'Mercedes-Benz classic reinvented in the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG'

Mercedes-Benz classic reinvented in the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

09/28/09 08:15

Gullwing doors are the characteristics of the classic future car. In today's setting, it is rather rare and awe-inspiring to see one of those few cars that featured hinges near the ceiling. This kind of design was conceived in the 1950's through the Mercedes-Benz 200SL.

50 years after the design's conception, the first designers are returning to make a reinterpretation of the classic. Mercedes-Benz announced the production of its newest sports car, hoped to be the next design icon, the SLS AMG.

And, no, the new SLS is not all about gullwing doors and cool-looking interiors. This monster of a vehicle can hit a speed of 60mph in just 3.6 seconds, with a speed limit electronically set at 195mph. Testers of the vehicle from AutoNews.com can also guarantee the superb driving experience that this machine can give. According to the site, the vehicle offers "supreme handling dynamics...brutal acceleration, neutral handling, and terrific balance."

The interiors, meanwhile, feature a three-spoke leather steering wheel, leather sports buckets, and magnesium backrests. The inspiration of the interiors of the car was taken from aircraft construction, so expect to really feel like flying once you're riding the mean machine.

It used to be that cars of that type only appeared in my imagination. I seriously couldn't imagine having actual sports cars with gullwing doors. Now here they are. Here they are back from the 50's, with all the glory of the past contained in the hunks of steel and magnesium covering the sleeky exteriors and drool-worthy interiors.

Guess where one can see the vehicle's production models? Yes, that is right. They will be also on show for the first time in the Frankfurt Motor Show later this month. This kind of gathering of the world's finest vehicles comes only once every 2 years, so why not join in on the fun and drop by Frankfurt?

The 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show will be held from the 17th of September 2009 to the 27th.

This is so true. I own a classic MB which my grandfather gave me before he died. Me and my husband had it restored and in good condition and we always join it to various car show (vintage division) and luckily the car always win.

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