Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG (2008-) Review  
Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG AMG, Mercedes-Benz's high-performance division, has certainly raised its game in the last couple of years. It's become more focused (gone are the likes of the ridiculous R 63 AMG and is now producing the kinds of sporting machines that turn heads. And its latest car, the SL 63 AMG, certainly does that. It might be something to do with the glorious-sounding V8 engine, or the muscular-looking bodywork: either way, if you're ever lucky enough to drive one of these superb examples of German automotive engineering, be prepared to be gawped at. A lot. No, this isn't a car for shrinking violets, especially if you're going to drive around with the top down. It's a loud, raucous, high-performance cruiser that is almost as happy on metropolitan boulevards as it is on twisting, turning mountain passes. If you're moneyed and happy to travel light (there's not much in the way of bootspace), it would be the perfect car to take on a trip to the Italian Riviera. But
enough of the lifestyle daydreaming, 'cos here the science. The SL 63
AMG is powered by the Affalterbach's naturally aspirated 6.2-litre V8
that produces 518bhp at 6,800rpm and 464lb-ft of
torque, which peaks at 5,200rpm. This enables the car to leap to 62mph from a
standing start in 4.6 seconds and on to a top speed of 155mph, or a
staggering 186mph if you fork out for the optional Driver's Pack. The SL 63 AMG is available to order now for £101,975 OTR.
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