The SL63 features the same 525hp 6.3L V8 engine as the production model and accelerates from 0-62mph in the same 4.6 seconds. A newly developed AMG sport exhaust system with larger pipe diameter and new rear silencers allows the high-revving AMG naturally aspirated engine to breathe even more freely.
Other modifications to the car include an uprated cooling system and new heavy-duty composite brakes. The vehicles feature larger coolers for the engine oil, transmission oil, cooling water and power steering. The SL63 safety car is also 220kg lighter than the production model thanks to a number of weight saving measures. These include carbon-fiber panels used for the bonnet, front and rear aprons, front wings and luggage compartment lid. The car’s roof is also fixed, meaning engineers could remove the complex convertible mechanism. The result is a weight reduction of 220 kg, with the Safety Car weighing in at just 1750 kg (with a full tank and without occupants).
Mercedes-Benz SL63 Safety Car
Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG
Reader Comments
Fri Mar 7 2008 11:37 PM
rnsaza says
Well Merc now basically own McLaren, McLaren manufactures ALL the F1 car management systems... Should we start thinking of calling F1 the Mercedes/McLaren World series?
Sat Mar 8 2008 9:01 PM
justin says
no we shouldnt because remember not all the cars are mclaren not up to date with f1 and correct me if im wrong, remeber bmw has sauber to get the f1 cars and ferrari is independant
Sun Mar 9 2008 3:07 AM
Raptor says
I would love to see a drag race between this and regular SL65 AMG.
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