Mercedes-Benz Shows Off Rare CLK GTR Duo in Lake Como
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Mercedes-BenzClassic brought motorsport heritage to new heights atFuoriConcorso 2025on the shores of Lake Como, dramatically craning three legendary machines into the gardens of Villa del Grumello. Among them: a 1997 CLK GTR race car and its ultra-rare road-going counterpart, joined by a 1990 C 11 Group C racer.
The event, held from May 24 to 25, marked a rare public reunion of two icons from the Silver Arrows' golden era. The CLK GTR, which clinched the 1997 FIA GT Championship, appeared alongside its street-legal sibling — one of only 20 coupés ever built — making it a highlight of the exclusive gathering. The street version boasts a 612 hp V12 and is part of The Loh Collection.
These rare beasts also share Italian ties: the C 11 debuted with a one-two finish at Monza in 1990, while the CLK GTR raced to second at Mugello in 1997. Both machines earned championship titles in their respective seasons. Mercedes-Benz CEO of Heritage Marcus Breitschwerdt joined panel discussions on motorsport history at nearby Villa Sucota, reinforcing the brand's deep roots in racing and its lasting cultural resonance.
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