Germany’s Daimler announced the “Mercedes AMG GT3 Edition 55”, which is limited to 5 units produced by hand to commemorate the 55th anniversary of the founding of Mercedes AMG. The price is 625,000 euros (excluding tax).
　Unlike the base GT3 machine, the Mercedes-AMG GT3 Edition 55 does not acquire FIA ​​homologation, so the engine power has been further improved, and the Inconel high-performance exhaust system does not have a silencer. , It is said that it plays a more distinctive and powerful sound.
　The Alpine Gray body color with red accents complements the matt finish carbon fiber aero parts (front diffuser, rear diffuser, rear wing with endplates, flicks, louvers, radiator grille, side skirts) and doors. The Affalterbach crest is drawn on the, and the 55th-anniversary logo is decorated on the rear wing tip plate.
　The interior features a matte anthracite metallic color, and the door sills, door covers, center console, and dashboard are all made of high-quality carbon. And the carbon sheet also has a special plate engraved with “EDITION 55-1 OF 5”.
　Bosch’s latest data display unit 11 (DDU11) with the high-resolution graphic display is installed, and various information such as vehicle speed, engine speed, operating temperature, lap time, and gear can be displayed. In addition, the 55th-anniversary logo will be displayed at the start. A special plate is arranged on the center console. The seat is decorated with the 55th-anniversary logo.
　In addition, Mercedes-AMG’s partner Swiss luxury watch brand “IWC Schaffhausen” celebrated the launch of the Mercedes-AMG GT3 Edition 55 with a pilot’s watch chronograph “AMG” using grade 5 titanium (Ref.IW377903). Produced a limited box “Edition 55” with The back of the watch case will be engraved with the chassis number of the corresponding Mercedes-AMG GT3 Edition 55, and the box will include a black textile strap. A specially designed car cover is also included.
Buyers of the Mercedes-AMG GT3 Edition 55 will receive a special watch from Swiss luxury watch brand IWC Schaffhausen. The chassis number of the purchased vehicle is engraved on the back of the watch.
　Christoph Sagemüller, Head of Motorsport, Mercedes-AMG: “This year, with the Mercedes-AMG GT3 Edition 55, we once again pay tribute to the brand’s 55-year history, which we have been racing around the world for over 50 years. A tribute to the unforgettable moments of motorsport that have been collected on the field, this special edition car has been strictly limited to only 5 cars with high-quality special equipment and extras. The Mercedes-AMG GT3 Edition 55 is a collector’s piece unrivaled in its exclusivity.”
