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Mercedes' Big Guns; Geneva premiere for two AMG models.(News)

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Byline: ROGER HART

Mercedes-Benz used the Geneva show to unveil two refreshed AMG models that come to the United States later this year.

The CLK63 AMG Cabriolet (below) is powered by a hand-built 6.3-liter V8 that makes 481 hp and 465 lb-ft coupled to the AMG Speedshift 7G-Tronic transmission. An updated sports suspension, 18-inch AMG light-alloy wheels and front-wheel composite brake system round out the package.

The SL65 AMG (above) gets a sport suspension based on the company's second-generation Active Body Control system. Its goal is to further reduce body movements at high-speed cornering forces without compromising a smooth ride, Mercedes says. ...

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