2008 Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG-based VATH V63RS Clubsport

2008 Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG-based VATH V63RS Clubsport super-sedan

If you plan to own the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG luxury sports sedan, we have a piece of great news for you.

German tuning specialist VÄTH has just revealed its first V63RS Clubsport upgrade program for the super-car.

2008 Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG-based VATH V63RS Clubsport

Including a reprogrammed engine control unit (ECU) and a sportier aerodynamics kit, the tuning program will set you back at healthy €125,000. Of course, the price includes the donor car as well.

side skirts, new rear apron with three diffuser vanes and an extra boot spoiler. It is matched with elegant 19-inch alloy wheels painted black.

The vehicle’s performance is also enhanced by means of reprogrammed ECU module, new exhaust manifold and a stainless steel sport exhaust system.

Together, all these enhancements increase V63RS Clubsport’s power to 585 hp and 690 Nm of torque, which is respectively 128 hp and 90 Nm better than the original 6.3-liter V8 engine can produce. Saying nothing about the vehicle’s acceleration^* (it will satisfy needs of most wealthy persons who can afford such a car, I suppose), the company promises that the V63RS will be able to reach up to 202 mph with its speed delimiter removed.

*Update: Okay, the 0-100km/h acceleration is promised to be at about 4.5 seconds, which is not so terribly overwhelming, but is nevertheless nice.

2008 Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG-based VATH V63RS Clubsport (side view)

2008 Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG-based VATH V63RS Clubsport (interior)

Photos: VATH

See also: 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL AMG Sport aerokit