SLK-Class (R171) The Mercedes SLK 55 AMG Black Series

[LaArtist]

if you read about the car.. or the option list there is a updated auto box option..wich should be damn fast at changing gears..

 

[Merc1]

I wonder what all this will mean for the U.S. market?

Yes a SL55 Black Series would be awesome indeed. Lose a few pounds, re-tune the suspension and drop in the engine from the standard SLR, 626hp?

M

 

[Deutsch]

Two quick things that have come into mind after reading some of the P.R. for the AMG P.S.

- It's about time AMG starts producing a lightweight series that can take on the M cars from BMW. I'm sure BMW will respond with an M coupe CSL.

- I think AMG taking on all these various entities is diluting the brand just a little, if AMG is to stand for high performance , let that be high performance, not turning CLS55's into barbie mobiles. I'm sure this new concept will all gel soon enough.

 

[dbtk]

Now, I have a reason to like the SLK again.

 

[Sunny]

if you read about the car.. or the option list there is a updated auto box option..wich should be damn fast at changing gears..

Changing gears fast is just one factor, being efficient is where automatics really suck. No matter how you cut it, the bottom line is in slush boxes there are no direct mechanical link between the engine side and the wheel side, just a viscous fluid, -hence the term 'slush' box. So no matter how Merc marketing spins it, it is never going to be as good a manual or SMG or a DSG. How many race cars - including Merc- do you know that have a "slush box"? So if AMG is really serious about performance, get a manual tranny.

 

[Deutsch]

They're working on a DSG tranny. It is my person belief that MB believes that stick shifts inconveince the driver, which isn't very fitting for brand virtues.

 

[Osnabrueck]

Woah woah... €107k EU?

Now look. I know there's a price to be paid for exclusivity, but this is a seriously nutso price when you consider that the SLK55 goes for about €62k EU or so.

I give AMG real credit for doing a very limited edition with some truely special modifications, but when you're getting into this kind of bonkers price range I think we deserve a special nameplate on the bumper (SLK55b perhaps).

 

[Deutsch]

I agree Osna. From a car fanatics point of view this is a favorable idea for an AMG car finally turned into fruition, but in the practical sense there are even better cars for that kind of money.

 

[GTA45E]

That SLK is fricken awesome!!!
I need to take the time to read this article, I have to log now because of these library time limits!!!:t -banghea

 

[cawimmer430]

*Speechless*

The SLK55 Black Edition...Jesus Christ, why can't money grow on trees!?

 

[Merc1]

Not sure if these had been posted before.

M

 

[Bruce]

From style nl on Revlovers

 

[cawimmer430]

God I love the R171 SLK, especially in AMG form.

 

[Bartek S.]

Brabus reveals its Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG Black Series

The new Black Series from Mercedes-Benz is an even more driver-focused variant of the V8-powered SLK 55 AMG Roadster, using motorsport-inspired technology to deliver scintillating performance and enhanced driving dynamics.

Output from the 5.5-litre AMG engine is boosted from 360 hp to 400 hp and 45 kg has been shaved off the kerbweight through the use of lightweight components including a new fixed hard top. As a result, the 0 to 62 mph dash drops from 4.9 to 4.5 seconds, while 125 mph is, where permitted, clocked up in just 15.5 seconds – a full two seconds quicker. Top speed is no longer restricted to 155 mph, and the car can reach 173 mph.
The exclusive nature of the SLK 55 AMG Black Series is signalled by even more muscular front wings made from ultra-light carbon fibre-reinforced plastic (CRP) and a restyled AMG front skirt with carbon fibre inlays. Large air intakes and side air outlets ensure a sufficient flow of air to the enlarged engine oil cooler and new transmission and steering oil coolers.

The SLK’s standard vario roof with its hydraulic closing mechanism has been replaced with a purposeful fixed hard top which has a central section in black carbon-fibre CRP. It means that not only is the car’s centre of gravity lower, there is also a significant weight loss – it now tips the scales over seven stones lighter than the standard car, at 1,495 kg, and the power/weight ratio improves from 234 hp/tonne to 268 hp/tonne.
The motorsport theme continues inside: two specially developed AMG sports bucket seats without side airbags offer superb lateral support and are trimmed in a black pearl velour complete with silver AMG logos. They are complemented by a leather and Alcantara trimmed steering wheel derived from that used in the FIA Formula One World Championship Official Safety Car, and lightweight AMG carbon fibre internal door centre panels.

The V8’s power output of 400 hp at 5,750 rpm compares with the standard AMG model’s 360 hp, produced at the same engine speed. It develops an even more muscular 520 Nm of torque at 3,750 rpm, up from 510 Nm at 4,000 rpm. Key enhancements include a modified air intake, an AMG sports air filter and a newly-developed exhaust system. Power continues to be fed through an AMG Speedshift 7G-TRONIC transmission with a manual drive programme and steering wheel-mounted aluminium shift paddles.

Naturally the chassis has been modified to match the increased performance capability of this special series SLK 55 AMG. Racetrack-optimised, AMG height-adjustable torsion suspension, including adjustable dampers permits even more impressive cornering ability. 19 inch ultra-light AMG forged alloy wheels with 235/35 ZR 19 (front) and 265/30 ZR 19 (rear) Pirelli P Zero Nero tyres replace the 18 inch items of the standard car. Greater body rigidity is provided by a brace across the engine bay, and for those looking for even sportier handling, there’s a limited slip differential available, priced at €3,475.

There is stopping power to match the performance and the front wheels continue to feature composite technology to minimise braking distances, optimise sensitivity and ensure high resistance to fading. The composite brake discs are now 360 mm in diameter, up from 340 mm. The 330 mm internally ventilated and perforated brake discs at the rear are retained.
The SLK 55 AMG Black Series may possess a level of driving dynamics orientated towards track use, but it is also a car eminently suited to everyday driving and provides the safety, durability and quality that come as standard across the Mercedes-Benz range. The Black Series is also offered with three additional AMG packages for even greater exclusivity: an AMG Leather package includes leather seats, dash, centre console, centre armrest, door panels and doorbags, and anti-roll bars for €6,310.

An AMG Interior Carbon Fibre package includes carbon fibre instrument cluster covers, steering wheel multi-function button covers, gearshift lever and door sill panels for €£2,630. An AMG Exterior Carbon Fibre package has carbon fibre front grille inserts, external mirror covers and rear boot spoiler trim, for €4,325.
The SLK 55 AMG Black Series is priced at €92,500 euros and is available by special order from Mercedes-Benz Retailers now. The euro price is converted to Sterling at the point of ordering.

 

[Merc1]

Maybe it is the time of night, but why is this news again? Didn't we have a SLK55 Black Series in Europe already? Is there something different about this edition from the last?

M

 

[tennmb]

What does this have to do with Brabus. i don't see anything to do with Brabus in this article or pictures.

 

[PanterroR]

True, tennmb.

Here's from MotorAuthority, they don't mention Brabus at all:

Mercedes-Benz updates the SLK 55 AMG Black Series
Posted on Tuesday 28 August 2007

Mercedes’ latest SLK 55 AMG Black Series has officially gone on sale, complete with a new 400hp (298kW) version of the 5.4L V8 and a 45kg lighter kerb weight. The increased performance figures see the car accelerate from 0-62mph in 4.5 seconds and its unrestricted top speed increase to 173mph. Modifications to the engine include a new air-intake, an AMG sports air filter and a newly-developed exhaust system.


Apart from the more powerful engine, the new Black Series SLK also gets a fixed carbon hard top, more muscular front wings, also made from carbon-fiber, plus a restyled AMG front skirt with carbon fiber inlays.
To make sure as much power as possible gets to the ground, engineers added a race-bred height-adjustable torsion suspension system with adjustable dampers, new 19in ultra-light AMG forged alloy wheels and a front sway bar residing above the engine. Stopping power comes from new 360mm composite brake discs up front and the older 330mm internally ventilated and perforated discs at the rear.


Inside, the car gets new AMG bucket seats, a leather and Alcantara trimmed steering wheel and AMG carbon fiber internal door center panels. Then of course, there’s the extensive options list with niceties such as full leather for the seats, dash, center console, armrests, door panels and anti-roll bars, as well as an AMG carbon-fiber pack for both the cabin and exterior.


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[Merc1]

I still don't get why this car is news again. Wasn't there already a SLK Black Series? This one has the same hp and everything, what is news here?

M

 

[PanterroR]

I don't know either... Something must be new to call this news...

 

[Merc1]

Maybe the first run sold so well that they're just doing another one? That is the only thing I can see because all the specs look to be the same as before.

M