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im2fst4u
06-02-2010, 02:01 PM
Was down at Hyatt Mercedes today looking at a new toy and Neil was kind enough to let me see the new SLS that just arrived.
Sorry for the low quality pic and lack of more pics.
Neil said this one will be in their showroom for the next 2 weeks until the lucky owner pics it up if you would like to see it in person.
Amazing to see in person. This thing is a beast


http://i956.photobucket.com/albums/ae45/amr_ltd/061.jpg
nonlinear
06-02-2010, 02:23 PM
doh, next time, stand with the light behind you... :rofl:
Twin_Cam_Turbo
06-02-2010, 02:27 PM
:drool:
scat330
06-02-2010, 02:29 PM
I can't wait to see it in person.
syeve
06-02-2010, 02:29 PM
Yep, forget the haters...that car is amazing.
importracer1
06-02-2010, 05:14 PM
How much are these CDN?
adidas
06-02-2010, 06:58 PM
Thats sick!!!
rage2
06-02-2010, 07:21 PM
198 start 225 loaded (mostly carbon fibre crap).

I had a chance to check it out earlier in the week. Not digging the rear end at all.
b18c1
06-02-2010, 07:34 PM
http://img697.imageshack.us/img697/5049/slsu.jpg
im2fst4u
06-02-2010, 07:51 PM
Thanks b18c1 for contributing :thumbsup:
J.M.
06-02-2010, 08:54 PM
:drool:
Integra10
06-02-2010, 09:16 PM
:drool: I would do horrible...unforgivable things to have that car..
Graham_A_M
06-02-2010, 09:46 PM
The cars performance:D
Its looks. :barf:
r3ccOs
06-02-2010, 10:03 PM
IMO it is an insta-classic already

Not only does it pay homage to the revolutionary 300SL, but it has just as staggarding performance figures, relative to current standards.
you&me
06-02-2010, 10:23 PM
Originally posted by rage2
198 start 225 loaded (mostly carbon fibre crap).

I had a chance to check it out earlier in the week. Not digging the rear end at all.

And all those carbon fibre bits caused huge delays in production time... want CF, wait. Want your car now, no CF for you!
HondaKid
06-02-2010, 10:37 PM
Pity it will have to be using the crap streets in Calgary. If I had that car, it would sit in my livingroom.
inline6turbo
06-03-2010, 12:02 AM
Ok I know it's a wonderful machine and all. But imo, that is pure hideous, I don't care how retro it's supposed to be. Reminds me of a crossfire mated to a del sol with 997 wheels slapped on. Terrible. Hopefully it looks much better in person.
AndyL
06-03-2010, 01:13 PM
:drool: If I had a million dollars... :drool:

Love it... Wait, 2 million I'd need
http://foreverdriven.files.wordpress.com/2009/05/gullwing-past-2.jpg
in the garage beside it...
you&me
06-03-2010, 01:49 PM
Originally posted by AndyL
:drool: If I had a million dollars... :drool:

Love it... Wait, 2 million I'd need
http://foreverdriven.files.wordpress.com/2009/05/gullwing-past-2.jpg
in the garage beside it...

Don't worry, a million dollars would get you both :)
atgilchrist
06-03-2010, 01:53 PM
Originally posted by inline6turbo
Ok I know it's a wonderful machine and all. But imo, that is pure hideous, I don't care how retro it's supposed to be. Reminds me of a crossfire mated to a del sol with 997 wheels slapped on. Terrible. Hopefully it looks much better in person.

Crap, well you just ruined it for me haha. R8 is still my favorite in that category.
AndyL
06-03-2010, 02:06 PM
Originally posted by you&me


Don't worry, a million dollars would get you both :)
Yep but it wouldn't keep em on the road long - given the maintenance and repair costs on the new one :D And we wont even discuss the repair costs for the old one :D
skandalouz_08
06-03-2010, 02:11 PM
I definitely don't like the front. The back is ok, but wouldn't be owning this car for looks, more for performance.
rage2
06-03-2010, 02:53 PM
The looks of the car is definately going to stir up a lot of controversy with this car. It changes with different colors too. On the black one, the front doesn't look aggressive. The rear looks OK. On white and silver ones, the front looks amazing, the rear looks like ass.

I love the car for it's performance tho, which is why I was interested in getting one. There's a black one for sale right now at $225 because the buyer backed out, which is why I was invited to check the car out. But for $225, I sure the fuck want the car to look good from all angles. :rofl:
arian_ma
06-03-2010, 03:08 PM
^^^ how you live with such tough problems I'll never figure out.
:nut:
Cos
06-03-2010, 03:11 PM
Originally posted by Graham_A_M
The cars performance:D
Its looks. :barf:

+1, front isnt as bad as I remember but not 1/4 mil worth.
you&me
06-03-2010, 03:14 PM
Originally posted by rage2
The looks of the car is definately going to stir up a lot of controversy with this car. It changes with different colors too. On the black one, the front doesn't look aggressive. The rear looks OK. On white and silver ones, the front looks amazing, the rear looks like ass.

I love the car for it's performance tho, which is why I was interested in getting one. There's a black one for sale right now at $225 because the buyer backed out, which is why I was invited to check the car out. But for $225, I sure the fuck want the car to look good from all angles. :rofl:

Buying at MSRP, or is there a premium there? If there's a premium, just know that there are slots available for orders at MSRP...
rage2
06-03-2010, 03:20 PM
Originally posted by you&me
Buying at MSRP, or is there a premium there? If there's a premium, just know that there are slots available for orders at MSRP...
That's MSRP. $225 is loaded up pretty nicely.
shakalaka
06-03-2010, 03:36 PM
Not saying it's waste or anything. But for 225K there are SO many other cars I would rather buy first.
Cos
06-03-2010, 07:47 PM
Convert R8..... DO IT
2002civic
06-03-2010, 09:56 PM
I saw one of thes in San Diego and then saw one at a car wash off macleod today. I like them but may be it is just me...
DeeK
06-03-2010, 10:21 PM
Originally posted by HondaKid
Pity it will have to be using the crap streets in Calgary. If I had that car, it would sit in my livingroom.

Crappy streets of Calgary? If you mean the quality of the roads, then clearly you haven't driven other places. Calgary roads are great. Don't believe me? Drive on half the roads in Vancouver, you'll soon develop a love for Calgary roads.
inline6turbo
06-03-2010, 10:25 PM
Originally posted by DeeK


Crappy streets of Calgary? If you mean the quality of the roads, then clearly you haven't driven other places. Calgary roads are great. Don't believe me? Drive on half the roads in Vancouver, you'll soon develop a love for Calgary roads.

How very true. Our roads are amazing.
ukr boy
06-04-2010, 07:19 PM
I saw silver one last night on the corner of Bow trail and Sarcee Trail SW. It is pretty sick!!
slinkie
06-04-2010, 09:00 PM
i love the styling....everyone will have their own opinions
Kobe
06-04-2010, 09:17 PM
Saw the Silver one today... Only for half a second though, looked pretty nice
LEGiiT
06-04-2010, 09:31 PM
The back looks like an Acura TL with the exhaust and all. Beautiful car until you see the front, :barf: .
soloracer
06-04-2010, 10:59 PM
Originally posted by inline6turbo
Ok I know it's a wonderful machine and all. But imo, that is pure hideous, I don't care how retro it's supposed to be. Reminds me of a crossfire mated to a del sol with 997 wheels slapped on. Terrible. Hopefully it looks much better in person.

I agree 1000%. Looks like the snout of a dog to me. I saw a silver one on Macleod Trail the other day and it doesn't look any better in person. The SLR looks much better.
im2fst4u
06-04-2010, 11:29 PM
The MEC SLS has a different look and attitude....one that could grow on people not in love with the factory SLS.

http://www.modifiedcars.com/pix/cars_large/24477_44408.jpg
http://www.modifiedcars.com/pix/cars_large/24477_44406.jpg
http://www.modifiedcars.com/pix/cars_large/24477_44407.jpg
bjstare
06-05-2010, 09:59 AM
^That looks like something a brown guy would drive. Like the stock form way better.
Disoblige
06-06-2010, 01:05 AM
Originally posted by cjblair
^That looks like something a brown guy would drive. Like the stock form way better.
LOL.
shakalaka
06-06-2010, 01:39 AM
Originally posted by cjblair
^That looks like something a brown guy would drive. Like the stock form way better.


Well I am brown and I wouldn't drive it. So there.
D911
06-06-2010, 09:20 AM
Originally posted by shakalaka



Well I am brown and I wouldn't drive it. So there.

I think we're talkin like head over into dover and saddle ridge brown style though.
bjstare
06-06-2010, 11:36 AM
Originally posted by D911


I think we're talkin like head over into dover and saddle ridge brown style though.

Yep. Unless shakalakalakal is from there.

Looks like something a brown guy from Victoria would drive. Better?
shakalaka
06-06-2010, 11:51 AM
Originally posted by cjblair


Yep. Unless shakalakalakal is from there.

Looks like something a brown guy from Victoria would drive. Better?

lol MUCH better.
SpoonDC2R
06-06-2010, 12:19 PM
Very jealous neal got to drive the fucking car!! lol
bituerbo
06-07-2010, 04:09 PM
Mclaren MP4-12C is cheaper? Didn't see that coming.
R-Audi
06-08-2010, 07:35 AM
It was interesting to see the new SLS and the original gullwing together last week for a Tunerworks event...
I know its worthless with out pictures, maybe someone from Tunerworks will post some.
bosa
08-26-2010, 11:00 PM
I've had the pleasure of being driven in one and seeing numerous in person in all different colour schemes and options. Yes, some are prettier than others. But it's all personal preference. I'm sure all the owners are happy. It truly is an amazing machine. Remember the european version doesn't have the side markers or awkward bumper attachment... North America :banghead: .


Originally posted by rage2
198 start 225 loaded (mostly carbon fibre crap).

Starting price is 198k. But fully loaded is 245k (brakes, stereo, rims, carbon fibre).


Originally posted by rage2
There's a black one for sale right now at $225 because the buyer backed out, which is why I was invited to check the car out.

I believe that same one, 2 days later, was bought on the spot, cash in hand :bigpimp: .