2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 Black Falcon

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 Black Falcon - Front Side

During the 24-hour race in Spa-Francorchamps this very special Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 Black Falcon gull-wing car will be driven by Kenneth Heyer (31, Wegberg), Thomas Jäger (34, Munich) and Stéphane Lémeret (37, Ophain-Bois-Seigneur-Isaac, Belgium). The podium finish of the car with starting number 35 was also a nice anniversary of the first success of the Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.8 AMG. 40 years ago, Kenneth’s father Hans surprisingly drove that touring car to a class victory and second place overall in the 24h race at Spa which was the car’s first outing. The Black Falcon SLS AMG GT3 was coloured in the same red and had the same starting number.

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 Black Falcon 2011 - Front

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 Black Falcon - Side

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 Black Falcon - Driver

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 Black Falcon - Front Angle

Under the bonnet is the AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo with direct petrol injection, spray-guided combustion and piezo injectors, which was introduced in 2010. In standard configuration in the S 63 AMG, this AMG powerpack develops up to 420 kW (571 hp) and is regarded as the most efficient engine in its segment. With a top speed of 265 km/h the 300 SEL 6.8 AMG was tailor-made for the fast Belgian circuit. The atmosphere in the interior was luxurious, with standard features such a power steering, air suspension, carpets, door panelling and a dashboard with exotic wood trim. The spectators lining the track loved this large car with its thrilling V8 sound.

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 Black Falcon 2011 - Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.8 AMG - Front Angle

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 Black Falcon - Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.8 AMG - Race

2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 Black Falcon - Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.8 AMG