1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL Roadster
- Engine
- 1.9L inline-four, dual Solex carburetors, 120 hp
- Colour
- Graphite grey
A 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL roadster finished in factory-correct Graphite Grey over red vinyl, a model conceived at the suggestion of American importer Max Hoffman and introduced at the 1954 New York Auto Show. The car has been comprehensively restored to a high standard and is accompanied by its original hardtop. Notable features include a rare rear parcel-shelf child seat. Acquired by its present owner in 2015, the car has received regular mechanical attention and remains garage-kept in excellent condition.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold US$190,400
- 2015 →Acquisition unknownCurrent vendorpartial documentation
Owner has maintained the car diligently, including brake, fuel system, and cooling work. Vehicle kept garaged and covered throughout their tenure.
Competition
No competition history extracted from the catalogue.
Maintenance & restoration
- 2015Mechanical
Brake booster and master cylinder were rebuilt; seatbelts were newly installed shortly after the current owner acquired the car.
- 2023Mechanical
Both carburetors and the fuel pump were rebuilt; front wheel cylinders replaced; new radiator main hoses fitted; windshield washer reservoir bag renewed; oil and filter changed within the last 60 miles prior to cataloguing.
Work carried out in spring 2023.
- —Restoration
Full restoration to concours standard in factory Graphite Grey with red vinyl interior; the original hardtop was also restored to the same level.
Restoration is described as preceding or coinciding with the current ownership period from 2015.
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