That's right, as if the SL65 wasn't exclusive enough, Mercedes has unveiled a fixed-top version of its popular hardtop convertible that puts out an insane 661HP and 738 lb-ft of torque mated to a 5-speed automatic tranny.
This is the second Black Series car released in the U.S., the first being the CLK63 Black Series, released earlier this year. That car was released at only 350 examples, and the HP gain over the standard CLK63 was 56, with torque rising 21 lb-ft. The SL65 Black Series will carry over the standard SL65's twin-turbo V-12, with horsepower rising 57 and torque numbers staying the same.
Like the CLK Black Series, the upgraded car will carry a much more aggressive body kit, as well as a hell of a lot of carbon fiber to make the car lighter and to somewhat justify the higher cost. While official numbers have not been released yet, it is safe to bet that this Black will also be in limited quantities, and will be ultimate bragging rights over other Merc owners, even the ones who own the SLR Mclaren.
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