In December 2011, Mercedes-Benz announced the all-new SL-Class and was formally launched at the North American International Auto Show in January 2012. The new SL (R231) has been produced for the first time almost entirely from aluminium. The new aluminium body shell weighs around 110 kilograms less than it would be using the steel technology from the predecessor. R231 was available with two different suspension systems: semi-active adjustable damping as standard. The optional active suspension system ABC (Active Body Control) is available as an alternative. Both suspension variants are combined with a new electromechanical Direct-Steer system featuring speed-sensitive power steering and a ratio that can be varied across the steering wheel angle and it also reduces the amount of steering required when parking and maneuvering.

This stunning example arrives with Nappa beige leather seats, ABC suspension, mechanical locking differential, carbon high gloss trim pieces, illuminated door sill, AMG performance steering wheel, 19" AMG double-spoke alloy wheels in brilliant silver, ambience illumination, power closing system, active park assist, airscarf system at front, AMG styling package to include front spoiler and side skirt, front dynamics seats, DAB radio broadcast, rearview camera, automatic climate control, front seat climate control, glass roof, electric folding outside mirror, comand DVD APS with navigation, magic vision control including heated washer system, painted silver embossed brake calipers, AMG floor mats, automatic high-beam switch, auto-dimming int. and ext. mirrors, universal communications interface, tyre pressure control, sensor system and antitheft alarm system.

The interior of the SL63 is like that of all Mercedes, with superb quality throughout. Using only the finest materials, the interior of the SL63 AMG offers that level of comfort we've come to expect from this great brand but also that compact, sharp, sporty feeling that lets you know that you're in something a little bit different. Our example is presented with the full Nappa beige leather seating, black carpets with AMG floor mats, the carbon centre console trim, leather-bound steering wheel with paddles, silver dial surrounds, leather and carbon trimmed door cards and is finished off with the natural light that shines through the glass panoramic roof.

An AMG car is supposed to be aggressive looking and the SL63 does not disappoint. Presented in Cavansite Blue Metallic with the 19" AMG spoked alloy wheels, this example looks the part. Sitting lower than a standard SL the stance shows on the road, with further touches coming from the rear boot lip spoiler, chrome-finished quad exhaust system, black front bumper grille with the 3-pointed star dominating the nose and is finished off the signature AMG motifs to the rear and side of the car. A stunning and aggressive look, roof up or down.