Typically, owners of high-end vehicles don’t use them daily. They drive them out of the showroom, take them home, park them in the garage, and occasionally bring them to the dealership for maintenance or to car shows. This isn’t a stereotype—it’s a fundamental aspect of owning an exclusive, ultra-expensive supercar.
One such vehicle that fits this description perfectly is the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe, the spiritual successor to the iconic 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing. Just like its predecessor, the SLS makes a bold statement with its aggressive styling and signature gullwing doors that open upwards. From every angle, the SLS is an iconic dream car for generations.
Cars like this rarely hit the market. But this Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe is not only an exception but also extensively driven, being one of just 1,875 units that roamed American roads. A 2011 model with two owners, it spent more time on the road than in the garage, racking up over 67,000 miles (109,000 km).
Mercedes-Benz spared no expense in crafting this vehicle. After all, it’s the first production car fully developed from the ground up by AMG. It had to look stunning, perform exceptionally, and outshine rivals like the Ferrari 458 Italia, Lamborghini Gallardo, and Aston Martin DBS. And it delivered on every count.
Powered by a hand-built, front-mid-mounted 6.2-liter naturally aspirated V8 engine (code-named M159, derived from the M156), it produces 563 horsepower and 479 lb-ft (649 Nm) of torque. This setup propels the coupe from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds, with a top speed of 197 mph (317 km/h). Power is delivered to the rear wheels via a 7-speed AMG Speedshift DCT automatic transmission and a limited-slip differential.
Its lightweight construction is another key to its performance. The car features an all-aluminum spaceframe chassis, composed of 76% formed aluminum sheets and 20% cast aluminum, ensuring exceptional rigidity without adding weight.
It also boasts a carbon fiber driveshaft. All these elements combine to give the SLS AMG a curb weight of 3,600 pounds (1,633 kg). Why the “6.3” badge on the fender for a 6.2-liter V8? AMG traditionally names its models after larger engines in their lineup, even if it doesn’t make sense.
The car for sale is finished in Iridium Silver Metallic with a Classic Red interior. The cabin evokes the brand’s racing heritage, featuring sport seats, carbon fiber accents, and analog gauges that hark back to an era when driving was raw and demanded respect—long before electronic aids intervened.
However, Mercedes-Benz didn’t ignore modern advancements. The car includes a center screen running NTG 4, controlled not by touch but by a rotary dial. Heated seats are also standard.
A Bang & Olufsen surround sound system provides the soundtrack when the V8’s roar isn’t enough. The SLS AMG rides on 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels, dated 2016 and 2018, indicating they need replacement.
Over 15 years, this car has had two owners and has been garaged in warm-climate states like Texas and California. But it’s no garage queen—it’s a mile-accumulator, as the odometer confirms.
After all those miles, this 15-year-old Mercedes-Benz SLS isn’t flawless. A Carfax report shows unspecified front-end damage in January 2017. The seller discloses that the right front section was repainted.
The front end has minor scratches, and the front wheels show curb rash. The red leather on the seats and door panels shows wear. However, the car has been prepped for sale with an engine oil and filter change, and the door struts have been replaced.
The next owner will receive just one key, as noted in the Cars and Bids listing. No maintenance records, inspection stickers, or service history are included. With six days left in the auction, the highest bid is $150,000.
Mercedes-Benz SLS Gullwings typically sell between $150,000 and $250,000. Black Series models, however, can fetch up to $1 million. If this car were in Vietnam, it would likely find a home among the country’s SLS enthusiasts.
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