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Old 12-24-2002, 03:55 AM
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My dad has just broken the news to me that one of his friends (a relative of the Sultan of Brunei) has just imported his Brabus K8, tuned to 555HP. It started off as a standard SL55 AMG, and was immediately sent to Brabus. Before fine tuning the engine management system, the car managed a very healthy 550HP. A good 5HP came from the fine tuning.

Unfortunately I don't have any pictures nor any torque figures, however, it can rocket to 60 MPH in an amazing 3.9 seconds. Brabus listed on their website their K8 can do it in 4.4 seconds, however, I'm assuming that's with 20 inchers. So I'd guess his K8 is on 18 inchers.
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2003 S500 4-matic, 2003 SL55
cool , is there a speed limit there., how about some pics
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Sounds good!! There are no MB dealers in Brunei? I heard His Majesty The Sultan of Brunei has the only RHD CLK-GTR in the world! Custom from the factory, talk about being a good MB customer.
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Never heard of that car so I did a search

MODEL VARIANT YEAR COLOUR KM COMMENTS PRICE PICS
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CLK GTR & LM
CLK GTR Coupe 2002 Silver
NEW 1 of 25 existing models, the last brand new car. Engine size : 6898cc V12 48 valves. Output: 650bhp. Gearbox : 6 speed driven by Formula 1 paddles on steering wheel. 200,000 Euros rebate on this new car including one year unlimited mileage worldwide warranty. No additional fees. 1,050,000 EUR YES
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CLK GTR Roadster 2002 Silver
NEW Based on the Coupe. 1 OF ONLY 5 existing models, the last brand new car. Engine size : 6898cc V12 48 valves. Output: 650bhp. Gearbox : 6 speed driven by Formula 1 paddles on steering wheel. The manufacturer provides one years unlimited mileage warranty and the option to extend it up to 3 years. No additional fees. 1,500,000 EUR YES
CY61
CLK GTR 7.3l SuperSport 2002 Red
NEW 1 of 25 existing models CLK-GTR, new car. This very special “Super Sport” version is the ultimate choice for the real race driver that wants to drive the cars on roads from home to the nearest race track. This is the most powerfull CLK-GTR ever produced for streets. The engine has been upgraded to 7,291 CC, the dynosheet reads an impressive 720 BHP at 6,700 RPM. It is the only one car with such high specifications. It is also the only red CLK-GTR and the only one fitted with the extra-large rear wing. It also has a complete sound and multimedia system with D.V.D, navigation, reverse camera, telephone. the manufacturer provides one year’s unlimited mileage warranty and this may be extended. You can have this very special car for only the price of a “Standard” CLK-GTR : 1,250,000 Euros. No taxes paid. No additional fees. 1,250,000 EUR YES
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CLK GTR LM 1998 Silver
- Magnificent example successfully raced during all the 1998 season with Zonta, Bouchut, Gunon and Ludwig. Le Mans (out), 1st at Budapest and Laguna Seca, 2nd at Suzuka, Donington and Austria, 4th at Hockeneim... and many other successful races. Example never seriously damaged, fully restored by Factory, concours condition, race ready. Available for 1,050,000 Euros. 1,100,000 EUR YES
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mookie: Yea there are speed limits in Brunei, BUT, they are very very rarely enforced by the police, so you can comfortably cruiser around at 200km/h without worrying about loosing your license.

Tezta: Of course we have MB dealers, or should I say, an MB dealer. We only have 1, and they seriously rip us off.
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Cool CLK-GTR

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Yes I see and quite expensive to boot. Thanks for the pics
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HUH????

which one is the GTR w209 and which is the w208?

i noticed that the clk gtr in both pics are the same : w208 clk gtr?

i didnt see w209 clk gtr???
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Here is the 2003 w209 CLK-GTR Roadster.:p

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Have to say the picture of the guy with his bit of arm-candy looks ridiculous, this is hardly a car to go shopping or touring in. Come to think of it, what is it for?
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Originally posted by blueSL
Have to say the picture of the guy with his bit of arm-candy looks ridiculous, this is hardly a car to go shopping or touring in. Come to think of it, what is it for?
iw as just gonna ask!

that car seems more of a track and show car then a real car like the SL.. lol
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and people are paying how much for that car?
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W208 CLK-GTR COUPE Price $1,573,000.00
W209 CLK-GTR ROADSTER Price N/A
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Powerful but ugly.
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Originally posted by ja1031
Powerful but ugly.
agreed
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Originally posted by ja1031
Powerful but ugly.
Hey, why doesn't he just get an Azteck and strap a rocket booster on the back of it....same thing, powerful but ugly
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the car looks like the old clk from the rear...and why doesn't it come with HID for such a high price tag...i would definately drive it...it is no doubt a show stopper...All women have to see is that beautiful star, then im sure they'll hop in...ShyneSL
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this is my personal favorite angle of the vehicle...ShyneSL
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Very impractical car though when you think about it. Look at the doors! How are you supposed to get in!!???
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Originally posted by dNA3D
Very impractical car though when you think about it. Look at the doors! How are you supposed to get in!!???
It's like driving a Formula 1 car for everyday use...


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