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For those interested, Classic Driver has an article on the G55 AMG Kompressor. The write-up includes several pics taken at the Mercedes-Benz museum in Sindelfingen.
Sixty-four pictures, four interior panorama shots, six videos and four sound clips showcasing various AMG models are available for your viewing pleasure over at Auto Bild. The publisher's staff recently tested the entire AMG lineup - 16 dream cars. It is a tough job but someone has to do it.
FYI: The Auto Bild link takes you to a Google translation page; the original is in German and the translation is marginal at best.
Considered the fastest sedan in the world, the Brabus Rocket (Mercedes-Benz CLS V12) is from the Tuner GP in Hockenheim, Germany. Some people don’t even consider this a Mercedes-Benz CLS anymore because it is so heavily modified by Brabus. It is also referred to as the “Brabus CLS V12 S Rocket.”
With a 40 percent share of AMG sales, the United States is the largest market in the world for AMG vehicles. The 2007 AMG models available in the U.S. are:
2007 E63 AMG Mercedes-Benz Sedan
All-new 507-horsepower AMG V-8, 7-speed automatic transmission with AMG SpeedShift™ and fingertip shift paddles, AMG-calibrated Airmatic suspension, and AMG-enhanced Sensotronic brakes with 8-piston calipers.
Engine:
AMG 6.3L 32-valve V-8
507 hp @ 6,800 rpm
MSRP:
$85,375
2007 E63 AMG Mercedes-Benz Wagon
AMG-calibrated Airmatic dual-control suspension, 507-horsepower V-8 engine, Burl Walnut wood interior trim, and seating for seven passengers.
Engine:
AMG-built 6.3L 32-valve V-8
507 hp @ 6,800 rpm
MSRP:
$86,175
2007 S65 AMG Mercedes-Benz
The S65 AMG features a 604-horsepower twin-turbocharged V-12 AMG engine linked to a resilient 5-speed automatic transmission adjusts to your driving style for smoother shifting, F1-inspired manual shifters, AMG-tuned Active Body Control (ABC), race-bred brakes, along with 20 inch AMG 5-spoke light alloy wheels.
The CLK63 AMG features a 6.3 liter 4-valve AMG-built V-8 engine, 14.2 inch race-derived compound brake rotors with AMG 6-piston calipers, inspired AMG-enhanced 7-speed automatic transmission with AMG SpeedShift™ programming, 18 inch AMG alloy wheels, heated AMG sport seats, twin chrome exhaust tips, and AMG-designed Nappa leather upholstery.
Engine:
AMG-built 6.3L DOHC 32-valve V-8
475 hp @ 6,800 rpm
MSRP:
$89,975
2007 CLS63 AMG Mercedes-Benz
The CLS63 AMG features a 507-horsepower V-8 under the hood, multicontour front seats with adjustable side bolsters and lumbar supports, rich perforated Nappa leather upholstery, and Formula 1-style manual shift paddles.
Engine:
AMG-built 6.3L DOHC 32-valve V-8
507 hp @ 6,800 rpm
MSRP:
$92,975
2006 CL55 AMG Mercedes-Benz
The CL55 comes with a 493-horsepower supercharged V-8, AMG-enhanced 5-speed automatic transmission with SpeedShift™ programming, race-bred brakes with 8-piston front calipers, 19″ AMG wheels and tires, Active Ventilated and dynamic multicontour front seats, AMG-designed Nappa leather upholstery, and four polished exhaust tips.
Engine:
AMG built supercharged 5.5L 24-valve V-8
493 hp @ 6,100 rpm
MSRP:
$121,275
2006 CL65 AMG Mercedes-Benz
Massive 604-horsepower twin-turbocharged V-12, race-derived compound brake rotors with AMG 8-piston composite calipers, inspired AMG-enhanced 5-speed automatic transmission with AMG SpeedShift™ programming, two-piece 19″ dual-spoke AMG wheels, dynamic multicontour seats, four polished exhaust tips, and AMG-designed Nappa leather upholstery.
Handcrafted V-8 engine pumping out 355 horsepower, 376 lb-ft of peak torque, and a 7-speed automatic transmission with steering wheel shift paddles, this roadster provides serious sports car thrills in true AMG style.
Engine:
AMG-built 5.5L SOHC 24-valve V-8
355 hp @ 5,750 rpm
MSRP:
$63,275
2007 SL55 AMG Mercedes-Benz
A 510-horsepower supercharged V-8 engine, fingertip manual-style shift paddles, race-bred high-performance brakes with 6-piston front calipers, retractable aluminum hardtop, and AMG-tuned Active Body Control (ABC).
Engine:
AMG-built supercharged 5.5L 24-valve V-8
510 hp @ 6,100 rpm
MSRP:
$129,575
2007 SL65 AMG Mercedes-Benz
Astonishing power and price. The SL65 AMG includes a 604-horsepower twin-turbocharged V-12, reinforced 5-speed automatic transmission with AMG SpeedShift™ programming, retractable aluminum hardtop, race-bred high-performance brakes with AMG 6-piston composite calipers, and 19 inch double-spoke AMG multipiece wheels.
The high-performance R63 AMG comes with a handcrafted V-8 engine that pumps out 503 peak horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque. Massive 15.4-inch internally ventilated brake discs stops the R63 AMG as effectively as it accelerates.
Engine:
AMG 6.3L 32-valve V-8
503 hp @ 6,800 rpm
MSRP:
$88,175
2007 ML63 AMG Mercedes-Benz
The ML63 AMG comes with flared wheel arches, a black AMG grille with chrome highlights, brushed rubber-studded stainless-steel running boards, dual quad exhaust tips, and 20-inch AMG 5-spoke light-alloy wheels.
Engine:
AMG-built 6.3L 32-valve V-8
503 hp @ 6,800 rpm
MSRP:
$86,275
2006 G55 AMG Mercedes-Benz
Supercharged, handcrafted 469-horsepower V-8, designo interior with fine leathers, and exquisite stitching.
Engine:
AMG-built supercharged 5.5L 24-valve V-8
469 hp @ 6,100 rpm
Looking for the original specs for your AMG or one you are interested in purchasing? Are you trying to find out what horsepower, acceleration times, engine and drivetrain specs, or the fuel economy for a 2003 C32 for example? There is an easy way to find out; here’s how.
First, go to this website, Mercedes-Benz USA, and click on “Model Overview” (menu bar, top right) and select the year for the vehicle of interest. You can find information on model years ranging from 2000-2006.
Next, select the model type (i.e., C-Class, SL-Class, etc.). Now look on the left side of the page and select the model of interest. AMG’s are usually found near the bottom of the list.
Once you have found your vehicle, you’ll see a picture of the car and menu options such as the following example for the 2003 C32 AMG:
For the newer models, the MSRP is provided. For this example - 2003 C32 AMG - the listed MSRP is $51,120. The site offers a wealth of information from MBUSA’s databases. If you can’t find what you are looking for, please leave a comment and we’ll see if we can help you out.
The S65 AMG’s twin-turbo engine features a number of high-tech modifications over the standard V12. Here are a few:
A precision-balanced crankshaft with a longer stroke,
Larger-bore forged pistons, and
An upgraded system for oil-spray cooling and bearing lubrication.
The S65 AMG can accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 4.2 seconds. The drive power is transferred to the wheels in the new S 65 AMG via the AMG SPEEDSHIFT five-speed automatic transmission with AMG steering-wheel gearshift paddles and DIRECT SELECT gearshift, the gear selector lever on the steering column.
The driver can use the “S/C/M” mode button in the center console to select from the “Sport”, “Comfort” and “Manual” shift programs that not only change the transmission characteristics but also the accelerator response and the spring/damper settings of the AMG sports suspension based on Active Body Control. The gears can also be shifted at any time using the silver-coloured aluminium gearshift paddles on the steering wheel.
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John Dowdeswell stopped by to let us know he is looking for AMG Mercedes-Benz pictures:
I am compiling one of our ‘road test’ books titled - AMG MERCEDES Gold Portfolio 1983-1999. The pics I have of AMGs covering this period are not worthy of the marque - even those supplied by M-B.
We have no budget for a front cover pic but would of course acknowledge anything we use and donate a copy when published - early next year. The pic we need is landscape in shape, in colour, and of course hi-res. Thanks for getting this far. John
If you have a picture for the book cover, please let us know and we’ll hook you up with John.
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