2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster for Sale With 7,800 MilesAutoblogKyle EdwardSun, September 27, 2026 at 3:30 PM UTCAdd us on GoogleAutoblog and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article.The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is one of the most special modern Mercedes ever built, and this Roadster is a rare, well-documented example. Owned by media personalities and reviewed by Doug DeMuro, it shows just 7,800 miles. It sits on Cars and Bids at $205,000 with four days to go.2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren RoadsterCars & BidsWhat it's worth right nowThe SLR McLaren Roadster is a genuinely valuable modern collectible. According to Classic.com and recent sales, clean SLR McLaren Roadster examples generally trade from the mid $300,000s past $450,000, though this car's Carfax fire-damage entry places it below that level despite thorough documentation.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe rarity, provenance, and low mileage support the value, tempered by the history. A rare, well-documented SLR Roadster is exactly what collectors want, but the Carfax fire entry caps the ceiling. Fair value lands at $230,000 to $340,000, with $285,000 the most likely close.2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren RoadsterCars & BidsCondition and detailsThe specification and rarity are exceptional. Finished in Crystal Laurit Silver Metallic over black, it is one of a reported 204 US-market Roadsters, powered by the hand-built M155 supercharged V8 producing 617 horsepower, with a carbon-fiber chassis, carbon-ceramic brakes, an active airbrake, and butterfly doors.2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren RoadsterCars & BidsThe provenance is genuinely notable. It is owned by This Car Pod host Nick Roshon and was recently reviewed by Doug DeMuro, with prior ownership by automotive media personalities Wayne Carini, Dennis Collins, and Tyler Hoover, and it wears fresh paint protection film and a ceramic coating.2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren RoadsterCars & BidsThe history warrants real scrutiny. The Carfax notes fire damage from a 2016 electrical fault, which the seller reports stemmed from a failed jump-start attempt and was fully repaired in 2018, with a specialist inspection documenting it as minor, though it remains a permanent notation that affects value.2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren RoadsterCars & BidsAdvertisementAdvertisementThe offerSpecificationDetailMakeMercedes-BenzModelSLR McLaren RoadsterYear2008Mileage7,800 milesEngineM155 5.4-liter supercharged V8Power617 hp and 575 lb.ft of torqueTransmission5-speed automaticDrive typeRear-wheel driveExterior colorCrystal Laurit Silver MetallicInterior colorBlackCurrent bid$205,000, with four days leftInterested in this 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster? View the listing here.What makes the SLR McLaren uniqueThe Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren was a genuinely extraordinary machine, born from a collaboration between Mercedes-Benz and McLaren and inspired by the legendary 300 SLR "Uhlenhaut Coupe" to become a Silver Arrow for the 21st century. Built on a carbon-fiber chassis with a front-mid-mounted, hand-built supercharged V8, it delivered a tsunami of torque and a biblical, side-exit-exhaust soundtrack unlike anything else. With its butterfly doors, active airbrake, and grand-touring luxury, it blended supercar drama with genuine usability in a way few cars have matched.2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren RoadsterCars & BidsThe Roadster is the rarer and, to many, more desirable body style, with far fewer built than the coupe while retaining the butterfly doors and all the drama. This example adds genuine media provenance and exceptional documentation to that rarity, making it a standout despite its Carfax notation. That combination of a hand-built supercharged V8, carbon construction, extreme rarity, and rich history is exactly what makes this SLR Roadster so special.My takeThis is a hand-built, ferociously fast, and rare grand tourer, and the appeal is a well-documented SLR McLaren Roadster with genuine media provenance. The biblical supercharged V8, the carbon chassis, the butterfly doors, the rarity, and the extensive documentation make it a standout, and the strong provenance adds real interest.AdvertisementAdvertisementFair value sits at $230,000 to $340,000, with $285,000 the most likely result, and the crux is unambiguously the Carfax fire-damage entry, which affects value despite being repaired in 2018 and documented by a specialist as minor. Before bidding, review the repair documentation and the specialist inspection thoroughly, confirm everything functions as it should, budget for the immense cost of SLR service, and get a marque-specialist inspection. Handle that, and this is a rare, dramatic, and genuinely special modern Mercedes.Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only. We are not a dealership or broker. All vehicle specifications, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice. We are not responsible for typographical errors, omissions, or the accuracy of the provided information. Please verify all details directly with the seller.Autoblog aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission.This story was originally published by Autoblog on Sep 27, 2026, where it first appeared in the Car Buying section. Add Autoblog as a Preferred Source by clicking here.