MERCEDES-BENZ TO UNVEIL ALL-NEW ROADSTER CONCEPT
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Autoworld.com - David Lee -
Mercedes-Benz will unveil an intriguing roadster concept at the upcoming North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The international
debut of the all-new concept roadster will take place in Cobo Center on January 10 at 9:30 a.m. during
press activities preceding the public opening of the world-class auto show. The open car features striking exterior design, a compelling interior and innovative Mercedes-Benz technology . Over a foot shorter than the popular SLK coupe/roadster , the new concept roadster is based on the revolutionary safety platform of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class -- a successful small car not yet available in the U.S. Power comes from the A-Class's top-of-the-line 1.9-liter, 120 hp engine. The roadster's arrow-shaped front hood and eye-catching front fenders are adapted from the futuristic, high-performance SLR super sports car (planned for production around 2003). At the same time, its large doors, flat windshield and gently sloping rear styling are reminiscent of the legendary Mercedes- Benz Silver Arrow racers of the 1950s. Carbon fiber seat frames and innovative light clusters at both the front and rear are just two examples of sophisticated Mercedes-Benz technology beneath the youthful bodywork. While integrating such leading-edge components, the designers of the new concept roadster have remained true to the original roadster philosophy -- an uncomplicated, purist approach to a very direct connection between man, machine and nature. |
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