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C63 AMG Black Series for £100k(AllAfrica Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) A new, slightly more attainable supercar has joined the Mercedes' ranks - and the C63 AMG Coupe Black Series has its sights set on the BMW M3 GTS. Dominating the headlines is the 510bhp 6.2-litre V8 engine. Hooked up to Merc's 7G-Tronic paddleshift semi-auto gearbox, it puts out 59bhp more than the standard AMG Coupe. This helps shave three-tenths of a second off the 0-62mph time, taking it to only 4.2 seconds. And that's a mere four-tenths down on the SLS supercar. The engine note is incredible, too. A wider front and rear track, plus race-derived suspension, gives the coupé a lower and more muscular stance. This is enhanced by a bodykit, 19-inch multi-spoke alloys and blistered wheelarches. There's also a pair of air scoops on the bonnet, plus quad exhaust pipes and body-coloured brake calipers. The interior of the two-seater, shown here, is identified by its shell-like bucket seats and bright red seatbelts. There's a useful parcel shelf in the back, but it does without the roll cage seen on its more extreme M3 GTS rival. The cubic capacity has been boosted by 400cc to 4.4 litres. Power is up 24bhp to 444bhp and maximum torque dials in at 440Nm - which is noticeable from lower in the rev range. It all adds up to a remarkable package. The car is offered only with a double-clutch paddleshift box, which changes ratio with amazing speed. Understeer is virtually eliminated and the adjustable suspension gives a surprisingly comfortable ride. The brakes are barely changed from the M3's; they have less bulk to slow as the new car is lighter. The dash is awash with carbon trim and AMG Black Series logos. Buyers can add an AMG Track Package, to make the car even more focused for circuit work. This includes competition-spec tyres, extra transmission cooling and an adjustable rear spoiler. This £100, 000 is not for the EFCC to go after owners of this car but to appreciate how much work goes into this car for you to get your money's worth. Copyright Daily Trust. Distributed by AllAfrica Global Media (allAfrica.com). |