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The Mercedes Set To Be The Most Expensive Formula 1 Car Ever

A 1955 Mercedes W196 R Stromlinienwagen sold for 51.155 million euros at auction, making it the most expensive Formula 1 car ever sold.
The car was auctioned by RM Sotheby's on behalf of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway at the Mercedes Museum in Stuttgart, Germany.
The auction proceeds will support the museum's restoration efforts and acquisitions with a focus on U.S. History.
Marcus Breitschwerdt, head of Mercedes-Benz Heritage, described the car as 'the most beautiful race car in the world and ever.

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