1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster
- Engine
- 3.0L inline-six OHC, tilted 45°, direct fuel injection, 215 bhp at 5,800 rpm
- Colour
- Beige
The 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster (chassis 198042100002388) is one of 1,858 examples produced before the model's 1963 discontinuation. A matching-numbers car finished in beige with red leather, it retains its original paintwork and interior — an increasingly rare state of preservation. Acquired at a Munich classic car fair in 1988, the car has required virtually no remedial work during its long single ownership, presenting today with an unrestored, naturally aged character.
Ownership
- 2019-09-29Auction saleSold CHF 675,000 (≈ $743K)
- 1988 →AuctionCurrent vendorpartial documentation
Acquired at the Classic Mobil Fair in Munich's Olympiahalle. During this tenure only minor cosmetic work was carried out; the car retains its original paint and interior.
Competition
- 19521952 Mille Miglia2nd and 4th overall
This was the race-car variant's competition debut, not the specific chassis being offered.
- —Carrera Panamericanavictory
Win recorded by the racing 300 SL; no specific year or driver stated in the prose.
- —Le Mans 24 Hoursvictory
Win recorded by the racing 300 SL; no specific year or driver stated in the prose.
Maintenance & restoration
- —Bodywork
A dent in the right front wing was removed; described as the only work required since the current owner acquired the car in 1988.
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