| Carlsson, a German car tuning company and | | | | this piece of high-tech engineering has been |
| manufacturer that specializes in tuning | | | | breathed on to ensure durability and great |
| Mercedes-Benz models has released their | | | | efficiency. |
| latest product on the market. The tuning | | | | |
| company built the Carlsson CK35 based on the | | | | Under the hood of the Carlsson CK35 is a |
| Mercedes-Benz C 350, which belongs to the | | | | power plant that is based on the 3.5 litre V6 |
| extensive lineup of Mercedes-Benz C-Class | | | | engine found on the Mercedes-Benz SLK models. |
| models. | | | | The Carlsson engine pumps out 295 hp (217 kW) |
| | | | and pulls out a maximum torque output of 283 |
| The CK35 combined the luxurious and sporty | | | | lb.-ft. (385 Nm). Zero to 62 mph acceleration |
| attitude of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class models | | | | can be achieved in just 6.0 seconds time, |
| with the racing characteristics and success | | | | throttling with a maximum speed of 167 mph. |
| of Carlsson in the VLN Long Distance Trophy | | | | The race-proven CK35 performance kit also |
| at the Nürburgring, Germany. Inside, the | | | | comes with a stainless-steel sports rear |
| CK35 gets high-quality interior materials | | | | silencer with four oval tailpipes, sports air |
| from Carlsson similar to those materials used | | | | filter, and an improved engine electronic |
| by Mercedes-Benz in the interior parts of the | | | | control system (ECU). |
| ppular S-Class models. The CK35 features an | | | | |
| ergonomically designed Carlsson sports | | | | As for a sports car, Carlsson equipped the |
| steering wheel that comes in different trim | | | | CK35 with an aerodynamic kit to provide |
| options including leather, Alcantara, or | | | | additional dynamic performance as well as |
| wood. This will provide a firm and pleasant | | | | sporty and elegant appearance. Carlsson's |
| grip on for the driver, as well as giving an | | | | aerodynamic kit for the CK35 comes with a |
| excellent riding feel. | | | | front apron, a diffuser-look apron at the |
| | | | rear, side mouldings, a rear spoiler, |
| The CK35 is equipped with a race-proven | | | | electro-polished grille insert, |
| performance kit specifically developed for | | | | double-headlight units, fog lights, and |
| long distance racing events. Rolf Hartge, | | | | uniquely shape tail lights unlike the VW tail |
| Chief Executive Officer of Carlsson said that | | | | lights on the VW Eos with oval-circle shape. |