Nov 21, 2011

Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Black Series Coupe, Excellence Performance



Spectacular design, technology and racing-derived stellar driving dynamics: the new C 63 AMG Black Series Coupe Mercedes-Benz AMG plays like no other mark of the new message: "Driving Performance". With an output of 380 kW (517 hp) and 620 Nm of torque, this new high-performance car won the Class C record for the most powerful of all time. The AMG 6.3-liter V8 is synonymous with the ultimate in sportiness, brilliant shooting and performance excellence and catapulting the Black Series Coupe from 0 to 100 km / h in 4.2 seconds with a peak velocity of 300 km / h ( electronically limited). The unique driving pleasure is also guaranteed dall'assetto adjustable AMG sports uprights, the braking system AMG high-performance composite material and functional standard equipment. To further increase the driving dynamics are available on request Track Package AMG sports tires and the active cooling of the axle housing as well as the AMG bodystyling includes the so-called "flic", the functional front splitter and adjustable rear wing in carbon.

Aerodynamic front with large air intakes. The new C 63 AMG Black Series Coupe shows remarkable similarities with the world of sports from every point of view. The tapered shape of the front with the Mercedes star at the center of the radiator grille reflects its extraordinary power. The air intakes of the expressive face to convey perfectly the spacious air-cooling modules. Two openings in the aluminum hood facilitate the dispersion of the heat generated by the engine, while the two elements in the oblique front spoiler accentuates the width. The black front splitter at the lower end of the scale then the car aerodynamically.

The aesthetic reminiscent of the SLS AMG GT3 sports. Wide, low profile and powerful, the C 63 AMG Black Series Coupe already seems to be still ready to shoot. Born for the track, recalls the aesthetic point of view the successful SLS AMG GT3 sports and embodies the technology derived from racing, the heart of the philosophy of Mercedes-AMG GmbH in the last 44 years. With the C 63 AMG Black Series Coupe, AMG presents an attractive sport for enthusiasts of cars with a high number of CVs and continues the tradition of the Black Series began in 2006.

No less appealing is the design of the sides: the front axle with new design and wider track has required new fenders, widened to 28 mm on each side. The logo "6.3" emphasize the power of the eight-cylinder naturally aspirated and suited to high speeds. The air inlets behind the wheel just mentioned call to mind the grit of racing cars. The AMG side skirts, completely renovated, blacks have inserts, almost creating an ideal connection to the front splitter. On each side of the rear fenders are also increased by 42 mm, due to the increased track width of the rear axle. More recently spoke in front of louvers to the rear wheels complete the harmony of the whole.

AMG alloy wheels with lightweight forging technology. 255/35 R 19 and 285/30 R 19: these are the extraordinary size of the wheels with which the C 63 AMG Black Series Coupe gets ready to launch. The combination wheel / tire on alloy wheels AMG 9 x 19 (front) and 9.5 x 19 (rear) fender gives an imposing appearance that accentuates the dynamic character of this new AMG sports. As with the SLS AMG, also alloy wheels in titanium gray sheen are made using a special forging technique and present, for the same model, a total weight of 11 kg less than conventional wheels. The lower weight reduces unsprung weight, improving the response of the suspension and steering precision.

Impressive tail with diffuser insert. Even the tail of the Black Series Coupe draws attention: the new rear apron give the car an image of another size, through the adoption of an expressive black diffuser insert, such as the SLS AMG GT3 spoiler protrudes from the profile . The black grille on the top of the diffuser catches the eye, like the sporty type exhaust system with two chrome twin tailpipes integrated into the rectangular rear apron. The spoiler on the boot lid is body color, and reduces lift on the rear axle providing greater road holding even at high speeds. The AMG logo with discreet words "Black Series" in black thread is reserved exclusively to the C 63 AMG Black Series Coupe.

High-tech components for the engine as the engine of the "Gullwing". Eight-cylinder 6.3-liter displacement, 380 kW (517 hp) maximum power and 620 Nm of torque: just a few numbers to figure out the technology with which it was made ​​the C 63 AMG Black Series Coupe is fully capable of its design. The brilliant aspirated M156 has been specially configured for the new two-door model: the forged pistons and connecting rods of the drive shaft of light structure, for example, derive from the SLS AMG. The car also features a new engine management unit. As demonstrated by the performance, further boosted the V8 can take from 0 to 100 km / h in 4.2 seconds. Pronounced sportiness, responsiveness and brilliant recovery: the quality of the AMG naturally aspirated engine of large displacement and high revs configured to excite those who can not sit behind the wheel. Not to mention the sound characteristics of the eight-cylinder AMG, the AMG sports exhaust on. The optimization of the cooling system ensures high performance engine oil on the track. Using the components of the SLS AMG, AMG experts have been able to provide the oil cooler of a cooling surface greater than 50%. The transmission is entrusted to the innovative 7-speed sports transmission AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT. The four modes of transmission, the function of "automatic shotgun" and RACE START function promises maximum driving pleasure and remarkable versatility. In the "Sport Plus" and "Manual" the car rattles off the gears in just 100 milliseconds.

The AMG rear axle locking differential as standard with a locking action under tension and release ensures maximum traction, especially on the track. The ESP ® adjustable on three levels is ideal for all driving situations: by pressing the ESP ®, the driver can choose between "ESP ON", "ESP SPORT handling mode" and "ESP OFF". In view of improvement of driving dynamics, as well as the complete development of the anti-lock system has been overhauled the brake system AMG high-performance. The latter now features oversized, front discs made ​​of composite technology already in use on the tender (Format: 390 x 36 mm) and integral rear axle discs (360 x 26 mm). Red six-piston fixed callipers at the front and four pistons at the rear ensure a reliable and safe deceleration of the ventilated and perforated brake discs. 
sporty and functional interior

AMG sports suspension with struts and adjustable AMG rear axle locking differential. The new AMG sports suspension is highly sophisticated. Made with adjustable uprights, as tradition in racing cars, is one of the gems of the Black Series models. This arrangement offers many possibilities for setting and allows the driver to customize the damping according to driving style. The track was widened by 40 mm (front) and 79 mm (rear). In addition to the modified stabilizer bars, the C 63 AMG Black Series is also known for its excellent driving dynamics, high adhesion and low side lying down. AMG sports parameter steering ensures maximum control over the car: power steering ensures the new mapping, in fact, a highly precise steering.



The interior of the C 63 AMG Black Series Coupe are perfectly in line with the eye-catching high-tech components and with the spectacular exterior design. Blacks with red inserts, reminiscent of a real racing car and stand out for quality materials used and the finishing details. The two AMG sports bucket seats offer perfect support in the use on the racetrack. The absence of a back seat underlines the sporty side of the car and the other helps to reduce weight. Upon request, the C 63 AMG Black Series Coupe is also available as a four-seater with AMG sports seats similar to those of the C 63 AMG Coupe and individual rear seats.

The AMG performance steering wheel flattened at the top and bottom comes with integrated aluminum commands to change the gears manually. Seat belts and red contrasting stitching of the same color on the steering wheel, seats, door center panels, armrests, console and gear lever, give an extra touch of sportiness to the interior. On the dashboard, embellished with shiny black piano trim, stands the unique logo "AMG Black Series." The framework, with three separate round instruments, hosts a three-dimensional TFT color display. When the door the driver is greeted by AMG. The AMG main menu, also in TFT display, incorporates the signs for engine oil temperature settings of the ESP ® or gear selection. The knob travel programs for C, S, S + and M and RACE START function is located in the center console, next to the lever of the automatic transmission.

AMG Performance Media telemetry as in racing cars. Prominent element of the extras is the AMG Performance Media: This system is known from the SLS AMG combines numerous indicators, telemetry, various data on the engine relative to transverse and longitudinal acceleration and lap times. Several features of the AMG Performance Media have been inspired by motorsport. All indicators are visible on the color display, and 17.8 cm high-resolution multimedia system COMAND Online (on request). The C 63 AMG Black Series Coupe is proof of how excellent driving dynamics and high levels of active and passive safety can peacefully coexist in a car: its standard equipment includes, in fact, five airbags, pretensioners and force limiters restraint belts for all seats, as well as ABS, ESP ® adjustable on three levels, Adaptive Highbeam Assist system, Tyre pressure loss warning and cruise control with speed limiter SPEEDTRONIC variable.