The PureSpeed is the primary member of Mercedes’ Mythos sequence of low-volume specials
Mercedes will construct 250 examples of the PureSpeed, with assist from Pininfarina
Energy will seemingly come from a twin-turbocharged V-8 with out electrification
Mercedes-Benz AMG is near launching a limited-edition speedster based mostly on the most recent SL-Class.
The automobile was previewed in Could with the PureSpeed idea, and each the idea’s identify and wild design might be transferred to manufacturing.
Prototype testing is within the remaining levels, and the number of places used is crucial to make sure the car and its distinctive physique will meet the identical targets as different Mercedes autos, in accordance with the automaker.
Because the identify suggests, the PureSpeed is a real speedster fully devoid of not solely a roof but additionally a windshield. Small wind deflectors in entrance of the cabin assist direct airflow over the heads of the motive force and any passenger, however helmets will nonetheless be required for anybody trying to journey past metropolis speeds.
Idea Mercedes‑Benz AMG PureSpeed
Idea Mercedes‑Benz AMG PureSpeed
Idea Mercedes‑Benz AMG PureSpeed
The PureSpeed additionally integrates a halo safety system much like what’s utilized in Formulation 1. The halo is designed to supply safety for occupants’ heads by deflecting any massive objects which will come hurtling by way of the air, and works with a pair of rollover hoops mounted behind the seats.
Mercedes hasn’t mentioned what powers the PureSpeed. The SL’s output presently tops out at 805 hp within the SL 63 S E Efficiency plug-in hybrid, although in step with the speedster ethos, the heavy hybrid know-how will seemingly have been disregarded within the PureSpeed, that means solely a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 must be nestled below the hood.
The PureSpeed is the primary mannequin in Mercedes’ Mythos sequence of low-volume, coachbuilt vehicles, and simply 250 examples might be constructed. For assist with the undertaking, Mercedes mentioned it’s working with Pininfarina, an knowledgeable in low-volume manufacturing.
The PureSpeed and future Mythos members are a part of Mercedes’ technique introduced in 2022 to concentrate on lower-volume however higher-margin autos like these supplied by way of its AMG and Maybach sub-brands. A Maybach SL was additionally proven earlier this month.
