Mercedes-Benz Shows Off Rare CLK GTR Duo in Lake Como
During FuoriConcorso 2025.
Summary
- Mercedes-Benz showcased a rare pairing of the CLK GTR race car and its road-going version at FuoriConcorso 2025 on Lake Como
- Both vehicles were craned into the gardens of Villa del Grumello, joined by a 1990 C 11 Group C car
- The 1997 CLK GTR won the FIA GT title; only 20 road-going coupés were made, one shown from The Loh Collection
Mercedes-Benz Classic brought motorsport heritage to new heights at FuoriConcorso 2025 on 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.
