2011 BRABUS Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

Carbon Fiber, Handling and Ultra Lightweight!
BRABUS Refines the Mercedes SLS AMG

Carbon fiber, handling and ultra lightweight! That’s the guiding principle of BRABUS (Brabus-
Allee, D-46240 Bottrop, phone + 49 / (0) 2041 / 777-0, fax + 49 / (0) 2041 / 777 111, Internet
www.brabus.com) for refining the Mercedes SLS AMG. The exclusive sport program
comprises aerodynamic-enhancement components made from carbon fiber, ultra-lightweight
forged wheels, an electronically adjustable smooth-ride suspension (Ride Control)
suspension, a titanium exhaust system with bypass gate, and BRABUS leather.

Extremely light yet enormously strong carbon fiber identical to the one used in Formula 1
racing was chosen as the material for the BRABUS aerodynamic-enhancement components.
The components were developed in the wind tunnel. They give the gullwing car an even
more striking appearance while optimizing its aerodynamic properties. All components are
available either made from clear-coated carbon fiber for a true racing flair or can be painted
to match or contrast with the car’s exterior color.

The front fascia of the coupe receives a visual upgrade with the BRABUS front spoiler. But
that’s not all: The spoiler further reduces lift on the front axle at high speeds which results in
even better directional stability. The two BRABUS covers for the upper air inlets in the
bumper lend the SLS an even more striking face while optimizing the cooling air supply.
BRABUS also lends the sides of the SLS a sharper profile. The new air outlets for the front
fenders feature a modern design with integrated blue-illuminated BRABUS lettering. The
illumination is activated via the keyless-entry remote or by pulling on a door handle.
BRABUS also adds some more visual pizzazz to the rear appearance of the SLS with the
BRABUS rear spoiler and the BRABUS rear fascia element that features custom-tailored
cutouts for the four exhaust tips of the BRABUS sport exhaust system.

Forged wheels that were custom-developed for the SLS are also elementary for the
electrifying BRABUS look. By choosing a staggered tire/wheel combination with diameters of
20 inches in front and 21 inches on the rear axle BRABUS further emphasizes the sporty
character of the two-door car. The ultra-light BRABUS Monoblock F PLATINUM EDITION
cross-spoke wheels are up to twelve percent lighter than the stock wheels of the SLS and
are mounted in size 9.5Jx20 in front and in size 11Jx21 on the rear axle. The extremely wide
high-performance tires in sizes 275/30 ZR 20 and 295/25 ZR 21 are supplied by BRABUS
technology partners Pirelli and YOKOHAMA.

Another custom development is the height-adjustable BRABUS smooth-ride suspension
(Ride Control). It can lower the ride height of the sports car by up to 40 millimeters (1.6
inches). At the push of a button the driver can choose between damper settings that offer a
more comfortable or sportier ride compared to the production suspension. To complement
this suspension BRABUS will soon offer the BRABUS Front Lift system. It raises the front of
the car by some 50 millimeters (2 inches) at the push of a button to safely navigate steep
parking ramps or other obstacles.

While engine tuning for the 6.3-liter V8 is still in the final development phase there already is
an extremely lightweight BRABUS titanium sport exhaust system with four slanted exhaust
tips. The tips have a diameter of 84 millimeters (3.3 inches). This exhaust system weighs 12
kilograms (26 lbs.) or 40 percent less than the production exhaust and adds an extra ten
horsepower to the engine’s output. A special feature of this exhaust system is a
pneumatically controlled bypass gate that is activated from the cockpit. The normal mode
represents a “coming home”sound level that is quieter than the production exhaust. It
appeals especially to the neighbors when the SLS returns home late at night. With open
bypass gate the eight-cylinder engine sounds even sportier than with the stock exhaust
system.

For the cockpit of the two-seater the BRABUS interior designers have developed exclusive
accessories and masterfully crafted custom interiors. The speedometer with 400-km/h scale
(250 mph) already hints at the car’s future performance with BRABUS engine tuning. An
ergonomically shaped sport steering wheel is also part of the BRABUS customization
program as are stainless-steel scuff plates with illuminated BRABUS logo and matteanodized
pedals.

The BRABUS upholstery shop creates fully custom interiors for the SLS from top-quality
materials. Customers can choose from different types of leather and Alcantara in any desired
color and design to suit their individual tastes.
BRABUS can also fulfill individual requests for the trim on dashboard, center console and
door panels. BRABUS manufactures carbon-fiber and wood trim sets in any color and with
any desired surface finish.