The Engineering Behind the World's Most Expensive Car Ever Sold
In short: Discover the meticulous manufacturing journey of the 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe. This documentary explores how raw materials were transformed into a hand-built racing masterpiece that eventually commanded a record-breaking price.
This sale established it as the most expensive car ever sold at that time.
The film traces the vehicle's creation from the initial selection of raw metals—including aluminum, magnesium, and steel—through the complex processes of automotive engineering required to build a legendary racing coupe.
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