New Mercedes-Benz Sports Coupe Spotted

"Talk of a new sports car built along the lines of the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG dates back all the way to 2011, with numerous reports on the car, which was previously thought to be called an SLC AMG, emerging over the years.

A very early test mule based on the SLS was spotted last year, though plans for this car were shelved on the basis it would be too expensive compared to its intended rivals, namely, the Porsche 911 and Audi R8.

Mercedes-Benz apparently went back to the drawing board and devised a new sports car, as we now have the first spy shots of a prototype for it, which our sources tell us doesn’t share anything in common with the SLS.

The new car, which carries the internal code C190, will target younger buyers than the retro-inspired SLS, and its styling, which already appears much more modern than that of the SLS, will reflect that.

It will have traditional doors and its engine, an AMG-built V-8, mounted up front. It’s not clear if all-wheel drive will be offered, but given the AMG division’s newfound love of all-wheel-drive cars it’s entirely possible.

We do know it will be significantly smaller than the SLS, as the spy shots confirm, meaning a lighter curb weight. A new aluminum spaceframe structure has been developed, which should help keep weight below 3,300 pounds. The SLS, which also features aluminum construction, weighs more than 3,600 pounds.

The most likely engine option is a version of AMG's latest 5.5-liter twin-turbo V-8, although a smaller twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 said to be in the works is also possible. Power should rate at roughly 500 horsepower. AMG’s seven-speed SPEEDSHIFT dual-clutch ‘box, meanwhile, will handle gear changes. It will be mounted at the rear to help even out the weight distribution.

A reveal of the new car, whatever it’s called, is expected in the second half of 2014, with sales to start shortly after.

A convertible is expected roughly one year after the launch of this coupe version, and it’s almost certain that an even higher performance Black Series model will eventually be launched.

Stay tuned for updates as development progresses."













Source:http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1...hots#100431132

 

looks awesome, i think

 

Looks very cool!

 

That's the SLC,check the doors.

 

Yes it is the SLC, i'll post our report over the weekend, just traveling at the moment.

 

Autoblog says that is a "sub" SLS.

 

Completely different model with an All new v8. SLS is completely finished and all AMG variants will switch to the brand new never before seen v8. Engine will first be seen with the new engine. 6.3 is finished and isn't coming back last car it's in is the SLS.

 

Has it been confirmed as an 'SLC'? I've heard it could be called the GT or even SLR. time will tell. Not sure how they can be called 'spy' pictures when Mercedes released them lol.

 

I asked if it was the SLC and was just told no comment.

 

Interesting. Autocar said they were told it wouldn't have an 'SL' prefix. Not sure if it should wear the SLR name either (as some have suggested). A compact version of the SLS AMG Black Series could be interesting.