Affalterbach, Aug 30, 2006 - Mercedes-AMG is offering customised performance packages for three AMG models, aimed at particularly sporty drivers. The packages, which are available for the CLS 63 AMG, SLK 55 AMG and SL 55 AMG, comprise various factory-fitted components which significantly enhance the dynamics of all three models and further improve their racetrack potential. The performance packages were developed in the AMG Performance Studio and the vehicles are built at the relevant DaimlerChrysler production plants.

The performance packages for the CLS 63 AMG, SLK 55 AMG and SL 55 AMG focus particularly on chassis and brake system modifications, incorporating com-ponents with an even higher performance rating and longer service life. The re-sult is a breathtaking driving experience for ambitious sports car enthusiasts who want to have the option of using their AMG model on closed-circuit racetracks. Customers benefit from the extensive motor sport know-how gained by Mercedes-AMG GmbH in almost four decades of working in this field.

The performance package for the CLS 63 AMG comprises:

• Internally ventilated composite front brake discs, size 390 x 36 mm
• Multi-disc rear locking differential with 40% locking effect for additional traction
• 19-inch twin-spoke AMG alloy wheels, multipiece, painted sterling silver, size 8.5 x 19 with 255/35 R 19 tyres (front) and size 10 x 19 with 285/30 R 19 tyres (rear)
• AMG performance suspension based on AIRMATIC DC
• AMG ergonomic sports steering wheel in leather/black Alcantara with silver-coloured aluminium shift paddles

The performance package for the SLK 55 AMG comprises:

• Internally ventilated composite front brake discs, size 360 x 32 mm
• 18-inch twin-spoke AMG alloy wheels, multipiece, size 7.5 x 18 with 225/40 R 18 tyres (front) and size 8.5 x 18 with 245/35 R 18 tyres (rear)
• AMG performance suspension
• AMG ergonomic sports steering wheel in leather/black Alcantara, with silver-coloured aluminium shift paddles
• Carbonfibre interior trim parts

The performance package for the SL 55 AMG comprises:

• Internally ventilated composite front brake discs, size 390 x 36 mm
• Multi-disc rear locking differential with 30% locking effect for additional traction
• 19-inch twin-spoke AMG alloy wheels, multipiece, size 8.5 x 19 with 255/35 R 19 tyres (front) and size 9.5 x 19 with 285/30 R 19 tyres (rear)
• AMG performance suspension based on Active Body Control (ABC)
• Additional oil cooler
• AMG front apron with larger air intakes
• AMG ergonomic sports steering wheel in leather/black Alcantara, with silver-coloured aluminium shift paddles

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