SLR McLaren Edition - MBClub UK

KillerHERTZ · 02-12-2010, 01:18 PM

SLR McLaren Edition

Mercedes-Benz SLR Mclaren is back. Yes, the vehicle has returned to show certain competitor how the performance-delivering job is done. McLaren will bring a total of 25 new units to the market under the McLaren SLR Edition name, as autoblog Germany reports.

The reborn hypercar will come with a refreshed exterior that will allow it to demonstrate its potential even when standing still. The vehicle has been gifted with a redesigned front bumper that comes with oversized air intakes a new type of mesh grille. The side air vents also use a new layout, coming with a rounded shape. The aerodynamic tweaks are completed by a new rear diffuser.

The vehicle, which comes to the market one year after the production has ended, was displayed at the Essen Motor Show. However, McLaren did not release any info about the car, so we are still waiting for an official confirmation of the project. This is pretty unusual, as the development could be considered some sort of a customer tuning project, but we really have to wait and see before giving a verdict.

It seems that the SLR’s tech side has remained unchanged, which means that we’ll get the same supercharged 5.4 literV8 powerplant that delivers 626 hp and a peak torque of 780 Nm (575 lb-ft). We’ll remind you that the engine sends the power to the rear wheels via an automatic five-speed AMD Speedshift transmission. The unit allows the car to complete the 0 to 62 mph sprint in 3.8 seconds and offers it a top speed of 333 km/h (207 mph).

Sonny Burnett · 02-12-2010, 06:55 PM

how many SLR's where made. total

KillerHERTZ · 02-12-2010, 07:00 PM

Found this:

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Total sales were 615 units in 2005, 261 units in 2006, and 275 units in 2007, falling well below Mercedes-McLaren's goal of selling 500 units annually

Sonny Burnett · 02-12-2010, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by KillerHERTZ

Found this:

damn oh well bad for MB but great for the actual car as seeing one is hyper rare..... speaking of rare you have your AMG sides yet it must be well over 2 years...

st4 · 02-12-2010, 08:21 PM

If they sold it for half the price there would be a greater uptake. Lovely motor

bh13coupe · 02-12-2010, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by st4

If they sold it for half the price there would be a greater uptake. Lovely motor

its a car with a tweaked 55k kompressor engine for £300k with a 5 speed auto. I am not seeing the value. Dont get me wrong its a splendid car but overpriced.

lancebond · 03-12-2010, 02:21 AM

not a fan of that, loved the original one though.

imo i think the original is a nicer looking car than the sls

moonloops · 03-12-2010, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by lancebond

imo i think the original is a nicer looking car than the sls

*Nods*

back of sls looks like budgie the helicopter

Mobb · 03-12-2010, 10:13 AM

Lovely car!

stumpy1 · 03-12-2010, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by bh13coupe

its a car with a tweaked 55k kompressor engine for £300k with a 5 speed auto. I am not seeing the value. Dont get me wrong its a splendid car but overpriced.

I can see where you are coming from but in actual fact, at 300 it is a bargain in many ways when you compare it to other hypercars. Only the parts bin interior lets it down.

It is not simply a tweaked 55k engine. It is masterpiece that has had a 20% power uplift yet is so untempremental you have to boot it now and again to remind yourself what it is about.

The depth of engineering really shines through when you get up close.

The noise is worth the price alone!

Sonny Burnett · 03-12-2010, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by bh13coupe

its a car with a tweaked 55k kompressor engine for £300k with a 5 speed auto. I am not seeing the value. Dont get me wrong its a splendid car but overpriced.

i thought it was the body and frame the took up the most cost...

Maff · 03-12-2010, 01:25 PM

If they made a RHD version of the SLR then the sales figures could have been a bit better. I would have loved to have owned one but could never come to terms with buying and driving a Left Hooker.

stumpy1 · 03-12-2010, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Maff

If they made a RHD version of the SLR then the sales figures could have been a bit better. I would have loved to have owned one but could never come to terms with buying and driving a Left Hooker.

To be honest Matt it is rarely an issue. With roof up the roadster has a fairly large blindspot but the coupe is better. The only time it bothers me is in multistorey car parks

KillerHERTZ · 03-12-2010, 05:39 PM

thebook · 15-12-2010, 08:30 AM

This car was at Brooklands 2 days ago, it really does stand out, looks much more aggressive than 'standard' SLR. The noise is something else.

02-12-2010, 01:18 PM	#1
KillerHERTZ Executive Staff Join Date: May 2003 Location: Cambridge Car: W209 CLK270 CDI With AMG bits Posts: 10,574	SLR McLaren Edition SLR McLaren Edition Mercedes-Benz SLR Mclaren is back. Yes, the vehicle has returned to show certain competitor how the performance-delivering job is done. McLaren will bring a total of 25 new units to the market under the McLaren SLR Edition name, as autoblog Germany reports. The reborn hypercar will come with a refreshed exterior that will allow it to demonstrate its potential even when standing still. The vehicle has been gifted with a redesigned front bumper that comes with oversized air intakes a new type of mesh grille. The side air vents also use a new layout, coming with a rounded shape. The aerodynamic tweaks are completed by a new rear diffuser. The vehicle, which comes to the market one year after the production has ended, was displayed at the Essen Motor Show. However, McLaren did not release any info about the car, so we are still waiting for an official confirmation of the project. This is pretty unusual, as the development could be considered some sort of a customer tuning project, but we really have to wait and see before giving a verdict. It seems that the SLR’s tech side has remained unchanged, which means that we’ll get the same supercharged 5.4 literV8 powerplant that delivers 626 hp and a peak torque of 780 Nm (575 lb-ft). We’ll remind you that the engine sends the power to the rear wheels via an automatic five-speed AMD Speedshift transmission. The unit allows the car to complete the 0 to 62 mph sprint in 3.8 seconds and offers it a top speed of 333 km/h (207 mph). __________________ 2003 CLK270 CDI 'AMG' (W209) \| 1999 C240 Sport (W202) \| 1968 280S Ex-Diplomat (W108) FOR SALE \| 1995 C180 Elegance (W202) R.I.P.

03-12-2010, 05:39 PM	#14
KillerHERTZ Executive Staff Threadstarter Join Date: May 2003 Location: Cambridge Car: W209 CLK270 CDI With AMG bits Posts: 10,574	__________________ 2003 CLK270 CDI 'AMG' (W209) \| 1999 C240 Sport (W202) \| 1968 280S Ex-Diplomat (W108) FOR SALE \| 1995 C180 Elegance (W202) R.I.P.

02-12-2010, 06:55 PM	#2
Sonny Burnett Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Jul 2007 Car: W220 S500 Facelift Posts: 1,238	how many SLR's where made. total

02-12-2010, 08:21 PM	#5
st4 Banned Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: In the driving seat Car: C220cdi tourer Posts: 14,393	If they sold it for half the price there would be a greater uptake. Lovely motor

03-12-2010, 02:21 AM	#7
lancebond Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Newcastle Car: S203 C220 CDI Posts: 422	not a fan of that, loved the original one though. imo i think the original is a nicer looking car than the sls

03-12-2010, 10:13 AM	#9
Mobb Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: May 2010 Location: London Car: CLK55 AMG - E92 M3 Posts: 475	Lovely car!

03-12-2010, 01:25 PM	#12
Maff Administrator Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Henley-on-Thames Posts: 2,496	If they made a RHD version of the SLR then the sales figures could have been a bit better. I would have loved to have owned one but could never come to terms with buying and driving a Left Hooker.

15-12-2010, 08:30 AM	#15
thebook Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Weybridge - Surrey Car: Audi A5 3.0 TDI Sportback Posts: 332	This car was at Brooklands 2 days ago, it really does stand out, looks much more aggressive than 'standard' SLR. The noise is something else.

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