The 2017 Mercedes-AMG GT S, finished in a striking maroon color with just 7,000 original miles, has become part of The Ron Sturgeon Collection at the DFW Car & Toy Museum. This acquisition represents the preservation of modern automotive engineering excellence and provides public access to study advanced performance vehicle technology.
Powered by a handcrafted twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter M178 V8 engine, the GT S generates 503 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque. The power is transmitted to the rear wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transaxle and carbon-fiber composite driveshaft. Engineering features include dry-sump lubrication, direct fuel injection, and an electronically controlled limited-slip differential, positioning this front-mid engine coupe as a benchmark for precision performance vehicles.
The vehicle's factory specifications include the AMG Dynamic Plus Package and AMG Adaptive Sport Suspension, enhancing its track capabilities while maintaining street comfort. Braking performance is ensured by red multi-piston calipers working with cross-drilled, ventilated iron discs on all four wheels, providing stopping power that matches the car's acceleration capabilities.
Inside the cockpit, the GT S combines luxury with motorsport functionality. The Dinamica-wrapped AMG Performance steering wheel frames instrument clusters featuring a 220-mph speedometer, 8,000-rpm tachometer, and configurable digital display. Additional amenities include dual-zone automatic climate control, Keyless-Go entry, COMAND infotainment with navigation, Burmester surround sound system, and AMG-branded door sills.
Ron Sturgeon, owner of the DFW Car & Toy Museum, described the vehicle as representing the intersection of German precision and raw power. The museum, which recently relocated to North Fort Worth at 2550 McMillan Parkway, now occupies a 150,000-square-foot facility with free parking and admission. Visitors can find current information about the collection at https://dfwcarandtoymuseum.com.
This low-mileage example serves as both a functional performance vehicle and a historical artifact from Mercedes-AMG's engineering development. The preservation of such vehicles in public collections allows automotive enthusiasts, engineering students, and historians to examine evolving vehicle technologies and design philosophies. The museum operates Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, providing accessibility to this significant automotive artifact.
