2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR "722 Edition" [PICS] what a sexy BEAST!

[aj510]

Specs
Engine 5.5 liter V8

Aspiration supercharger

HP 650 hp

0-62 mph 3.6 seconds

Top Speed 209 mph

Pics of this beasty!

2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR "722 Edition"

(Press release by DaimlerChrysler) 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.

The supercharged 5.5-litre V8 engine in the "722 Edition", which is hand-built in the AMG engine shop in Affalterbach, generates 478 kW/650 hp. 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 100 km/h in only 3.6 seconds, and 200 km/h is reached in just 10.2 seconds. The maximum speed (337 km/h) is 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 brake discs with a diameter of 390 mm ensure excellent braking performance.

Discreet visual modifications mark the 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 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.

[Whitey]

how much is the car retailing for??????

[aj510]

pretty sure it's listed in the 600k pounds range - maybe more, wouldn't really surprise me as the *stock* SLR McLaren is some ridiculous price!

[wingnut]

a man after my own heart there is no car i would rather own then this...
have you seen the episode of top gear where jeremy clarkson races the other two 1300 miles in 24 hours through europe?

awesome
just when you thoughtr you were tired 626BHP!!!!

awake now.

[aj510]

wasn't that race in the Aston Martin Vantage?

Did you see the test drive Clarkson did on the Mclaren SLR Benz? That thing absolutely hammers and sounds the goods too!

[wingnut]

Originally Posted by aj510

wasn't that race in the Aston Martin Vantage?

Did you see the test drive Clarkson did on the Mclaren SLR Benz? That thing absolutely hammers and sounds the goods too!

the one in the aston was to the south of france
the one in the SLR was to oslo in norway
the one in the 612 scallietti was to the swis alps
the one in the bugati veyron was to london from the south of france.

[aj510]

haha we've found the Top Gear freak!

It's on every monday on SBS (i'm sure you already know this).

I've tried buying the DVD's but so far have only managed to find 2 'best of' and whilst being good, they miss out on a tonne of great stuff.

[wingnut]

i have every episode of both top gear and fifth gear...
yes i am a freak

send me your adress and ill burn you a few dvds ;)

[aj510]

recorded them or bought?

if you bought them, where'd you find them?

[wingnut]

i buy nothing from the internet...
i have every episode dvd quality
hear no evil see no evil