Description
A hypercar with the glamour of the Legend For more than four years, the experts from Mercedes Benz and its partner company McLaren, manufacturer of formula 1 models, have been building the Mercedes SLR McLaren, which was then offered for sale in 2004 in 1, 757 units. The Mercedes SLR McLaren hypercar is described by the Stuttgart-based company as the successor model to the Mercedes 300 SLR, the legendary racing car of the 1950s.
The chassis is made of carbon (only the front side members are aluminium), which guarantees a high degree of torsional rigidity for safety. The engine is a supercharged 5. 4-litre AMG V8 block producing 626 hp and no less than 780 NM of torque at just 3, 000 rpm, with 0 to 100 performance in 3. 8 seconds and a top speed of 333 km/ h.
Beneath the robes, the SLR McLaren hides other specificities such as the aluminium wishbone suspension and electronic gearbox management that provides three response times in manual operation and, above all, the flat underbody that ensures optimum downforce as a function of speed. Aerodynamics with ground effect. Its 'linearity' is favoured by both the positioning of the engine behind the front axle and the exhausts placed to the side. They emerge from the car just behind the front wheel arches and, contrary to what you might think, are not a stylistic quirk inspired by the SLRs of the 1950s. Instead, they are a solution imposed by the need to help 'clean up' the underbody. Obviously, the mobile rear wing also contributes to the aerodynamics. Depending on speed, it determines the 'load' on the rear axle and, during violent braking, it positions itself almost vertically to act as a stabilising 'airbrake'. The variable-assist steering is precise and sharp, almost capable of shortening the car's long wheelbase, giving the SLR exceptional directionality. The optimal weight distribution contributes to the quickness in direction changes, with 49 per cent on the front axle and 51 per cent at the rear. Moving inside the Mercedes-Benz SLR, one can immediately notice the truly impressive finish of the details and the extensive use of alcantara and leather that cover the entire interior. In the centre of the car is a low, wide dashboard that houses the Mercedes-Benz infotainment system and a series of levers and buttons that manage all the supercar's information, including the climate control system, and a drawer with the SLR logo in evidence. From the gearbox, climate control, handbrake and radio, everything goes through the centre console. Even the ignition control for the mighty engine is located in the centre of the tunnel, next to the love brake and the automatic gear lever. Behind the carbon and leather-blend steering wheel are the gearstick paddles, and immediately behind it an analogue tachometer displays all the information needed by the driver of this Mercedes-Benz SLR, including various temperatures. The two seats are of a strongly racing imprint, cosy and enveloping, capable of holding the occupants firmly in place even when racing on the track. Closing the Mercedes-Benz SLR's interior is the 180-litre boot. The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren was among the most acclaimed super sports cars of the early 2000s, an instant classic for the most discerning collectors, sure to be revalued.
Key features (photo 9152) - Crystal Galaxit Schwarz Metal colour - Silver Arrow Red Leather interior trim - 19" Turbine-Style alloy wheels - Service history - Full maintenance history - Book with all accompanying invoices - Tax and super tax stamp payment 06-2024 - Revision due date 07-2025 - Original car cover - Battery maintainer - The lot comes with a comprehensive model automobilia including: owner's book, maintenance book in English, maintenance book in Dutch, Press Kit, various books and manuals, various models in different scales and clock - From private collectionAugust 2006 first registration to well-known Dutch businessman with Monte Carlo (MC) registration plate January 2013 transfer to well-known world champion cricket player (UK) March 2016 transfer to new owner (UK) who carries out a complete service/ revision December 2020 enters the collection of the current owner (IT) A substantial history file documents the car's past, the work carried out, with various invoices and the original maintenance booklet. 500 Km since last maintenance Overhaul July 2025 Service history: - 8, 231 Km - 27, 990 Km - 39, 050 Km - 47, 276 Km -61. 023 Km The Conditions: Bodywork in excellent condition Interior leather and alcantara in excellent condition Mechanics perfect and serviced 19 "Turbine wheels in excellent condition Carboceramic brakes with red caliper Updated software Only defect, marks on the rear window glass Collectible but usable daily as on the track Equipment:
- Automatic transmission with steering wheel paddles - Automatic bi-zone air conditioning - Front and rear parking sensors - Cruise control - Speed limiter - Bose Sourround system - 19'' alloy wheels Turbine-Style - Red 'McLaren' brake calipers - Power steering - Carbon-ceramic brakes - Carbon-fibre sports seats - Becker Indianapolis Pro infotainment system - Leather dashboard - Bi-Xenon headlamps with headlamp washers - Light sensor - Alcantara sports steering wheel - Privacy glass - Electrically adjustable exterior mirrors - Electric windows
