2017 Mercedes-AMG GT S Joins DFW Car & Toy Museum Collection

The 2017 Mercedes-AMG GT S has officially joined The Ron Sturgeon Collection at the DFW Car & Toy Museum, presenting modern German engineering in a striking maroon finish with only 7,000 original miles. This handcrafted performance vehicle demonstrates AMG's engineering dominance through its powerful twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter M178 V8 engine that generates 503 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque.

Power delivery occurs through a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transaxle and carbon-fiber composite driveshaft, featuring dry-sump lubrication, direct fuel injection, and an electronically controlled limited-slip differential. This front-mid engine coupe provides supercar performance engineered for precision handling and responsiveness. The vehicle came factory-equipped with the AMG Dynamic Plus Package and AMG Adaptive Sport Suspension, enhancing its track capabilities while maintaining street composure.

Braking performance matches the car's acceleration capabilities with red multi-piston calipers clamping cross-drilled, ventilated iron discs at all four corners. The cockpit combines luxury with motorsport functionality, featuring a Dinamica-wrapped AMG Performance steering wheel and driver-focused instrument cluster with a 220-mph speedometer and 8k-rpm tachometer. Additional features include dual-zone automatic climate control, Keyless-Go, COMAND infotainment with navigation, Burmester surround sound, and AMG-branded door sills.

Ron Sturgeon, owner of the DFW Car & Toy Museum, described the vehicle as representing what happens when German precision meets raw, unapologetic power, noting it's one of the most exciting cars in the collection both to view and experience. The museum, now located at 2550 McMillan Parkway in Fort Worth, operates from Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, with additional information available at https://dfwcarandtoymuseum.com.

With less than 10,000 miles and comprehensive AMG upgrades, this 2017 GT S serves as both a modern performance icon and a near-new time capsule from Mercedes-AMG's thrilling engineering era. The vehicle's preservation at such low mileage represents a significant achievement in automotive conservation, providing Texas automotive enthusiasts and museum visitors access to examine a nearly pristine example of contemporary German engineering excellence.

The addition enhances the museum's educational value by showcasing cutting-edge automotive technology alongside historical vehicles, demonstrating the evolution of performance engineering. For the local Fort Worth community and visiting automotive tourists, this acquisition strengthens Texas' position as a destination for automotive culture and preservation, contributing to the state's diverse cultural offerings and supporting educational opportunities in automotive technology and design.