We’ve seen prototypes of the Mercedes-AMG
GT R Black Series testing for quite some time now, and aside from a few
technical details, we already know most of its secrets. What we do not know is
when it will premiere; yet, according to new information posted by the German
media, the launch date could have been set for late July.
Without disclosing any sources,
MercedesBenzPassion states that the range-topping GT might be due at the 2020
Chengdu Motor Show in China. The event is scheduled to run between July 24 and
August 2, presuming that nothing unpredictable happens, of course. If the
information pans out, then production of the GT R Black Series should commence
towards the end of the year.
Serving as the range-topping model of the
lineup and marking the return of the Black Series moniker that was used on
several cars in the past, including the SLK, CLK, SL, C-Class and SLS, it will
boast the Panamericana grille up front, as well as a more aggressive bumper and
hood. The side skirts and rear bumper will be revised and the huge wing on the
boot lid will be another signature feature.
Power will still come from AMG’s 4.0-liter
twin-turbo V8, which is understood to pump out in excess of 700 HP. That would
make it at least 123 HP more powerful than the GT R and GT R Pro, which take
only 3.6 seconds to hit 100 km/h and max out at 318 km/h.
There’s no word on pricing, although
considering that the GT R Pro can be had from US$ 206,645 the Black Series will be
one seriously expensive piece of kit. Details surrounding the production number
are unknown, but it will probably be a limited run, given that the Black Series
will allegedly serve as the swansong of the current GT family.
