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457
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517
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(from Mercedes-Benz
Press Release) The new Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Coupé Black
Series: The most powerful C-Class of all time
Affalterbach – Spectacular design, technology transfer from the
world of motorsport and driving dynamics at the highest level; the
new Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series embodies the new AMG
brand claim, Driving Performance, like no other AMG model. The new
high-performance vehicle is the most powerful C-Class of all time,
boasting a maximum output of 380 kW (517 hp) and a maximum torque of
620 newton metres. The AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine impresses with its
hefty torque, tremendous pulling power and responsiveness, and
ensures high-calibre performance: the C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series
accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds (all data
provisional). Exclusive fun at the wheel comes courtesy of the
adjustable AMG coil-over sports suspension, the AMG high-performance
compound braking system and the functional standard equipment. The
AMG Track Package is available as an option to enhance driving
dynamics even further. It boasts sports tyres and active rear-axle
transmission cooling, plus the AMG Aerodynamics package including
flics, a functionally tuned front splitter and an adjustable carbon-fibre
rear aerofoil.
Broad, low, brawny and
ready to pounce from a standstill – the C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series
makes a mighty impression. It’s clear right from the first time you
set eyes on it that the C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series is made for
ambitious laps on a closed-off race track. In visual terms the new
high-performance vehicle is reminiscent of the SLS AMG GT3 customer
sports car and symbolises the transfer of technology from the sphere
of motorsport, which has been part of the corporate philosophy of
Mercedes-AMG GmbH for 44 years now.
With its new C 63 AMG
Coupé Black Series, AMG is presenting an exciting sports car for
enthusiasts who are passionate about sports cars which are big on
horsepower, and this marks the impressive continuation of the Black
Series strategy, which began back in 2006. AMG, the performance
brand of Mercedes-Benz Cars, is once again demonstrating its
expertise when it comes to designing and developing emotionally
appealing high-performance cars.
“AMG has its roots in
international motorsport. The new C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series is the
best proof there is for the permanent transfer of technology from
the race track to the road. The numerous successes in the DTM, the
customer sports range featuring the SLS AMG GT3 and our commitment
to Formula 1, where we have been providing the Official F1Ô Safety
Car and the Official F1 Ô Medical Car for the past 15 years,
continuously spur on our engineers and technicians. The C 63 AMG
Coupé Black Series embodies the new AMG brand claim, Driving
Performance, like no other AMG model”, comments Ola Källenius, the
CEO of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.
Arrow-shaped front section with
large cooling air openings
It doesn’t matter from
which angle you’re looking at it: the new C 63 AMG Coupé Black
Series displays its ties with motorsport from every perspective. The
arrow-shaped front section with the central Mercedes star in the
radiator grille is the visual synonym for its unfettered forwards
thrust. The air intakes in the striking front apron ensure reliable
air flow through the large cooling modules. Two openings in the
aluminium bonnet support the expelling of engine heat, whilst the
struts positioned at an angle in the front apron emphasise the
vehicle’s width. The black front splitter located at the lower end
helps to balance the vehicle aerodynamically.
The expressive design
continues in the side view: the newly developed front axle with a
greater track width calls for new wings, which have been widened by
28 millimetres on each side. “6.3” logos give a nod to the sheer
power of the large-displacement eight-cylinder high-speed naturally
aspirated engine beneath the bonnet. Air outlets intimated behind
the wheel cut-outs call to mind powerful racing cars. The onlooker
discovers a black strip on the restyled AMG side skirts – a look
which continues the idea of the front splitter. On each side the
rear wings have also been widened by 42 millimetres, due to the
greater track width of the rear axle. Air openings are hinted at in
front of the rear wheels, forming a fitting conclusion.
AMG light-alloy wheels featuring
light forging technology
255/35 R 19 and 285/30 R
19 – these are the impressive wheel formats for the C 63 AMG Coupé
Black Series at its market launch. The wheel/tyre combination is
mounted on 9 x 19 (front) and 9.5 x 19 (rear) AMG light-alloy
wheels, fills out the wings to stunning effect and plays a
significant part in the dynamic appearance of this new AMG sports
car.
Painted titanium grey,
the high-sheen light-alloy wheels are produced using particularly
light forging technology – as is the case on the SLS AMG. These
forged wheels weigh a total of eleven kilograms less than comparable
wheels with a conventional design. The lower weight results in
reduced unsprung masses, which improves both the suspension’s
response and the steering precision.
Broad effect of the tail end with
a diffuser insert
The tail end of the
Black Series coupé is also a feast for the eyes: the new rear apron
with its expressive black diffuser insert creates a broad effect.
Just like on the SLS AMG GT3, it protrudes beyond the profile of the
rear apron. The black grille on the upper end of the diffuser insert
is an eye-catching feature, as is the AMG sports exhaust system:
both of the chromed twin tailpipes integrated into the rear apron
have an angular cross-section. The spoiler lip on the boot lid is
painted in the vehicle colour and reduces lift at the rear axle,
resulting in more driving stability at high speeds. The AMG logo
with its discreet “Black Series” lettering is reserved exclusively
for the C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series.
Engine with high-tech components
from the gull-wing model
A displacement of 6.3
litres, a maximum output of 380 kW (517 hp) and a torque of 620
newton metres from eight cylinders – one glance at the technical
data and it’s clear that the engineering behind the C 63 AMG Coupé
Black Series is every bit the equal of its sensational appearance.
The high-torque M156 naturally aspirated engine was specially
refined for the new two-door model, whose forged pistons, connecting
rods and the crankshaft with a lightweight design, for example, all
come courtesy of the SLS AMG. These measures are flanked by a new
engine control unit. As the car’s performance proves, the uprated V8
engine has an easy time of it in the coupé: the sprint from standing
to 100 is over in 4.2* seconds (* preliminary data).
Plenty of pulling power,
an agile response and hefty torque – the qualities of the
large-displacement AMG high-speed naturally aspirated engine arouse
unadulterated passion in the driver. The jewel in the crown is the
emotive, hallmark AMG eight-cylinder sound from the AMG sports
exhaust system.
The optimised engine oil cooling ensures more performance even when
the vehicle is put through its paces in harsh race-track conditions.
With the aid of components from the SLS AMG, the AMG experts have
managed to give the oil cooler a cooling surface which is 50 percent
larger. The tried-and-trusted, innovative AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed
sports transmission takes care of power transmission. Four
transmission modes, the double-declutching function and RACE START
promise maximum motoring pleasure and a high degree of variability.
In the “Sport plus” and “Manual” transmission modes the gear changes
take a mere 100 milliseconds.
AMG coil-over sports suspension
with an AMG rear axle differential lock
The AMG sports
suspension is a sophisticated new development. It has been designed
as a coil-over suspension, as is the norm in motorsport – and it
represents a hallmark feature of a Black Series model. It offers
numerous setting options, and allows the driver to create their own
personal set-up. The track width of the axles has been widened by 40
(at the front) and 79 millimetres (at the rear) respectively. In
conjunction with the modified torsion-bar stabilisers, the C 63 AMG
Black Series impresses with its pronounced driving dynamics, high
grip and low roll angle. The AMG speed-sensitive sports steering
facilitates superb vehicle control: the retuned map control for the
power assistance ensures optimum steering precision.
The
standard-specification AMG rear axle differential lock is
responsible for reliable traction in particular for race-track
applications. The 3-stage ESP® offers the ideal solution for all
driving situations: via the ESP® button the driver can choose from
the “ESP ON”, “Sport Handling Mode” and “ESP OFF” stages. In view of
the increased driving dynamics, not only has the anti-lock braking
system been completely retuned; the AMG high-performance braking
system has also been redeveloped: a larger braking system is now
used, with discs featuring compound technology proven in motorsport
at the front axle (format: 390 x 36 millimetres) and integral discs
at the rear axle (360 x 26 mm). Red-painted six-piston fixed
callipers at the front and four-piston fixed callipers at the rear
reliably decelerate the perforated, fade-resistant brake discs,
which are ventilated all round.
Interior with a functional motor-racing atmosphere
The captivating
high-tech components and the spectacular exterior design both find
their logical continuation in the interior of the C 63 AMG Coupé
Black Series, which is black with red highlight elements, displaying
the functional atmosphere of a true racing vehicle, whilst at the
same time positively glowing with high quality and lovingly crafted
details. Two AMG sports bucket seats facilitate the best levels of
lateral support and thus optimum vehicle control on the race track.
The black DINAMICA microfibre upholstery on the centre panels of the
seats and doors is a new type of synthetic fibre which is
characterised by its high lightfastness. The omission of the rear
bench seat underlines the vehicle’s sporty character and reduces its
weight. As an option the C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series is also
available as a four-seater including the AMG sports seats familiar
from the C 63 AMG Coupé – and with single seats in the rear.
The AMG performance
steering wheel in nappa leather/DINAMICA microfibre with a steering
wheel rim featuring flattened top and bottom sections has aluminium
shift paddles for manual gear changes. Red seat belts and red
contrasting topstitching on the steering wheel, on the seats, door
centre panels, armrests on the doors, the centre console and on the
shift lever gaiter add some interesting highlights. An exclusive
“Black Series” logo adorns the trim on the dashboard, which sports a
high-gloss black piano-lacquer look. The dashboard with three
autonomous round dials has a three-dimensional TFT colour display.
On opening the vehicle door the driver is greeted by AMG lettering.
Possible displays for the engine oil temperature, the ESP® mode or
the gear selection are integrated into the AMG main menu. The rotary
switch for the C, S, S+ and M transmission modes and RACE START is
located on the centre console next to the selector lever with a
DINAMICA microfibre cover.
The C 63 AMG Coupé Black
Series is proof positive that high driving dynamics and excellent
active and passive safety need not necessarily be mutually
exclusive: five airbags, belt tensioners and belt-force limiters for
all seats are part of the standard specification, as are the
anti-lock braking system ABS, the 3-stage ESP®, Headlamp Assist, the
tyre pressure loss warning system and cruise control with
SPEEDTRONIC variable speed limiter.
The standard
specification also includes (selection):
• AMG door sills in
stainless steel, brushed, with AMG logo
• AMG sports pedals in brushed stainless steel, with rubber
studs
• Audio 20 CD radio with double tuner, colour display,
Bluetooth® interface, hands-free function, USB interface and
eight loudspeakers
• THERMATIC automatic climate control
AMG Track Package and AMG
Aerodynamics package
AMG has two special
packages to offer for enhancing driving dynamics even further: the
AMG Track Package comprises 255/35 R 19 front and 285/30 R 19 rear
sports tyres from Dunlop. They have been exclusively developed for
the C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series, and they tangibly and measurably
increase grip. Active rear-axle transmission cooling improves
performance in punishing race-track conditions. The radiator is
located in the rear apron and the airflow passes through it
effectively.
What are known as flics are part of the AMG Aerodynamics package.
They are made of genuine carbon fibre and located on the front
apron. Also included in the package are a functionally tuned front
splitter made of genuine carbon fibre and a fixed carbon-fibre rear
aerofoil with an adjustable blade. Both components not only increase
the lift at the front and rear axle; they also optimise the
vehicle’s aerodynamic balance.
Other optional extras include:
• AMG Exterior
Carbon-Fibre package (cross strut in front apron, exterior
mirror housing, inserts on the side sill panel, diffuser insert
and spoiler lip in genuine carbon fibre)
• AMG light-alloy wheels featuring forging technology, painted
in matt black with a high-sheen finish on the rim flange, with
255/35 R 19 and 285/30 R 19 tyres
• AMG carbon-fibre trim
• Fire extinguisher
• Intelligent Light System ILS
• KEYLESS-GO
• Tinted side/rear windows
Four captivating Black Series
models since 2006
Whilst its driving
dynamics are totally suited to the race track, the new C 63 AMG
Coupé Black Series offers all the properties which characterise a
true Mercedes-Benz: suitability for everyday use, durability, safety
and quality.
The most powerful
C-Class of all time is the fourth Black Series model to be launched
since 2006. The first one was the SLK 55 AMG Black Series. The AMG
5.5-litre V8 engine in the decidedly puristic two-seater enticed
customers with its maximum output of 294 kW (400 hp) and a torque of
520 newton metres, and between July 2006 and April 2007 120 units
were produced. The CLK 63 AMG Black Series followed directly in its
footsteps. The two-seater coupé was powered by an AMG 6.3-litre V8
engine with 373 kW (507 hp) and a torque of 630 newton metres.
Between April 2007 and March 2008 700 vehicles were made.
The highlight up until
now was the SL 65 AMG Black Series, which was unveiled in July 2008:
the high-performance coupé still captivates drivers today with its
spectacular appearance, unique performance data, systematic
lightweight construction and exclusivity of the highest calibre. The
AMG 6.0 litre V12 biturbo engine with a maximum output of 493 kW
(670 hp) and torque of 1000 newton metres made the SL 65 AMG Black
Series the most powerful AMG vehicle ever to enter series
production. In total there were 350 units built from September 2008
to August 2009.
The C 63 AMG Coupé Black
Series is celebrating its world premiere during the Formula 1 race
on the Nürburgring, the German Grand Prix (23 – 24 July 2011). The
market launch will follow in January 2012, and its sales price is
115,430 euros (incl. 19% VAT).
