Times like this I wish I would have paid attention in my German classes because I would be able to understand what this guy is saying in the video below of the new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing in action. Just the other day we posted exclusive images of the new Benz SLS AMG (Gullwing) and now we are sharing a new video release just a couple days ago of the all new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing in its new skin.
2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG
Living down under and craving for a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG? Well, guess what? Mercedes-Benz recently revealed how much it would take for an Aussie to own an SLS. Starting at around $464,000, more than 40 SLS vehicles have been paid for, in Australia, and are set to be delivered this August.
Mercedes-Benz Australia Managing Director Horst von Sanden gave out the scoop on the current demand for the SLS in the country, which was far greater than expected. Even while they’re still waiting for the units to arrive and with months to go before deliveries go underway, orders are already piling up fast.
With reservations and payouts flooding in, Sanden fears they may run out of SLS units and not be able to keep up with the year’s demand.
It’s no wonder why the Aussies are so into the SLS. It’s one of the lightest supercars ever to grace the market, and with a racing heritage that it earned from its ancestor, the 300SL Gullwing, it’s a must-have for Mercedes-Benz collectors everywhere.
We all know that the Mercedes SLS AMG is a truly delicious sports car, but what some of us may not know is that there is an even more delectable version in the works. This sinfully delicious version will go into limited production in 2013 and will cost at least 50% more than a standard model.
What’s so yummy about this model? The new Black Series from Mercedes will feature the 6.2-liter V8 engine, but revised to deliver up to 600 hp and 500lb ft of torque done with a few special ingredients such as a larger air manifold, higher compression ratio, reprofiled camshafts, and other unspecified tweaks. Weight’s not going to be an issue with this dessert. The total weight of the Mercedes SLS AMG will be reduced by 50 kilos in the Black Series, so we can expect a sprint from 0 to 60 mph made in 3.5 seconds and a top speed of 208 mph. Satisfied yet?
Think you’ve seen everything? Well, not yet. You haven’t seen what Binz has been up to. The company got the green light from Mercedes-Benz to build a limo version of the ever-reliable E-Class, and they wasted no time in doing just that.
The outstretched E-Class gains 1.11 meters from its standard length. It gets two additional doors plus an additional row of seats, pegging its loading capacity at seven passengers, excluding the driver. Customers are given the option to turn the 2nd row aft, facing the 3rd row in traditional limo style, or simply get rid of it for a really individualized setup and lots of space. A leather-clad wall is available at the touch of a button to separate the driver from the passenger cabin portions.
Of course, with the longer wheelbase comes a strengthened chassis to increase torsional rigidity. You’ll also have the option to add armoring hardware in case you lead a very dangerous, high-profile life.
Powering the E-Class limo is a choice between the 350 CGI BlueEfficiency, the E500 and the E250 BlueEfficiency. The engine will be electronically limited, meaning the driver won’t be hooning around town while you’re in the office. Available now in Germany.
Mercedes Benz C300
May 1, 2010. Pune: Continuing the high-octane start of 2010, Mercedes Benz India today announced a sale of 321 units in April 2010 taking the cumulative sales for January- April 2010 to 1603 units. This marks a growth of 80% as compared to April 2009 and 69% as compared to Jan- April 2009.
| Category | April ’10 | Jan-Apr ’10 | April ’09 | Jan-Apr ’09 |
| S-Class | 22 | 166 | 19 | 124 |
| E-Class | 127 | 788 | 69 | 330 |
| C-Class | 147 | 539 | 86 | 407 |
| Imported cars | 25 | 110 | 4 | 88 |
| Total | 321 | 1603 | 178 | 949 |
Key Points:
In Jan-April 2010 the New E-Class (powered by 4 engines E350, E 350CDI BlueEFFICIENCY, E250, E250CDI BlueEFFICIENCY) continued to lead the segment and registered 139% growth, while the C-Class reinforced its popularity registering a growth of 32% over Jan-Apr 2009. The SUV’s from the Mercedes stable has received an overwhelming response. In Jan-April 2010 the company sold a total of 92 units of GL-Class and M-Class. In contast there were 55 units sold during the same period in 2009.
Dr. Wilfried Aulbur, Managing Director and CEO of Mercedes-Benz India commented: “Our intensive customer engagements, aggressive product introductions coupled with deep network penetration and focus on customer delight have ensured that we are the preferred choice for luxury car aficionados. Our sales numbers reflect our traction with the market.”
Mercedes-Benz started the year with the presentation of the SLS AMG at the Auto Expo 2010. In the past four months the company continued its aggressive product launch plans with12 new products introduced since January 2010.
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