Mercedes-Benz has officially launched the U.S.-spec SLR 722 GT. The track-only SLR 722 GT will only be available through RENNtech — the Florida-based MB tuning house owned and operated by super-tuner Hartmut Feyhl. The 722 GT will sticker for $1.2 million.
Compared to the standard SLR, the 722 GT adds an FIA spec. safety equipment, a fully adjustable suspension, full-on competition brake hardware and a no-nonsense interior. A race exhaust system also boosts the GT’s output to 670 horsepower.
Production of the Mercedes has already begun, with only 21 examples being built. In addition to the 722 GT’s 400 redesigned components, the supercar also sheds 660 pounds
According the Auto Motor und Sport, the 722 GT lapped the Nurburgring’s Nordschleife in 7 min 38 sec, making it one of the fastest road-going cars to do so. Further testing is expected to take place later this month.
