A meticulously crafted re-creation of the legendary 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR is set to go under the hammer at the upcoming Henderson Collector Motor Series Auction, taking place Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum.
The vehicle, bearing chassis number 02221153A, represents a faithful tribute to one of the most iconic race cars in motorsport history. Originally engineered by Rudolf Uhlenhaut, the 300 SLR is best known for its domination in the 1955 World Sportscar Championship, driven by legends such as Stirling Moss and Juan Manuel Fangio.
While not an original factory example—of which only nine were ever built—this re-creation captures the essence of the 300 SLR’s groundbreaking design. From its swooping bodywork and exposed side exhaust to its hand-formed aluminum panels and lightweight tubular spaceframe chassis, the car is a stunning visual and mechanical homage to Mercedes-Benz’s golden racing era.
The 300 SLR re-creation is expected to draw significant attention from collectors and racing enthusiasts alike. Vehicles of this quality, built to the exacting standards of the original with period-correct details, are becoming increasingly rare in the market. Often commissioned by private enthusiasts or niche restoration outfits, these builds can take years to complete and command premium auction results.
Henderson Auction’s Collector Motor Series sale will be held at the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum on Saturday, May 3, 2025 starting at 6:30pm. The Barber Museum and racing facilities have welcomed millions of hardcore vintage car and motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world making this venue the perfect backdrop to showcase your vehicles. We are excited that our May 3, 2025, auction will be held during the Children’s of Alabama INDY GRAND PRIX this year!