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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing Doors

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing Doors

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing Doors

Kristen Hall-Geisler for About.com
It took some doing to get the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG gullwing doors right. Engineers had to come up with a shape that was true to the original yet didn't let rain, snow, or whatever into the cockpit every time you opened the door.

Getting into the car is pretty easy; getting out requires a quick lesson. Should you find yourself in the driver's seat of a gullwing, here's how to get out gracefully:

  • Release the door and let it glide upward
  • Twist and place your left foot on the ground
  • Using the seat back as a support, push yourself upright and clear of the door
  • Straighten your jacket and look coolly at all the people watching you
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