2011 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG DTM Safety Car

 

The 2011 Mercedes-Benz C63 returns with a tweaked 6.3-liter V-8 engine, producing 487 horsepower and 600 Nm (nearly 443 pound-feet of torque). The safety car also has unique exterior features that distinguish it from its production counterpart. A DTM safety car logo can be found on the hood and along the doors, while the LED light bar on the roof and flashing stroboscopic LEDs in the headlights and taillights make the car visible to the competitors. Enlarged openings in the front bumper, a carbon fiber decklid spoiler and carbon fiber mirrors complete the safety car’s look.

 

The safety car also gets new equipment in the form of the AMG Speedshift MCT seven-speed transmission. Utilizing a wet start-up clutch, this transmission can double-declutch on downshifts and also features a “Race Start” mode. The C63 AMG’s standard Electronic Stability Program and adjustable suspension also contribute to the car’s on-track performance, affording optimum grip and handling ability.

AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission on board

New equipment includes the innovative AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission, which incorporates a wet start-up clutch and four transmission modes as well as double-declutching and RACE START functions for optimum driving dynamics. Distinguishing features of the current model include the aluminium bonnet with modified powerdomes, the new radiator grille, the new headlamps, the new AMG rear apron with a distinctive black diffuser insert and active rear-axle cooling. To optimise radiator inflow, the AMG front apron on the DTM Safety Car features enlarged openings and side air outlets, while the AMG carbon-fibre spoiler lip on the boot lid reduces lift at high track speeds. In keeping with this design, the DTM Safety Car also sports AMG carbon-fibre exterior mirrors.



Outstanding grip thanks to differential lock and 3-stage ESP®

The adjustable coil-over suspension together with the differential lock and the 3-stage ESP® ensures a high level of agility and outstanding grip on the race track. The Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG DTM Safety Car is shod with multi-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels painted in matt black with a high-sheen rim flange, 235/35 R 19 front tyres and 255/30 R 19 rear tyres.

The AMG high-performance braking system has been optimised for the race track: compound brake discs with six-piston brake callipers at the front axle and steel brake discs with four-piston brake callipers at the rear axle; all of the discs are internally ventilated and perforated. Meanwhile, the AMG sports exhaust system with special rear silencers produces an unmistakable AMG V8 sound.

Distinguishing features of the DTM Safety Car compared to the standard C63 AMG include distinctive DTM Safety Car logos, the LED light bar on the roof and the stroboscopic flashing LED lights at the front and rear. A number plate illuminated with LEDs and the words "Safety Car" on the boot lid make the car easier to see in poor weather conditions. To facilitate communication with Race Control, the Safety Car is fitted with a radio system and a TV monitor. Two AMG sports bucket seats with four-point seat belts provide ideal lateral support for the driver and co-driver, while the AMG performance steering wheel in nappa leather/Alcantara with steering-wheel shift paddles assures optimum vehicle control.