1. Short version
2. CL 65 AMG
3. CLK 63 AMG Black Series
4. 40 Years of AMG
5. Company and positioning
6. AMG milestones
7. Chronology
Chronology: The history of Mercedes-AMG GmbH
1967 - Hans Werner Aufrecht (A) and Erhard Melcher (M) establish AMG. the third letter in the company name (G) comes from Aufrecht's birthplace, Großaspach. The company is housed in an old mill in Burgstall, and the two men officially designate themselves as "Engineering, construction and testing specialists in the development of racing engines".
1971 - The first major sporting triumph for AMG: the AMG Mercedes 300 SEL 6.9 driven by Hans Heyer and Clemens Schickentanz records a surprise win in its class at the Spa 24 Hours and finishes second overall.
1976 - The Old Mill in Burgstall has become too small for the company, which now boasts customers all over the world. AMG and its 40 employees move to Affalterbach.
1980 - Victory for Clemens Schickentanz and Jörg Denzel at the Touring Car Championship race on the Nürburgring in an AMG Mercedes 450 SLC.
1986 - The motor racing comeback: AMG supplies engines for the 190 E 2.3-16 in the German Touring Car Championship. Premiere for the Mercedes-Benz 300 E 5.6 AMG. The mid-range model is propelled by a 265-kW/360-hp V8 engine with newly developed four-valve cylinder heads. A four-door saloon succeeds in breaking the 300-km/h barrier for the first time ever.
1988 - Mercedes-Benz joins forces with AMG to back the works teams in the German Touring Car Championship.
1989 - AMG is the most successful team in the German Touring Car Championship: Klaus Ludwig and Johnny Cecotto score a total of seven wins.
1990 - Plant III is opened in Affalterbach. The company now has a staff of 400 and a co-operation agreement with Daimler-Benz which extends beyond the motor racing sphere.
1991 - AMG Mercedes wins the team title; Klaus Ludwig is the best-placed driver. Mercedes-Benz comes out on top in the constructors' championship. DTM is in its prime: the TV audience for the races tops 153 million.
1992 - AMG driver Klaus Ludwig takes the German Touring Car Championship title in a 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II. AMG Mercedes once again wins the team title, the constructors' title is retained by Mercedes-Benz.
1993 - The first vehicle jointly developed on the basis of the co-operation agreement with Daimler-Benz comes onto the market: the Mercedes C 36 AMG. The name AMG is so widely known that the Patent Office registers it as a trademark.
1994 - Once again, Klaus Ludwig wins the German Touring Car Championship for AMG in an AMG Mercedes C-Class. The US version of the C 36 AMG is developed and homologated by AMG.
1995 - An AMG driver takes the German Touring Car Championship title for the third time and wins the International Touring Car Championship in its inaugural year. In both cases, the driver's name is Bernd Schneider.
1996 - AMG is the runner-up in the International Touring Car Championship with Bernd Schneider. At the Geneva Motor Show, AMG unveils the E 50 AMG and makes the transition from a component plant to a component and vehicle plant.
1997 - AMG celebrates a whole series of production milestones with 5000 units of the C 36 AMG and almost 3000 units of the E 50 AMG. The successor models, the C 43 AMG and E 55 AMG, are launched following the Frankfurt Motor Show. Bernd Schneider in the Mercedes CLK-GTR takes the drivers' title and AMG Mercedes the team title in the FIA GT Championship.
1998 - For the first time, a road-going version of the CLK-GTR is built in a limited edition of 25 units. AMG Mercedes wins all ten races in the FIA GT Championship. Klaus Ludwig and Ricardo Zonta take the championship title.
1999 - Mercedes-AMG GmbH commences business on 01.01.99. Some 5000 vehicles are sold worldwide.
2000 - Sales figures reach a record 11,500, the most popular model being the ML 55 AMG with over 4500 units sold. The Mercedes-Benz CLK is entered in the newly established German Touring Car Masters (DTM). Bernd Schneider is crowned champion and Mercedes-Benz takes the constructors' title.
2001 - 18,700 Mercedes-AMG models are sold. The best-selling model is the C 32 AMG with some 3800 vehicles sold. Market launch of the SL 55 AMG. Bernd Schneider successfully defends his DTM title.
2002 - The workforces increases to around 580. Market launch of the CLK 55 AMG, E 55 AMG, C 30 CDI AMG, S 55 AMG and CL 55 AMG. Vodafone/AMG Mercedes takes the DTM team title.
2003 - Market launch of the CLK 55 AMG Cabriolet, E 55 AMG Estate, S 65 AMG and CL 65 AMG. Mercedes-Benz wins nine out of ten DTM races. Bernd Schneider takes his fourth DTM title, Vodafone/AMG Mercedes retains the team title and Mercedes-Benz wins the constructors' championship. By the end of 2003, AMG sales figures reach a record-breaking total of over 20,000 units.
2004 - Mercedes-AMG now has around 650 employees. Market launch of the C 55 AMG, G 55 AMG KOMPRESSOR, SL 65 AMG and SLK 55 AMG models. A limited edition of 100 CLK DTM AMG models is produced. AMG enters the new C-Class touring cars in the DTM; Gary Paffett finishes the season as runner-up. Mercedes-Benz and Vodafone/DaimlerChrysler Bank AMG Mercedes both come second in the race for the constructors' and team titles respectively.
2005 - Market launch of the CLS 55 AMG. World premiere of the ML 63 AMG, CLK DTM AMG Cabriolet and Vision R 63 AMG at the 61st Frankfurt Motor Show. Two-time Formula 1 champion Mika Häkkinen joins AMG Mercedes’ DTM team. Gary Paffett wins the drivers' title. Mercedes-Benz secures the constructors' title, with DaimlerChrysler Bank AMG Mercedes taking the team title.
2006 - Mercedes-AMG launches a model initiative: presentation of the new CL 63 AMG, S 63 AMG, E 63 AMG, CLS 63 AMG, CLK 63 AMG, S 65 AMG, SL 55 AMG, SL 65 AMG, R 63 AMG and SLK 55 AMG Black Series high-performance models. Official opening of the AMG Performance Studio. The previous season's DTM title triple is repeated, Bernd Schneider is crowned champion for the fifth time.
2007 - AMG turns 40; to mark the occasion, the CL 65 AMG "40th Anniversary" is brought out. Market launch of the CL 65 AMG and CLK 63 AMG Black Series. Mercedes-AMG now has around 750 employees. The new AMG Mercedes C-Class lines up for the start of the new DTM season.
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Mercedes-Benz starts the 2007 DTM season with the new AMG Mercedes C-Class. |
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Mercedes-Benz starts the 2007 DTM season with the new AMG Mercedes C-Class. |
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Mercedes-Benz starts the 2007 DTM season with the new AMG Mercedes C-Class. |
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Mercedes-Benz starts the 2007 DTM season with the new AMG Mercedes C-Class. |
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Mercedes-Benz starts the 2007 DTM season with the new AMG Mercedes C-Class. |
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The 500 SEC AMG competes at the 1989 24 hour race in Spa-Francorchamps. |
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The 500 SEC AMG competes at the 1989 24 hour race in Spa-Francorchamps. |
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In 1994 the newly developed AMG-Mercedes-Benz C-Class replaces the 190 E in the DTM. |
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In 1994 the newly developed AMG-Mercedes-Benz C-Class replaces the 190 E in the DTM. |
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In 1990 AMG starts in the DTM with the 190 E 2.5-16 Evo II. |
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In 1990 AMG starts in the DTM with the 190 E 2.5-16 Evo II. |
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The 450 SLC AMG wins the Touring Car Race on the Nürburgring’s Nordschleife in 1980. |
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The 450 SLC AMG wins the Touring Car Race on the Nürburgring’s Nordschleife in 1980. |
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Milestones of motorsport |
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Milestones of motorsport |
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Milestones of motorsport |
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40 years of AMG have seen numerous race wins and outstanding technological achievements in the development of high-performance vehicles. |
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40 years of AMG have seen numerous race wins and outstanding technological achievements in the development of high-performance vehicles. |
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Shortly after the launch of the new SL-Class Mercedes-AMG presents the SL 55 AMG at the IAA in Frankfurt. |
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The C 36 AMG, launched in 1993 was the first vehicle jointly-developed as a result of the cooperation agreement with Daimler-Benz AG. |
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The most powerful roadster in the world was launched in 1999 - the SL 73 AMG. |
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20 years ago AMG succeeded in giving a saloon car sports-car performance with the 300 E 6.0. |
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The C 36 AMG, launched in 1993 was the first vehicle jointly-developed as a result of the cooperation agreement with Daimler-Benz AG. |
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The C 36 AMG, launched in 1993 was the first vehicle jointly-developed as a result of the cooperation agreement with Daimler-Benz AG. |
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The most powerful roadster in the world was launched in 1999 - the SL 73 AMG. |
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The most powerful roadster in the world was launched in 1999 - the SL 73 AMG. |
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The E 50 AMG was launched in 1996, in close cooperation with Mercedes-Benz. |
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The E 50 AMG was launched in 1996, in close cooperation with Mercedes-Benz. |
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The E 50 AMG was launched in 1996, in close cooperation with Mercedes-Benz. |
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Shortly after the launch of the new SL-Class Mercedes-AMG presents the SL 55 AMG at the IAA in Frankfurt. |
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Shortly after the launch of the new SL-Class Mercedes-AMG presents the SL 55 AMG at the IAA in Frankfurt. |
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20 years ago AMG succeeded in giving a saloon car sports-car performance with the 300 E 6.0. |
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20 years ago AMG succeeded in giving a saloon car sports-car performance with the 300 E 6.0. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The new CLK 63 AMG Black Series is based on the Official F1 TM Safety Car. Its uprated V8 engine, the newly constructed axles, the AMG threaded sports suspension and the AMG highperformance brake system guarantee driving dynamics on the highest level. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The new CLK 63 AMG Black Series is based on the Official F1 TM Safety Car. Its uprated V8 engine, the newly constructed axles, the AMG threaded sports suspension and the AMG highperformance brake system guarantee driving dynamics on the highest level. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The new CLK 63 AMG Black Series is based on the Official F1 TM Safety Car. Its uprated V8 engine, the newly constructed axles, the AMG threaded sports suspension and the AMG highperformance brake system guarantee driving dynamics on the highest level. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The new CLK 63 AMG Black Series is based on the Official F1 TM Safety Car. Its uprated V8 engine, the newly constructed axles, the AMG threaded sports suspension and the AMG highperformance brake system guarantee driving dynamics on the highest level. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The new CLK 63 AMG Black Series is based on the Official F1 TM Safety Car. Its uprated V8 engine, the newly constructed axles, the AMG threaded sports suspension and the AMG highperformance brake system guarantee driving dynamics on the highest level. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The new CLK 63 AMG Black Series is based on the Official F1 TM Safety Car. Its uprated V8 engine, the newly constructed axles, the AMG threaded sports suspension and the AMG highperformance brake system guarantee driving dynamics on the highest level. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The new CLK 63 AMG Black Series is based on the Official F1 TM Safety Car. Its uprated V8 engine, the newly constructed axles, the AMG threaded sports suspension and the AMG highperformance brake system guarantee driving dynamics on the highest level. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The new CLK 63 AMG Black Series is based on the Official F1 TM Safety Car. Its uprated V8 engine, the newly constructed axles, the AMG threaded sports suspension and the AMG highperformance brake system guarantee driving dynamics on the highest level. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The transfer from motorsport can be clearly seen in the interior of the CLK 63 AMG Black Series. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The transfer from motorsport can be clearly seen in the interior of the CLK 63 AMG Black Series. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The AMG 6.3 litre V8 engine with 373 kW/507 hp, upgraded by 19 kW/26hp, accelerates the CLK 63 AMG Black Series from zero to 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The transfer from motorsport can be clearly seen in the interior of the CLK 63 AMG Black Series. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The new CLK 63 AMG Black Series is based on the Official F1 TM Safety Car. Its uprated V8 engine, the newly constructed axles, the AMG threaded sports suspension and the AMG highperformance brake system guarantee driving dynamics on the highest level. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The new CLK 63 AMG Black Series is based on the Official F1 TM Safety Car. Its uprated V8 engine, the newly constructed axles, the AMG threaded sports suspension and the AMG highperformance brake system guarantee driving dynamics on the highest level. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The new CLK 63 AMG Black Series is based on the Official F1 TM Safety Car. Its uprated V8 engine, the newly constructed axles, the AMG threaded sports suspension and the AMG highperformance brake system guarantee driving dynamics on the highest level. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The new CLK 63 AMG Black Series is based on the Official F1 TM Safety Car. Its uprated V8 engine, the newly constructed axles, the AMG threaded sports suspension and the AMG highperformance brake system guarantee driving dynamics on the highest level. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The new CLK 63 AMG Black Series is based on the Official F1 TM Safety Car. Its uprated V8 engine, the newly constructed axles, the AMG threaded sports suspension and the AMG highperformance brake system guarantee driving dynamics on the highest level. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The new CLK 63 AMG Black Series is based on the Official F1 TM Safety Car. Its uprated V8 engine, the newly constructed axles, the AMG threaded sports suspension and the AMG highperformance brake system guarantee driving dynamics on the highest level. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series: The AMG 6.3 litre V8 engine with 373 kW/507 hp, upgraded by 19 kW/26hp, accelerates the CLK 63 AMG Black Series from zero to 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds. |
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Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Black Series Power Output Graph |
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Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG with Exterior Carbon Package: The exterior carbon package consists of the front apron deflectors, the wing mirror housings and the diffuser applications in the rear apron. |
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Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG with Exterior Carbon Package: The exterior carbon package consists of the front apron deflectors, the wing mirror housings and the diffuser applications in the rear apron. |
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Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG with Exterior Carbon Package: The exterior carbon package consists of the front apron deflectors, the wing mirror housings and the diffuser applications in the rear apron. |
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Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG with Exterior Carbon Package: The exterior carbon package consists of the front apron deflectors, the wing mirror housings and the diffuser applications in the rear apron. |
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Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG with Exterior Carbon Package: The exterior carbon package consists of the front apron deflectors, the wing mirror housings and the diffuser applications in the rear apron. |
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The new top model CL 65 AMG impresses with exquisite appointments, state-of-the-art technology from motorsport and top-level dynamism. |
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The new top model CL 65 AMG impresses with exquisite appointments, state-of-the-art technology from motorsport and top-level dynamism. |
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Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG with Exterior Carbon Package: The exterior carbon package consists of the front apron deflectors, the wing mirror housings and the diffuser applications in the rear apron. |
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Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG with Exterior Carbon Package: The exterior carbon package consists of the front apron deflectors, the wing mirror housings and the diffuser applications in the rear apron. |
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Mercedes Benz CL 65 AMG: The interior of the V12 performance coupe is both dynamic and uses the finest materials. |
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Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG: Outstanding driving performance is guaranteed by the AMG 6.0 litre V12 bi-turbo engine with 450 kW/612 hp and 1000 Nm of torque. |
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The new top model CL 65 AMG impresses with exquisite appointments, state-of-the-art technology from motorsport and top-level dynamism. |
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The new top model CL 65 AMG impresses with exquisite appointments, state-of-the-art technology from motorsport and top-level dynamism. |
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The new top model CL 65 AMG impresses with exquisite appointments, state-of-the-art technology from motorsport and top-level dynamism. |
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The new top model CL 65 AMG impresses with exquisite appointments, state-of-the-art technology from motorsport and top-level dynamism. |
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The new top model CL 65 AMG impresses with exquisite appointments, state-of-the-art technology from motorsport and top-level dynamism. |
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The new top model CL 65 AMG impresses with exquisite appointments, state-of-the-art technology from motorsport and top-level dynamism. |
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The new top model CL 65 AMG impresses with exquisite appointments, state-of-the-art technology from motorsport and top-level dynamism. |
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Mercedes Benz CL 65 AMG: The interior of the V12 performance coupe is both dynamic and uses the finest materials. |
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Mercedes Benz CL 65 AMG: The interior of the V12 performance coupe is both dynamic and uses the finest materials. |
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Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG “40th Anniversary”: Even more exclusive appointments such as the AMG Alubeam paint and carbon diffuser on the rear apron characterise the limited edition CL 65 AMG “40th Anniversary”. Only 40 such models are to be produced. |
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Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG “40th Anniversary”: Even more exclusive appointments such as the AMG Alubeam paint and carbon diffuser on the rear apron characterise the limited edition CL 65 AMG “40th Anniversary”. Only 40 such models are to be produced. |
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Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG “40th Anniversary”: Even more exclusive appointments such as the AMG Alubeam paint and carbon diffuser on the rear apron characterise the limited edition CL 65 AMG “40th Anniversary”. Only 40 such models are to be produced. |
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Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG “40th Anniversary”: Even more exclusive appointments such as the AMG Alubeam paint and carbon diffuser on the rear apron characterise the limited edition CL 65 AMG “40th Anniversary”. Only 40 such models are to be produced. |
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Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG “40th Anniversary”: The CL 65 AMG “40th Anniversary“ features a two-tone EXCLUSIVE PASSION all-nappa leather upholstery with a new AMG V12 diamond pattern. |
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Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG “40th Anniversary”: The CL 65 AMG “40th Anniversary“ features a two-tone EXCLUSIVE PASSION all-nappa leather upholstery with a new AMG V12 diamond pattern. |
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Mercedes-Benz CL 65 AMG Power Output Graph |
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