SLR The most valuable car in the world: Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé sold for an all-time record price of 135 million EUR


The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (C199 / R199 / Z199) is a grand tourer jointly developed by Mercedes-Benz and McLaren Automotive and sold from 2003 to 2010. When the car was developed, Mercedes-Benz owned 40 percent of the McLaren Group and the car was produced in conjunction between the two companies. The "SLR" name is an abbreviation for "Sport Leicht Rennsport" (Sport Light Racing), and was a homage to the Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR which served as the car's inspiration. The car was offered in coupé, roadster and speedster bodystyles, with the latter being a limited edition model.
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The most valuable car in the world: Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé sold for an all-time record price of 135 million EUR
A Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé from 1955 has been sold at auction for a record price of 135 million EUR to a private collector. This icon of automotive history is an absolute rarity – one of just two prototypes built at the time.

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This damn thing is simply gorgeous. It's sad to see it leave the museum display for some private vault, never to see the light of day again.
 
Giannis said:
This damn thing is simply gorgeous. It's sad to see it leave the museum display for some private vault, never to see the light of day again.
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I thought it was owned by Mercedes and it seemed strange to me that they sold it, but I guess it wasn't and they just exhibited it and kept it well cared for, although 143 million doesn't hurt anyone.

"This vehicle is on display in the Mercedes-Benz Museum".
Release date May 19, 2022

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Now I know where the SLR McLaren came from and why I like it so much

And they let her turn it on and touch the acelerator......

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Giannis said:
This damn thing is simply gorgeous. It's sad to see it leave the museum display for some private vault, never to see the light of day again.
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They had 2 coupes, part of the deal is the car has to remain available for display if Mercedes’ need it.
 

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