2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG
11/15/09, 01:02 AM
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2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG
Very sexy. I really like the lineup MB has going.
http://www.autoblog.com/2009/11/09/2...g-first-drive/
11/16/09, 11:14 AM
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I'm starting to warm to this car a little. I still like the SLR better but this is looking ok to me at this point. And the SLR does sounds tons better..like a **** spitfire!
One thing did just occur to me..what happens when you are in an accident say and roll the car onto the roof how do you get out of this thing? I realize you could break a window but say that's not an option.
One thing did just occur to me..what happens when you are in an accident say and roll the car onto the roof how do you get out of this thing? I realize you could break a window but say that's not an option.
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11/16/09, 10:03 PM
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I'm starting to warm to this car a little. I still like the SLR better but this is looking ok to me at this point. And the SLR does sounds tons better..like a **** spitfire!
One thing did just occur to me..what happens when you are in an accident say and roll the car onto the roof how do you get out of this thing? I realize you could break a window but say that's not an option.
One thing did just occur to me..what happens when you are in an accident say and roll the car onto the roof how do you get out of this thing? I realize you could break a window but say that's not an option.
11/16/09, 10:07 PM
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It's a beautiful car indeed.
11/16/09, 10:28 PM
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Its a nice modern interpretation off the original "gullwings" of the 50's. I like it!
The wheels are sexy too.
The windows should retract, if not, then the can opener will be an expensive option on the Build sheet........
The wheels are sexy too.
The windows should retract, if not, then the can opener will be an expensive option on the Build sheet........
11/16/09, 10:42 PM
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Looks goo though I like the SLR's front a tad better this one's grille opening looks a Little TVR Cerbera-ish to me. Definately don't like the exhaust note on it http://www.motortrend.com/av/feature...lap/index.html
Sounds like a case of flatulence to me. Or a seawiz firing.
Sounds like a case of flatulence to me. Or a seawiz firing.
11/17/09, 09:37 AM
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I remember reading something about the rollover thing while it was still in pre-production, but I don't remember where. If I find it I'll try to post it up, but I wouldn't hold my breathe.
If memory serves I want to say something about break-away hinges... but don't quote me on that.
If memory serves I want to say something about break-away hinges... but don't quote me on that.
11/17/09, 09:54 AM
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I remember reading something about the rollover thing while it was still in pre-production, but I don't remember where. If I find it I'll try to post it up, but I wouldn't hold my breathe.
If memory serves I want to say something about break-away hinges... but don't quote me on that.
If memory serves I want to say something about break-away hinges... but don't quote me on that.
11/17/09, 02:03 PM
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11/17/09, 11:26 PM
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Luckily I was kinda right. I'm not sure how much I would trust explosives 10 years down the road, though. I also would be extremely disappointed if it required a button like shown in the video. "Daddy what does this button do...?"
11/17/09, 11:54 PM
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11/18/09, 08:25 AM
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While very nice, and love the color combo, I oddly find it slightly bland overall, gull wing doors excepted of course. Don't get me wrong, a very good looking car, but just somehow comes off a bit too safe in the end, even given that the original was a hardly a voluptuous piece either.
Still, would give my right one to have one as I'm sure its a beast on the road.
Still, would give my right one to have one as I'm sure its a beast on the road.
11/18/09, 10:53 PM
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While very nice, and love the color combo, I oddly find it slightly bland overall, gull wing doors excepted of course. Don't get me wrong, a very good looking car, but just somehow comes off a bit too safe in the end, even given that the original was a hardly a voluptuous piece either.
Still, would give my right one to have one as I'm sure its a beast on the road.
Still, would give my right one to have one as I'm sure its a beast on the road.
