The video features a review of a 2011 Mercedes SLS AMG. The reviewer is surprised to find that the car's value has held up well over time, with an average asking price of $184,000 on Autotrader. The car's unique features, such as its gull-wing doors and long front hood, are highlighted. The reviewer notes that despite being a front-engine car, the engine is actually located behind the front wheels, making it technically a mid-engined car.
During a test drive, the reviewer is impressed with the car's handling and speed, comparing it to a Ferrari. They note that the interior is not as luxurious as some modern cars, but the car's performance and styling make up for it. The reviewer concludes that the SLS AMG is a "tremendously cool" car that is still worth its high price tag, even if it's not as well-known as some other exotic cars.
Here are the key facts from the text:
1. The car is a 2011 Mercedes SLS AMG.
2. The starting price of the SLS AMG in 2011 was $185,000, including shipping.
3. The average asking price for a used 2011 SLS AMG on Autotrader is $184,000.
4. There are about 130 used SLS's listed for sale on Autotrader.
5. The SLS has gullwing doors that open upwards.
6. The doors have a unique opening mechanism, with a handle that pops out when the unlock button is pressed.
7. The car has a high door sill due to crash protection requirements.
8. The door sill is made wider and higher to accommodate the crash protection structure.
9. The car has limited storage space, with only a small pouch on the passenger side footwell and a small compartment between the seats.
10. The engine is located behind the front wheels, making it a mid-engined car.
11. The car has a long hood to accommodate the engine's location.
12. The trunk of the SLS is surprisingly large for an exotic car.
13. The car has a unique feature where the spoiler goes up at a certain speed to help with downforce.
14. The car has a 560 horsepower V8 engine and a dual-clutch automatic transmission.
15. The car can go from 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds.
16. The car has a unique emergency exit mechanism, with a pulsating button in the trunk that can be used to escape.
17. The car's interior has some cheap-looking materials, including a hard plastic center console.