LOT 4
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR 'McLaren Edition' VIN. WDDAJ76F85M000372
Estimate: US$775,000 - US$875,000
Lot 4
One of just 25 bespoke examples built
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR 'McLaren Edition'
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR 'McLaren Edition'
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR 'McLaren Edition'
VIN. WDDAJ76F85M000372
VIN. WDDAJ76F85M000372
5,439cc DOHC Supercharged V8 Engine
Multi-Point Fuel Injection
617bhp at 6,500rpm
5-Speed AMG Speedshift R Transmission
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Carbon Ceramic Disc Brakes
* US-market car; originally exported from the UK and imported to the U.S. in 2005
* Striking MSO Matte Grey over MSO Red Leather and Black Alcantara, retaining factory-correct paint and upholstery per known records
* Number 16 of 19 MSO McLaren Edition Coupes produced
* Showing only 5,450 miles from new
THE MERCEDES-BENZ SLR MCLAREN
For more than a century, Mercedes-Benz has stood at the vanguard of automotive innovation and engineering excellence, a legacy further elevated by its long-standing association with the world's most prestigious racing disciplines. When the marque partnered with the legendary McLaren team in the early 2000s, the results set new superlative benchmarks for performance grand tourers. The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren, unveiled to worldwide acclaim at the 2003 Frankfurt Motor Show, crystallized the shared vision of both brands: to imbue modern supercar dynamics with the revered legacy of the Silver Arrows.
Powering the SLR's dramatic form was the hand-built, all-alloy 5.4-liter M155 V8 engine, masterfully designed by AMG and force-fed by a Lysholm-type supercharger. While output figures officially exceeded 600 horsepower, the SLR's true distinction lay in its breathtaking acceleration, ruthless composure, and effortless continent-crossing speed. The innovative placement of the engine far behind the front axle—marrying the virtues of front- and mid-engine layouts—delivered sublime balance and handling. Paired exclusively with AMG's Speedshift R automatic transmission, the SLR combined pulse-quickening performance with grand touring civility.
The SLR's carbon-fiber reinforced bodywork, fruit of McLaren's F1-derived expertise, ensured extraordinary rigidity and lightness, while all-carbon ceramic disc brakes provided peerlessly confidence-inspiring stopping power. Inside, the cabin radiated Teutonic luxury and bespoke craftsmanship—layered with the tactile drama of carbon fiber, magnesium, and hand-finished leathers. And while its appearance invoked the ghosts of the Mille Miglia-winning 300 SLR, its technological underpinnings were resolutely of the 21st century.
Production at McLaren's cutting-edge Woking facility was strictly limited, with each chassis painstakingly assembled by master technicians. The SLR's run was punctuated by even rarer limited editions—culminations of McLaren Special Operations' (MSO) bespoke program—benefiting from unique paint and trim combinations and track-oriented enhancements.
From its brake-by-wire carbon discs to the dual-zone climate control and featherlight carbon seats, the SLR McLaren was a technical tour de force, conceived as much for long-distance storming as for momentous drives along meandering Alpine pavements. Its lineage echoes hallmarks of both German and British engineering—every element meticulously honed for enthusiasts and collectors who demand uncompromising rarity and unfiltered driving exhilaration.
With only 2,157 SLR units constructed between 2003 and 2010, and an even smaller subset receiving MSO treatment, values for these flagship grand tourers have steadily appreciated as the SLR cements its place among the icons of the modern supercar era. For connoisseurs today, the MSO SLR remains a nexus of motorsport pedigree, hand-assembled exclusivity, and enduring modernity.
THE CAR OFFERED
Delivered new as chassis WDDAJ76F85M000372, this sublime Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren MSO Edition Coupe represents the rare nexus of motorsport heritage, bespoke luxury, and modern supercar performance. Number 16 of just 19 MSO McLaren Edition Coupes completed worldwide, the car is presented in an extraordinary configuration—Matte Grey over MSO Red leather with Black Alcantara accents—skillfully executed by McLaren's Special Operations division.
According to documentation, its initial registration occurred in New Jersey, after which the car was successively titled in Montana, Florida, and Washington. Throughout its life, it has been enthusiast-owned, passing through the hands of five meticulous caretakers, each contributing to its fastidious maintenance and preservation.
Noted for its time-capsule integrity, the car remains visually and mechanically faithful to its intended specification. Originally finished in Crystal Galaxite Black, the SLR was rechristened in Matte Gray by McLaren Special Operations yielding a striking yet understated presence befitting the SLR's contemporary character. The interior, swathed in MSO Red leather and Black Alcantara, is harmonious with the car's overall aesthetic.
Comprehensive maintenance records from renowned Mercedes-Benz centers—Fletcher Jones Motorcars of Newport Beach, CA, and Mercedes-Benz of Fort Lauderdale, to name but two—underscore the car's loving maintenance. Notably, major service items have been attentively addressed, including replacement of the engine mounts and installation of a new water pump. All service visits are chronicled alongside a full CARFAX vehicle history report and registration documents.
At the time of cataloguing, the odometer reveals a mere 5,450 miles—a testament both to the car's preservation and the collector-grade stewardship it has received since new.
Of critical importance to collectors, chassis no. 000372 is confirmed as a US-specification vehicle, compliant with all federal emissions and safety standards from new.
Mechanically, this SLR is fitted as new with the supercharged 5.4-liter M155 V8 engine, paired to AMG's Speedshift R five-speed automatic gearbox, channeling prodigious torque and more than 600 horsepower to the rear wheels. As an MSO Edition, further refinements include a titanium side-exit exhaust system, MSO carbon-fiber front bumper and rear diffuser, carbon fiber seating, carbon kevlar front floors, and 19-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels—each detail setting it apart from standard production examples.
Collectors and connoisseurs will appreciate the uncommonly low mileage, unwavering originality, and meticulously documented ownership history—all hallmarks of a blue-chip collectible. This SLR McLaren MSO Edition Coupe captures the supercar zeitgeist of its era and offers a singular opportunity to acquire one of the most exclusive and exhilarating icons from the Mercedes-Benz–McLaren partnership.
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