What would you prefer, a brand new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG or the classic 300 SL, also known as Gullwing due to its doors? Although the new car has a lot of appeal, some would prefer to gather the appearence of 300 SL with the engine and refinement of the SLS. That has been made possible with the help of Gullwing GmbH, from Heyda, in Germany, which has recreated the car in its minimum details and given it the it is known for: Gullwing.

Although the replica really seems to be rigorously equal to the original car, it is, in fact, a modern car with a classic look. Under the hood there is a 5.5-litre V8 AMG engine that produces 405 bhp, managed by the seven-speed automatic transmission 7G-TRONIC. The car also features air-conditioning, ABS and a nostalgic Becker Mexico sound system that incorporates GPS navigation, Bluetooth, voice command and internet access.

This fantastic car will only be produced on demand, at a pace of 30 units every year. Price will be 165,000 euros, with taxes and equipment included. In 2010 the car will have its topless version, already named Roadster, and a 3.5-litre V6 option that pumps out 320 bhp and can be controlled by a six-speed manual gearbox. According to Jürgen Mohr, the car can handle up to 650 bhp, what advises us about a future version prone to present a performance that will make us take our hats off when the Gullwing crosses our way. If only we had that chance…

Source: Gullwing GmbH

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