HWA Teases Modern Restomod of AMG Hammer
German tuner HWA has released a teaser image previewing a contemporary reinterpretation of the original Mercedes-AMG Hammer.
Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in Performance Vehicles
HWA, the German firm known for building and racing Mercedes-AMGs, has published a single teaser image on social media previewing a modern restomod take on the original AMG Hammer. The image shows the W124 silhouette with updated LED headlights and taillights.
Why it matters
The original Hammer, launched in the mid-1980s as the ultimate version of the W124 sedan, is a sought-after classic, and HWA's reinterpretation signals renewed interest in reviving it with modern components.
The original 5.5-liter V8 in the 300E 5.6 AMG made 355 horsepower and 388 pound-feet of torque, while the twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 from HWA's Evo II delivers 444 hp and 406 lb-ft that could be fitted. HWA has not confirmed which powertrain the new car will use.
The players
HWA
HWA is a German firm that has developed, built, and raced Mercedes-AMG vehicles, including the road-legal CLK GTR Straßenversion and a limited-run reborn 190E Evo II.
The details
HWA published a single teaser image showing the W124 silhouette with updated LED lighting. The company did not describe the car as a modern take on The Hammer, leaving its scope to be confirmed.
Timeline
Mid-1980s: The original AMG Hammer launched as the ultimate version of the W124 sedan.
November 5, 2026: HWA published the teaser image of its new Hammer restomod.
Roadmap
HWA's modern reinterpretation of the W124-era AMG Hammer follows a pattern of the company reviving Mercedes-AMG icons, including the CLK GTR road car and the reborn 190E Evo II. It extends that lineage by bringing a 1980s sedan's performance ethos into a contemporary restomod format.
For enthusiasts tracking W124 classics, the revival signals potential new options if HWA moves from teaser to production. Buyers should wait for confirmed specifications and pricing before weighing a purchase against existing original Hammers.
The takeaway
Teasers from specialist tuners like HWA often preview projects that may change before release, so readers should treat unconfirmed specifications as provisional until the company publishes official details.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Carscoops.
