SLK 55 Special Edition

*easty* · 07-18-2006

I think it's good to start a thread on this car. It's very interesting how information has been released. Initially 35 cars reported to have been sold to be part of an Asian racing cup league.

Only months Later we Now have anoucements of a small level production amount
of a car named "Special Edition" and "Black". Although it was reported that these would be available by the end of june 2006, I've not yet seen any information or images of these on the road or track. This new model has not been destined for north america as new legislation means cars should have side air bags and the bucket race seats could not possibly have these integral.

Now AMG have released news of a new department to focus on small volume production of more sports focused AMG's and they also released information that this department is focusing on a black edition of the vehicle that will adhere to the regulations for north america.

Some Images of the new special edition as released by MB/AMG.

*easty* · 07-18-2006

Few more images.

Notice the new vents in between the wheel arch and door on the wing. This is to aid transmission cooling, as we've seen
reports of of transmission overheating problems when the stock SLK has been on the track.

This images shows the complete roof piece and no breaks which we are used to on the stock car with the vario roof

Mesh grill replaces the slotted vents with a carbon surrond and 19" milled wheels.

DansSlk · 07-18-2006

I have just noticed that the special series has a one piece roof whereas the experience Asia car seems to be the normal vario-type so maybe AMG has made this one a structural component and the Asia car merely has its hydraulics removed?

*easty* · 07-18-2006

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Originally Posted by DansSlk

I have just noticed that the special series has a one piece roof whereas the experience Asia car seems to be the normal vario-type so maybe AMG has made this one a structural component and the Asia car merely has its hydraulics removed?

I know there are a lot of differences between the asia cup and special edition. The fact that the roll post behind the head of the chair are still present hints it's not an integral part of the car though. Also I guess if they reduce any stregnth in the car body then all the safety test the car has been through are no longer valid. I think just losing the mechanics of the vario and replacing the metalics with cfc and maybe the back window with lightweight plastic, your talking a lot of saving?

DansSlk · 07-18-2006

Yeah i have the weight of the roof systems somewhere around i cant remember the exact figure but it ain't exactly light.
And as Merc say the benefit of the lower centre of gravity should help improve the handling of the beast also.
Again i imagine it all depend on what weight saving they where looking for, i cant say i like the new vents in the side of the car however if they where like the ones on the SL then i am looking at the perfect car

**alroumi** · 07-19-2006

I like what I am seeing

FPF422 · 07-19-2006

I think that the Special Edition is the F1 2005 Safety Car...

**alroumi** · 07-19-2006

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Originally Posted by FPF422

I think that the Special Edition is the F1 2005 Safety Car...

Yeah, I thought so

**-1-** · 07-19-2006

Beautiful! I like EVERYTHING, but I wouldn't trade the retractable top. Personally, I'd take less performance, SLK 55 and have the best of both.

*easty* · 07-19-2006

It's seems to have been a maturation from SLK 55 stock > 2005 F1 safety car > Asia cup > Special edition. non are identical.

**alroumi** · 07-19-2006

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Originally Posted by easty

It's seems to have been a maturation from SLK 55 stock > 2005 F1 safety car > Asia cup > Special edition. non are identical.

Yeah, I can only spot the Polished wheels

chris_m · 07-19-2006

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Originally Posted by -1-

Beautiful! I like EVERYTHING, but I wouldn't trade the retractable top. Personally, I'd take less performance, SLK 55 and have the best of both.

Same here, i definitely wouldn't sacrifice the roof.

**alroumi** · 07-19-2006

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Originally Posted by chris_m

Same here, i definitely wouldn't sacrifice the roof.

Same here, The Roof is what makes the car unique to the softop roadsters

DansSlk · 07-19-2006

OK easty i said i would check and from what i have been told the Experience Asia cars roof is just tacked on with the hydraulics removed the Special Series cars roof is properly fixed to the rest of the car but is not designed to support the cars weight hence the reason for leaving the roll bars and the different a-pillar body panel

Hope this helps

Dan

*easty* · 07-19-2006

That's great, We did detemine as much.

any info on total weight saving I read somewhere it was 45kg.

DansSlk · 07-19-2006

Indeed we did, i have not heard anything about weight i will look into it in the morning none of the info in the shop details the weight so i called MBUK and they will be shut now i will post back tommorow

DansSlk · 07-20-2006

You are right easty 45kg reduced weight for the Special Series they would not go into the Experience Asia cars as they are not production so the weight measurement is not in accordance with some stupid EU directive or something like that

**alroumi** · 07-20-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by DansSlk

You are right easty 45kg reduced weight for the Special Series they would not go into the Experience Asia cars as they are not production so the weight measurement is not in accordance with some stupid EU directive or something like that

Ahh Interesting information, It seems like the most drivable track SLK55 is from Vaeth

Has KW suspension etc

*easty* · 07-21-2006

Not seen that before good find.

**alroumi** · 07-21-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by easty

Not seen that before good find.

Thank you, I love how it looks very very hot

07-18-2006	#1 (permalink)
easty Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Montreal Vehicle: ///AMG Posts: 2,075 Country: Thanks: 17 Thanked 19 Times in 9 Posts	SLK 55 Special Edition I think it's good to start a thread on this car. It's very interesting how information has been released. Initially 35 cars reported to have been sold to be part of an Asian racing cup league. Only months Later we Now have anoucements of a small level production amount of a car named "Special Edition" and "Black". Although it was reported that these would be available by the end of june 2006, I've not yet seen any information or images of these on the road or track. This new model has not been destined for north america as new legislation means cars should have side air bags and the bucket race seats could not possibly have these integral. Now AMG have released news of a new department to focus on small volume production of more sports focused AMG's and they also released information that this department is focusing on a black edition of the vehicle that will adhere to the regulations for north america. Some Images of the new special edition as released by MB/AMG. __________________ "I'm not a roman mum, I'm a kike, a yid, a heebie, a hook-nose, I'm kosher mum, I'm a Red Sea pedestrian, and proud of it!" Life of Brian To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

07-18-2006	#2 (permalink)
easty Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Montreal Vehicle: ///AMG Posts: 2,075 Country: Thanks: 17 Thanked 19 Times in 9 Posts	Few more images. Notice the new vents in between the wheel arch and door on the wing. This is to aid transmission cooling, as we've seen reports of of transmission overheating problems when the stock SLK has been on the track. This images shows the complete roof piece and no breaks which we are used to on the stock car with the vario roof Mesh grill replaces the slotted vents with a carbon surrond and 19" milled wheels. __________________ "I'm not a roman mum, I'm a kike, a yid, a heebie, a hook-nose, I'm kosher mum, I'm a Red Sea pedestrian, and proud of it!" Life of Brian To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Last edited by easty; 07-18-2006 at 11:12 PM.

07-18-2006	#3 (permalink)
DansSlk Dude Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Wales Vehicle: 05 B55S (Brabus 6.1 S) Posts: 6,752 Country: Thanks: 96 Thanked 221 Times in 173 Posts	I have just noticed that the special series has a one piece roof whereas the experience Asia car seems to be the normal vario-type so maybe AMG has made this one a structural component and the Asia car merely has its hydraulics removed? __________________ One thing you will learn with German cars - If it's simple it ain't happening.

07-18-2006	#5 (permalink)
DansSlk Dude Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Wales Vehicle: 05 B55S (Brabus 6.1 S) Posts: 6,752 Country: Thanks: 96 Thanked 221 Times in 173 Posts	Yeah i have the weight of the roof systems somewhere around i cant remember the exact figure but it ain't exactly light. And as Merc say the benefit of the lower centre of gravity should help improve the handling of the beast also. Again i imagine it all depend on what weight saving they where looking for, i cant say i like the new vents in the side of the car however if they where like the ones on the SL then i am looking at the perfect car __________________ One thing you will learn with German cars - If it's simple it ain't happening.

07-19-2006	#6 (permalink)
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07-19-2006	#7 (permalink)
FPF422 Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Buizingen - Belgium Vehicle: '05 SLK 350 - 7G Posts: 852 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I think that the Special Edition is the F1 2005 Safety Car...

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easty Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Montreal Vehicle: ///AMG Posts: 2,075 Country: Thanks: 17 Thanked 19 Times in 9 Posts	It's seems to have been a maturation from SLK 55 stock > 2005 F1 safety car > Asia cup > Special edition. non are identical. __________________ "I'm not a roman mum, I'm a kike, a yid, a heebie, a hook-nose, I'm kosher mum, I'm a Red Sea pedestrian, and proud of it!" Life of Brian To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

07-19-2006	#14 (permalink)
DansSlk Dude Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Wales Vehicle: 05 B55S (Brabus 6.1 S) Posts: 6,752 Country: Thanks: 96 Thanked 221 Times in 173 Posts	OK easty i said i would check and from what i have been told the Experience Asia cars roof is just tacked on with the hydraulics removed the Special Series cars roof is properly fixed to the rest of the car but is not designed to support the cars weight hence the reason for leaving the roll bars and the different a-pillar body panel Hope this helps Dan __________________ One thing you will learn with German cars - If it's simple it ain't happening.

07-19-2006	#15 (permalink)
easty Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Montreal Vehicle: ///AMG Posts: 2,075 Country: Thanks: 17 Thanked 19 Times in 9 Posts	That's great, We did detemine as much. any info on total weight saving I read somewhere it was 45kg. __________________ "I'm not a roman mum, I'm a kike, a yid, a heebie, a hook-nose, I'm kosher mum, I'm a Red Sea pedestrian, and proud of it!" Life of Brian To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

07-19-2006	#16 (permalink)
DansSlk Dude Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Wales Vehicle: 05 B55S (Brabus 6.1 S) Posts: 6,752 Country: Thanks: 96 Thanked 221 Times in 173 Posts	Indeed we did, i have not heard anything about weight i will look into it in the morning none of the info in the shop details the weight so i called MBUK and they will be shut now i will post back tommorow __________________ One thing you will learn with German cars - If it's simple it ain't happening.

07-20-2006	#17 (permalink)
DansSlk Dude Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Wales Vehicle: 05 B55S (Brabus 6.1 S) Posts: 6,752 Country: Thanks: 96 Thanked 221 Times in 173 Posts	You are right easty 45kg reduced weight for the Special Series they would not go into the Experience Asia cars as they are not production so the weight measurement is not in accordance with some stupid EU directive or something like that __________________ One thing you will learn with German cars - If it's simple it ain't happening.

07-21-2006	#19 (permalink)
easty Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Montreal Vehicle: ///AMG Posts: 2,075 Country: Thanks: 17 Thanked 19 Times in 9 Posts	Not seen that before good find. __________________ "I'm not a roman mum, I'm a kike, a yid, a heebie, a hook-nose, I'm kosher mum, I'm a Red Sea pedestrian, and proud of it!" Life of Brian To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.