McLaren Mercedes SLR 722 Edition

[Renn 208]

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New Mercedes-Benz SLR "722 Edition": Born on the racetrack

Stuttgart, Jul 10, 2006
The new Mercedes-Benz SLR "722 Edition" has all the attributes of a thoroughbred racing car. Refined in numerous respects, this super sports car has more output, a tailor-made suspension configuration and a decidedly sporty interior.

A continuing tradition: the new model variant SLR "722 Edition" is a homage by Mercedes-Benz to the unforgettable victory won by the British racing legend Stirling Moss and his co-driver Denis Jenkinson in a Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR with the starting number 722 (indicating a start time of 7.22 a.m.) at the Mille Miglia in 1955. With an output of 478 kW/650 hp and a corresponding performance, the new super sports car, which goes on sale on July 11, will not only make the hearts of car enthusiasts beat faster.


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The supercharged 5.5-litre V8 engine in the "722 Edition", which is hand-built in the AMG engine shop in Affalterbach, generates 478 kW/650 hp. The particular strengths of this high-performance engine are immediate response to movements of the accelerator, highly emphatic torque build-up and an unmistakable V8 sound. The performance figures are outstanding even for a high-end sports car: the "722 Edition" accelerates from standstill to 100 km/h in only 3.6 seconds, and 200 km/h is reached in just 10.2 seconds. The maximum speed (337 km/h) is above the 334 km/h previously achieved by the SLR.


Handling characteristics worthy of the racetrack are also provided by the sophisticated suspension, with 19-inch light-alloy wheels, a stiffer damper configuration and a ten-millimetre-lower body. Larger brake discs with a diameter of 390 mm ensure excellent braking performance.


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Discreet visual modifications mark the SLR "722 Edition" out as special, in line with the wishes of the enthusiastic gentleman drivers and wealthy sports car collectors who make up the core target group. The modified front spoiler with an air splitter, as well as the rear diffuser, improve both the aerodynamics and contact pressure at high speeds, and reflect the transfer of cutting-edge technology from motor racing. At the same time, the use of clear-lacquered carbon as an extremely strong yet lightweight material symbolises the practicality of these technical features. Bucket-type sports seats upholstered in leather/Alcantara provide outstanding lateral support, while the grippier racing steering wheel with a hunting-leather lining, gearshift paddles and black carbon highlights lend a thoroughbred racing touch to the interior.

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Exclusive "SLR. Club" for SLR owners
Before the sales release date, customers and selected guests will have the advance opportunity to appraise the new SLR "722 Edition". This is to mark the foundation of the worldwide "SLR. Club" at the Circuit Paul Ricard in Le Castellet, southern France. As an ultra-exclusive community of which SLR customers automatically become members, the "SLR Club" provides an attractive platform for outstanding events related to the SLR, as well as numerous other benefits. Another exciting feature is the club’s SLR Safety & Speed Academy, which offers special driver training courses and seminars. David Coulthard, Jochen Mass, Klaus Ludwig, Chris Goodwin and Christina Surer are among the highly skilled and well-known instructors.

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And some slightly larger pics for your perusal:
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I'll take these down after today...

[Luwin1026]

That better be Dr. Z-approved . . .

Can't wait to see which gazillionaire celebrity chick gets her hands on one first! Will Paris trade her "common" one for da seven-double-deuce? Or will Nicole Richie be the first in line to one-up her one-time best friend? Maybe "fire-crotch" Lohan will paint hers pink to match her Sidekick.

All joking aside, it's hotness. The first pic strikes me as kinda odd - in that the wheel face looks photoshopped for some reason. And the brakes - are they going to be red, or silver? The wheel design looks a little on the plebian side, almost along the lines of an APC-knockoff version of a OZ offering. If a $70k RS4 can have stock wheel hotness, then so should this one. Any word on expected price?

[Renn 208]

The wheel design looks a little on the plebian side, almost along the lines of an APC-knockoff version of a OZ offering.

Well, since the McLaren SLR's had OZ wheels from the beginning....that would make sense.

No idea on pricing...but I'm hoping that a contact of mine will get back to me with more details.

[kameraguy]

Personally i love euro plates on the front of cars, but in this case I guess there's really no good place for a front plate. Can it BE any more awkward looking? :p

I'll go against the grain and say i never like dthe Vison style SLR wheels. But these OZ-esq wheels I love on it. IF I could buy an SLR, this would be the one. And with 744 emblazoned on it, looks like crew 744 has a strong leader now!!

[Renn 208]

And with 744 emblazoned on it, looks like crew 744 has a strong leader now!!

Wishful thinking eh?:rofl:

[redline]

I think the wheels look strange from that angle (flat). If they really wanted to make it a special edition worth buying, they should have offered a race-prepped interior to match the suspension and power upgrades.

[kameraguy]

Wishful thinking eh?:rofl:

R u hinting there's something even better on the horizon? :cool:

[Luwin1026]

R u hinting there's something even better on the horizon? :cool:


I think he's trying to tell you to have your prescription checked, because you may be off by 2x11. :rofl:

[Ozzie Bob]

Eh. I like the interior CF.

The answer is probably no, but, is the SLR available in RHD?? I've always wondered about that! :blink:

[Renn 208]

Eh. I like the interior CF.

The answer is probably no, but, is the SLR available in RHD?? I've always wondered about that! :blink:

Since the Manfucaturer's a British Co, I would hope so!

[kameraguy]

I think he's trying to tell you to have your prescription checked, because you may be off by 2x11. :rofl:

gahhhdamn, why was I thinking 744....holy smokes. Work has finally cracked me. I have finally lost my mind :wacko:

[55 ON IT]

One day I'll have a SLR to match my diecast model! I wish they would put some lip on the rear wheels though.

[benzaholic]

wow the interior is incredible...but i really hate the rims( normal version has better rims)..but who am i to complain i would take one