The automobile brand Mercedes-Benz is synonymous with luxury, durability and higher driveability. Mercedes, throughout its journey, has acquired and merged with multiple other brands, including AMG. Originally founded in 1967, AMG designs racing car engines and slowly transitions towards conventional vehicles. Currently, the Mercedes-AMG alliance is known for manufacturing some of the most ultra-luxury and high-performing cars in the world.
To elaborate further on the brand, here we have listed some of the most amazing Mercedes-AMG facts that every car enthusiast must know.
List of Mercedes-AMG Interesting Facts
The Mercedes-AMG vehicles are luxurious and sports-inspired, equipped with high-power engines. Aside from the engine, here is a list of things to know about Mercedes-AMG which marks a distinct position of the brand among peers.
A Small Start
The automobile brand AMG was started by two German engineers, Hans Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher, who used to work for Mercedes. After resigning from their positions, they decided to open a company that would design and manufacture race car engines. The brand was started in 1967 from a small garage.
Another interesting fact about the Mercedes-AMG is its nomenclature. The brand AMG was named after its two owners and its birthplace. The alphabet ‘A’ and ‘M’ were taken from the surname of both the owners; whereas the letter ‘G’ is taken from its birth city Großaspach
Transform 300 SEL AMG into a Racing Car
The next get to know Mercedes-AMG fact is the conversion of a luxury sedan into a race car done by the brand. In 1968, Mercedes-Benz rolled off its top-of-the-line full-size luxury sedan 300 SEL 6.3. The 300 features a 6.3-litre V8 engine that can produce a total of 250 Horsepower (hp). The 300 sedan can speed up to 220 km/h, making it one of the fastest of its time.
This car not only revolutionised the full-size sedan market but also paved the way for the AMG. AMG took 300 SEL from Mercedes and converted it into a sports car. The additional 430 pounds of the car was shaved off, the V8 engine displacement was increased from 6.3 to 6.8-litre. Moreover, the engine was altered to produce 428 hp, providing a car with a top speed of 265 km/h. The car went into many racing events and won the majority of them, marking a distinct position for AMG in the market.
Powerful Sound System
The next Mercedes-AMG fact is a powerful sound system introduced in S63. The Bang & Olufsen ICE 1200 W sound system was equal to 20 standard home stereo systems. That said, it is one of the largest and most powerful car stereo systems ever introduced.
Reputed in Boat Manufacturing
AMG is not only restricted to automobile manufacturing, it has also gained a significant position in boat manufacturing. The brand partnered with a Cigarette Racing Team in 2007 and unveiled an exclusive collection of boats.
Similar to cars, these boats are also the epitome of luxury, speed and driveability. In case you are interested in buying these boats, here are some used boats for sale in the UAE that you can choose from.
Handcrafted One Man Engine
AMG introduces a unique policy to maintain the quality of their vehicles. The brand has a One Man One Engine policy; a single person is responsible for assembling all the parts of the engine from the start till the end. This is why every handcrafted AMG engine has a nameplate of the engineer who works on it.
AMG & its Partnerships
AMG was not completely owned by Mercedes until 2005 when Daimler took control of the brand. Since then, AMG has been a Daimler-owned brand providing engines and different parts for its vehicles. Mercedes C36 was the first jointly manufactured car of the brands; later, CLK GTR was also introduced.
Along with Mercedes, AMG also partnered with a leading Japanese car brand, Mitsubishi. Although, the cars produced by the joint venture were only released in Japan. The venture was short-lived and soon ended due to uncertain reasons.
Won 24-Hour Le Mans Race
In the 1989 24-Hour Le Mans Race, Jochen Mass along with his team, drove from San Francisco to New York in just 24 hours. The winning team drives a Sauber C9 AMG, making AMG a reputed name in motorsports.
Introduce Bombs in Cars
The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG coupe was introduced in 2010, adding to the sports car lineup of the brand. Amidst other features, the car has gullwing doors, which provide it with a distinct shape. Aside from its unique shape, the doors contain another bizarre feature, explosive. It might sound bizarre, but the explosives were present to unhinge the door in case of an accident.
If you are also interested in driving this car, browse through these used Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG for sale in the UAE and buy your very own iconic AMG coupe.
Black Means Exclusive Vehicles
Similar to Mercedes-Benz nomenclature, AMG also has a specific name, ‘Black’, for its exclusive vehicles. The Black Series of AMG refers to a car with a modified engine, aerodynamic shape, advanced suspension system and altered chassis setting. So far, the Black Series of SLK 55, CLK 63, SLS, C63 and SL 65 has been released in the market.
The latest addition to the Black Series is the Mercedes-AMG GT, a huge hit in the Nürburgring racing event. Browse through these used Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series for sale in the UAE and drive a street-legal exclusive sports car.
Hypercar-Is the Future
AMG is now focused on manufacturing hybrid hypercars like the latest Mercedes-AMG Hyper One. The car is designed using the Formula 1 hybrid technology and is capable of producing 1,000 hp. The powerful engine can speed up a car from 0 to 200 km/h in just 6 seconds.
FAQs
Do Mercedes-AMG produce sports cars?
The first property sports car of the brand is the Hyper One. However, the majority of models released under the AMG banner have higher agility and aerodynamic shapes that are inspired by sports cars.
Is Mercedes-AMG luxury?
Yes, Mercedes-AMG offers exclusively luxury vehicles to its customers equipped with all the necessary features to make driving comfortable.
Why is Mercedes-AMG popular?
There are multiple reasons for its popularity, including top performance, higher driveability, powerful engine, comfortable features and emission levels.
These were some amazing Mercedes-AMG facts justifying the distinct position of the brand in the market. Since its inception, AMG has focused on producing higher-agility sports cars that offer a perfect blend of luxury, speed and comfort. If you are also interested in availing these features, browse through these used Mercedes-AMG cars for sale in the UAE and buy your very own exclusive AMG.
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