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Limited in quantity, the 1988 300CE AMG Hammer is a rare find. Built by Mercedes-Benz and modified by AMG prior to the merger. The 3.0-litre 177-hp 6-cylinder 300E originally sold for $39,000 (W124 body style). For $17,000, AMG would replace that 3-litre unit with the 5.5-litre V8 from the 560 SEC after adding 32-valve cylinder heads and twin camshafts. During 1988, additional options included: $39,950 - AMG bored out the 5.6-litre to 6.0-litres $33,302 – upgraded rear differential, Gleason-Torsion LSD, stronger rear sub-frame, plus more chassis modifications $14,170 – upgraded AMG suspension, 17 inch chrome wheels/tires, AMG interior package, etc. $18,000 labor charge Total package cost in 1988: around $162,000. Through a telephone bid sale auction conducted by AMG Market and SL Market, the following 1988 AMG 300CE (AMG Hammer) is for sale. The following pictures and information were provided by the AMG's current owner:

Additional Information Mileage: 19,146 (11k miles by current owner) Engine: 5.5-litre V8 (No major engine work by current owner, none required) No major body work (scratch repaired) History Original owner was professional baseball player Robert Deer: Rob Deer is famous for hitting the game-tying home run on Easter Sunday in 1987 to give the Milwaukee Brewers their 12th straight win to start the season. The home run was featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated. June 6, 1978: Drafted by the San Francisco Giants in the 4th round of the 1978 amateur draft. San Francisco Giants (1984-1985), Milwaukee Brewers (1986-1990), Detroit Tigers (1991-1992), Boston Red Sox (1993), San Diego Padres (1996) NOTE: All information provided by the current owner is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed in any manner and the buyer is responsible for independently verifying any and all information relied upon to make an offer on this vehicle. This 1988 AMG 300CE is being sold by telephone bid sale. Direct buyer inquiries through Greg Magnus (804-915-7379) or John Olson (612-377-0155). Additional details here.

A special AMG performance package will be available in March 2007 ex factory for the E63 AMG Saloon. The package, priced at 7,140 euros, includes various technical components that enhance the handling dynamics and the vehicles motorsport potential. It was developed for those interested in driving on closed-circuit racetracks.

The AMG Performance Studio in Affalterbach developed the package, the vehicles are built at the DaimlerChrysler production plant in Sindelfingen.

• 18-inch 5-spoke multi-piece AMG alloy wheels, painted titanium silver, front wheels size 8.5 x 18 with 245/40 R 18 tires, rear wheels size 9.5 x 18 with 265/35 R 18 tires
• AMG performance suspension with firmer tuning, based on AIRMATIC DC
• Multi-disc rear locking differential with 40% locking effect, providing more traction when accelerating out of corners
• AMG ergonomic sports steering wheel in leather/black Alcantara with silver-colored aluminum shift paddles

AMG Optional Extras Available Ex Factory

For the SLK 55 AMG, SL 55 AMG, E 63 AMG, CLS 63 AMG and CLK 63 AMG models, exclusive individual optional extras from the AMG Performance Studio are now for the first time also available ex factory.

SLK 55 AMG

• 18-inch twin-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels, multi-piece
• AMG performance suspension
• AMG carbon trim parts
• Velour floor mats with AMG lettering

SL 55 AMG

• 19-inch twin-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels, multi-piece
• Velour floor mats with AMG lettering

E 63 AMG Saloon and Estate

• 18-inch five-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels, multi-piece
• AMG performance suspension, based on AIRMATIC DC (only for saloon)
• AMG rear locking differential
• Velour floor mats with AMG lettering

CLS 63 AMG

• 19-inch five-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels, multi-piece
• AMG performance suspension, based on AIRMATIC DC
• AMG rear locking differential
• Velour floor mats with AMG lettering

CLK 63 AMG

• Velour floor mats with AMG lettering

With a 40 percent share of AMG sales, the United States is the largest market in the world for AMG vehicles. The 2007 AMG models available in the U.S. are: <

2007 E63 AMG Mercedes-Benz Sedan
	All-new 507-horsepower AMG V-8, 7-speed automatic transmission with AMG SpeedShift™ and fingertip shift paddles, AMG-calibrated Airmatic suspension, and AMG-enhanced Sensotronic brakes with 8-piston calipers.
Engine:	AMG 6.3L 32-valve V-8 507 hp @ 6,800 rpm
MSRP:	$85,375
2007 E63 AMG Mercedes-Benz Wagon
	AMG-calibrated Airmatic dual-control suspension, 507-horsepower V-8 engine, Burl Walnut wood interior trim, and seating for seven passengers.
Engine:	AMG-built 6.3L 32-valve V-8 507 hp @ 6,800 rpm
MSRP:	$86,175
2007 S65 AMG Mercedes-Benz
	The S65 AMG features a 604-horsepower twin-turbocharged V-12 AMG engine linked to a resilient 5-speed automatic transmission adjusts to your driving style for smoother shifting, F1-inspired manual shifters, AMG-tuned Active Body Control (ABC), race-bred brakes, along with 20 inch AMG 5-spoke light alloy wheels.
Engine:	AMG-built twin-turbocharged 6.0L SOHC 36-valve V-12, 604 hp @ 4,800 rpm
MSRP:	$182,275
2007 CLK63 AMG Cabriolet Mercedes-Benz
	The CLK63 AMG features a 6.3 liter 4-valve AMG-built V-8 engine, 14.2 inch race-derived compound brake rotors with AMG 6-piston calipers, inspired AMG-enhanced 7-speed automatic transmission with AMG SpeedShift™ programming, 18 inch AMG alloy wheels, heated AMG sport seats, twin chrome exhaust tips, and AMG-designed Nappa leather upholstery.
Engine:	AMG-built 6.3L DOHC 32-valve V-8 475 hp @ 6,800 rpm
MSRP:	$89,975
2007 CLS63 AMG Mercedes-Benz
	The CLS63 AMG features a 507-horsepower V-8 under the hood, multicontour front seats with adjustable side bolsters and lumbar supports, rich perforated Nappa leather upholstery, and Formula 1-style manual shift paddles.
Engine:	AMG-built 6.3L DOHC 32-valve V-8 507 hp @ 6,800 rpm
MSRP:	$92,975
2006 CL55 AMG Mercedes-Benz
	The CL55 comes with a 493-horsepower supercharged V-8, AMG-enhanced 5-speed automatic transmission with SpeedShift™ programming, race-bred brakes with 8-piston front calipers, 19" AMG wheels and tires, Active Ventilated and dynamic multicontour front seats, AMG-designed Nappa leather upholstery, and four polished exhaust tips.
Engine:	AMG built supercharged 5.5L 24-valve V-8 493 hp @ 6,100 rpm
MSRP:	$121,275
2006 CL65 AMG Mercedes-Benz
	Massive 604-horsepower twin-turbocharged V-12, race-derived compound brake rotors with AMG 8-piston composite calipers, inspired AMG-enhanced 5-speed automatic transmission with AMG SpeedShift™ programming, two-piece 19" dual-spoke AMG wheels, dynamic multicontour seats, four polished exhaust tips, and AMG-designed Nappa leather upholstery.
Engine:	AMG-built twin-turbocharged 6.0L SOHC 36-valve V-12, 604 hp @ 4,800 - 5,100 rpm
MSRP:	$180,375
2007 SLK55 AMG Mercedes-Benz
	Handcrafted V-8 engine pumping out 355 horsepower, 376 lb-ft of peak torque, and a 7-speed automatic transmission with steering wheel shift paddles, this roadster provides serious sports car thrills in true AMG style.
Engine:	AMG-built 5.5L SOHC 24-valve V-8 355 hp @ 5,750 rpm
MSRP:	$63,275
2007 SL55 AMG Mercedes-Benz
	A 510-horsepower supercharged V-8 engine, fingertip manual-style shift paddles, race-bred high-performance brakes with 6-piston front calipers, retractable aluminum hardtop, and AMG-tuned Active Body Control (ABC).
Engine:	AMG-built supercharged 5.5L 24-valve V-8 510 hp @ 6,100 rpm
MSRP:	$129,575
2007 SL65 AMG Mercedes-Benz
	Astonishing power and price. The SL65 AMG includes a 604-horsepower twin-turbocharged V-12, reinforced 5-speed automatic transmission with AMG SpeedShift™ programming, retractable aluminum hardtop, race-bred high-performance brakes with AMG 6-piston composite calipers, and 19 inch double-spoke AMG multipiece wheels.
Engine:	AMG-built twin-turbocharged 6.0L SOHC 36-valve V-12, 604 hp @ 4,800 rpm
MSRP:	$186,775
2007 R63 AMG Mercedes-Benz
	The high-performance R63 AMG comes with a handcrafted V-8 engine that pumps out 503 peak horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque. Massive 15.4-inch internally ventilated brake discs stops the R63 AMG as effectively as it accelerates.
Engine:	AMG 6.3L 32-valve V-8 503 hp @ 6,800 rpm
MSRP:	$88,175
2007 ML63 AMG Mercedes-Benz
	The ML63 AMG comes with flared wheel arches, a black AMG grille with chrome highlights, brushed rubber-studded stainless-steel running boards, dual quad exhaust tips, and 20-inch AMG 5-spoke light-alloy wheels.
Engine:	AMG-built 6.3L 32-valve V-8 503 hp @ 6,800 rpm
MSRP:	$86,275
2006 G55 AMG Mercedes-Benz
	Supercharged, handcrafted 469-horsepower V-8, designo interior with fine leathers, and exquisite stitching.
Engine:	AMG-built supercharged 5.5L 24-valve V-8 469 hp @ 6,100 rpm
MSRP:	$105,275