Meet the Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe: the most expensive car in the world
Mercedes-Benz has auctioned one of the two rare original 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupes for 135 Million Euros to a private collector. Only two prototypes were built at the time, and the models were named after its creator and chief engineer, Rudolf Uhlenhaut. The coupe is considered to be one of the finest examples of automotive engineering and design by automotive experts and enthusiasts worldwide. We will be reviewing the specifications and price of the Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut coupe in Nigeria.
History and auction of the 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe
The sale of the 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé took place on May 5th at an auction held at the Mercedes-Benz Museum in cooperation with renowned auctioneer RM Sotheby’s. The invitees were among selected Mercedes-Benz customers and international collectors of cars and art, who share the corporate values of Mercedes-Benz. The 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé sold at auction was part of the non-public vehicle collection belonging to Mercedes-Benz Classic, comprising more than 1100 automobiles from the invention of the automobile in 1886 until today.
The special circumstances behind its creation, its unique design, and its innovative technology have endowed the 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé with a remarkable level of mystique that endures to this day. The design of the 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé set benchmarks that put it among the world’s most significant automotive icons – not least on account of its distinctive “gullwing” doors. Added to this is the outstanding performance delivered by its thoroughbred racing technology. Together, both have secured the 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé its acclaimed position in sports car mythology, and a very special place in the hearts of Mercedes fans around the world.
Price of the Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe
The Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe was an auction to a private collector for a whopping 135 million Euros. This made it the most valuable car of all time.
