Sep 4th, 2008 by RJ Menezes
There have been a lot of storied cars in Mercedes-Benz’s history. But none has left the impression that the 300SL Gullwing has. It’s futuristic gullwing-style doors opened up and over the roof, like some sort of small aircraft. It’s a feature that cemented it’s status among the most important cars of the last century.
Now MB is going to bring the Gullwing back to it’s lineup. These test mules were caught during a recent testing run in the Death Valley area of California. Though the car is heavily draped in camouflage, it’s main attraction, those doors, are unmistakable.
The SLC will probably come equipped with a new turbocharged V8 putting out similar output to it’s bi-turbo V12! A fortified version of Mercedes’ new MCT seven-speed automatic is most likely the transmission of choice. Expect all the latest gizmos and gadgets too. When it does come out, it will replace the SLR-McLaren as Mercedes-Benz’s top halo vehicle. Expect to see a finalized version on the 2010 show circuit.
Above: It might be in camo, but there’s no mistaking those doors…
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