The Mercedes-AMG GT R goes wild with the Roadster version, which will be available to just 750 lucky buyers

Many of us are sceptical that a brand could further enhance the exclusivity of its most special vehicles, but Mercedes has shown us it is possible with one of its favourite children, the AMG GT R. This variant of the German supercar, cooked up in the very kitchens of the Nürburgring, has just challenged all its convertible rivals by adopting the Roadster body. With this premise, we find a Mercedes-AMG GT R that not only keeps its essence intact but also enhances each and every one of its attributes by allowing its customers to do without a roof.

However, this formula has a catch, since Mercedes has announced that only 750 lucky buyers will have access to this convertible version of the supercar. Herein lies the exclusivity of the AMG GT R Roadster, a name that not only gives the German car the possibility of stowing its roof, but also makes it an even more special vehicle.

Aesthetically, there are few differences that we notice compared with the coupé-bodied AMG GT R. At first glance, we find an exuberant front bumper flanked by two imposing air intakes, which hint at the level of cooling the star’s supercar needs. The side has been given strong, muscular lines that aim to anticipate and bring out the character of the Mercedes-AMG GT R.

The rear of this Roadster variant is dominated by a spoiler, which offers the option of manually adjusting the angle of inclination, and a large rear bumper. Also worth highlighting is the aggressive diffuser, tasked with preventing the wind from getting in the way of the AMG GT R Roadster. Last but not least, we find a quad exhaust outlet spread across the rear bumper.

The mechanical side has been respected throughout, which means we still find the same 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine. This engine block delivers 585 CV of power and 700 Nm of torque, figures that catapult the Mercedes-AMG GT R to 100 km/h in just 3.6 seconds, a time complemented by a top speed of 317 km/h.

This is how Mercedes-Benz intends to win over not only its most loyal and frequent customers, but also the Geneva Motor Show, the event where the new AMG GT R will be unveiled. With this premise, we can see the star brand once again attacking head-on in the convertible supercar segment with the aim of crowning itself king of kings.