Slk 63???
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From: canada
Originally Posted by bloflin
That is old and outdated press speculation (check the byline August, 2005).
You will NOT see a 2007 AMG SLK63.
It MIGHT be possible to see a MY 2008, announced in 2007, with first production capability in late 2007. This would be general availability for most of us mere mortals in 2008.
However, MB has not officially decided ANYTHING yet concerning SLK63.
You will NOT see a 2007 AMG SLK63.
It MIGHT be possible to see a MY 2008, announced in 2007, with first production capability in late 2007. This would be general availability for most of us mere mortals in 2008.
However, MB has not officially decided ANYTHING yet concerning SLK63.
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blkslk55: are you in the states? If so, I'd take what MBUSA tells you with a grain of salt. They are usually the last to be informed of any major modifications or new MB's coming out... and they do like to keep their clients by telling them things.
But having said that, I have a hunch the 63 will come out in a few years time.
But having said that, I have a hunch the 63 will come out in a few years time.
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Originally Posted by Shinigami
blkslk55: are you in the states? If so, I'd take what MBUSA tells you with a grain of salt. They are usually the last to be informed of any major modifications or new MB's coming out... and they do like to keep their clients by telling them things.
But having said that, I have a hunch the 63 will come out in a few years time.
But having said that, I have a hunch the 63 will come out in a few years time.
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From: Germany, Munich
2001 CLK55 Conv.-sold, 2003 CLK320 Conv.-sold, 2006 CLK55 AMG Coupe sold, SLK55 AMG, G400d, G63AMG
Hello from Germany.
I can tell you officially that no SLK63 will come for the next 3 years.
There is already an upgrade version with 400hp.
However comparing the market conditions no roadster will have more hp as already the SLK55 has.
For infor the Z4 M coupe will have only 343hp.Mercedes strategy will rely on the future to keep the same engine with probably great output of 400hp.
Maybe for the facelift version there could be offered an SLK63, However I doubt that.
Please check my posts for degree of trusts. See also thread of my hypothesis for predicting the CLK63 before any thought off.
Kind regards from Germany,
GG
I can tell you officially that no SLK63 will come for the next 3 years.
There is already an upgrade version with 400hp.
However comparing the market conditions no roadster will have more hp as already the SLK55 has.
For infor the Z4 M coupe will have only 343hp.Mercedes strategy will rely on the future to keep the same engine with probably great output of 400hp.
Maybe for the facelift version there could be offered an SLK63, However I doubt that.
Please check my posts for degree of trusts. See also thread of my hypothesis for predicting the CLK63 before any thought off.
Kind regards from Germany,
GG
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Originally Posted by blkslk55
shinigami, i am in canada.
Well, anyway, good luck with the 63 if it does come out. As the poster just above mentioned, AMG is offering a 400hp kit for limited use in Europe, and it'll probably come out globally as well...
400hp in this car is "a lot", so having 500 or more is truly a killer (of all other roadsters in this segment, that is).
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SLK55k didn't happen because of pedestrian safety laws I believe... and I think that's also one reason why they were moving away from supercharges because they need a certain amount of room between the hood and engine just incase some idiot bounces on your car 
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Originally Posted by Shinigami
Ok, sorry 'bout that. It helps if members post their location in their profiles
Well, anyway, good luck with the 63 if it does come out. As the poster just above mentioned, AMG is offering a 400hp kit for limited use in Europe, and it'll probably come out globally as well...
400hp in this car is "a lot", so having 500 or more is truly a killer (of all other roadsters in this segment, that is).
Well, anyway, good luck with the 63 if it does come out. As the poster just above mentioned, AMG is offering a 400hp kit for limited use in Europe, and it'll probably come out globally as well...
400hp in this car is "a lot", so having 500 or more is truly a killer (of all other roadsters in this segment, that is).
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Is it 3,420 pounds or 3,455 pounds??
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Originally Posted by blkslk55
i have been told by the dealer that this is confirmed with benz. as such, i have given my deposit on the '07 slk63 which i hope to be flying (yep, not driving)!!
I'm dead serious.
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Originally Posted by bloflin
Well, I hope so, for all our sakes, but tell ya what... I'll pay you the interest on your deposit and your first tank of gas, if you get a MY 2007 SLK63 in 2007!
I'm dead serious.
I'm dead serious.
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No, that seems like the 400hp SLK made specially for leading a race or something like that.
Already mentioned in previous threads. Same CF roof, the CF side vents and so on, and so on...
Already mentioned in previous threads. Same CF roof, the CF side vents and so on, and so on...
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I have seen almost similar car on as a safty car in some Asiancup racing ( not the same with safty car pictures ur normally sees) . I would not be so sure that this would be the new engine changes. You can try look it up on Mbslk.com. They have a few pictures of it as a safety car.
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http://www.autospies.com/article/ind...&categoryId=21
From this link:
"CLK 63 AMG Coupé and Cabriolet
In the CLK 63 AMG Coupé and Cabriolet models too, which are likewise making their world debut in Geneva, the AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine creates an awesome driving experience. The CLK 63 AMG produces more power and torque – 354 kW/481 hp and 630 Newton metres – than any other vehicle in this class. The new AMG SPEEDSHIFT 7G-TRONIC transmission complements it perfectly, helping to ensure dynamic power delivery.
The new AMG sports suspension, new 18-inch AMG light-alloy wheels and luxurious and dynamic standard appointments add to the exclusive and sporty theme of the CLK family. In addition, the front wheels are equipped with a new AMG high-performance composite brake system.
The dynamic AMG bodystyling, featuring a new, more distinctively contoured front apron with side air vents, underscores the CLK 63 AMG's position as a sporty flagship model combining dynamism with exclusiveness. These qualities are also on display in the interior of the two eight-cylinder models, for example in the new AMG ergonomic sports steering wheel, multicontour AMG sports seats and exclusive nappa leather upholstery."
I'm assuming this's the detuned 63 (62 if you're ****) motor AMG's thinking about putting in the SLK. That's not bad at all...Around 481hp & 465tq!
From this link:
"CLK 63 AMG Coupé and Cabriolet
In the CLK 63 AMG Coupé and Cabriolet models too, which are likewise making their world debut in Geneva, the AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine creates an awesome driving experience. The CLK 63 AMG produces more power and torque – 354 kW/481 hp and 630 Newton metres – than any other vehicle in this class. The new AMG SPEEDSHIFT 7G-TRONIC transmission complements it perfectly, helping to ensure dynamic power delivery.
The new AMG sports suspension, new 18-inch AMG light-alloy wheels and luxurious and dynamic standard appointments add to the exclusive and sporty theme of the CLK family. In addition, the front wheels are equipped with a new AMG high-performance composite brake system.
The dynamic AMG bodystyling, featuring a new, more distinctively contoured front apron with side air vents, underscores the CLK 63 AMG's position as a sporty flagship model combining dynamism with exclusiveness. These qualities are also on display in the interior of the two eight-cylinder models, for example in the new AMG ergonomic sports steering wheel, multicontour AMG sports seats and exclusive nappa leather upholstery."
I'm assuming this's the detuned 63 (62 if you're ****) motor AMG's thinking about putting in the SLK. That's not bad at all...Around 481hp & 465tq!
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You got it! Here is another link. I don't know if somebody already posted this.
http://automobilemag.com/auto_shows/...ls_clk_63_amg/
For sure there will be a SLK 63 AMG! Around November 2006? Das ist ganz verrueckt!
http://automobilemag.com/auto_shows/...ls_clk_63_amg/
For sure there will be a SLK 63 AMG! Around November 2006? Das ist ganz verrueckt!
Originally Posted by Maverick!
http://www.autospies.com/article/ind...&categoryId=21
From this link:
"CLK 63 AMG Coupé and Cabriolet
In the CLK 63 AMG Coupé and Cabriolet models too, which are likewise making their world debut in Geneva, the AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine creates an awesome driving experience. The CLK 63 AMG produces more power and torque – 354 kW/481 hp and 630 Newton metres – than any other vehicle in this class. The new AMG SPEEDSHIFT 7G-TRONIC transmission complements it perfectly, helping to ensure dynamic power delivery.
The new AMG sports suspension, new 18-inch AMG light-alloy wheels and luxurious and dynamic standard appointments add to the exclusive and sporty theme of the CLK family. In addition, the front wheels are equipped with a new AMG high-performance composite brake system.
The dynamic AMG bodystyling, featuring a new, more distinctively contoured front apron with side air vents, underscores the CLK 63 AMG's position as a sporty flagship model combining dynamism with exclusiveness. These qualities are also on display in the interior of the two eight-cylinder models, for example in the new AMG ergonomic sports steering wheel, multicontour AMG sports seats and exclusive nappa leather upholstery."
I'm assuming this's the detuned 63 (62 if you're ****) motor AMG's thinking about putting in the SLK. That's not bad at all...Around 481hp & 465tq!
From this link:
"CLK 63 AMG Coupé and Cabriolet
In the CLK 63 AMG Coupé and Cabriolet models too, which are likewise making their world debut in Geneva, the AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine creates an awesome driving experience. The CLK 63 AMG produces more power and torque – 354 kW/481 hp and 630 Newton metres – than any other vehicle in this class. The new AMG SPEEDSHIFT 7G-TRONIC transmission complements it perfectly, helping to ensure dynamic power delivery.
The new AMG sports suspension, new 18-inch AMG light-alloy wheels and luxurious and dynamic standard appointments add to the exclusive and sporty theme of the CLK family. In addition, the front wheels are equipped with a new AMG high-performance composite brake system.
The dynamic AMG bodystyling, featuring a new, more distinctively contoured front apron with side air vents, underscores the CLK 63 AMG's position as a sporty flagship model combining dynamism with exclusiveness. These qualities are also on display in the interior of the two eight-cylinder models, for example in the new AMG ergonomic sports steering wheel, multicontour AMG sports seats and exclusive nappa leather upholstery."
I'm assuming this's the detuned 63 (62 if you're ****) motor AMG's thinking about putting in the SLK. That's not bad at all...Around 481hp & 465tq!
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Originally Posted by Marky-Mark
My concern is not that my car (SLK55) will be out-performed but that my car could take a hefty hit on the depreciation side of things!?! Any comments?
Personally, my (pure) speculation, is that an SLK63 would be priced at a good premium (see all the discussion on how it would impact SL further, etc.). The SLK350 price wouldn't be affected at all, so MB may want to continue to have the SLK55 slotted in there between SLK350 and SLK63. I don't think they would drop the price on the 55 (the car mags already all write it up as the best bargain MB in fleet).
So you could even postulate that an SLK63 would enhance the SLK55, as it would garner more positive write-ups etc, and that would "rub off" on the other models.
Just the way the SLK55 "enhances" the SLK350, in my opinion.
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From: canada
Originally Posted by bloflin
Well, I hope so, for all our sakes, but tell ya what... I'll pay you the interest on your deposit and your first tank of gas, if you get a MY 2007 SLK63 in 2007!
I'm dead serious.
I'm dead serious.
seems to me that the slk63 will be roughly 510hp from what i have been told. it will be a monster. i can't wait!!
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From: canada
Originally Posted by Marky-Mark
My concern is not that my car (SLK55) will be out-performed but that my car could take a hefty hit on the depreciation side of things!?! Any comments?
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Originally Posted by blkslk55
blofin looks like i might be collecting my interest and gas from u my freind!
seems to me that the slk63 will be roughly 510hp from what i have been told. it will be a monster. i can't wait!!
seems to me that the slk63 will be roughly 510hp from what i have been told. it will be a monster. i can't wait!!
Still, that's a pretty good number
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2005 SLK55 AMG
Originally Posted by blkslk55
blofin looks like i might be collecting my interest and gas from u my freind!
seems to me that the slk63 will be roughly 510hp from what i have been told. it will be a monster. i can't wait!!
seems to me that the slk63 will be roughly 510hp from what i have been told. it will be a monster. i can't wait!!
But I stand by it, there has been no information that points to an SLK63 for MY2007.
