Scheduled to be revealed at the Frankfurt Autoshow next week, the first images of the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG have leaked out onto the interwebs. Based on the classic 300SL “Gullwing”, the SLS packs an AMG standard front/mid-mounted version of MB’s visceral 6.3-liter V8, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission putting those 563 hp and 480 lb-ft of torque to work through the rear wheels. The SLS weighs in at 3,500 lbs and makes the sprint to 60 in 3.7 seconds.
many more pics of the SLS and the inspiration, as well as the sticker price after the jump
The new AMG is electronically limited at 197 mph, no worries the optional carbon ceramic stoppies should be more than sufficient to bring your $258k Merc to a standstill.
Inspiration comes from here obviously, the Mercedes Benz 300SL
