rollin in the benz

The 8 cyl. small convertible benz. Probably not exactly what you think of when you think of mercedes benz. Your probably thinking of the big luxurious s series or the sporty cl series. But today im gunna talk about the small SLK 55 amg. starting at 65 g's you get a 5.4 liter 8 cyl engine and a 7 speed auto transmission. True v8 rumble is really recognized with this car. it has capable, not stunning handling, and an awesome hardtop convertible. With 355 hp and 376 lb-ft of torque this is no baby toy either. It roared its way to 60 mph from a dead stop in just under 5 sec and busted the quarter mile in 13 sec. Its perfect weight distobution of 50/50 also helps its handiling as under or over steer are virtually non-existent. at an average mpg of 17, its no fuel sipper. But hey, its a v8, dont complain. with a braking distance from 60-0 in 115 feet, even with a weight almost hitting 2 tons. Thats just AWESOME. Basically a shelby cobra in a tux.

for more, go to bmw.com.
for full review go to http://www.edmunds.com/mercedesbenz/slkclass/2009/testdrive.html