If you ask us, the standard Mercedes-Benz SLS is desirable enough on its own, but German tuning company Brabus disagrees, hence the creation of the Brabus Widestar SLS.
In addition to the extravagant high-tech carbon-fibre body modifications for the gullwing, the tuner also offers ultra-light forged wheels, an electronically adjustable suspension, a titanium exhaust system with electronic sound management and custom interiors.
To lend the SLS an even more muscular appearance, Brabus designers developed custom-tailored components for the rear axle. Like all other body components, they are made from extremely light yet strong carbon fibres identical to the ones used in F1.
The add-on parts for the rear fenders and the rear fascia create an even wilder look and make room for special wheels that widen the rear track by 20mm.
According to Brabus, the staggered wheels with 20- and 21-inch diameters on the front and rear axles further emphasize the wedge-shaped look of the sports car.
The exterior conversion is rounded out by various aerodynamic-enhancement components developed in the wind tunnel, all of which are made from carbon fibres and available with a matte or glossy clear-coated finish.
The ride-height lowering by up to 30mm also plays an important role in the striking appearance of this car. The Brabus suspension is height-adjustable and was developed in conjunction with Bilstein.
At the push of a button its integrated Ride Control function also offers a smoother ride than the production car. From the cockpit the driver can at any time - even while driving - switch between damper settings that offer a more comfortable or a sportier ride than the production car.
For sporty-minded SLS owners Brabus offers stiffer sway bars for front and rear axle that reduce body roll for even more precise handling.
The high-performance exhaust system with four slanted exhaust tips has a sound-management system that can be controlled by the driver.
Activated by a pneumatic flap, it includes a 'coming home' setting that is quieter than the production exhaust and a sport mode that creates a more powerful sound than the standard SLS - boy we'd love to hear that!
Another welcome by-product of this exhaust is an increase in power output by 7.4kW.
Brabus also offers a multitude of exclusive custom interior options for the two-seater, with carbon-fibre inlays in any desired colour.