2014 Mercedes Benz Sls Amg Dark Series

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PRICE : For 2014 Benz SLS AMG Black Series $275,000

Mercedes-AMG presented the high-end super sports auto version of the gull-wing model, the novel Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series. Inspired past times the SLS AMG GT3 race car, the 5th Black Series model from Mercedes-AMG boasts a fascinating mix of breath-taking design, outstanding driving dynamics as well as uncompromising lightweight structure inwards accordance amongst the "AMG Lightweight Performance" strategy. With a DIN kerb weight of 1550 kilograms, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series achieves a power/weight ratio of 2.45 kg/hp. The AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine generates a might output of 464 kW (631 hp) at 7400 rpm as well as accelerates the near dynamic gull-wing model of all fourth dimension to 100 km/h inwards 3.6 seconds. The coil-over AMG RIDE CONTROL surgical physical care for suspension, the AMG ceramic high-performance composite brake arrangement as well as the weight-optimised forged AMG light-alloy wheels amongst newly developed sports tyres combine amongst the electronically controlled AMG rear-axle differential lock as well as the AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission featuring uncompromisingly emotional shift as well as reply times to lift the SLS AMG Black Series to a novel level. The AMG Aerodynamics packet is optionally available to farther boost the vehicle's driving dynamics.

Black Series - a cry that resonates amongst automobile experts as well as enthusiasts. Following on from the SLK55 AMG Black Series from 2006, the CLK63 AMG Black Series, the SL65 AMG Black Series as well as the C63 AMG Black Series, the 5th exponent sees the Black Series entering a novel dimension amongst the gull-wing model.

EXTERIOR

Onlookers won't error the novel 2014 SLS AMG Black Series for anything else, especially when the auto is painted inwards its exclusive Solar Beam color. If the Solar Beam pigment isn't appealing, Mercedes volition offering its novel high-performance GT inwards vi additional hues, including a matte-finish Magno Alanite Grey.

Subtle styling modifications include tinted headlights, dark trim surrounding the taillights, flared fenders, as well as enlarged air intakes amongst carbon fiber trim. Carbon fiber-reinforced plastic is used to build the SLS AMG Black Series model's outside torso kit, hood as well as other structural components, helping the auto to weigh inwards at simply 3,417 pounds.

The novel SLS AMG Black Series rides on a laid of staggered-width forged AMG lightweight alloy wheels, painted matte-black as well as featuring a 10-spoke design. The 19-inch front end as well as 20-inch parent wheels are wrapped inwards Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 surgical physical care for tires.

SPORTY FUNCTIONAL INTERIOR

A functional, sporty racing-car atmosphere is prevalent within the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series, amongst high-quality materials demonstrating precision workmanship as well as exquisitely designed details. There is a choice of ii color variants: Alcantara dark or Alcantara black/red. With the two-tone variant, the door centre panels as well as the applications on the centre console as well as higher upwards the glove compartment are finished inwards red. The AMG Performance steering bicycle amongst flattened bottom rim department features Alcantara all circular for a goodness grip. In the top department the steering bicycle features a sporty crimson 12 o'clock marking. The existent metallic bezel features a high-gloss dark pigment complete to jibe the high-gloss dark surrounds of the air vents. Influenza A virus subtype H5N1 specially high-quality as well as exclusive Black Series particular is the so-called "3D seam" which runs horizontally along the dashboard: a fine Alcantara strip inwards anthracite features across the entire width of the leather covering. Red contrasting stitching inwards the leather lend an accomplished complete to the 3D seam, underscoring the hand-crafted character.

The combination of designo leather as well as Alcantara features throughout the interior - on the bottom department of the dashboard, for example, on the door centre panels as well as on the AMG sports bucket seats, whose centre sections are covered amongst Alcantara. Embossed AMG emblems on the caput restraints are farther exclusive eye-catchers. In add-on to providing first-class lateral back upwards at high cornering speeds, the AMG sports bucket seats are likewise xv kilograms lighter than the touchstone AMG sports seats.

The absence of the COMAND APS multimedia arrangement reduces the vehicle's weight past times an additional vi kilograms every bit a farther demonstration of the SLS AMG Coupe Black Series' uncompromisingly purist character. In house of the covert betwixt the air vents, a carbon-fibre trim chemical element exudes an authentic racing atmosphere. COMAND APS is optionally available ex-factory. The vehicle's occupants volition likewise divulge the motorsport textile carbon fibre on the entire centre console amongst the AMG DRIVE UNIT. Bold highlights are added past times crimson topographic point belts as well as crimson contrasting stitching on the AMG sports bucket seats, the centre console, the upper as well as lower department of the dashboard as well as the door panelling. The flooring mats similarly characteristic crimson edging.

V8 ENGINE DRIVETRAIN

The uprated AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine generating a might output of 464 kW (631 hp) as well as 635 Newton metres of torque is a byword for thrilling driving dynamics, making the SLS AMG CoupeBlack Series the near powerful AMG high-performance automobile amongst a combustion engine at present. Only the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe Electric Drive amongst a maximum output of 552 kW comes amongst greater might reserves.

The SLS AMG Coupe Black Series accelerates to 100 km/h inwards 3.6 seconds. The top speed stands at 315 km/h. The additional 44 kW (60 hp) of might inwards comparing to the 420 kW (571 hp) offered past times the SLS AMG has been achieved past times the next measures:

► Increase inwards maximum engine speed from 7200 to 8000 rpm
► Fully revised high-speed valve prepare amongst modified camshafts, adapted cam geometry as well as optimised bucket tappets featuring a special coating which is otherwise exclusive to racing vehicles
► Modification of the intake air ducting: derestriction as well as adaptation to the novel maximum engine speed
► Adaptation of the engine application as well as increment inwards peak pressure

The engineers at Mercedes-AMG induce got farther optimised the crank assembly inwards the interests of optimum stability inwards tough racing use. The measures carried out hither include modified fossil oil bores inwards the crankshaft, novel crankshaft bearings, a novel fossil oil see as well as high-strength screwed connections for the conrods. The entire H2O as well as fossil oil cooling arrangement for the engine as well as transmission has likewise undergone farther optimisation. The AMG V8 engine inwards the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe Black Series is additionally provided amongst a special back upwards system. Influenza A virus subtype H5N1 gas-filled strut braces the eight-cylinder engine on the body, effectively eliminating undesired charge alter reactions inwards highly dynamic driving on the race track. The AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine is hand-built at the AMG hand-finishing department inwards Affalterbach, according to the philosophy "one man, 1 engine". This hand-made character is confirmed past times the dark AMG engine badge bearing the responsible engine fitter's signature which is a hallmark of the Black Series models.

The eight-cylinder naturally aspirated engine installed every bit a front end mid-engine behind the front end axle boasts racing car-style reply as well as livelier than always revving ability. The powerful AMG V8 engine's race rails aspirations are likewise apparent inwards its sound: the newly designed AMG sports exhaust system, produced inwards titanium for the inaugural of all time, features distinctive centre as well as parent mufflers which furnish for a to a greater extent than powerful as well as fifty-fifty to a greater extent than striking engine sound. The switch from steel to titanium has spawned substantial weight savings: at simply nether 17 kilograms, the novel AMG sports exhaust arrangement is about thirteen kilograms lighter than its predecessor. The novel arrangement features the performance-enhancing fan-type exhaust pipes which induce got been inwards exercise to date.

DESIGN

A striking characteristic on the sides is the attractive integration of the side skirts, which combine amongst the side characteristic employment inwards appealing fashion. The carbon elements fitted along the bottom at the sides popular off on the employment of the carbon-fibre front end splitter along to the rear. AMG forged wheels inwards a series-specific 10-spoke design, painted inwards matt dark amongst a high sheen finish, furnish glimpses of the AMG ceramic high-performance composite brake system. AMG forged wheels inwards matt dark amongst high-sheen rim flange are alternatively available.

The parent of the SLS AMG Coupe Black Series presents a brawny appearance on a par amongst that of the front end end. The broad wings as well as the striking parent diffusor are the predominant features here. The diffusor extends beyond the profile of the parent apron as well as produces additional downforce at the parent axle. This results inwards greater driving stability at high speeds. Visible air openings behind dark grilles serve to command the dischrage of hot air inwards the expanse of the AMG titanium sports exhaust system. The ii sets of twin chrome tailpipes amongst a foursquare cross-section furnish a visual demonstration of the gull-wing super sports car's might as well as dynamism - an impression that is backed upwards past times a corresponding sound. The exclusive AMG logo amongst contrasting Black Series lettering inwards dark adds a discreet withal striking behave upon at the top correct of the kicking lid.

NEW AMG REAR-AXLE DIFFERENTIAL LOCK

A novel electronically controlled AMG rear-axle differential lock wîth a shorter parent axle ratio replaces the mechanical variant. Integrated into the compact transmission housing, this arrangement operates wîth a variable locking final result nether acceleration as well as deceleration. In addition, the electronics are forthwith to a greater extent than responsive, enabling fantabulous traction for the parent wheels nether all route conditions. The electronic AMG rear-axle differential lock likewise benefits safety. By reducing the vehicle's yaw about its vertical axis, the arrangement provides a stabilizing final result inwards slaloms or when changing lane at high speeds.

The touchstone three-stage ESP arrangement featuring the functions 'ESP ON', 'ESP SPORT Handling Mode' as well as 'ESP OFF' is precision-tuned to the electronic AMG rear-axle differential lock. The same applies to the RACE START function, which industrial plant wîth the electronic differential lock to furnish perfect traction when accelerating from a standing start.

AMG HIGH-SOUND SYSTEM

A highlight amidst the optional equipment as well as appointments is the Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end surroundings sound system, developed past times Mercedes-Benz as well as Mercedes-AMG together amongst renowned Danish sound specialist Bang & Olufsen. The Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end surroundings sound arrangement amongst Dolby Digital 5.1 enables an exclusive music sense of the really highest standard. This is made possible past times a grand W amplifier as well as eleven loudspeakers inwards conjunction amongst precise distribution of the music signals past times the sound processor according to the selectable topographic point positions - driver, co-driver or central. The DSP digital sound processor additionally enables the user to switch betwixt the high-end studio sound ("Reference") as well as a surroundings sound option. All functions are controlled via COMAND APS (optional item) inwards a special Bang & Olufsen menu. The illuminated 50 W lens tweeters are a special highlight on the dashboard. The 250 W subwoofer is accommodated inwards the parent shelf. High-quality loudspeaker covers sporting the Bang & Olufsen logo dot the high-end system's exclusive character.

AMG AERODYNAMICS

The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe Black Series tin live upgraded amongst the optional AMG Aerodynamics package. This packet features a fixed, adjustable carbon-fibre parent aerofoil inwards the vogue of the SLS AMG GT3 inwards house of the standard-fit aerofoil which extends automatically at speeds of over 120 km/h. The parent aerofoil is braced past times aluminium elements on a special insert on the kicking lid as well as provides for fifty-fifty greater negative elevator forcefulness on the parent axle - non to the lowest degree of all every bit a final result of the Gurney flap, named after its inventor, Dan Gurney, a one-time racing driver, designer as well as squad owner. This viii millimetre-high spoiler lip fitted to the parent aerofoil at an angle of xc degrees results inwards a farther increment inwards downforce without significantly increasing drag. The parent aerofoil is complemented past times additional carbon-fibre flics on the front end apron which farther cut back downforce at the front end axle, every bit opposed to the to a greater extent than inward-lying standard-fit carbon-fibre flics which serve to optimise the inflow of air into the cooling modules.

The optionally available expressive color AMG solar beam is exclusive to the SLS AMG Coupe Black Series. Six other outside pigment finishes from the SLS AMG arrive at are available, including the matt pigment designo magno alanite grey.

DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION

The overall might transmission arrangement is likewise a major contributory factor to the outstanding driving dynamics of the SLS AMG Coupe Black Series. The AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission is installed 10 millimetres lower inwards gild to accomplish a lower centre of gravity for the vehicle as well as is braced against the torso past times gas-filled struts inwards gild to avoid stress cycles. The dual clutch transmission features 4 driving modes (C, S, S+ as well as M). "Sport plus" as well as "Manual" inwards particular furnish for markedly sportier surgical physical care for than amongst the SLS AMG as well as SLS AMG GT models. In add-on to an increment inwards shifting speed, the reduced reply fourth dimension to shift commands from the driver as well as the shifting hardness furnish for pure dynamism.

An fifty-fifty to a greater extent than thrilling characteristic is the automatic double-declutching component subdivision during downshifting: the throttle blips when shifting gear are to a greater extent than pronounced as well as to a greater extent than strikingly audible than ever, due to the AMG titanium sports exhaust system. There is likewise a novel temporary M mode. In C, south or S+ mode, this enables the driver to activate manual way without having to take away a manus from the steering wheel, past times pressing the "up" or "down" shift paddle once. In temporary M way the driver experiences the dynamism as well as surgical physical care for of gear-shifting inwards manual way inwards all of the automatic driving programmes, amongst automatic up- as well as down-shifting into the bargain. This allows the driver to devote his total attending to the vehicle's impressive performance.

BRAKE

The brake arrangement on the SLS AMG Black Series boasts fantabulous deceleration surgical physical care for as well as outstanding stability. The touchstone AMG high-performance ceramic two-piece brake arrangement measures 15.8 x 1.5 inches at the front end as well as 14.2 x 1.3 inches at the rear, as well as characteristic increased hardness for enhanced thermal stability, combined wîth a weight reduction of about forty per centum over their steel/aluminum counterparts. As a final result of this reduced unsprung weight, they optimize both comfort as well as grip, piece the reduced rotating masses on the front end deliver a to a greater extent than straight §teering response. The weight savings is closed to 35.3 pounds, compared to a conventional steel / aluminum brake system.

LIGHTWEIGHT PERFORMANCE

Lightweight at its core: amongst a kerb weight of 1550 kilograms (DIN), the novel SLS AMG Coupe Black Series is non only seventy kilograms lighter than the SLS AMG, but likewise attains the best power/weight ratio of all AMG Black Series vehicles to appointment past times far. The figure of 2.45 kg/hp volition likewise behave upwards to comparing inwards the super sports auto scene. Such a ratio is made possible past times systematic application of the "AMG Lightweight Performance" strategy. Numerous torso elements, such every bit the bonnet, the parent panel behind the AMG sports bucket seats, the diagonal braces on the underbody as well as the torque underground betwixt engine as well as transmission consist exclusively of the motorsport textile carbon fibre (carbon fibre-reinforced plastic). In contrast to its 26.6-kilogram counterpart amongst sand-cast aluminium housing, the carbon-fibre torque underground weighs only 13.3 kilograms. As previously, might transmission betwixt the engine as well as the dual clutch transmission (transaxle principle) which is flange-mounted on the parent axle is effected past times agency of a carbon fibre-reinforced plastic (CRP) motion shaft weighing only 4.7 kilograms. Influenza A virus subtype H5N1 release of parts on the aluminium spaceframe induce got likewise been replaced past times CRP components. Influenza A virus subtype H5N1 lithium-ion battery which is used inwards house of the conventional starter battery saves a farther viii kilograms.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

► Displacement: 6208 cc

► Bore x stroke: 102.2 x 94.6 mm

► Compression ratio: 11.3 : 1

► Output: 464 kW (631 hp) @ 7400 rpm

► Max. torque: 635 Nm (468 lb-ft) @ 5500 rpm

► Maximum engine speed: 8000 rpm

► Engine weight (dry): 205 kg (452 lbs)

► Fuel consumption, NEDC combined: 13.7 l/100 km

► CO2 emissions: 321 g/km

► Efficiency class: G

► Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 3.6 s

0-60 mph: 3.5 s

► Top speed: 315 km/h (196 mph)

PRESS RELEASE

Having made its global auto present debut at the 2012 Los Angeles International Auto Show inwards Nov 2012, the 2014 SLS AMG Black Series coupe goes on sale inwards the U.S. inwards extremely limited production offset August 2013. Featuring a straight transfer of motorsports engineering from the SLS AMG GT3 race car, the 5th Black Series model (fourth inwards the USA) from Mercedes-AMG boasts a fascinating mix of breathtaking design, outstanding driving dynamics as well as lightweight structure inwards employment amongst the "AMG Lightweight Performance" strategy. With a curb weight of 3,616 pounds, the 2014MY SLS AMG Black Series achieves a power/weight ratio of 5.81 lb/hp. The AMG 6.3-liter V8 engine generates a might output of 622 hp at 7,400 rpm as well as accelerates the near dynamic SLS of all fourth dimension to lx mph inwards 3.5 seconds.

The SLS AMG Black Series achieves a whole novel even out of surgical physical care for amongst an adjustable coilover AMG Adaptive Performance Suspension, AMG high-performance ceramic two-piece brake arrangement as well as weight-optimized, forged AMG light-alloy wheels amongst specially developed, ultra high-performance tires. Additional highlights include an electronically-controlled AMG rear-axle differential lock as well as the AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission featuring spectacular shift as well as reply times using dual clutch technology. The touchstone AMG Aerodynamics packet delivers a farther boost to the vehicle's treatment as well as driving dynamics.

Black Series is a cry that resonates amongst automobile experts as well as enthusiasts worldwide. Following the SLK55 AMG Black Series from 2006 (European model), the 2008 CLK63 AMG Black Series, the 2009 SL65 AMG Black Series as well as the 2013 C63 AMG Black Series, the 5th inwards the lineup sees the Black Series larn into a whole novel dimension amongst the iconic SLS AMG. "The novel SLS AMG Black Series is a perfect report inwards the 1 hundred per centum transfer of engineering as well as engineering scientific discipline from motorsport to road. We induce got drawn inspiration from the worldwide success of the SLS AMG GT3 client sport racing auto on both a conceptual as well as a technological level. Boasting numerous lightweight components as well as fascinating dynamics, our 5th Black Series model guarantees pure, unadulterated 'Driving Performance.' The SLS AMG Black Series is the ultimate choice for fast laps as well as a highly emotional driving experience," says Ola Källenius, Chairman of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.

"Fans of high-performance super sports cars volition live fascinated past times its high-tech package. The solid set down for passionate surgical physical care for as well as supreme driving dynamics is provided past times numerous novel developments inwards the engine, transmission, interruption as well as aerodynamics likewise giving top priority to our 'AMG Lightweight Performance' strategy. Outstanding efforts inwards the plain of lightweight blueprint induce got resulted inwards a curb weight of 3,616 pounds," notes Tobias Moers, Head of Total Vehicle Development as well as Member of the Board of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.

The uprated AMG 6.3-liter V8 engine generating a might output of 622 hp as well as 468 lb-ft of torque is a synonym for thrilling driving dynamics, making the 2014 SLS AMG Black Series the near powerful AMG high-performance automobile amongst a combustion engine. Only the SLS AMG Electric Drive amongst a maximum output of 740 hp has to a greater extent than power.

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