Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series

The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series sits in a particular corner of the 600-car catalogue because of one clear decision: a V8 paired with rear-wheel drive. That layout appears in 132 of the 600 cars, making this a defined choice rather than the default path through the collection. The trade-off is that it does not chase every available route to performance, but it delivers a specification built around a 6,208 cc V8 and RWD, a combination that gives this GT its own position among the cars available to a dream garage builder.

Its place in the catalogue is strongest when viewed through the numbers rather than the headline figures alone. With 622 bhp, it ranks 169th for power out of 600 cars, putting it in the top 28% of the collection. Its 0 to 100 km/h time of 3.6 seconds places it ahead of 383 cars, while its 315 km/h top speed ranks 198th. These are not just isolated measurements, they show a car that remains highly competitive across the areas where a GT is expected to perform. The V8, rear-wheel drive configuration is part of that identity, supported by 635 Nm of torque and a powertrain that prioritises a distinct mechanical character within the catalogue.

The SLS AMG Black Series also occupies a notable position through its availability. Just 132 were built, and among the 177 cars in the catalogue with known production figures, only 48 are rarer. That production figure sits alongside a used price of £550,000, ranking 78th most expensive among all 600 cars. At £884 per bhp, it represents a significant commitment, but the numbers explain why it remains a special choice within the collection.

Germany accounts for 197 cars in the catalogue, and Mercedes-Benz contributes 10, placing this SLS within a broader group while still retaining a distinct profile. Its 2013 to 2014 production years, 2-door coupe body style and V8 layout combine into a car defined by balance between performance, rarity and specification.

For a dream garage, the SLS AMG Black Series is the choice for a collection that needs a V8 RWD GT with measurable standing across the catalogue. It is a precise addition rather than a predictable one. This Mercedes-Benz completes the argument for a focused garage.