Mercedes-Benz · Chassis W25 · 1934-1937
The W25 —
The Silver Arrow Legend
The W25 Mercedes-Benz Silver Arrow represents the pinnacle of 1930s Grand Prix engineering and dominance. This iconic racing machine defined an era of motorsport excellence and technological innovation.
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Production
144units
Years
1934-1937
Variants
3body
Collector Index
9.8/ 10
Chassis overview
The W25 features a supercharged 8-cylinder engine producing over 400 horsepower in its most potent configuration. Revolutionary suspension geometry and streamlined aluminum bodywork made it the most competitive racing machine of its generation.
Key specifications
Platform
W25
Body styles
Racing
Engine range
8-cylinder supercharged 3.4L-3.99L producing 400-430 hp
Top variant
W25 Grand Prix Competition Model
Transmission
Manual 4-speed
Successor
W125
Collector notes
Original W25 examples command museum-level valuations, with surviving examples representing irreplaceable automotive history. These machines represent the highest echelon of pre-war Mercedes-Benz racing pedigree and collectibility.
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