Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 Edition

[Duma]

Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 Edition

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Supercharged V8
Displacement cu in (cc): 332 (5439)
Power bhp (kW) :650(485)

Brakes F/R: ABS, vented disc/vented disc
Tires F-R: R19
Driveline: Rear Wheel Drive

Acceleration 0-60 mph s: 3.6
Top Speed mph (km/h): 209 (337)


Base Price: 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 Edition - 646,840 €

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[Duma]

New Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 Edition: Born on the Racetrack

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. Sale of the SLR 722 Edition in the U.S. has not been confirmed.

Continuing the 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 650 bhp and a corresponding performance, the new super sports car, which goes on sale on July 11, 2006, will not only make the hearts of car enthusiasts beat faster.

The supercharged 5.5-liter V8 engine in the 722 Edition, which is hand-built in the AMG engine shop in Affalterbach, generates 650 bhp. 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 62 mph in only 3.6 seconds, and 124 mph is reached in just 10.2 seconds. The top speed (209 mph) is above the 207 mph 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 0.4 inches lower body. Larger brake discs with a diameter of 390 mm ensure excellent braking performance.

Discreet visual modifications mark the Mercedes-Benz 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 symbolizes 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.

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.

[IulianUM]

A cheap car , that I like a lot . :doh:

And what about nose heavyness ...

[Leadfoot]

Originally posted by IulianUM
A cheap car , that I like a lot . :doh:

And what about nose heavyness ...

A lot of people see front mounted engines in a sports car/supercar as a problem when it comes to handling, being nose heavy and slow to change direction. But as for me, I see it as an advantage from an ownership point of view.

Most but not all mid-engined car handle amazingly up to a point and then snap into over-steer. Now if you are a great driver this isn't a problem, their reactions are super fast but as some rich people who buy these cars aren't that great this sudden change catches them out with costly results. Just look at how many Carrera GT were recked during testing at the ring, when even the mighty Walter can crash one, how is there hope for the rest of us.

As for cars like the SLR, this transition to over-steer is more controlled and as such will be easier for us normal folk to control. Such as a 650hp monster is easy to control, but I think you get my point.

By the way, this was not directed at your comments IulianUM.:thumb:

[IulianUM]

Don´t worry Leadfoot , I see myself as an average driver , well , may be a bit better :p , and I think that the normal driver on a normal road , not on the track , can´t use any powerful car half its potential .

It is tiring to read a lot of motor journalists about a car being nose heavy not thinking that you have to adapt your driving style to what you are driving and where , and thinking of themselves as the best drivers .

I must say that I like the SLR more than the R8 , I´m a sinner :blush:

[Leadfoot]

Originally posted by IulianUM
Don´t worry Leadfoot , I see myself as an average driver , well , may be a bit better :p , and I think that the normal driver on a normal road , not on the track , can´t use any powerful car half its potential .

It is tiring to read a lot of motor journalists about a car being nose heavy not thinking that you have to adapt your driving style to what you are driving and where , and thinking of themselves as the best drivers .

I must say that I like the SLR more than the R8 , I´m a sinner :blush:

Well as for me, I see myself as one of the best drivers ever, that is until I wake up. But back to you, yes you are a sinner, but I understand why you like it.

As I have said in another posting, I as yet am not sure I like the look of the R8, but one thing for sure, this will possibly be the easiest mid-engined supercar to drive. I don't believe Audi will give it as hairy a drive as the Gallardo and as such will behave more like a RS4 but without the under-steer, yes it will go sideways but a boot full of throttle will sort it out.

To the motoring journalists the world over, it will be still another boring Audi. But to the rest of the world, it will be the best supercar ever!!!

If only the wife loved me enough to sell her body to buy me this car. One can only dream.