LOT 16 Ω

2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupé Chassis no. WDDRJ7HAXEA010939

Sold for US$322,000 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve

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138km on the odometer
2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupé

On the Grid: The Abu Dhabi Auction|25 November 2023, 20:30 +04|Abu Dhabi, Yas Marina Circuit

2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupé
Chassis no. WDDRJ7HAXEA010939

• One owner from new
• Built to Swiss specifications
• On static display since acquisition
• Offered from an extensive private collection in the Middle East

AMG, which is now the official performance division of Mercedes-Benz, has a long history of producing high-performance derivatives of Mercedes' standard production vehicles, and these improved versions enjoy an enthusiastic following world-wide, with prominent figures of the motor sports, entertainment, sport, and business communities being counted among aficionados.

With the introduction of the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG in 2010, the Affalterbach-based firm took a significant step forward. First seen at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show and acknowledged as a tribute to the legendary 300 SL 'Gullwing' coupé of the 1950s – arguably the world's first supercar – the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG was notable as the first car to be designed in-house by AMG. A collectors' item from the day it was announced, the newcomer featured 'Gullwing' doors like its illustrious predecessor and succeeded the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren at the top of the German manufacturer's range. Styled by Mercedes-Benz's Mark Fetherston, the SLS AMG received numerous prestigious design awards, and is the only automobile ever to have won the (gold) Design Award of the Federal Republic of Germany. An open roadster version was introduced for 2011.

Boasting a chassis/body of mainly aluminium construction, the SLS (Sport Licht Super) was powered by a 6.2-litre V8 engine producing 563bhp initially (572bhp in the car offered here) - the most powerful normally aspirated production car engine of its day - while the seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission was similarly state-of-the-art. A rear wing, extendable at high speeds, kept the SLS stable at its near-200mph maximum, while its low weight (3,573lbs) helped the car lap the Mercedes-Benz test track quicker than its SLR McLaren predecessor.

Not surprisingly, given its pedigree, the SLS AMG proved very popular with racing drivers, former Formula 1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton among them, while the list of celebrity owners includes Eddie Murphy, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Al Pacino, Roger Federer, Sylvester Stallone, and Tom Hanks. Several limited edition versions were introduced, including a GT3 racer, leading up to the SLS AMG GT Final Edition of 2014. Mercedes-AMG CEO Tobias Moers has said that there are no plans for a successor, so for the time being the SLS AMG remains the ultimate expression of the noble 'Gullwing' tradition.

Finished in Designo Mystic White 2 Metallic with Designo Exclusive Classic Red leather interior, this stunning and very well specified example was ordered new by the current vendor and built to Swiss specification. The car has been on static display as part of the vendor's extensive private collection in the Middle East, the odometer reading a mere 138km. A battery has been fitted recently and the car is running and driving, but given the cars period of static display, some recommissioning may be required before it returns to the road. Accompanying paperwork consists of copies of the original Mercedes-Benz sales receipt, invoice detailing its outstanding specification (perusal highly recommended) and a letter of confirmation of type approval.

Please note that this vehicle is under customs in the UAE. Our customs partner, The Stables, will manage all post-sale customs administration. If this vehicle is to stay in the UAE, it will be subject to Import VAT at the standard rate of 5% and Import Duty at 5%+VAT on the hammer price. An administration fee of 750 USD + VAT + Transport charges for Customs Inspection (If applicable) + Customs charges at cost with official receipt to process all customs movements will apply. If you have any questions regarding customs, please contact Bonhams|Cars or The Stables.

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