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2009 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series

2009 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series interior

Year	2009
Engine	6.0 litre V12 twin turbo
Transmission	5-speed auto RWD
Max speed	199 mph
0-60 mph	3.9 seconds
Horsepower	661 hp @ 5400 rpm
weight	1870 kgs / 4122 lbs

The 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series is a twin-turbocharged monster based on the SL65 AMG.

The 2009 Black Series SL65 is powered by a 6.0 litre twin-turbocharged V12 engine which develops 661 hp at 5,400 rpm, and 738 lb-ft of torque. Sending the power to the rear wheels is a 5-speed automatic gearbox equipped with AMG's speedshift software which can change gear in just 250 milliseconds. This engine and transmission setup allows the Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series to hit 60 mph in just 3.9 seconds. Top speed is 199 mph.

The performance of the SL65 AMG Black Series is further improved thanks to significant weight savings over the standard SL65 AMG. Over 250 kgs (550 lbs) have been taken off the total weight due to extensive use of lightweight materials like carbon fiber and aluminium. A fixed roof formed from carbon fibre instead of a folding hardtop, and a stripped down interior also help trim the fat. Yet despite the weight savings the interior of the SL65 AMG Black Series remains well equipped and stylish.

Visually the exterior of the Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series is striking. Gone is the usual Mercedes subtlety, and in its place are wide arches, air intakes, spoilers and diffusers. Starting at the front, the SL65 AMG Black Series features air intakes running the entire width of the deep front bumper. On the hood and behind the front wheels air vents help extract hot air from the engine bay, while further underlining the cars performance potential. The massive rear arches flow seamlessly into the bodywork and rear bumper. Sitting atop the trunk lid is a retractable rear spoiler providing downforce over the rear axle. Embedded into the rear bumper is a stylish air diffuser which incorporates the twin tailpipes.

The 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series also features a wider track - obvious from the extended arches, an adjustable suspension setup and larger brakes.

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