The HMC Hidalgo is Based off of the Mercedes SLK
Michael Hines — August 20, 2010 — Autos
References: zercustoms & autoblog
The HMC Hidalgo looks nothing like the car it was modeled after, and that is a good thing. The Hidalgo is a redesign of the well-known Mercedes SLK 55 AMG. The contemporary car gets a classic facelift courtesy of Helvetic Motor Company.
The HMC Hidalgo has the same performance specs of the Mercedes SLK 55 AMG, boasting a 5.5-liter V8 pushing out 355 horsepower with 376 lb-ft of torque. The HMC Hidalgo is being produced in a limited run of around six a year. Each one is expected to sell for around $410,000. Start saving now.
The HMC Hidalgo has the same performance specs of the Mercedes SLK 55 AMG, boasting a 5.5-liter V8 pushing out 355 horsepower with 376 lb-ft of torque. The HMC Hidalgo is being produced in a limited run of around six a year. Each one is expected to sell for around $410,000. Start saving now.
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