Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG

Mercedes-Benz TC 65 "Black Series" by TC-Concepts

Life is full of compromises. Take the Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG. If you want the convertible version, you'll be driving a two-seat sportscar that weighs as much as a sport-utility vehicle. (We're not kidding.) On the other hand, if you want the top-of-the-line performance model, you'll have to do without the convertible roof, as the Black Series replaces it with a lighter-weight fixed roof, but then you'll miss out on the pleasure of open-air motoring.

At least one German tuner says they've got the solution. TC-Concepts has taken the convertible SL65 and fitted it with a series of enhancements to bring it up to Black Series specifications. The body kit, 20" wheels and custom interior make it look the part, while underneath the hood they've tweaked the twin-turbo V12 to 700 horsepower...98 more than stock, and 30 more than the actual factory Black Series. Plus you keep the folding hard top, so you can enjoy it all with the wind in your hair.

Gallery: TC-Concepts Mercedes-Benz TC 65 "Black Series"

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Blacker than Black: Brabus Vanish Mercedes SL

by Noah Joseph (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos

There's an epic history to all-powerful, super-fast Mercedes. Recent highlights have included the SLR McLaren, the new SLS AMG, and this, the SL65 AMG Black Series. With a solid carbon-fiber roof and a 670-horsepower turbocharged V12 engine, the SL Black is one of the fastest cars ever to wear the three-pointed star. But one discerning client in Dubai wasn't satisfied, so he turned to eminent Benz tuner Brabus for an answer.

What they came back with is what you see here: the Brabus Vanish. Upgrading the turbochargers, gearbox, brakes and exhaust has yielded 800 horsepower, looking menacing in its matte black paint scheme. Try not to like it too much, though, as this was a one-of-a-kind creation.

Gallery: Brabus Vanish