2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren

Introduced in 2003, the SLR represents a spiritual throw-back to the immortal 300SL of 1954-1963. Developed jointly between McLaren and Mercedes, the SLR utilizes the carbon fiber construction, front-mid engine, rear wheel drive. Power comes from a 5439 cc super-charged SOHC V-8, all aluminum with 3 valves per cylinder with dry-sump lubrication. A Lysholm twin screw super-charger provides 617 BHP. Other remarkable technical features include Sensotronic "brake by wire" system with carbon-ceramic discs and an automatic air brake. 1,150 production run...one of the world's finest modern supercars.

Specs:

• 617 tsp, Twin Screw Super-Charger, 5.4 Liter

• 575 ft-lbs torque

• 5-Speed Automatic

• 3 valves per cylinder

• 4-Wheel Coil Spring Independent Suspension

• Brakes: Brake-by-wire ceramic discs

• Rear Spoiler Automatic Air Brake

• Engine Position: Front Mid

• 0-60 in 3.2 Sec, Top Speed of 209 MPH

• Curb Weight of 3,900 lbs

• Wheel Base: 106"

• Total Production: 1,151