The standard Mercedes ML63 is fairly bonkers in more ways than one. Still, Kicherer has had a go at making a monster out of it.

The high-performance SUV, which is actually old news now that the new 2012 M Class is introduced, gets a body kit which is pretty substantial, what with a front apron, flared arches, side skirts and new rear apron, but is totally obscured by the the exposed carbon black wrap applied all over the car.

Complementing the black body are the matte black 23-inch wheels, and black leather and suede interior.

Kicherer also provides the car with an upgrade kit for its massive V8 engine, so it churns out 540 HP (397 kW) now, and maximum torque of 640 Nm. That’s enough for a top speed of 250 km/h.