Dec
24
2008

What we love: Mercedes-Benz McLaren SLR Stirling Moss

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All good things must eventually come to an end. A prime example of this is the Mercedes-Benz/McLaren relationship that will be coming to a hault after one last beauty. The duo has unveiled the McLaren SLR Stirling Moss, a windshield-less piece of perfection that tops out at 217 mph.

It pays hommage to British race car driver Stirling Moss, who’s still the current record holder for the Mille Miglia. Even though the cockpit is not as aerodynamically sound as it could or should be, the final Mercedes-Benz McLaren will still bolt you from 0 to 60 in 3.5 seconds. Priced at €750,000 (approx. $1,050,000), there will only be 75 Stirling Moss SLRs made.

Bon Voyage.

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Nov
13
2008

756-hp Carlsson Aigner CK65 RS ‘Eau Rouge’ Dark Edition

Carlsson unveiled the Carlsson Aigner CK65 RS “Eau Rouge” Dark Edition today at the Zurich Auto Show.  They’ve beefed up the CL65 AMG to get up to 756 horses.  Currently, there are only 10 units planned to hit the production line.

The CK65 RS has a two-tone color combo with Obsidian Black Metallic and Himalaya gray.  The body kit’s more aerodynamically sound than the original AMG model and the price tag reflects it.  Bi-xenon headlights, a radiator grille, and 21-inch ligh alloy wheels were also added.  The interior’s blessed with a leather/alcantara trim, aluminum pedals and illuminated door sills.

There will be two versions offered - a V12 Bi-Turbo that pushes out 705 horses and another that pushes 756 horses. Performance is enhanced with a sport exhaust system and Carlsson’s C-Tronic Suspension which lowers the CK65 RS by 30mm.

So what’s the price tag for the Carlsson Aigner CK65 “Eau Rouge” Dark Edition?  The 705-hp stage starts from 319,000 euros and the second power stage starts from 374,000 euros.

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Oct
06
2008

What we love: Kicherer CL 60 Coupe with 570-hp

We missed the Mercedes-Benz CL for being gone for sometime, and when it came back, we were jumping for joy.  Kicherer has recently unveiled their CL 60 Coupe which is based on the CL 600 which has got us doing more than just jumping.  There are alot of enhancements like new carbon fiber front and rear aprons as well as an aggressive diffuser with a four-pipe sports exhaust system.

Under the hood, we see Kicherer’s twin-turbo V12 CL600 kit that allows for 570-hp with a max torque of 663 lb-ft.  They altered the transmission control module and lowered the chassis by 25mm.

Check out the shots below and tell us what you think.

Kicherer CL 60 Coupe:

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Sep
29
2008

What we love: Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S

McLaren and Mercedes-Benz have officially unveiled the SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S today.  It’s got all the goodness of the 722 but with an open-top (images below).  Like the Final Series Arnage by Bentley, this car will also only see 150 units of it being produced.  The first day of 2009 will be a good day.

Performance wise, the hand-built 5.5L V8 AMG engine that produces 650-hp with a maximum torque of 604 lb-ft. will be running the show on the 722 S.  It’s mated with a 5-speed automatic transmission that allows for a 0 to 62 mph sprint in just 3.7 seconds with a top speed of 208 mph.

Mercedes-Benz also added a stiffer suspension, lowered the body by 10 millimeters at the front and back, improved the handling dynamics and added 19-inch lightweight aluminum wheels with red brake calipers.

There’s a gallery full of pics for you to drool over.  Thanks eGMCarTech for the shots and head over there to peep the press release as well.

Images after the jump

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S:

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Sep
23
2008

First Class: Mercedes-Benz shows off S 600 Pullman Guard

This is not your ordinary Mercedes.  The S-Class Pullman Guard is a top-of-the-class limousine that caters to the wealthy, the famous, and the wanted.  It’s got a the highest protection level rated B6/B7 that protects it from the greatest dangers. The S 600 Pullman is also 115 centimeters (yay!) longer than the standard S-Class and boasts an entertainment system for anyone in the backseat.

Need to get away? The S Pullman’s powered by a 5.5L V12 biturbo engine producing 517-hp with a maximum torque of 612 lb-ft.

Check out the S 600 Pullman Guard below in the gallery and then head to eGMCarTech to read more.

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Mercedes-Benz S 600 Pullman Guard:

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Sep
11
2008

The many faces of the Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG

Everyone here at Por Homme was glad to see the Mercedes-Benz C-class redesign last year.  However, we weren’t so glad to see its performance when we test drove it.  Even the sport versions of the C-class were a bit sluggish compared to their BMW counterparts.  The C 63 AMG was a different story.  When compared to the BMW M3 and Lexus IS-F, it faired pretty well. We’re going to give you a insight into a few different versions of the tuned C 63 AMG, so enjoy!

Brabus, RENNtech, and VATH have all tuned the C63 AMG to get upwards of 550 horses, leaving us drooling as they drive by.  eGMCarTech recently reported on the Brabus B63 S that pushes out 550-hp.  The engine tuning kit fits into the 450-hp 6.2L V8 of the C 63 AMG, giving the car 550-hp with peak torque of 479 lb-ft. 0-62 time is 4.3 seconds with a top speed of 205 mph.  The price tag’s not out yet, but we’re absolutely positive it won’t be anywhere above 500k. The Brabus BULLIT BLACK ARROW came in matte black and costs about $538k.  BRABUS’s SV12 S Biturbo V12 produces a total of 730-hp and 974 lb-ft of torque.  This BULLIT goes from 0-62 in 3.9 and 0-184 in 24.5 seconds.

RENNtech is lead by Hartmut Feyhl, the former technical director at AMG North America.  He tuned the C 63 AMG by working with its high-performance ECU software, and got the C63 to 548-hp.

Väth did more than upgrade what’s under the hood.  As if the C 63 AMG couldn’t look more aggressive, the V63RS Clubsport got a new front lip spoiler, a more beefed up rear diffuser, and a new rear-spoiler.  Väth also worked with the ECU and also added a new free flowing exhaust manifold, a stainless steel sports exhaust, bigger brake rotors and a new sports suspension. The result?  585-hp from 457-hp and the top speed peaked at 202mph.  The V63RS Clubsport starts at about $192k.

Now, enough with the comparisons, check out the photos below.  Be sure to let us know which one you like the most!

Brabus B63 S:

Brabus Bullit Black Arrow:

RENNtech C 63 AMG:

Väth V63RS Clubsport:

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Sep
10
2008

The 45 mpg Mercedes-Benz C 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY Prime Edition

Later this year, Mercedes-Benz will be sending the C 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY Prime Edition to showrooms.  It’s powered by their new 2.2 liter 4-cylinder diesel engine that pumps out 204 horses and have a max torque of 369 lb-ft.  The car’s top speed’s going to be electronically limited at 155 mph.  Estimated mpg is a whopping 45 mpg.  0-62 is clocked at 7 seconds flat.

There will only be 5,000 C 250 CDIs starting at 40,638.50 euros ~ $56,966 USD.  Like the images?  Well, then you’ll probably want to opt for a special paint finish diamond white metallic and an AMG sports package.

Check out the images after the jump and head to eGMCarTech for the complete press release!

Mercedes-Benz C 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY Prime Edition:

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Aug
14
2008

What we love: Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG Black Series

There’s something about it that whisper to us… “vhroom vhroom.”  With a top speed of 199 mph, it really packs a punch.  The SL65 Black Series is powered by a six-liter twin turbo V12 that produces 661 horsepower which is actually 11 more than the SLR 722.

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