It’s got more power than the GT63 at 612HP, optimised aero inspired by the Black Series and AMG ONE, and a whole new cooling strategy, which is why the more aggressive front exists.

Changes compared to the standard car are immediately obvious, with the standard GT looking more relaxed despite its big GT black-like mouth. The Pro is more aggressive, breaking up the bulk of the front end. It has wheels reminiscent of the GT R Pro and a race flag badge on the rear like the Pro. But it’s not all for show. As I mentioned, that new front end is a giveaway of some of the changes done on the GT to make it better at going fast!

With 612HP, 850NM of torque, and a 0-200 km/h time of 10.9 seconds, the GT63 Pro reaches a top speed of 317 km/h. Two radiators are now positioned in the new mouths of the bumper to improve cooling.

Why Pro? It’s a term AMG used once before on the GT R. The GT R Pro made the standard GT R more track-focused. But that Pro made it quite one-dimensional - with a singular suspension setting that was good on track and horrid at everything else. Surprisingly, the GT R and Black Series were both much better at being daily drivers. The Pro variant added no power but focused on aero and cooling to make the car more track-worthy. That’s what’s happening with this GT63 Pro, I think!

Though with the GT63 Pro, it retains all its daily charm: You can spec 2+2 seats, option for epic semi-active AMG suspension, and the interior remains uncompromised, keeping the luxurious feel. It feels like an S model, a stage above, where you can have your cake and eat it too!

Is it a necessary variant? I never drove the GT and thought it needed more power - if anything, I thought less power with the GT55 might be better. But a little more dynamism is always welcome, and the design elements on this model certainly add to its appeal.