1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing

VIN: 1980405500354

$1,458,000

Sold

1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing

Seller details

  • Auction

    Mecum Auctions

  • Location

    Monterey, CA; US

  • Event date

    Aug 14 - Aug 16, 2014

  • Lot

    S188

Vehicle specs

  • Chassis/VIN

    1980405500354

  • Body style

    Coupe

  • Odometer

    7544 M

  • Engine Type

    I6

  • Horsepower

    240

  • Induction

    FI

  • Interior Color

    Dark Red

  • Exterior Color

    Silver

  • Generation

    1954-1964 Mercedes-Benz 300SL

Vehicle details

Notes and observations recorded by Hagerty staff.

Equipment

Hinged steering wheel, body color Rudge centerlock wheels, Vredestein tires, luggage, Becker Le Mans radio.

Condition

#2 Excellent

Could win a regional car show. Drives like new.

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Fully restored with polished intake runners. Excellent paint, chrome and interior. Very clean and orderly, showing no appreciable use.

Market commentary

A sharp and correct Gullwing with Rudge wheels from the factory, documented with the build sheet. Bought appropriately and a car to be proud to own and drive at this price.

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