GDIzen Neutral Newbie May 4, 2004 Share May 4, 2004 (edited) The Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM AMG: thoroughbred race-track technology for the road Mercedes-Benz has issued the following press release: With its combination of state-of-the-art motorsport technology, driving dynamics more familiar from the race-track, captivating styling features and unrivalled exclusivity, the new Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM AMG will set the pulses of car enthusiasts racing that much faster. Limited to a production run of only 100 units, this two-door masterpiece combines an AMG 5.5-litre V8 supercharged engine developing 428 kW/582 hp, a newly developed chassis, optionally available sports tyres and aerodynamics optimised in the wind tunnel to deliver a truly exceptional high-performance experience. The AMG thoroughbred accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.9 seconds, and on to an electronically governed maximum speed of 320 km/h. The template for the development of the new CLK DTM AMG was the racing version of the Mercedes-Benz CLK, which Bernd Schneider drove to overall victory in the 2003 German Touring Car Masters (DTM) race series and which finished the season as the most successful model in the championship. The fixtures and fittings of the CLK DTM AMG also take their cue from its race-track sibling. Two leather-trimmed AMG sports bucket seats with four-point safety belts ensure unbeatable lateral support, whilst the oval AMG racing steering wheel with suede covering and new AMG instrument cluster with 360 km/h speedometer dial bring extra touches of motor racing allure to the interior. The first examples of the 100-unit limited-edition series will be delivered to customers from autumn 2004. You need look no further than the exterior design of the new CLK DTM AMG to find the first traces of its racing pedigree, the transfer of high-end motorsport technology to the road given visual expression by the low slung front apron with large cooling air inlets, striking fender flarings, 19 and 20-inch AMG light-alloy wheels and the diffusor-look rear section with rear wing, all of which recall the head-turning muscularity of the successful CLK racing touring cars competing in the DTM. Added to which, a host of body components have been constructed from the high-strength and ex-tremely lightweight carbon-fibre-reinforced material CFRP. Under the bonnet lurks a specially revised version of the AMG supercharged eight-cylinder engine familiar from the SL 55 AMG, featuring modifications to the crank-case, pistons, valve train, cooling system, intake duct, supercharger and exhaust system. The AMG V8 engine develops 428 kW/582 hp at 6100 rpm from its 5439-cc displacement, with peak torque of 800 Newton metres available from 3500 rpm. Performance comparable with a super sports car Boasting instant accelerator response, impressive torque development, free-revving vivacity and an unmistakeable V8 soundtrack, the wonderfully powerful AMG 5.5-litre supercharged V8 at the heart of the CLK DTM AMG was born to deliver performance characteristics normally the preserve of super sports cars. The sprint from 0 to 100 km/h vanishes in only 3.9 seconds on the way to an electronically governed maximum speed of 320 km/h. The AMG SPEEDSHIFT five-speed automatic transmission injects further doses of motor-racing magic into the new arrival. The driver changes gear with a short dab of the steering-wheel-mounted shift paddles, the amazingly short shift times pushing back the boundaries of sporty driving and dynamic feel. Newly developed spring and shock absorber units with adjustable coil springs, plus a locking differential on the rear axle The chassis, meanwhile, is a more than worthy complement to the beguiling muscle of the powertrain. Already a firm fixture on the race-track, height-adjustable spring and shock absorber units with adjustable coil springs are also an integral feature of the new road car. The rear axle has been redesigned to include totally new spring links and hub carriers, as well as reinforced drive shafts. Uniball joints on both axles replace rubber elements and imbue the car Edited May 4, 2004 by GDIzen ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthatter Neutral Newbie May 4, 2004 Share May 4, 2004 Damn nice! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seansene 1st Gear May 4, 2004 Share May 4, 2004 Gives some much-needed agression to the regular CLK frame Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bpfocus Neutral Newbie May 4, 2004 Share May 4, 2004 (edited) ...this is the ultimate babe car man.....not one that attracts babes ....but one that babes drive .......was at the botanical gardens visitor centre carpark .........saw 2 CLKs driven by 2 gorgeous babes who have gone there for a run ........decked out in sexy tank tops and running shorts ....have the looks...the bods and obviously the moollah as well...... Edited May 4, 2004 by Bpfocus Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarmac 3rd Gear May 4, 2004 Share May 4, 2004 Enviable specs indeed but would prefer the GT Wing to go with other cars.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Levin Neutral Newbie May 4, 2004 Share May 4, 2004 heheee... nowaddays westerners oso noe how to use GT wing on their contis... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hitman Neutral Newbie May 4, 2004 Share May 4, 2004 ...this is the ultimate babe car man.....not one that attracts babes ....but one that babes drive .......was at the botanical gardens visitor centre carpark .........saw 2 CLKs driven by 2 gorgeous babes who have gone there for a run ........decked out in sexy tank tops and running shorts ....have the looks...the bods and obviously the moollah as well...... Obviously ... we cannot afford these babes Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mondeost220 Neutral Newbie May 4, 2004 Share May 4, 2004 westerners has gone ricey lately...look at reg's volvo Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phochem Neutral Newbie May 4, 2004 Share May 4, 2004 ffwwahhhh... my dream car..... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phochem Neutral Newbie May 4, 2004 Share May 4, 2004 Obviously ... we cannot afford these babes "High CC", jus like the car difficult to maintain.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GDIzen Neutral Newbie May 4, 2004 Author Share May 4, 2004 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GDIzen Neutral Newbie May 4, 2004 Author Share May 4, 2004 Gives some much-needed agression to the regular CLK frame Don't forget the kit does its bit too!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GDIzen Neutral Newbie May 4, 2004 Author Share May 4, 2004 ...this is the ultimate babe car man.....not one that attracts babes ....but one that babes drive .......was at the botanical gardens visitor centre carpark .........saw 2 CLKs driven by 2 gorgeous babes who have gone there for a run ........decked out in sexy tank tops and running shorts ....have the looks...the bods and obviously the moollah as well...... U never stalk them? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GDIzen Neutral Newbie May 4, 2004 Author Share May 4, 2004 heheee... nowaddays westerners oso noe how to use GT wing on their contis... They wanna be 2Fast2furious as well!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GDIzen Neutral Newbie May 4, 2004 Author Share May 4, 2004 ffwwahhhh... my dream car..... Get one soon? or at least a 1/18 scale version!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regboyboy Neutral Newbie May 4, 2004 Share May 4, 2004 Damn solid! Love the air ducts at the rear fender! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Assassin Clutched May 4, 2004 Share May 4, 2004 (edited) Oooolala !!! Love the flared arches and the front/rear skirts ! Edited May 4, 2004 by Assassin Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bpfocus Neutral Newbie May 5, 2004 Share May 5, 2004 ....how to ......pushing my baby on the strollers and wife was clutching me by the elbow ........ even have to pretend I wasn't looking somemore ...... ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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