MERCEDES-Benz took open-air motoring to extremes at the New York International Auto Show with the unveiling of the new SL65 AMG.

Following the launch of the S65 AMG and CL65 AMG, the SL65 shares their 604bhp twin-turbo V12 engine, producing 738lb-ft of torque.

The 6.0-litre engine propels the car from 0-60mph in about 4.2 seconds, but also comes with beefed-up suspension and brakes.

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