Monaco is revered as the pinnacle of Formula 1 racing, renowned for its prestige and the surprises it often delivers. This iconic race attracts teams vying to outperform each other in the principality, and drivers see winning the Monaco Grand Prix as tantamount to claiming a championship title. Mercedes, a team that has experienced success on Monte Carlo’s streets, took a significant step by unveiling their latest high-performance vehicle.
The production model of the AMG ONE was revealed on June 1, 2022. Mercedes-AMG planned to start production in late 2022, limiting it to 275 units, each priced at $2.72 million, all of which had been pre-sold. Despite receiving orders far exceeding this number, the company decided against increasing production to preserve the car’s exclusivity. Production began in August 2022, with each vehicle being meticulously hand-built by Mercedes-AMG. Deliveries were set to commence in late 2022, with the first car handed over on January 16, 2023, featuring a unique paint job inspired by the F1 W12 livery.
A year later, Mercedes made headlines again by introducing another innovative concept vehicle. On May 22, 2024, in Monaco, the German automaker unveiled the Concept Mercedes-AMG PureSpeed, with Lewis Hamilton and George Russell attending the event. This announcement underscored the brand’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of automotive design and performance. However, despite this exciting development, the Mercedes F1 team faces ongoing challenges, particularly with the uncertainty surrounding a replacement for Lewis Hamilton.
