McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

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By Tyler Rampersaud – July 17, 2024

Own Peak German Performance Engineering: Mercedes-AMG Bla...

Get behind the wheel of an exclusive performance-focused machine. Fans of luxury cars, or specifically of Mercedes-Benz vehicles will know that AMG is the name given to high-performance variants of the historic brand’s staple luxury vehicles. With twin-turbocharged engines, sporty cosmetic features, enhanced aerodynamics, and more engaging driving character, a Mercedes-AMG vehicle is a great way for drivers to combine luxurious appointments with spirited performance. However, some fans will know that there’s a step above AMG in the world of Mercedes-Benz performance, and while it isn’t seen often, Black Series Mercedes-AMG vehicles add an extra level of performance panache. If you’re looking for an AMG model that’s even more powerful, dynamic, lightweight, and performance focused than AMG’s existing offerings, a Black Series Mercedes-AMG vehicle may be the car for you. What is a Black Series Mercedes? Black Series is a rare, limited variant of some Mercedes-AMG models that offers more focused performance, track-oriented weight savings, and more power. What Black Series Mercedes-AMG models are there? Mercedes-Benz created the SLK 55 AMG Black Series, The CLK 63 AMG Black Series, the SL 65 AMG Black Series, The SLS AMG Black Series, the C 63 AMG Black Series, and the Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series. What was the first Mercedes-AMG Black Series? The Black Series was started with the introduction of the Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG Black Series. The V8-powered roadster became a closed coupe with sharpened performance compared to the standard car. Why was Black Series created? Black Series was created as an homage to AMG’s 1967 origins as a tuning house that groomed Mercedes-Benz vehicles for motorsport, hence the track-oriented focus of Black Series cars. What is the Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series Project One? Reservation holders of the racing-derived Mercedes-AMG ONE hypercar were also given the opportunity to own a special version of Mercedes-AMG’s high-performance machine, the Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series. The car, like the hypercar, features special details and an F1-inspired livery and graphics. What does a Mercedes Black Series cost? Due to their exclusivity and high performance, a Black Series Mercedes-AMG car for sale will likely cost much more than their “standard” AMG equivalent, especially considering their status as rare collector-worthy pieces. Can you finance a Mercedes Black Series? Yes! Thanks to dR Finance, powered by Westlake Financial, you'll be able to see flexible financing options on some of these Black Series Mercedes cars for sale below. Now, financing your dream Black Series Mercedes-Benz is easier than ever. View All Mercedes-Benz For Sale 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Black Series View Listing 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series View Listing 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series View Listing 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series View Listing & Financing 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series Project ONE Edition View Listing 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series Project ONE Edition View Listing 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series Project ONE Edition View Listing 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series View Listing 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series View Listing 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series View Listing & Financing Buy Searching for a Mercedes-Benz to buy? duPont REGISTRY has hundreds of Mercedes-Benzes for sale right now, including some of the rarest ever created. To view them all, click the button below to shop all Mercedes-Benzes for sale. Shop Best Mercedes-Benzes For Sale Sell Do you own a Mercedes-Benz and are interested in selling it? duPont REGISTRY is the number 1 source for private sellers to list and or sell their Mercedes-Benz. Click the button below to view listing options. Learn How To Sell Your Mercedes-Benz

By Tyler Rampersaud – July 11, 2024

New Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ Revealed At Goodwood

Mercedes dials the new AMG GT up to 11. The new Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe transforms the brand’s high-performance icon, restyling it, adding a variety of powertrains, and even providing optional 2+2 seating for greater everyday usability and practicality. However, yet another new variant of the Mercedes-AMG GT has been unveiled at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed: the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+. The “Pro” moniker denotes that, while based on the Mercedes-AMG GT 63, it’s further honed for on-track performance excellence. As such, it features 26 more horsepower than the standard GT 63, totaling 603 horsepower and 627 lb/ft of torque (a 37-lb/ft increase from the standard car), and it can reach a top speed of 197 mph. The new Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO also features revised cooling, a racing-focused interior, carbon ceramic brakes with special 21-inch wheels, Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tires, and more aggressive aerodynamics, including a fixed rear wing and solutions inspired by the radical Mercedes-AMG ONE. With its estimated 3.1-second 0-60 time, increased power, and racing-focused performance, the new Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ is AMG’s latest advanced track-focused machine. View All Mercedes-AMG GTs For Sale Image Source: Mercedes-Benz

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By Tyler Rampersaud – July 01, 2024

Martha Stewart Enjoys The New Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV

A lifestyle icon meets Maybach luxury. With a decades-long career, Martha Stewart is ubiquitously known for her lifestyle empire, with trusted knowledge regarding cooking, gardening, crafting, and living in general. Her elegant aesthetic has served as inspiration for homes and gardens all over the world, and in the automotive world, the Mercedes-Maybach name bears similar weight. In a new social media campaign, the two come together to highlight Mercedes-Maybach’s newest and first all-electric creation: the Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV. In the video posted on Instagram, Martha Stewart shows off the incredible luxury features of the new Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV. The vehicle’s sumptuous rear-seat accommodations serve as a comfortable and luxurious workspace, and the MBUX system’s advanced voice command abilities allow for actions like playing music without lifting a finger. With its timeless style, exquisite details, luxurious materials, high-tech features, and electric power, the new Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV is the future of Maybach’s historic legacy in the automotive luxury world. With the endorsement of Martha Stewart, one of the lifestyle world’s most important household names, that future seems bright. View All Mercedes-Benz EQSs For Sale View this post on Instagram A post shared by ????????-???? ??? (@mercedesbenzusa)

By Jordan Aquistapace – July 01, 2024

How To Buy: PUMA's New Eco-Friendly, Race-Worn Mercedes-A...

PUMA's latest collaboration with Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team and the innovative RÆBURN studio is a game-changer in the world of motorsports and fashion. The new fuel-driven partnership combines the upcycling DNA of RÆBURN with the adrenaline of Formula One racing, creating a collection that's as stylish as it is sustainable. By repurposing race-worn suits from F1 legends like Lewis Hamilton and George Russell, PUMA and RÆBURN have crafted elevated fashion pieces that celebrate the spirit of motorsport and the art of upcycling. The PUMA x MAPF1 x RÆBURN collection proves its worth as a fashionable example of performance and sustainable innovation. Each piece, crafted from recycled materials, tells a unique story of motorsport heritage. The collection includes jackets made from Hamilton's race-worn suits and limited-edition items from deadstock Nomex. These pieces are not just fashion statements but historical artifacts, offering fans a chance to own a slice of racing history. The collection's revolutionary design pushes the boundaries of what's possible in sports fashion, making it a true standout for any F1 fanatic. This collaboration also emphasizes responsibilities and principles that have long been championed by RÆBURN. Blending PUMA's sporting heritage with RÆBURN's innovative upcycling techniques and Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team's engineering excellence, this collection is more of a movement than just apparel. Whether you're a motorsport enthusiast or a fashion-forward individual, shop the PUMA x MAPF1 x RÆBURN collection by clicking the link below. Shop The PUMA x MAPF1 x RÆBURN Collection PUMA x Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team x RÆBURN Jacket Shop Now PUMA x Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team x RÆBURN Logo Tee Shop Now PUMA x Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team x RÆBURN Jacket Shop Now PUMA x Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team x RÆBURN Logo Tee Shop Now Source: PUMA

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By Tyler Rampersaud – May 22, 2024

Mercedes-Benz Launches Mythos With New Concept Mercedes-A...

The elusive Mythos series from Mercedes-Benz is starting to take shape. In 2022, Mercedes-Benz announced many of its long-term plans as a manufacturer, one of the most intriguing being the introduction of limited-production cars under the name Mythos. Little has been said about Mythos since then, but ahead of this year’s Monaco Grand Prix, one of the most exclusive events in the motorsport world, a significant step has been made towards bringing Mythos to fruition. Unveiled against the ultra-glamorous backdrop of Monaco as the Formula 1 racing weekend approaches, Mercedes-Benz revealed the new Concept Mercedes-AMG PureSpeed, which is a look at the first model that will be a part of the highly exclusive Mythos series from Mercedes-Benz. With a completely open barchetta design that lacks a roof and a windshield, the PureSpeed evokes timeless race car thrill and F1 inspiration, making pre-Grand Prix Monaco the perfect place for its unveiling. F1 cars and the radical Mercedes-AMG ONE hypercar inspire the PureSpeed, with features like an F1-inspired HALO taking the place of an A-pillar and carbon fiber aerodiscs enhancing the aerodynamic qualities of the wheels. However, futurism and modern performance aren’t the only inspirations for the PureSpeed, with its design also taking cues from vehicles like the 300 SLR, which Stirling Moss and Denis Jenkinson drove to victory at the 1955 Mille Miglia in Italy. Its gradient paintwork, going from Le Mans Red to Graphite Grey and then to black, pays homage to the 1924 Targa Florio-winning Mercedes-Benz, dating the PureSpeed’s historical references back 100 years. Kicking off the highly-anticipated Mythos series of cars for Mercedes-Benz, the small series debut of the production version of the PureSpeed is set for next year. This will officially usher in a new era of Mercedes-Benz exclusivity, luxury, performance, and collector-car glory. View All Mercedes-Benzes For Sale Image Source: Mercedes-Benz

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By Jordan Aquistapace – May 06, 2024

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Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 welcomes some extra color to its newest collaboration collection. In a fuel-inspired collaboration that kicks off on the start line, PUMA joins forces with the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team to launch a collection by renowned artist Mad Dog Jones. The fusion of style, performance, and motorsport brings together the dynamic energy of racing with visionary artistic expression. Inspired by the pulsating atmosphere of Miami's Thermal Vision, the collection captures the chromatic vibrancy and electrifying ambiance of the city. Each piece mirrors the aerodynamic precision of motorsport, symbolizing the exhilarating speed and adrenaline-fueled excitement of the racetrack. Mad Dog Jones describes the collection as an ode to the raw edge of motorsport, celebrating the grit, speed, and heat dynamics of the race. With meticulous attention to detail, each piece is crafted with a relaxed fit and vintage feel. Ahinthhan Anburaja, Product Line Manager for PUMA Motorsport, highlights the collection's celebration of championship excellence, blending the energy of motorsport with Mad Dog Jones' vision. The exclusive collaboration represents a crossroad of worlds, where the legacy of motorsport meets the vision of contemporary art. With its timeless look and wearable head-to-toe lineup, the Mad Dog Jones x Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team x PUMA collection is a must-have for those who dare to embrace the art of racing. Shop the all-new Mad Dog Jones x Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team collection from PUMA by clicking the link below. Shop PUMA x Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 x Mad Dog Jones Our Top Picks Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team x Mad Dog Jones Statement Jacket Shop Now Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team x Mad Dog Jones Spirex Running Sneakers Shop Now Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team x Mad Dog Jones Graphic Hoodie Shop Now Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team x Mad Dog Jones Russell Ball Cap Shop Now Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team x Mad Dog Jones Statement Woven Pants Shop Now

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By Tyler Rampersaud – May 06, 2024

Mercedes-Benz Reveals The New 2025 Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 Ca...

Mercedes-AMG puts the top down on its newest creation. The new Mercedes-Benz CLE has been introduced to replace the C-Class and E-Class coupe and cabriolet models, and to fill those shoes, the historic luxury manufacturer created a sporty yet luxuriously elegant vehicle that combines practicality, everyday usability, plush comfort, and sporty character. However, AMG upped the ante with the introduction of the Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 Coupe, and now the Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 Cabriolet is joining the mix. As the second open-top model in the current AMG lineup, the new Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 sits alongside the Mercedes-AMG SL, offering a spacious interior, an enjoyable top-down driving experience, and the amplified performance that any AMG model boasts. The new CL 53 Cabriolet sports a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine that produces 443 horsepower and 413 lb/ft of torque, and it’s paired with a mild hybrid system capable of 32 horsepower and 151 lb/ft of torque. Standard AMG Performance 4MATIC+ means that power goes to all four wheels, and rear-axle steering also contributes to the sporty convertible’s dynamics. A wide, muscular design adds aggression to the otherwise elegant design of the CLE Cabriolet and features like large wheels and AMG’s signature vertical grille indicate its performance-oriented character. The soft top, which boasts features like AIRCAP, a wind deflector that helps maintain comfort and serenity while driving with the top down, and AIRSCARF, a neck-level heating and ventilation system that ensures comfort in cold weather, can open and close in as little as 20 seconds, with operation available at speeds up to 37 mph. The available colors for the soft top are black, gray, and red. With a new open-top AMG model in its lineup, Mercedes-Benz is preparing for warmer weather and exhilarating drives, and its new 2025 Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 Cabriolet is ready to deliver open-air thrill and luxury. The new AMG Cabriolet is set to hit U.S. Mercedes-Benz dealerships at the second half of the year. View All Mercedes-Benz For Sale Image Source: Mercedes-Benz

By Tyler Rampersaud – April 29, 2024

$2.45 Million 1935 Mercedes-Benz 500K Listed For Sale

Enthusiasts know that preserving classic cars is a battle against time, a battle that only gets harder as more decades pass, and today more than ever before, pre-war vehicles are winning Concours awards and garnering high auction values and admiration worldwide because of how impressive their preservation is. This 89-year-old Mercedes-Benz 500K is certainly one of those vehicles, and it’s available for sale at Gullwing Motor Cars in Astoria, New York. View Price And Listing It’s available for an eye-watering price of $2.45 million, but it’s incredible story and beautiful preservation are reasons as to why. It was at the 1934 Berlin Motor Show where Mercedes-Benz first introduced the 500K, which featured 160 horsepower and an in-house Mercedes-Benz 'Sindelfingen' design in a time when it was more common to have a body coachbuilt by a third party on top of a frame. Over the 2-year production run of the 500K, which consisted of 342 cars, only 33 of those cars featured the desirable Cabriolet A body style, including this example, chassis 105379. The car was originally commissioned by Baron Silfverschiold of Gasevadholm, Sweden, with left-hand drive, a grey exterior color, and a dark red leather interior. The car would then change hands in 1950, 1963, 1983 when it moved from Sweden to West Germany, and in 2004 when it was moved to the Netherlands. Now, after being meticulously restored to its original factory specifications and fastidiously maintained, the car is available for sale again at Gullwing Motor Cars. With a beautiful specification, a globe-trotting story, and beautiful condition that evokes almost a century of history, saying this 1935 Mercedes-Benz 500K Cabriolet A for sale is a concours-worthy vehicle is a severe understatement. View the price and listing by clicking the button.

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By Tyler Rampersaud – April 23, 2024

Mercedes-Benz Reveals The First-Ever Electric G-Wagon

The SUV legend finally goes electric… officially. It’s been teased for quite some time, but throughout that period, it’s remained quite a hot-button topic: the idea of an electric version of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class. As one of Mercedes-Benz’s longest-standing models, and one of the most prominent icons in the SUV world, celebrated for off-road capability, luxurious appointments, and unmistakable glamour and style, the G-Class isn’t something that Mercedes-Benz changes often. For decades, the G-Class has remained a body-on-frame SUV with incredible off-road features, a more hot-blooded AMG variant, and head-turning glitz throughout. With the introduction of the first-ever electric G-Class, the G 580 with EQ Technology as it’s called, Mercedes-Benz hopes to introduce electrification while retaining the core principles of what makes the G-Class great: luxury, off-road ability, and style. Even the G-Roar, a feature that provides an acceleration sound that mimics the roar of the V8 many G-Wagon fans are used to, aims to faithfully retain the G-Class experience Mercedes-Benz lovers know and love. The most noticeable factor is that the iconic silhouette remains largely unchanged, accommodating optimized aerodynamics but retaining the decades-long favored G-Class look. Other things that remain unchanged compared to the combustion-powered G-Class include the ladder-frame design, with the 116-kWh high-voltage lithium-ion battery integrated into it for a lowered center of gravity, a solid rear axle, and (virtually) locking differentials via torque vectoring. Four individually controlled electric motors placed near each wheel drive the new electric G-Wagon (making it the first Mercedes-Benz with individual-wheel drive), combining to produce 579 horsepower and 859 lb/ft of torque. Rather than detract from the off-road capabilities of the legendary G-Class, this innovative drivetrain actually enhances them, opening the door for unprecedented ease in off-road driving. The virtually-locking differentials are operated automatically, while the motors also allow for maneuvers like the G-Turn on certain surfaces, the in-place spin that has already earned the electric Geländewagen notoriety before its official reveal. In addition to G-Turn, the arguably more functional G-Steering feature offers a shortened turning circle that uses the motors to turn the vehicle around the inside rear wheel with the touch of a button, making tricky situations a breeze. Other convenient features for traveling off the beaten path include the “Transparent Hood” camera function, as well as the “Offroad Cockpit” functionality, which makes the instrument and infotainment displays provide information readouts about the most relevant off-roading details when you need them. For those well-versed in non-tarmac driving, the new Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology boasts important numbers like the ability to climb up to a 100% grade on certain surfaces, 9.8 inches of ground clearance within the wheelbase, 33.5 inches of wade depth, a 32-degree approach angle, a 30.7-degree departure angle, and a 20.3-degree breakover angle, coming together to show that an electric powertrain doesn’t detract from the G-Class’s hardy reputation as an off-roader. In addition, concerns about the battery being at the bottom of the vehicle are quelled by Mercedes-Benz’s use of a torsion-resistant casing for the battery pack, using a mix of innovative materials including carbon fiber. As impressive as the new electric G-Class’s off-road ability is, the question remains as to how it performs in a category that the rest of Mercedes-Benz’s lineup is known for: luxury. For starters, Nappa leather is standard, along with 64-color ambient lighting and climate-controlled cupholders. High-tech features include Augmented Reality for Navigation, a standard Burmester sound system with Dolby Atmos, and more. In addition, the expanded MANUFAKTUR range offers electric G-Class customers a wide range of personalization options for the new high-tech luxury SUV, including Catalana Beige/Black two-tone leather inside, which is available in the new G-Class for the first time. For the United States, the new Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology is launching for the 2025 model year exclusively as an EDITION ONE variant, which features extra equipment like special blue accents, the AMG line and Night Package, and more. Pricing is yet to be announced for the new Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology, but with it being the very first all-electric variant of the legendary G-Wagon, one of Mercedes-Benz’s top-of-the-line models, the expectation is for it to be high. However, it costs to have access to a vehicle that combines high-tech innovation with luxury, style, off-road prowess, and decades of legacy in the way the new electric G-Class does. Image Source: Mercedes-Benz

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By Tyler Rampersaud – April 20, 2024

Mercedes-AMG Reveals New 805HP GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

A hybrid powertrain gives the new AMG GT flagship 805 horsepower. This weekend in the bustling city of Shanghai, excitement is building for an intense race as Formula 1 visits for the 2024 Chinese Grand Prix, and as the countdown continues for the race to start, Mercedes-AMG adds to the electricity in the atmosphere with the global reveal of a new high-performance creation: the new Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE. Following the lead of many of the recent peak-performance AMG models, the GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE uses a hybrid powertrain to increase power and performance. Specifically, that powertrain consists of a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine and an electric motor on the rear axle, which combined provide the grand tourer with an immense 805 horsepower, as well as 1,047 lb/ft of torque. That results in a blisteringly quick 0-60 time of just 2.7 seconds, with a top speed of 199 mph. Power is sent to all four wheels via the AMG Performance 4MATIC+ system, which along with rear-axle steering ensures excellent traction and dynamism, with the electric motor able to send power to the front wheels for added traction in the event of rear-axle slip, or provide extra boost from a standstill, contributing to the incredible 0-60 time. Carbon ceramic brakes provide racing-level stopping power, and active aerodynamics throughout optimize performance, including an active element at the front of the car in the underbody, which lowers by 1.6 inches at 50 mph, creating a Venturi effect that adds front downforce and enhances performance. In addition, the active rear spoiler features five new positions which can either add downforce or reduce drag. As with any Mercedes-AMG vehicle, style and luxury are important considerations alongside thrilling high performance, and the extended MANUFAKTUR Signature program introduces exclusive paint finishes like Desert Sand and Cirrus Silver Magno, along with interior finishes like Red/Black and Savannah Beige/Black quilted Nappa leather, with luxurious details like a hand-stitched Nappa leather-wrapped steering wheel, illuminated door sill panels, and MANUFAKTUR badging on the center console in chrome. Hybrid powertrains are taking the power and performance of AMG’s lineup to a new level, and after revealing the new generation of the Mercedes-AMG GT coupe, the newest flagship is the latest to be imbued with incredible hybrid power. With 805 horsepower and incredible performance-oriented technology throughout, the new Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE is stylish, innovative, and ready to usher in a new electrified era for AMG. View All Mercedes-AMG GTs For Sale Image Source: Mercedes-Benz

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