Carlsson Unleashes CK50 Tuning Package For The GL-Class

Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on October 11th, 2006

In the world of Mercedes tuners, it's difficult to find any company that can match the sheer beauty, elegance and grace exuded by all of Carlsson's offerings; and their newest model, the CK50, is no exception.

Based on the all-powerful GL500, Carlsson's CK50 is an imposing-yet- refined creature, offering its occupants the unique combination of size, power and luxury. How exactly does the CK50 accomplish the tricky balancing act of combining the aforementioned qualities?

Magic.

Well, magic and a bit their famous tuning prowess. For starters, there's the CK50 engine kit. After a slight reworking of the GL500's already-impressive V8, output of the CK50 is increased from the standard 388 hp to a more well-endowed 435 bhp, the result of which is a 0-62 mph time of only 6.1 seconds and a top speed of 154 mph.

Then, there's the styling. Ultra light 22" forged wheels; a C-Tronic SUSPENSION lowering module that reduces ride height by approximately 35mm; stainless steel rear silencers each with two oval double tail pipes - these are just some of the elements that help add an elegant, sporty touch to compliment the GL500's traditional styling.

And finally, there's the interior. Luxurious nappa leather, Alcantara and leather combinations, carbon fiber or wood trim, multimedia conversions... no matter how diverse your tastes, the CK50's interior can be custom tailored to meet any of your individual needs.

But don't take my word for it. As the saying goes, pictures are worth a thousand words, and photos of the Carlsson CK50 are no exception. To learn more, visit www.eMercedesBenz.com to view photos showcasing the CK50 in a number of poses, along with the official press release detailing all of the Carlsson GL's many impressive attributes.