Overview: 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG Video

The SLK 55 AMG draws inspiration from the formidable power of F1 racing cars. To bring out that insp...

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00:00 There are a lot of firsts associated with the 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG Roadster,

00:12 advancing the Benz even further into race car territory.

00:15 The SLK 55 AMG draws inspiration from the formidable power of F1 racing cars.

00:21 To bring out that inspiration, Mercedes-Benz gave the SLK muscular shoulder lines in a

00:25 dynamic wedge shape.

00:27 The vehicle's nose is designed to look like the front end of a Formula One car, with two

00:30 horizontal wings flanking it.

00:33 Muscular design lines beginning at the hood sweep over the closed retractable hardtop

00:36 and C-pillars down through the rear apron.

00:39 For the first time, an SLK Roadster is graced by a V8 engine that delivers massive power.

00:44 The 5.5 liter Mercedes-AMG V8 produces 355 horsepower and 376 pound-feet of torque.

00:52 It's mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission, marking the first time AMG has used the Mercedes-Benz

00:58 seven-speed in one of their vehicles, maximizing fuel economy and making reaction times extremely

01:03 fast.

01:04 Continuing the same design theme, the interior of the SLK reflects its dynamic and emotional

01:09 exterior design.

01:10 The driver is greeted by two large, clear dial instruments supplying the vehicle's

01:15 speed, engine speed, time, and fuel level.

01:18 The flowing lines of the hood are continued over through the dashboard and center console,

01:22 where vertical AC vents continue that flow and chrome details accentuate the quality

01:26 design.

01:27 The seats are draped in super soft Nappa leather and an air scarf heating system allows you

01:31 to drive with the top down even in cold weather.

01:34 With the Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG claiming Formula One as its ultimate muse, it's no

01:40 surprise the vehicle goes from zero to 60 miles per hour in 4.9 seconds.

01:46 [music]