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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG and "Inspired By AMG" 46' Cigarette Among Highlights Of Palm Beach Supercar Experience


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Newly inaugurated Flagler Waterfront showcases two legendary performance brands


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WEST PALM BEACH, FL - February 20, 2010: The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG and the AMG Cigarette boat unveiled last week at the Miami Boat Show will be displayed along the Flagler waterfront during Supercar Experience, Saturday February 27th. These two extraordinary high performance machines are among the featured highlights of the three day event.

The much anticipated opening of the Downtown Waterfront will be unveiled the weekend preceding Supercar Experience. "I can think of a better way to complement the opening of our new waterfront," said Mayor Lois Frankel.

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The two legendary racing brands-Mercedes-AMG and Cigarette Racing-joined forces to create a custom AMG inspired off shore racing boat. While each brand's playground is as different as asphalt and water, both AMG and Cigarette use their racing expertise to develop exclusive, high-performance machines for passionate enthusiasts.

Founded upon mutual respect and product admiration, Mercedes-AMG and Cigarette Racing have developed a long-standing professional relationship, allowing Mercedes-AMG to provide manufacturing expertise and materials to enhance one of Cigarette Racing's top models, the 46' Rider.

About 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG
Available this May, the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG was developed exclusively by Mercedes-AMG, the high performance and motorsports division of Mercedes-Benz. Featuring a lightweight aluminum spaceframe chassis, hand built 563-hp AMG V8 engine and signature "Gullwing" doors, the SLS AMG is sure to quicken the pulse of high-performance enthusiasts.

About the "Inspired By AMG" 46' Cigarette
Taking direct inspiration from the all-new Mercedes Benz SLS AMG super sports car, the new Cigarette AMG offshore racer will feature more than 100 innovations included in the design, development and rigging of the boat. With 2700 HP and an estimated top speed in excess of 130 MPH, the all new Cigarette 46' Rider defines the high performance boating industry.

About Supercar Experience:
Supercar Experience is comprised of partners, John Temarian, David Lee Adams, and Jan Otto, and is headquartered in Lake Park, Florida. The company produces one of the most sought after car shows in the country with events taking place in Palm Beach, New Orleans and the Hamptons.

About Palm Beach Supercar Experience
Over 350 supercar owners from around the globe will converge in Palm Beach with their cars to share their passion for exotic automobiles, racing and enjoy three days of camaraderie. The event kicks off with a National Press Day-limited to the media, celebrity drivers and VIPS on February 24th.

For a complete schedule of events and other information visit http://www.supercarexperience.com.