SL55/63/65/R230 AMG: SL65 AMG Black Series
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2009 C63 AMG
SL65 AMG Black Series
Don't know if anyone has posted any of this but I received this last week from my dealer here in Houston trying to get me to order it..... Figured you would like to check it out. 
Dear Colleagues, Following the long and successful range of SL-Class AMG models, the ultimate R230-based AMG vehicle will start production this Fall.The SL65 AMG Black Series is a limited-edition, high performance coupe developed by AMG based on the AMG 6.0 liter V-12 biturbo model. Beyond massive changes likewidening the SL's bodywork, AMG has developed a new front section and hood and has equipped the SL65 AMG Black Series with a special, track-calibrated suspension system - without ABC (Active Body Control). These significant changes allow installation of thewidest rear tires yet on a production AMG - 325/30 ZR20 - necessary to transmit the 661 horsepower in what is the most powerful AMG ever. AMG has succeeded, through these major modifications, to save more than 550 lbs over the SL65 AMG on which this Black Series is based. This enables the SL65 AMG Black Series to be the first AMG to accelerate to 60 mph in under four seconds as well as reach a top speed of 199 mph (electronically limited). The SL65 AMG Black Series will make its Worldwide debut at the German Grand Prix on July 20th in Hockenheim Germany to an enthusiastic group of AMG owners and enthusiasts.To help you position this special model to your top customers, here are the key facts describing the SL65 AMG Black Series. U.S. production volume: 200 units Introduction: December 2008 Production start: August 2008 USA Model Year: 2009 Product Highlights • 661 horsepower AMG 6.0 liter V-12 biturbo • 4,123 lb curb weight (-550 lbs versus SL65 AMG)• AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 5-Speed Automatic Transmission with rev-matched downshifts, Sport, Comfort and two Manual modes and 3-Stage ESP System• Widened front and rear carbon-fiber fenders, carbon-fiber hood and trunk lid • Fixed carbon-fiber roof (coupe only, no retractable hardtop)
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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive, P.O. Box 350, Montvale, NJ 07645-0350, Phone (201) 573-0600, Fax (201) 573-0117MBUSA.comiddkfi l Chl AG Sdlblif G• Racing-derived suspension system (no ABC) • Single interior color - Black AMG Premium leather• Carbon Fiber interior trim • All equipment is standard – no optional equipment• Seven exterior paint colors o Black 040 o Obsidian Black 197 o Mars Red 590 o Steel Grey 755 o Iridium Silver 775 o Palladium Silver 792 o Diamond White 799 • 199 mph top speed (electronically limited) • 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds Due to the short production timeline of this model and correspondingly low volume, theSL65 AMG will be offered exclusively for Model Year 2009. Allocation for this limited edition model will be based on Calendar Year 2007 AMG brand sales. Your Market Manager will contact you if you have earned an allocation. A small number of units will be held by the regions for dealers who have verified customer orders, but did not receive an allocation. Initial deliveries are scheduled to begin in December 2008 and all production units will be delivered by mid-2009. Further vehicle information, pricing and release timing will be communicated closer to launch. Customer communication will include a brochure and online content. Please visit www.mercedes-amg.com for additional product information. If you have questions, please contact our AMG Product Management area (Eric Linder (201) 573-2462, eric.linder@mbusa.com or Rob Allan (201) 573-2624, robert.f.allan@mbusa.com). We trust that you share our intense pride and enthusiasm for this latest and ultimate creation by the performance experts at AMG.
Dear Colleagues, Following the long and successful range of SL-Class AMG models, the ultimate R230-based AMG vehicle will start production this Fall.The SL65 AMG Black Series is a limited-edition, high performance coupe developed by AMG based on the AMG 6.0 liter V-12 biturbo model. Beyond massive changes likewidening the SL's bodywork, AMG has developed a new front section and hood and has equipped the SL65 AMG Black Series with a special, track-calibrated suspension system - without ABC (Active Body Control). These significant changes allow installation of thewidest rear tires yet on a production AMG - 325/30 ZR20 - necessary to transmit the 661 horsepower in what is the most powerful AMG ever. AMG has succeeded, through these major modifications, to save more than 550 lbs over the SL65 AMG on which this Black Series is based. This enables the SL65 AMG Black Series to be the first AMG to accelerate to 60 mph in under four seconds as well as reach a top speed of 199 mph (electronically limited). The SL65 AMG Black Series will make its Worldwide debut at the German Grand Prix on July 20th in Hockenheim Germany to an enthusiastic group of AMG owners and enthusiasts.To help you position this special model to your top customers, here are the key facts describing the SL65 AMG Black Series. U.S. production volume: 200 units Introduction: December 2008 Production start: August 2008 USA Model Year: 2009 Product Highlights • 661 horsepower AMG 6.0 liter V-12 biturbo • 4,123 lb curb weight (-550 lbs versus SL65 AMG)• AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 5-Speed Automatic Transmission with rev-matched downshifts, Sport, Comfort and two Manual modes and 3-Stage ESP System• Widened front and rear carbon-fiber fenders, carbon-fiber hood and trunk lid • Fixed carbon-fiber roof (coupe only, no retractable hardtop)
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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive, P.O. Box 350, Montvale, NJ 07645-0350, Phone (201) 573-0600, Fax (201) 573-0117MBUSA.comiddkfi l Chl AG Sdlblif G• Racing-derived suspension system (no ABC) • Single interior color - Black AMG Premium leather• Carbon Fiber interior trim • All equipment is standard – no optional equipment• Seven exterior paint colors o Black 040 o Obsidian Black 197 o Mars Red 590 o Steel Grey 755 o Iridium Silver 775 o Palladium Silver 792 o Diamond White 799 • 199 mph top speed (electronically limited) • 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds Due to the short production timeline of this model and correspondingly low volume, theSL65 AMG will be offered exclusively for Model Year 2009. Allocation for this limited edition model will be based on Calendar Year 2007 AMG brand sales. Your Market Manager will contact you if you have earned an allocation. A small number of units will be held by the regions for dealers who have verified customer orders, but did not receive an allocation. Initial deliveries are scheduled to begin in December 2008 and all production units will be delivered by mid-2009. Further vehicle information, pricing and release timing will be communicated closer to launch. Customer communication will include a brochure and online content. Please visit www.mercedes-amg.com for additional product information. If you have questions, please contact our AMG Product Management area (Eric Linder (201) 573-2462, eric.linder@mbusa.com or Rob Allan (201) 573-2624, robert.f.allan@mbusa.com). We trust that you share our intense pride and enthusiasm for this latest and ultimate creation by the performance experts at AMG.
