Mercedes-Benz adds muscle to SLR supercar

"The new "722 Edition" is a homage by Mercedes-Benz to the amazing victory of racing legend Stirling Moss in a Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR with the starting number 722 (indicating a 7.22 a.m. start time) at the Mille Miglia in 1955," said Chris Vallance, Regional Sales Manager, McLaren Mercedes-Benz SLR, Middle East. "With an output of 650 hp the new super sports car will make the hearts of regional car enthusiasts beat faster."

The supercharged 5.5-litre V8 engine in the '722 Edition' is hand-built in AMG's engine shop in Affalterbach to produce better throttle response, increased torque and will accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.6 seconds. The magic 200 km/h is reached in just 10.2 seconds while the maximum speed of 337 km/h is just above the 334 km/h 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 a ten-millimetre-lower body. Larger 390 mm diameter brake discs ensure excellent braking performance.

A modified front spoiler with 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 symbolises 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.