When it comes to 21st-century hypercars, the McLaren-Mercedes SLR really is the runt of the litter, isn’t it? The unloved child. The XJ220 of the 2000s – maybe that’s a little harsh. Not a little harsh, very harsh. Because we love the SLR. Finally, 20 years on, it’s getting the love it deserves, not least from its creators.
The McLaren‑Mercedes SLR is still underrated at 20 years old
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