2014 MERCEDES-BENZ A45 AMG

KEY FACTS

• Boasting an excellent specification and low mileage, this is a highly tuned example of the potent German hot hatch.
• Under the bonnet sits the 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-four, which now produces 465bhp, and drives all four wheels through a seven-speed AMG Speedshift dual-clutch transmission and the 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system.
• An early third-generation A45, this example has been upgraded both cosmetically and mechanically.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• Although particularly well-equipped as standard, this A45 AMG also now boasts a range of desirable features including a full aero kit, numerous carbon-fibre exterior styling parts, AMG bucket seats, a sliding panoramic roof, and retrofit 2016-specification rear lights.
• This example’s performance has also been enhanced via a ‘Stage 2’ tune by DynoTech RS, with the turbocharged engine now producing 465bhp.
• Included with the car are two sets of keys, numerous invoices, old MOT certificates and dynamometer print-outs confirming the new power output following the ECU remap.

Specification:

• Full aero kit
• Carbon-fibre exterior styling parts
• AMG bucket seats
• Sliding panoramic roof
• 2016-specification rear lights
• Heated seats
• Suede-trimmed steering wheel

CONDITION

• There is no known prior damage to the bodywork.
• The black paintwork is in very good condition, sporting only light signs of wear including stone chips to the front end and exposed edges, along with some marks around the Mercedes badge on the nose.
• Inside, the cabin is in excellent order. The AMG bucket seats show only light wear on their outer bolsters and bases, as well as some minor staining on the driver’s seat.
• There are no known faults with the vehicle, and no illuminated warning lights.
• The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 22 May 2021 at 32,553 miles, and resulted in a first-time pass with no advisories.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This A45’s most recent routine maintenance was carried out in August 2021 at approximately 33,500 miles by the technicians at MKL Motors, who changed the engine oil, oil filter and pollen filter.
• Prior to this, the car was serviced in 2018, which included an engine oil and filter change, as well as the fitment of a new five-year start-stop battery.
• In addition to servicing, the car has been fitted with new genuine AMG rear brake pads and discs during the vendor’s ownership.

SUMMARY

Tuned to produce 465bhp while retaining all the usability of a five-door hatchback, this Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG is a blisteringly quick yet practical modern performance car. Presented in very good condition and fresh from a routine service, it should make a thrilling companion, whether on the daily commute or enjoying winding B-roads.

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