2023 Mercedes-AMG SL 63 - Brutal Beauty
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The SL, the embodiment of Mercedes heritage. In more recent years, though, it’s lacked a little luster. HOWEVER, all that has changed with this new generation. So thanks to Mercedes-Benz of Milwaukee for letting me have a go in the new SL63
And here’s the recipe for the new one
Neck snapping looks
A mind-blowingly powerful engine
And one of the best car sounds made today
But if you need a little more details this is what’s going on. Under the long hood you have the 4 liter bi-turbo V8 making 577 hp and 590 lbft. All that power goes through the snappy AMG 9 speed I love so much and makes its way to all 4 wheels as standard
In this range-topping 63 tune 0-60 is good for 3.5 seconds
And yes, that’s quick, but if I’m honest it could be 6 seconds as long as it continues to make this sound
And as long as the shifts still do this
This SL actually ONLY comes as a V8 AMG so drama and performance comes as standard. But that also means the 55 trim starts at $140k and this full 63 tune starts at $160k
But here’s the thing - even though it only comes as an AMG, to me this feels more like a GT car than a full-pedigree sports cabriolet
Yes, it’s quick, yes the transmission is sharp, yes the chassis and damping keeps it composed, yes it has 4 wheel steering, and yet, it’s just not got the personality that the GT family brought
But, it’s 5 inches longer than last generation and that means more weight too
HOWEVER
Don’t for one second think that means it’s any less a good car
My favorite car on sale today is a GT car, and after driving this, I may just have to reconsider that top spot.
This SL is still a GT, but it’s more sportscar than it has been for a long time. Incredible engine, phenomenal gearbox, AWD traction, and a thunderous exhaust. And yet it still manages to do the Benz side of the equation too
Dialed back the suspension softens back
The steering lights up
And the engine relaxes
And even with the roof off you have a shockingly civilized ride
I’m VERY impressed with this new SL so far but let’s step outside so we can appreciate the looks of this thing
So clearly I’m a fan of it behind the wheel but this is also one of those cars that you buy and then every SINGLE time you walk away after you park you look back at it…like 4 times
I mean LOOK at it!
It still subscribes to the classic SL recipe
LOOOONG hood with a roof that comes off
However, this guy now comes as a 2+2 so it more directly competes against things like 911s
But around the body you can see evidence that it’s thoroughly modern Mercedes
Panamericana grille
New lower fascia we see in the new C63 as well
Power dome hood
Front fender faux vent
20 inch wheels wrapped in XXX
And just like all Audi convertibles get silver a-pillars, each SL gets a black windshield surround
Retractable door handles
Then the rear quarter smoothly curves into the rear fascia
The taillights are an identical shape to the headlights but flipped upside down
You get a retractable spoiler
And of course, the classic rectangle shaped quad AMG tips
But most notably, the soft top is back..which more fits the look and also keeps weight down. What a stunner, but it’s as good inside as it is outside - let me show you what I mean
So while the behind the wheel experience can be very AMG, the interior is pinnacle Mercedes. Gorgeous design, excellent materials, and even with the rag top, the cabin isolation is impeccable
The toperation controls, along with pretty much everything else, is controlled in the screen
The screen itself though is brilliant
It’s the new MBUX system which is lovely
It’s totally customizable
It shows you cool stuff like telemetry
AND it has this handy feature where you can adjust the angle of the screen
Yanno..like to keep the glare off when you have the top down
THEY THOUGHT OF EVERYTHING!
Of course you get your normal stuff like ACP, digital cluster, HUD
Your 360 cameras are excellent
Your safety suite is comprehensive
And you get great luxuries like heated and cooled seats, massage
Heated steering wheel
AND the awesome air scarf for those cool fall days
But one of the favorite things is the AMG steering wheel
Customizable buttons for drive modes and individual features
MBUX control, media control, and autopilot control
And yes, while it’s now more a 911 competitor with a 2+2 cabin, it’s also more 911 in the sense that the rear seat is pretty unusual
This interior takes all the AMG performance and swaddles it in luxury that only Benz can
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@ekgcanadianenthusiast9961
Жыл бұрын
SL63 but Lexus LC IS ALSO A EXCELLENT GRAND TOURER And You CANT GO WRONG WITH EITHER OF The VEHICLES.
@AlexisMDrago
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely love both! Merc for brutal fun and just insanity! Lexus for overall refinement and reliability…got a 09 Lexus that runs like the day it was bought 🤷🏻♀️ both are absolutely beautiful vehicles though hands down 👌🏼♥️
@richy3040
Жыл бұрын
AMG SL 63 all day !!! because i have owned 3 lexus already 😂
Been a long time since we've had a good looking SL. Very nice.
@jm2529
Жыл бұрын
Every sl and slk have looked beautiful in my opinion. I had an r170 and have an r107
So jealous yours was one the first SL drives…these are gorgeous..!!
I’m the same way about my C-class I get out the car and I can’t help to walk backwards, and just admire. Damn, what a car…😊
@flybeep1661
Жыл бұрын
But it's only a C-class lol.
@patrickr2601
Жыл бұрын
@@flybeep1661 You don't look at your honda the same way?
@user-hi3fc9ks5t
2 ай бұрын
@@flybeep1661 still is amg
Perfect that it's not a sports car. In my opinion, one of the most desirable AMG Mercedes Benz in recent history. I'd go to the other German company for a sports car, Benz does the best velvet hammers. It's kind of their thing.
Looks exotic and powerful!!
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! GREAT VIDEO !!!! TOTALLY AWSOME RIDE!!!! SO MUCH FUN!!!! THANKS FOR SHARING!!!! PERFORMANCE IS ALIVE AND WELL IN 2023!!!!
I absolutely love mine. The tech can take a while to learn but other than that, perfection.
Loving Mercedes is like a dream. "Sound system is my cup of tea! Alittle Depeche Mode skating at cruise control will be fantastic. BTW..I always tie my ladies nylon/pantie to my rear-view mirror! lol. I'm a firm believer of, "The Best Or Nothing"! See you soon! Thanks for the Great video!
My pops just got his and man its awesome
This is nearly identical to mine. It took a second to get used to the tight interior, but I've always looked back at it as I walk away, and now the cabin seems big enough. Come for the engine note, stay for the wicked acceleration and tight handling. Mine is turning 0-60 in 3 seconds flat. It's not my track car, or my tow vehicle, just a pleasure car for me and almost everyone else that buys one. Any reviewer that assumes this would be a daily driver and sole car does not understand the buyer.
My favorite new Mercedes.
This car be insane is they had either a twin turbo 5.5 v8 with around 650 hp 650 tq or a 6.3 single turbo v8 with 700 hp and 700 tq or even a supercharged 4.0 v8 with a 2.0 liter blower 600 hp or a 5.5 v8 with a massive 3.0 liter supercharger and 700 hp and 680-700 tq and 285 front tire and a 315 rear tire
AMG High compression engines equal $ for service after a few years of spirited driving. Still, very beautifully car especially with the rag-top.
@franksantos3418
Жыл бұрын
I have the same car but a 2016 AMG. I’ve spent about 18k for maintenance and up keep. I love my car and it sure helps with the ladies. As they say if you worried about the extra cost maybe you should buy a Japanese car since you can’t afford a Mercedes Benz.
@tashtant
Жыл бұрын
@@franksantos3418 if you owned it since new, that's not bad of an expense. Was everything done by the book, like belts and accessories and fluids replacements?
@franksantos3418
Жыл бұрын
@@tashtant Yes new and all maintenance done at MB dealership. It’s my 11th Mercedes at the same dealer(2nd AMG). So I get a nice discount on all my maintenance.
What year was this car? Mines a 23 and the hood has an amg badge not the mercedes badge.
Cool Video!
Great review, wish we could of saw with top up tho
@dwnshft
Жыл бұрын
will do for next time
Congratulations
So much beutiful car's special design
We have a 2020 AMG E53 cabriolet. I like to call it a sporty cruiser. We are looking to trade it in for an AMG SL 43 soon. We're older, not in a big enough hurry to consider an SL 63. 😅
kitne ki hai?
Esse é uma Nave !
brutal price.....
The Best Car In The World.
Nice car, but the upkeep costs way too much.
new dream car unloccked
@dwnshft
Жыл бұрын
😏😍
Ave que carro lindo
The perfect vehicle to drive to Packer's game in January and tailgate with the top down...and seat heaters on
@dwnshft
Жыл бұрын
lol! #GoPackGo
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
Don't forget to turn on your massaging seats.
6:45 It misses on being practical. Back seat is wasted volume fulfilling regulations rather than adding function.
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
Not really. If rather put my laptop back there than have it sliding around in the trunk. Same with anything else you'd rather not put in the trunk. It doesnt take a genius to figure out those aren't meant for people, but rather stuff.
Is it a convertible or a mere open car? Because I have not seen any roof in the video.
@danielmiller9012
Жыл бұрын
convertible
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
Convertible. Just really nicely hidden with top down
Wow. First year that I’m not a fan of the AMG SL. Who would have thunk it.
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
Not really meant for old timers anymore.
🔥
You killed me🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪
I have an SL55AMG, the real beauty, real understatement and drives nice. That time, an SL started at 65,000EUR as V6, and today it starts at 125.000EUR as an I4. This example SL63 is around 215.000EUR. Sorry, way too expansive...
@famaccount479
Жыл бұрын
But you've noticed, that there is a 80% inflation im the past 20 years right? Adjusted for inflation cost the car not really much more than a R230 AMG back in 2003...
@thomasm.7058
Жыл бұрын
@@famaccount479 First, I don't earn 80% more as 20 years ago... Second an SL as inline 4, sorry...
@famaccount479
Жыл бұрын
@@thomasm.7058 That is the trick with the inflation, it doesn't inflate fair, otherwise nobody would notice. But about the 4 cylinder I am with you, ridiculous and absolute misplaced in that car.
AMG＝V8only！
Theres nothing better about a sports car vs a GT. Theyre both fast, both have style, but the road isnt a race track, so why sacrifice luxury and tech for a few extra tenths of a second? Im good. Using launch control this car reaches 60 in 3 flat the 1/4 mile in 11.1 @ 125. But really shines at even higher speeds because it just doesnt slow up and hits that governed 196mph quick. Im very good with this GT.
Correct me if I’m wrong but I don’t think the SL ever had rear seats, atleast my r230 doesn’t.
@jm2529
Жыл бұрын
Yea, this is the first sl to offer back seats in the US
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
The 2005 model had these small benches back there with a seat belt too. Those seats are not meant for people. They are meant for golf bags, laptops, briefcases.
If you want the v8 sound, luxury and prestige...hell yes! That being said for the same starting price of 160's I'm looking at a GT3 Touring first!
@swansmeister
Жыл бұрын
Bet you aint got money and you drive a Nissan Sunny.
@SunnySTX
Жыл бұрын
@@swansmeister Average joe, drive a M4.
@swansmeister
Жыл бұрын
@@SunnySTX m4 is average joe alright. See them left, right front and behind over here.
😮 wow
Gawd damn this is an amg
@canadianaviator
Жыл бұрын
Heated and cooled seats at the same time?!?!?
@dwnshft
Жыл бұрын
The HEIGHT of luxury 😂
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
@@canadianaviatoryeah. Instead of just the seat warming up, if you click the seat cooler on while the heats on it blows warm air from the seat rather than cold air.
Drive it out of the dealer and it depreciates 30%... Yeah brutal.
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
Doubt it. Besides even so it's still worth more than what you got brand new 😊
I have an SL 63 5.5L BiTurbo Convertible 2015, now with 18,000 miles. The new car is heavier,no folding Hardtop option and I don't really need AWD.( It doesn't snow here). But,the biggest turn off for me? It is so damn complicated,and who needs that huge screen? For what? And as for a Ragtop over my Folding Hardtop? What happened to Security? So, I like to drive my cars. I'll stay with my SL63 Bi Turbo, my C63 2010,and my SL500 5.5 Update,oh,and my Porsche 997 3.8L Manual....
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
Sounds like your nit picking cause it's unaffordable to you.
What is that, a freakin' laptop in the dash?! 🤣
He is around; he drives a 'Vette
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
You mean a chevy😂
So expensive only Sam Bankman-Fried can afford.
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
Not anymore lol.
How is it a 63 when it has a 4 litre engine ? Surely it is an SL 400 ?
@jm2529
Жыл бұрын
Doesn't sound as cool to people who don't know correct nomenclature
@mqk135
Жыл бұрын
Most 63 biturbos are 4 litres The old na 63 cars were larger with 5.5 and 6.2 litre v8s
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
They stopped representing accurate numbers 10 years ago I think..
I saw this in person TODAY in South Tampa Way lower and way fatter and insane looking than can be seen in Pictures or videos
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
They do look much better in person. Went in for a last call E63, walked out with a white SL63. Totally upsold me. Kudos.
ok thats just outside of my budget.
beautiful car but in WA state we have "gas guzzler tax" and "luxury" tax - this car is 12 MPG, need electric. and this is $200K
@glennleslie6127
11 ай бұрын
If you're worried about "gas guzzler tax", you can't afford it.
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
Yeah...
They still make them with 12 cylinders???
@Rick2010100
Жыл бұрын
No, the V12 is only sold in Maybach versions.
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
According to the dealership no V12s available anymore. At all.
Amari/Aliyah Paynes
Bullshit, I owned a 560sl for 30 years, replaced it with an R231 pre-facelift SL63 with that marvelous metal hardtop, “correct” 2 seater, and perfect interior, gives it the edge over this computer wrapped in metal IMO. But, If you must, just wait 5 yrs and the miracle of depreciation will knock this ride back to the proper price range, that is if the touchscreen doesn’t crash from a drop of rain first. BTW, looks are there on this new bodystyle albeit not as menacing as the R231, but the R107 got more looks than either anyway.
Sounds like harley davidson motorcycle
@hmms9356
Жыл бұрын
Yeeeeees. Horrible sound
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
On your speakers. Not what it sounds like IRL. It's even better.
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
@@hmms9356horrible speakers lol
Not a fan of the large screen in a sports car
@NazriB
Жыл бұрын
Lies again? American Education Bang Bros
@JsnGallardo
Жыл бұрын
I agree, I like what Audi did with their R8 in only having the instrument cluster double with its infotainment, but I this new SL is definitely more of a GT car for the luxury buyer
@maximilianadair3237
Жыл бұрын
It's a gt cruiser. Probably weighs a ton
@stoft4590
Жыл бұрын
…the sexy growl of the powerful Benz engine would sooooooo make me forgive the large display ❤
@stevenjacobson8177
Жыл бұрын
I hate the iPod ish screen
Could you please clear your lense before shooting a video?
Race ya! I have an E63 wagon
@dwnshft
Жыл бұрын
oh hell yeah! excellent car!
@exotica550
Жыл бұрын
OK, Line 'em up. My 911,or SL63 BiTurbo, 615 BHP or C63 with 610 BHP. You choose!
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
@@exotica550were not talking a video game here kid 😂
More like "Brutal Depreciation" or "Brutal Lack Of Reliability"
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
And how would you know? You couldn't afford a broken rail light of this car. Hate on brokey.
@ian2183
8 ай бұрын
@@jackmarston2515 And actually i will soon be able to. Already can afford some cool cars. Why did you get pissed about the facts tho? Will it not depreciate? Will it not be unreliable?
It's a cool car, no doubt about it, but the type of people that afford these cars have so many better options.
@victoreous626
Жыл бұрын
Why compromise? Buy them all
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
Not really.
Why add need less intrusive music/noise. Especially at times when we could be hearing the engine instead? Just need any information you have to offer & the sound of the engine. Take a leaf out of Alain de Cadenet's book
It's no 65 without a v12
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
Yet seems to be faster. Much faster even soo...fuck the 65. It's a outdated thing of the past unfortunately
its a beautiful car, but we really need a coupe version out of this.
Porsche for that price.
@londonbe240
8 ай бұрын
This exhaust sounds better
Looks like an amg gt from some angles
@stup4501
Жыл бұрын
I still prefer the gtc
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
It's based on that design because amg fully make these now like the gt family.
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
@@stup4501until you get smoked by the new SL😅.
I'm not kidding with you beavus butthead boy that sounds like heaven to bad cars don't go heaven I'll have that on list .
Я своей жене такой куплю
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
Why, are you too insecure to drive a convertible?
HelmutWagen 🤣😂🤣🤣
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
Yup. Italians got their spaghetti mobiles. The British have their crumpets mobile. Japanese got their chopstick mobiles and Americans got the obesity mobile 😂😂😂
@robertsutkowski3170
8 ай бұрын
@@jackmarston2515 in fact, it should be an ArrogantWagen
Mercedes = Money and a lot! He talks about a motor ? my Prius goes 90 mph that is 15 mph faster than any legal speed limit in America. It get 10 miles a gallon from a fossil fuel? Because the engine sounds good.I like nice blues to listen too not engine noise! Give me a nice electric or a hybrid far more impressive. Have a nice night.
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
Sure just thank the slaves in China and Africa who had to mine that cobalt for you. I'll take my none gimmicky ICE engine all day.
Ill take a porshe 911
Everything is fine except this tv screen, what a interior failure
?
Jesus
Okay, next 911 fans
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
More like VW fans. Let's not forget what a 911 really is. A VW.
It’s a Mazda Miata or a Pontiac Solstice with screens and a engine
@bknewyork247
Жыл бұрын
Yeh why can’t you afford it then??
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
Thats like saying that you're a monkey with a phone you stole from some lady visiting your exhibit 😂
Why have back seats if you can’t use them? Hate that! Bentley and Maserati GT has usable seats . This is a turn off!
VERY NICE CAR BUT WHY ALL BMW CONVERTIBLE CARS USE SOFT TOP NOT HARD TOP? NOT SECURE FOR CUSTOMERS. BMW HAVE NOT ENOUGH MONEY TO MAKE IT BE MORE WELL LIKE OTHER CARS IN THIS WORLD?
@dwnshft
7 ай бұрын
Hard top = heavier
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@mohdalishadikin7498
Жыл бұрын
E
@mohdalishadikin7498
Жыл бұрын
IEEI
@mohdalishadikin7498
Жыл бұрын
A
@mohdalishadikin7498
Жыл бұрын
:
Für eine junge Frau.
Car is better than sex and almost perfect in every way…so just get rid of the rear seats
@joesmith9216
Жыл бұрын
and the ipad
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
@@joesmith9216Ipads fine. Car has so many functions it needs it unless you want a 747 cockpit in your car.
Ich brauche rot
The car’s interior will not age gracefully with that giant touch screen nonsense. Mercedes needs to take some lessons from Porsche.
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
Wrong. Last thing they gotta do is take anything from some company that needs VW in order to exist. Plastic POS VW. Lastly the screen will age just fine. Mercedes tech isn't cheap and full glitchy like the competition.
Look, this new SL is beautiful BUT....get inside and look at the fucking IPAD dead center and just laugh then cry, they are ruining cars with the tech garbage, heres the thing Mercedes, make an option to be RID of the god damns screen, also heard/saw you have to roll the top back with your finger gesture, haha, the fukk????
@RicardoAgustinPerez
Жыл бұрын
The new gen of Mercedes infotainment is actually really good. Responsive and easy to use. Way better than any previous gen. They just need to release updates like Tesla.
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
@@RicardoAgustinPerezit's true. This guy like most on KZread talk out of their ass on subjects they don't know anything about. They won't even let him sit in the car on the showroom, but he's complaining about the screen he'll never get to use 😂😂
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
The screen is needed for the different functions of the car, and there are many. If not for that screen, your dash would be nothing but buttons and a smaller screen. Besides that things 360 camers can't be beat. But you gotta actually have access to it to know these things. Which most on KZread don't. But that don't stop the hot gad emanating from then lmao😂
How boring.It looks just like all the others. Nothing to see here. And who buys bright wheels these days ?
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
Ah yes just like 911s and ferraris and lamborghini. All look alike. What a stupid complaint to have.
Ugly IPad
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
Only cause your bucket doesn't have one 😂
@robocop581
8 ай бұрын
@@jackmarston2515 Meh. I buy properties in cash. Cars are for financial amateurs that want to feel rich
The S560 Coupe looks much more beautiful than this car.
@Rick2010100
Жыл бұрын
The SL is 300SL based and the S-class coupe is still a S-class based. A other car concept. kzread.info/dash/bejne/eH5mzc6OntWtndo.html
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
No. Never. And it's 580 lmao
Sorry don't like it
What is a GT car?
@dwnshft
Жыл бұрын
different people will have slightly different definitions, but I think of it as something that's very luxurious, with a big powerful engine (V8 or V12 usually) and has solid performance, but doesn't make the compromises in terms of ride as something like a sports car. My example is the Porsche 911 is a sports car, but the Lexus LC500 is a GT car. Hope that helps!
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
@@dwnshftthat's quite well put.
I will get one soon any color recommendations 🤫🫠🪀
@dwnshft
Жыл бұрын
Yellow 💯
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
White.
meh, for the money it wouldn't be my first choice. Not really impressed by the body either but im old and I just dont care for the bubbly aerodynamic body style.
140,000 dollars. M😂Y lord. Sin
Never will I own a Mercedes too experiencive and not reliable! Maybe a G WAGEN, NOT BUILT LIKE THE OLD DESEAL 300'S . NOT WOUTH THE MONEY !
@jackmarston2515
8 ай бұрын
Not reliable? It's the sole reason I've bought these cars for. You may wanna double check yourself. That or stop buying used mercedes from eastern Europeans 😂