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VIDEO: Mercedes proves more is less with SL65 AMG Black

Posted by Hootan Mahallati | July 06, 2009 | In mercedes-benz supercars videos

We all know that of late, Mercedes-Benz has been very good at creating obscenely powerful engines that outdo its own....obscenely powerful engines. However, more power and torque do not always translate to superior performance.

Every once in a while, Mercedes seems to get it right, as is the case with the C63 AMG. However, as Jeremy Clarkson finds out in this review of the ultra-rare Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG Black Series, the Stuttgart giant has a long way to go to learn about finesse when it comes to ueber-performance cars. However, if you still want one, you will be happt to hear that 200 SL 65 Blacks are alotted to the US market.

Vital stats:
Engine: 6.0L V12 twin-turbo
Transmission: 5-Speed automatic
Power: 670 hp
Torque: 738 lb-ft
Top speed: 199 mph (limited)
0-60 mph: < 3.9 seconds
Price: $300,000

[Source: GermanCarScene.com via YouTube]

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