Mercedes-Benz McLaren SLR Roadster Auction Offers the Chance of a Lifetime for Holiday Gift Givers

One of a kind SLR Roadster to be auctioned in partnership with Saks Fifth Avenue suspension to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. An exclusive offering in Saks Fifth Avenue’s 2008 Holiday Catalog, Mercedes-Benz is giving shoppers the chance to own a piece of history by bidding on a Mercedes McLaren SLR Roadster suspension — among the last of this model built for the U.S. The starting bid is set at $529,500 and all additional funds raised above this amount will be donated to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Thanks and Giving(R) campaign. St. Jude is one of the world’s premier pediatric cancer research centers dedicated to finding cures for children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. St. Jude is the only pediatric cancer research center where families never pay for treatment not covered by insurance. No child is ever denied treatment because of the family’s inability to pay.

The Mercedes McLaren SLR Roadster suspension completes its limited production run with this unique SLR Roadster. Featuring a hand-built supercharged V-8 engine with 617 horsepower, retractable roof and top speed of 206 miles per hour, the SLR Roadster moves from 0 – 60 in 3.8 seconds. With special features such as carbon fiber bodywork finished in bespoke SLR Sienna Pearl metallic paint and a signature light brown leather interior, this is the only SLR in this combination destined for the United States. No other roadster brings together this level of interior detail, technology and performance. Through this exclusive auction with Saks Fifth Avenue, one passionate car enthusiast can own a piece of automotive history while supporting the lifesaving work of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, making this the perfect gift for this holiday season.