Mercedes-Benz special SL edition marks 45th anniversary for AMG

This year marks the AMG brand's 45th birthday and a milestone at the New York Auto Show. A host of bespoke features and parts starting with the unique matte grey finish called "designo magno graphite" distinguishes the commemorative SL 65 AMG roadster.

The exterior package continues with a carbon fibre kit that includes the cross strut in the front apron, the exterior mirrors and the spoiler lip, while the engine cover is also made from the same material. The look is rounded out by the black chrome plating of the quad tailpipes and the special forged wheels painted in titanium grey with high-sheen rim flange and matt finish that are shod in tyres size 255/35 R 19 at the front and 285/30 R 20 at the rear.

For the interior,  the AMG designers fitted the top SL with a two-tone leather in titanium grey pearl and ginger beige. The center sections of the seats, door panels and roof lining feature a diamond pattern theme, while other highlights include the matt carbon fibre trim and the '45th Anniversary' badge on the ashtray.

The special edition version of the SL comes with an extensive range of standard-fit appointments including but not limited to, the Driving Assistance package Plus, AMG ceramic high-performance compound brake system and a higher end audio system. Under the hood, power is provided by the same 6.0-litre twin turbocharged V12 engine with 621bhp and a peak torque of 1,000Nm.