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Go green with envy for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT R

Just one of the many AMG models slated to be rolled out in the next year, the AMG GT R is a masterpiece of sleek styling and modern appointments.

Emme Hall
I love two-seater, RWD convertibles and own a 2004 Mazdaspeed Miata for pavement fun and a lifted 2001 Miata for pre-running. I race air-cooled Volkswagens in desert races like the Mint 400 and the Baja 1000. I have won the Rebelle Rally, seven-day navigational challenge, twice and I am the only driver to compete in an EV, the Rivian R1T.
Emme Hall
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Said Iago to Othello, "Beware of jealousy. It is the green eyed monster." Methinks Iago never saw the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT R.

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Nicknamed the Beast from the Green Hell, for the section of the Nurburgring where it was tested, the signature Green Hell magno paint color means it cuts an intimidating figure.

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The 4-liter biturbo V8 engine puts out 585 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque.

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Power goes to the rear wheels, as it should, through a seven-speed dual clutch gearbox.

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No manual transmission is offered, but you can shift the gears yourself with the paddle shifters. Hey, sometimes second best is all you can hope for.

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A rear-wheel steering system helps get the GT R through the turns efficiently.

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There is plenty of aerodynamic technology on the GT R, including a rear wing and a new component that deploys from under the car, helps the two-seater stick to the road.

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There are no power seats in the GT R. Instead, Mercedes-Benz chose to save weight with light, manually adjustable sport bucket seats. AMG performance seats are also available.

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Does this guy have a dream job or what? Click through for more pics from Mercedes.

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