1959 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster
- Engine
- 3.0L SOHC inline-six with Bosch mechanical fuel injection, 225 bhp at 5,800 rpm
- Colour
- Weissgrau (DB 158) — light grey
The 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster (chassis 198.042.109500036) is finished in its factory-original Weissgrau (DB 158) with a red leather interior, and retains matching chassis, engine, and body numbers verified against club records. Acquired in 2015 for a private collection, it received nearly $50,000 in service work at Hjeltness Restoration in San Diego. The car has participated in the Copperstate 1000 and Colorado Grand touring events and is presented with Rudge-style wheels, tools, and fitted luggage.
Ownership
- 2023-08-18Auction saleEstimate US$1,200,000 – US$1,400,000
- 2015 →Private salePrivate collection owner from 2015partial documentation
Vehicle was comprehensively serviced at Hjeltness Restoration in San Diego at a cost approaching $50,000, keeping it in both visually and mechanically excellent condition.
Competition
- —Copperstate 1000Completed
Car successfully finished the event; no specific year or driver details provided.
- —Colorado GrandCompleted
Car successfully finished the event; no specific year or driver details provided.
Maintenance & restoration
- —ServiceHjeltness Restoration
Comprehensive service work carried out to a high standard, bringing the car to strong mechanical and cosmetic condition; total expenditure was close to $50,000.
Workshop located in San Diego, California. Work undertaken during current ownership, which commenced in 2015.
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