yet, the BS puts the power to better use and in the right hands is more rewarding than the SLS IMO. Remember, even though its a ground up AMG car, it's not a BS nor is it intended to be. I see know (thats for you Dodger) reason whatsoever to own both because there are so many other cars that can compliment both but yet having both overlaps in so many ways.

sprins

The GT aspect of an SLS is trully unsurpassed. You can throw it around hardcore (although not as much as the BS), but for travelling, cruising, etc it's also spectacular.

I'd certainly own both, were it not that (1) I have an SL already which I modified to my liking the last 6 years of ownership and fulfills the GT role perfectly, and (2) there are financial restraints to my ambitions.

In short: BS for the fun and SLS for the grown-up part of your life.

PS: I'd opt for the SLS roadster without a doubt!

MACHC5

If you go to a MB Dealer and set in a SLS with the doors closed and then walk back and get in your CLK63 Black Series, you will notice big sightline differences.
The CLK63 BS is like wearing a open face helmet.
The SLS is more like putting a full face helmet on.

AMG Dictator

If you are a member of the Private Lounge you should ask the CE over there, he is a CLK Black Series owner that also has a SLS AMG.

He did a write up after a track day at Road Atlanta.

http://www.mercedes-amg.com/privatel...ad.php?t=27791

I think I also remember another thread where he compared the CLK Black Series to the SLS but I couldn't find it quickly.

The SLS was quite a bit faster than the CLK Black Series at Road Atlanta.

mellowyellow

I think LZH's reply summed it up well. The CLKBS is stiffer and feels much more like a track car compared to the SLS, which is not by any means "soft"... There are two things I really loved about the SLS. First was the dual-clutch gearbox. I was very impressed with the speed of shifts and accuracy, moreso than the Porsche PDK that I drove. Second is the exhaust note. If you like the CLK BS note, you'll love the SLS even more. The rev-matching downshifts (Speedshift +) are also another benefit.

WTDoom

i tested several sls car at an airfield ( the top gear test track ) all in different specs . i have a lot of track and race experience . the standard car was ok on track but the race suspension ( available from amg NOT ON THE ORDER BOOK here in the uk ) car I tried was much better . unfortunately it was too crashy on the road .

lightweight wheels and carbon brakes with normal suspension was the best balance of the cars we tried that day ( for road and track ) .

i found all the gearboxes reluctant to change down at times ( better than the clk black obviously but no way near as good as a ferrari 458 or a 911 turbo s ). at least it blips the throttle .

it is not as " naughty " as the clk , i completely agree with lzh . its a great , awesome sounding , good looking road car but i cancelled my order and transferred my deposit to the black series variant none the less .

sprins

Is the SLS Black Series 'official' yet?

WTDoom

Mercedes Benz World at Brooklands have told me there will definitely be a Black Series SLS .

sprins

That would be the ultimate Black Series

And serious competition for the rest. The car is essentially so balanced out by design, it would kick major *** if they treat it right.

I'll be hoping with you.

Jim Brady

I was told the same by someone very high at AMG. There would indeed be a BS SLS. This goes with the recent comment that there will be a road going GT3 SLS model.

WTDoom

Yes sir , the Black Series SLS will apparently be " related " to the GT3 .

Doctodd33

that is good news especially with the MSRP im guessing the car will have.

alexander stemer

On a more mundane level, when I called my dealer to ask about ordering an SLS, i was told, "Absolutely not available". Does anybody know that the car is available in its base form? AS

Carac

Talked to three dealers today, all taking orders with deliveries from 6 to 18 months away.

MACHC5

If anyone is seriously looking for one to pickup, I know a dealer in NJ that has a silver SLS available.

johno530

There's an Iridium SLS at the dealer in Rocklin, Ca.

Carac

What is the color of the closest SLS in this picture?

GHAZAN

palladium or liquid metal grey designo color

_AMG_

The SLS is a great car but I wouldn't give up the CLK BS for it. If anything, I would look into a SL65 BS rather then the SLS.

LZH

You would change your tune about the two if you drove an SLS. Much better all round performer than the SL BS.

_AMG_

I like the SL BS becuase of the brute power. I will admit the SLS is more of a drivers car and the better performer around the track.

LZH

Yeah I hear ya - laying down 2 long patches of rubber on the freeway while going 60mph is bad *** and fun...but the SLS is different ballgame. Put them both on the track with equal drivers and I guarantee the SLS comes out ahead every time.

sprins

That might depend on the actual 'track'. In extreme twisty conditions the CLK Black might actually rule. Although I agree the SLS kicks major BUTT and will do so in most circumstances.

LZH

We were comparing the SL65 BS, not the CLK. But now that you mention it...I'd take the CLK BS over the SLS for the track any day and twice on sundays.