Mercedes-AMG GT R
The Mercedes-AMG GT was AMG's first car developed entirely in-house as a successor to the SLS. The GT R variant takes the formula to the extreme, adding active aerodynamics, manually adjustable coil-over suspension, rear-axle steering, and a wider track with aggressively flared fenders. The hand-built 4.0-liter biturbo V8 produces 577 horsepower through a rear-mounted 7-speed DCT. AMG dubbed it 'The Beast of the Green Hell' after its development on the Nürburgring Nordschleife. The GT R set a production car lap record at the 'Ring when it launched, proving it could compete with Porsche's 911 GT3 RS. Its long hood, compact cabin, and muscular proportions make it one of the most visually striking modern sports cars.
GT R models are the sweet spot — track capability with road usability. Black Series is the ultimate but extremely expensive. The 4.0L biturbo V8 is robust and well-proven. Carbon-ceramic brakes are expensive to replace. AMG extended warranty is recommended. These will be collectible as AMG's last pure-combustion sports car.
The AMG GT launched in 2014. The GT R arrived for 2017 with extensive track-focused modifications. AMG nicknamed it 'The Beast of the Green Hell.' A Black Series version followed in 2020 with 720hp. The C190 was replaced by the C192 generation in 2024.