Order one now and expect to wait at least three years for this very limited production supercar.
As for South Africa, I can only say that I've never traveled among friendlier people at every level of society. It's a wonderful country to visit even if you don't have a Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren to tool around in.
Specifications:
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| Even with its staggering price tag and three year waiting list, there are reputed to be 70 firm orders on the books in Canada alone. (Photo: Mercedes-Benz Canada) |
Specifications:
- Price Range (estimated MSRP): $563,840 (350,000 euro; 433,754 USD)
- Body Type: 2-door roadster
- Layout: front engine, RWD
- Engine: 626-hp, 575 lb-ft of torque, 5.5-L, 24-valve, SOHC supercharged V8
- Transmission: 5-spd auto with manual mode
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight: 1,933 kg (4,262 lbs)
- Acceleration (0 - 100 km/h): 3.8 seconds
- Top Speed: 334 km/h (208 mph)
- Seating Capacity: 2
- Cargo Volume (trunk): 272 L (9.6 cu ft)
- Fuel Economy (combined city/hwy): 14.5 L/100 km (16 mpg)
- Warranty (mo/km): 48/80,000 comprehensive - 60/120,000 powertrain
- Direct Competitors: Bugatti Veyron; Ferrari 612 Scaglietti; Lamborghini Murciélago; Porsche Carrera GT
- Web Site: www.mercedes-benz.ca
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