Buying an SL65 AMG Black Series for My Collection?

[@Shmee150]

To date I've never had the opportunity to get behind the wheel of the SL65 AMG Black Series, but with my obsession with the SLS BS Shmeemobile, and desire for the new GT BS, it's time to find out what the earlier SL65 is actually like and whether it should be a future addition to the garage?! Thanks to Mechatronik instagram.com/mechatronik_official

[@1naravz]

I like the all the 65 amgs because the engine is in the huayra!

[@lehlogonolobaloyi19]

For get about the new one it sounds like an a45 get the sl65 black

[@alanzyoutube]

Yes it would be epic, you could even (maybe) get some Brabus mods as they used to make a SL65 Brabus.

[@AleksandrHalas]

Very nice choice, but if You have a SLS for what then it is necessary SL65???

[@jamisonz3365]

SL65 Black series is a masterpiece. It's really a car to be collected. I always love the CL65/S65 Coupe/Cabriolet. But the freaking Black series are so different.

[@autonewstv86]

*This in my opinion was the best looking Benz ever made* 👍

[@oliverharris9567]

Same

[@Rose_Butterfly98]

SLR is probably better looking but this is my favourite. I love vents.

[@GiancarloDiamond]

fact dont you also like the brabus e800 e63s ?

[@GiancarloDiamond]

fact and c/e63s as well

[@ElectronicHouseFlash]

Every Mercedes Benz looks so unique and the best. Beside A-Class. Theres a reason why its the best Car Brand on Earth.

[@mta4144]

Mercedes: makes black series models of their cars. Shmee : I'll take your entire stock

[@mufc_kenny8186]

Lol

[@andrewphillips2478]

I was so surprised to hear the word badass out of shmee

[@daviddispenser2434]

He said it a lot

[@Uniquestanced]

@@daviddispenser2434 usually his channel is family oriented

[@hyphed4196]

it was a sin

[@umairahmad4711]

It’s 2020 and I’m not surprised lol 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@DJ_NOOB]

Yeah that totally threw me for a loop.

[@RESPECTxORANGES]

I’d prefer that 2.5 evo sitting back there but hey, any one of those cars is a great choice 👍👍

[@szybkiantek5632]

Same

[@brodyperkins2626]

The best looking car ever in my opinion

[@shawnjuggai7846]

That 2.5 190E has a cosworth motor

[@Singdollar]

That's a stunning timeless car. I built the tamiya model back in 1995.

[@vegashift]

Agreed!! That was the only car to take out for a drive! We need a car channel that only does reviews of youngtimers and classics

[@futte2303]

There are something special cool with a blackseries AMG

[@Shmee150]

That's for sure

[@hazzaknox1069]

Except the sl65... the worst of the lot

[@johnboy065]

Very True..

[@asifnoaman8978]

@@hazzaknox1069 not really, its an absolute work of art and the engine is very unique. You obviously have no taste

[@sigve6165]

@@asifnoaman8978 he said it was the worst, not ugly. To bad it is ugly.

[@timothystark697]

AMG: we made a Black Series Shmee: TAKE MY MONEY 💰

[@bauernkind8595]

They should sell these cars on Black Friday. Just for good and marketing.

[@awaisnazir1628]

LOL

[@YAH995]

I was an intern in the Mercedes plant in Bremen two years ago. At the end of the assembly line of the roadsters (sl, slc) they had the first of these sl black series on display, in the original spec shmee was talking about. They had a sign with its figures and numbers next to it and it said: "Preis: unkäuflich" which basically means "unbuyable".

[@richardclock2333]

The SL65 bs is my favourite car of all time, and the last Black series I expected you to get. The Diamond white examples are particarily dashing imo

[@Shmee150]

That's true, it looks great in white

[@warpspeed9877]

But it's the "black series"...So?

[@richardclock2333]

@@warpspeed9877 Very few of the lower mileage or collector Black Series models were specced in black. The ones that are typically go for much lower prices as they are less desirable. The earlier BS models were launched in Silver with the more recent, post 2010 models being launched in Solar Beam yellow and with the newest model offering a really nice deep orange colour derived from their GT3 race car with a Grey option as the launch spec. Black is not a good look on these cars at all, the colour should exaggerate or at least compliment the OTT bodywork and aero. Black is normie spec

[@nikhilkalyan3210]

Shmee lowkey on a mission to impress Mercedes for an allocation for the gt black series and the AMG project one.

[@Kronos0999]

At this point, he doesn't have to. Mercedes loves him.

[@allensaunders449]

I agree

[@valentino8498]

Mate, he literally starred on the GT Black Series ad. And he personally said that he could not afford the AMG One for the moment being, since that car alone costs somewhere around the same as his entire car collection without counting the Senna

[@normanmondoh5516]

YOOOOOO!!! hmmmm. u right

[@jakewoolley9533]

Valentino I believe it’s £2.2 mil plus tax so probably about £2.5/2.6 mil. Shmees entire collection is worth around that

[@asifnoaman8978]

The SL65 Black Series and the SLS Black Series are the most beautiful out of them all... Elegant and aggressive at the same time!

[@jojodivas9211]

So everyone’s going to ignore the fact that this V12 engine on the SL can be found on the Pagani Huayra?

[@AlphaLlama]

The 190E Evo looks amazing! 😍 Would be a cool car to own for sure

[@BeastMK]

Was he talking for it when he said the car in middle or? :D Because that w201 looks Cool for sure :D

[@umairahmad4711]

Shmee definitely prefers Mercedes over any other brands 🤣

[@AndroidGilmar]

Rightly so

[@phatlaz1974]

It was just “Silly”

[@Rodrigoxki]

The SL65 Black Series is my fav Merc of all time. So nostalgic, brings me back to the good old days

[@colinbremner9030]

WOW, the C63 with the GT3 engine really has to be the AMG of my dreams . you luckily own your dream AMG but sadly i doubt that I will even get the chance to see or hear that beautiful silver beast who's raspy bark sounds ferocious. now that is one car i would so love for you to get the opportunity to drive and make another amazing AMG vid for us all to enjoy .thanks once again for yet another excellent vid, cheers Tim i'm really enjoying the output at the moment (i'm sure i'm not alone). keep safe Tim

[@themotorsportdreams3946]

i cant get over shmee saying 'badass' idk why.

[@sosagucci]

I was On my way! To sleep and I heard it and it gave me chills 😂😂

[@pointbreak24]

Me too

[@MrShree]

Jay Lasalld timestamp

[@themotorsportdreams3946]

@@MrShree 1:58

[@recnepselyp]

It's because he's a polished white European man, and he's very professional on his channel. I think that's why.

[@HygorMayrink666]

SL65 Black Series was for many years my favorite, I would love to see you buying one and driving around with it.

[@ezpz4659]

I love my CLS55 AMG. 200mph tuned beast. Got her for 12k! Can't beat the E55,CLS55,SL55 AMG's for reliability. I've been daily driving mine for over 2 years

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

Shmee: Germany; Switzerland; Italy. Mountains, Racetracks; Supercars....2.11m subscribers Bib: Coventry, Leicester; Derby. Housing estates; M1; Peugeot 106 diesel....17 subscribers UPDATE: Bib is speechless......

[@BibtheBoulder]

lol Bib hilarious as usual. I've subbed...make it 18 now

[@mohammd]

Make that 19

[@Shmee150]

Get over to the continent and let's go for a convoy!

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

@@mohammd mo, you're a gent...!

[@oscartejura4887]

Make that 20

[@justinjackson3082]

7:06 there is a surprise slr Mclaren sterling moss

[@littleazxe2220]

that's what i noticed as well!

[@abrhaassad5516]

Clutch comment

[@niconeumaier1803]

The mechatronik gmbh owns five of them

[@justinjackson3082]

@@JGunit idk I just saw it lol

[@YRN3]

*stirling

[@luckvoltia7316]

This is by far my favorite AMG engine.

[@rustler08]

Don't let something minor like a seat stop you if you love the rest of it. You can always replace it or give it to a shop to reupholster the seat to properly support you in a way that's more comfortable

[@matthewghattas8095]

US version with more comfortable seats sounds like the way to go! Love the V12 biturbos from that mid 2000s

[@Datoda]

Tim, I spotted probably one the first AMG GT Black Series to ever go on public roads a week back not too far from Affalterbach. It was a fully blacked out one, as far as I can tell there is not a single image of this car online, but trust me when I say this, the car looks absolutely mindblowing in all black. You should definitely add one to the collection, since you are missing a few big wings to eat McDonalds off!

[@mohammedamhadouch3552]

That 190Evo would be an amazing addition to the garage

[@Alexives]

I think once you've replaced the seats and put a more boisterous exhaust on there and get it on some twisty roads or the auto bahn, this thing will definitely be a worthwhile purchase. Such a legendary car and pushing numbers we are not likely to see ever again from any manufacturers.

[@frankwagner6020]

I’d wait till I had the shmuseum before I added anything to my collection. When you get that, your first new purchase must either be an F12 TDF or an 812 N-Largo. Simple. lol

[@g25agent59]

The SL65 Amg Black Series is a dream, I wouldn’t change anything about it but the seats it’s looks straight out of a James Bond movie! I’d enjoy watching you have it in your garage I admire this beauty and the beast.

[@AC-wl7ve]

one of my favourite cars ever. so outrageous looking

[@BorjaOjeda]

Hands down, the best-looking shape in the entire SL class history, of which I'm not a huge fan, tbh, but this one I absolutely love. It might not be the best sports car Mercedes have made, but it'd definitely be a stellar addition to the collection. Buy it, Tim, do it for us, we'll enjoy it vicariously! ;)

[@crazyturbo4286]

That car is literally PERFECT for your garage. It's all up to you Shmee, you're the man!

[@sirremusrobinson1070]

My Goodness this car is so beautiful I had to rewatch this a couple of years later! That whole park up in the yard is amazing!

[@albengeorge]

I dont know why.....it looks so good. I think shmee should definitely add this v12 to the collection

[@richardhigham7467]

I think the SL65 looks fantastic. Maybe if it had the same exhaust upgrade that you had on the SLS then it would provide that exhaust tune it is missing. Lovely machine but maybe you need the American spec with the comfy seats🤷🏼‍♂️

[@riteshjagtap9718]

What A great day for A Fan to be Congratulations on A beautiful 3 star badge...Black Series 🔥🖤🖤

[@igorsol9717]

SL65 Black Series must have !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! EPIC CAR

[@BillPapakyriakou]

I can see this becoming a future classic. Insane car!

[@mattnycm3]

The SLS 65 AMG Black Series is arguably one of my most favorite cars of all time. It's beautiful.

[@tobiasjacobsen_dk]

Let’s be honest.... the SL65 bs is the craziest one, and as you said the most badass... other than the EVO2 😁

[@_conquer_468]

This is my absolute dreamcar i cant seem to find anything looking more badass then the sl65 black series. Its stunning timeless a colectors items and a great investementv

[@andreasweber5638]

The EVO II for me.Period.

[@360FAMOUZ360]

The SL65, C63 Black and DTM are my favourite mercedes. Just need an SLR for the perfect 4

[@lukabrankovic]

I really really hope you made a video on that Evo 2.

[@Republic-Of-Me-Travel]

An autobahn run will change your mind Shmee, change the seats and more decibel exhaust, perfect addition to the stables... An iron fist within a velvet glove! A new Hammer...

[@Verybadbiker]

Custom exhaust and it will sound like a Huayra

[@nodas05061977]

Man make it yours definatly!!!!! It's the most beautiful "Black Series" member ever!!!!!!!!!! Even from the "todays" Black Series models... I think that is the most beautiful car from Mercedes-AMG EVER!!!!!!!!!

[@nothingatonce]

first thoughts: Schmee, Evo2, nurburgring.

[@youssefel-etrby7761]

Finally. This is my favorite black series so far ♥️♥️

[@JustSomeGuyWithNoMaidens]

In the immortal words of a wise Chancellor... "Dew it!"

[@jargon2532]

the sl65 amg black series is one of my dream cars! you have to get one!

[@Hippida]

The sound of that C63 engine......... Even trolls would run for the hills when you come driving along a country road

[@chiqi_]

Literally all my favorite AMG models in the same place. just wow!

[@teromarjamaki]

You're trying your best to keep the camera away from the EVO 2 Cossie... Pls, pretty pls with sugar on top, make a video of that!!! 🥰

[@xenonram]

Gross

[@wolbi01]

I saw one olive green SL65 and OMG the colour was magic. Never seen anything like it. Hope you get one. Envy is real!

[@barracuda6817]

I have an SL65 and they're amazing!

[@kzed]

wow i totally believe you

[@barracuda6817]

@@kzed 👍

[@GRIFFIN1k]

Amg and Porsche are the pinnacle of performance to me. Both look incredible and can perform like no other whilst not having the hype beast feeling of a Lamborghini or a Ferrari. Mercedes really knows how to make a damn car!

[@jacksongennet967]

Mercedes AMG: *exists* Shmee: I'll have one of each, please!

[@whollymindless]

Anyone else think that a weekend with Shmee at Emilia Island or Goodwood would be one of the most amazing experiences ever?

[@Adam151082]

Dude!!! Buy the 190 evo 2 😍👌🏼

[@Shmee150]

It's cool right

[@toussantlbisso]

@@Shmee150 Undoubtebly a 🏁

[@KHRacing]

Guys shmee is the living embodiment of Hardwork brings success !!

[@RealJustVini]

Me owning the same car for the past 5 years: maybe next year i'll buy a new car. Shmee every week: I BOUGHT A NEW SUPER CAR

[@chaft9279]

The sl65 black series is my all time favorite car and watching shmee testing it is so cool dude

[@hampusforsberg6723]

you know you are early when you comment before shmee himsefl :)

[@Shmee150]

Haha you got it

[@andyg806]

Now THIS is what I've been waiting to see! Get it done good sir! Fits you nicely! Cant wait to see a CL/K63 AMG Black Series and an SL65 AMG Black Series in your collection sitting nicely side by side with your SLS!

[@KennyThaSharp]

Yeah, it's cool, I have one In fh4, what did you think?

[@JoeJacksonGT3]

I think you get a thumbs down for making me click more for nothing.

[@wackyrc1394]

First class machines, beautiful driving scenery 😎👍

[@andrejahacic1325]

Uf uf... EVO 2 everyday

[@Kronos0999]

If you do buy it, how about making it a project car? New wheels, new interior, new exhaust, V12 engine tune.....that will be ABSOLUTELY *HEAVENLY!*

[@Kronos0999]

I feel like in this day and age, you can very tastefully improve it.

[@toussantlbisso]

@@Kronos0999 You Know Shmee Will 🏁

[@M7KD]

It’s a pure German muscles not a sporty car SL 65 hellcat 😂

[@AutoPursuit]

A friend of mine owned a SL65 AMG Black Series, it was a really amazing car. The one thing that bothered me the most is that the isolation is so heavy that you barely hear the car from inside, but from the outside it was really loud. Also the Japanese tuner who made the Brilliant Exhaust for Effspots S600, is making an exhaust for the SL65 AMG BS, with that exhaust the SL65 will sound like a Huayra, as the base engine of the SL65 was shared with the Huayra.

[@johannes5956]

In my opinion there are more Interresting offers for the same money, but do whatever makes you happy👍🏻

[@Shmee150]

Check the video, you'll see my thoughts

[@varunreddy9359]

Always loved the sl65 black series.Those wheel arches ,low stance,monster engine just love it.

[@Shmee150]

Brutal appearance isn't it

[@varunreddy9359]

But looks like it's hilariously undriveble 😂😂

[@dex_tr0]

They are beast🔥🔥🔥

[@Haakonzz]

Awesome video Shmee! A friend of mine in Norway owns one of the few SL65 Blackseries in white (1 of 18)! And we passed 60k kms on the oddmeter a few years ago, being properly used.

[@alanzyoutube]

yes you should buy a SL65 AMG Black YES!

[@PrezCow]

You NEED an S65 Black Series, it's one of the best looking mercs they've made tbh, so bad ass and that's before you even mention that V12 biturbo badge, I used to have so many diecast models of the S65 black series too

[@JD-fg2dz]

The SL65 and the C63 BS are such a brutes - I love them

[@michaelgakanga]

I think with the right exhaust the car will sound like a Zonda. And also the car needs a much more spirited drive for sure. Plus a braking system upgrade. Then you have a winner car

[@thomasdasco1430]

The problem is is that’s he’s driving in low rpms going between like thirty and 40mph around a little town, I think if he opened up a little it would feel a lot better especially with that crazy v12, obviously he can’t do that cause it’s not his car tho

[@Kronos0999]

I think they're too old. Of course, it is about passion after all, but the car is just...old. It's not a classic nor a new one. But that widebody steamrolls over all sense, lol.

[@czblax888]

One of the best looking Mercedes imo, interior (with the beautiful 3 spoke steering wheel) and exterior wise.

[@Metalcarguy]

7:06 SLR Stirling Moss!!!

[@ejtc25]

19:07 "I do have a pocket full of Mercedes keys at the moment" solid flex there

[@ElChapo-it8pf]

Would be interesting to hear one with a akrapovic exhaust :D

[@darkproject3368]

I just absolutely love the growl of that GT3 engine. King of the jungle, or road.

[@matthewwood3000]

It’s becoming a Shmercedes garage

[@skimmingstoness]

He's buying them so he gets first dibs on the Mercedes Hypercar. he can open his garage and say " look I've been an AMG nut all my life"

[@paulhancock]

I like the fact your collection is starting to take shape with a theme and some older more special cars added... Not just all new random cars.

[@soupfork2105]

I remember Clarkson reviewing that monstrosity :P Seriously, get the EVO 2 Hammer. the '65 is for pimps and drugdealers.

[@andyC95]

Now this is a car. I haven't understood your obsession with the sls but this is worthy of it.

[@xero256]

V12's are special machines. They drink fuel when you put your foot down, but the way they sound and how they get along is absolutely unique. If I win the lottery, I would grab either an Aston Martin or a BMW with a V12.

[@MillionsDan]

I love Shmee but I can’t imagine him ever satisfying a woman.

[@toasterwaffles387]

Yah

[@metaleuman]

Your Mom would disagree

[@toasterwaffles387]

@@metaleuman nah she wouldn't

[@joshbacon8241]

Why is the SL65 Black’s top speed limited to 199mph?

[@Trickyrickie]

Tim you are killing it for auto content on KZbin despite Covid!

[@BMW7series251]

Standard SL65 AMG are a steal at the moment. A light tune plus an Akrapovic exhaust would do the trick. ✅✅

[@MarMPB]

Yessss! You need to buy that one and give it the same RENNTECH treatment you gave to your SLS Black Series! Just imagine the potential of a V12 bi turbo with a remap and full exhaust! That would give it the character to match the muscular design. Oh! And please, do drive the famous Mechatronik restomods! They are just as incredible as those modern AMG cars!🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@JustAutoChannel]

Another amazing content from you my mentor Shmee150. I am always inspired whenever I watch your content.

[@mubblemann]

My all time favourite looking Black Series. An absolute brute.

[@Saif0412]

This is onenof the best Mercedes designs, V12 monster !!! We are gonna miss these engines 🥺

[@japcarjunkie]

The CLK is without doubt my favourite Black Series variant. It's old school, and mean as hell.

[@davidgutierrez1729]

So beautiful and classic!! You need to buy it and get the Brabus package for it which they reviewed on Top Gear back in the day and apparently it made over 1000lbs of torque, they had to limit it to 900 or something like that to make it drivable 😩🙏🏼