A blend of style, opulence and brute power, this 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster remains in impressive condition, the result of having been driven just 1,662 miles. Derived from the preceding AMG SLS Coupe, the SLS Roadster is the spiritual descendent of the exquisitely beautiful 300SL Roadster that succeeded the glorious 300SL Gullwing Coupe in 1957. Like the 300SL roadster, it retains all the power and performance of the coupe while gaining significantly in the style department. Introduced in September 2011 at Mercedes-Benz’s “home” auto show in Frankfurt, the AMG SLS Roadster is powered by the same 6.3L/563 HP V-8 engine—hand built and signed by a single craftsman—found in the SLS Coupe, and the climb up to its 7,200 RPM redline is accompanied by the same basso profundo Hot Rod roar, barely punctuated by the split-second shifts from its improved 7-speed, dual- clutch, automatic transmission. Stylistically, the SLS AMG Roadster retains the same formidable look of the SLS Coupe, complete with the prominent tri-star emblem in the large front grille, the hood and body-side vent strakes, and the smoothly sculpted tail section that hides an automated rear spoiler. In place of the SLS Coupe’s integrated roof is a power-actuated, three-layered soft top that adds pleasing proportions to the mix without extra weight, thanks to a light yet sturdy frame of steel, aluminum and magnesium. Finished in flaming red with a black leather interior of superb quality and ergonomics, this 2012 SLS AMG Roadster rides on Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires on alloy wheels fronting red brake calipers. Trimmed inside in black leather with contrasting white stitching, its extensive list of features includes Driver Control Sport Tuned Adaptive Suspension, power-assisted steering and disc brakes, dual exhaust, bucket seats, an AM/FM/CD sound system, dual-zone climate control, navigation and full instruments including a tachometer. Offered with a car cover, spare key, SLS AMG book, owner’s manual and warranty book, this 2012 SLS AMG Roadster is the definitive top-down Über Mercedes-Benz.
