LOT 138

2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 S Roadster Chassis no. WDD1994761M002057

Sold for €709,550 inc. premium

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Lot 138

2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 S Roadster

The Monaco Sale|24 April 2026, 15:00 CEST|Monaco, Fairmont Hotel

2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 S Roadster
Chassis no. WDD1994761M002057

• One of only 150 produced
• Recently serviced in 2025
• German registration
• 14,000 km recorded from new

Manufactured between 2003 and 2010, their new supercar allowed Mercedes-Benz and its then Formula 1 partner, McLaren, to showcase their collective experience in the development, construction, and production of high-performance sports cars and, just like its legendary 300 SLR predecessor of 1955, it incorporated technological developments that were ahead of their time. Yet the term 'supercar' does not do full justice to the SLR, which, its peerless performance notwithstanding, is a luxurious and finely engineered Gran Turismo in the best traditions of Mercedes-Benz.

The heart of any car is its engine, and that of the SLR McLaren is truly outstanding. Produced at Mercedes-Benz's AMG performance division, it is a 5.5-litre, 24-valve, supercharged V8 producing 617bhp, making it one of the most powerful engines ever found in a series-produced road-going sports car. Impressive though this peak horsepower figure is, it is the torque produced by this state-of-the-art 'blown' motor that is its most remarkable feature. The torque curve is almost flat: there is already 440lb/ft by 1,500 rpm and well over 500lb/ft between 3,000 and 5,000 revs.

Finished in the striking and seldom-seen shade of Crystal Antimony Grey metallic, this exceptionally rare Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 S Roadster is presented in near-new new condition and benefits from German registration and a documented service history. One of only 150 Roadster variants produced worldwide, the example offered here is number 057 of the series.

This example is described by the owner as free from any repainting, further underscoring its careful ownership and preservation. The interior features desirable carbon-look trim and "Extra Large" seats, complemented by a high specification including Bi-Xenon headlamps, electrically operated softtop, two-zone automatic climate control, garage door opener, interior monitoring system, CD changer, and COMAND APS infotainment system. The upgraded braking system for 19-inch wheels is also fitted

The accompanying maintenance record confirms regular servicing by Mercedes-Benz specialists, including:

9 November 2016 – 13,057 km: major Mercedes-Benz service
14 March 2018 – 13,060 km: Mercedes-Benz service
January 2019 – major service including gearbox oil and filter, spark plugs, and ignition leads
24 August 2022 – Mercedes-Benz service
3 April 2025 – Mercedes-Benz service

Presented in outstanding condition and with minimal mileage, this limited-production 722 S Roadster represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of the most exclusive variants of the SLR lineage—an important modern supercar combining motorsport-derived engineering with open-top grand touring capability and ideally suited to both discerning collectors and enthusiastic drivers alike.

Footnotes

2009 Mercedes-BEnz SLR McLaren 722 S Roadster
N° de châssis : WDD1994761M002057

• L'un des 150 exemplaires produits
• Révision récente effectuée en 2025
• Immatriculation allemande
• 14 000 km au compteur

Fabriquée entre 2003 et 2010, cette nouvelle supercar a permis à Mercedes-Benz et à son partenaire de Formule 1 de l'époque, McLaren, de mettre en avant leur expérience commune dans le développement, la construction et la production de voitures de sport hautes performances. À l'instar de sa légendaire prédécesseure, la 300 SLR de 1955, elle intégrait des avancées technologiques en avance sur leur temps. Pourtant, le terme « supercar » ne rend pas pleinement justice à la SLR qui, malgré ses performances inégalées, est une Gran Turismo luxueuse et finement conçue dans la plus pure tradition de Mercedes-Benz.

Le cœur de toute voiture est son moteur, et celui de la SLR McLaren est véritablement exceptionnel. Produit par la division haute performance AMG de Mercedes-Benz, il s'agit d'un V8 suralimenté de 5,5 litres à 24 soupapes développant 617 ch, ce qui en fait l'un des moteurs les plus puissants jamais montés sur une voiture de sport de série destinée à la route. Aussi impressionnante que soit cette puissance maximale, c'est le couple produit par ce moteur « suralimenté » à la pointe de la technologie qui constitue sa caractéristique la plus remarquable. La courbe de couple est presque plate : on dispose déjà de 440 lb/pi à 1 500 tr/min et de bien plus de 500 lb/pi entre 3 000 et 5 000 tr/min.

Revêtue d'une peinture métallisée « Crystal Antimony Grey » à la fois saisissante et rare, cette Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 S Roadster, d'une rareté exceptionnelle, est présentée dans un état quasi neuf, bénéficie d'une immatriculation allemande et d'un historique d'entretien complet. Produit à seulement 150 exemplaires dans le monde, il s'agit du numéro 057 de la série.

Son propriétaire affirme qu'elle n'a jamais eu de retouches de peinture, témoignant ainsi de son entretien méticuleux. L'intérieur se distingue par ses élégantes finitions façon carbone et ses sièges « Extra Large ». Elle est également très bien équipé : phares bi-xénon, capote électrique, climatisation automatique bizone, ouvre-porte de garage, système de surveillance intérieure, chargeur CD et système d'infodivertissement COMAND APS. Un système de freinage optimisé pour les jantes de 19 pouces est également présent.

Le carnet d'entretien joint atteste que le véhicule a fait l'objet d'entretiens réguliers effectués par des spécialistes Mercedes-Benz, notamment :
• 9 novembre 2016 – 13 057 km : révision complète Mercedes-Benz
• 14 mars 2018 – 13 060 km : révision Mercedes-Benz
• janvier 2019 – révision complète comprenant l'huile et le filtre de boîte de vitesses, les bougies d'allumage et les câbles d'allumage
• 24 août 2022 – révision Mercedes-Benz
• 3 avril 2025 – révision Mercedes-Benz
Présentée dans un état exceptionnel et avec un kilométrage minimal, cette 722 S Roadster à production limitée représente une occasion rare d'acquérir l'une des variantes les plus exclusives de la lignée SLR. Une supercar moderne de premier plan alliant une ingénierie issue du sport automobile à des capacités de grand tourisme décapotable, et parfaitement adaptée tant aux collectionneurs avertis qu'aux conducteurs passionnés.

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