via https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k81NRGty6W0
Experience the raw, unfiltered sound of the legendary Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé as it hits the racetrack. This ultra-rare masterpiece represents the pinnacle of 1950s motorsport engineering and Mercedes-Benz’s racing heritage.
Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé - Technical Specifications
Engine: 3.0L straight-8 (2982cc), derived from Mercedes’ Formula 1 W196
Power: Approximately 310 horsepower at 7,500 rpm
Top Speed: Up to 290 km/h (180 mph) – unmatched in its era
Weight: Around 1,117 kg (2,463 lbs)
Chassis: Lightweight Elektron magnesium-alloy body over a tubular spaceframe
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Braking System: Inboard-mounted drum brakes for reduced unsprung mass
Acceleration: 0 to 100 km/h (0–62 mph) in approximately 6.5 seconds
This video captures the Uhlenhaut Coupé’s signature high-revving exhaust note, with no music or narration – just pure engine sound. With only two units ever built, the 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé is considered not only one of the most iconic race cars of all time but also the most valuable car ever sold, fetching €135 million (approx. \$143 million USD) at auction in 2022.
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