1956 Mercedes-Benz 190SL

VIN: 1210426503600

$118,800

Sold

Seller details

  • Auction

    Mecum Auctions

  • Location

    Anaheim, CA; US

  • Event date

    Nov 13 - Nov 15, 2014

Vehicle specs

  • Chassis/VIN

    1210426503600

  • Body style

    Convertible

  • Odometer

    70577 M

  • Transmission type

    Standard

  • Engine Type

    L4

  • Horsepower

    105

  • Induction

    2x2

  • Interior Color

    Saddle vinyl

  • Exterior Color

    Ivory

  • Generation

    1955-1963 Mercedes-Benz 190SL

Vehicle details

Notes and observations recorded by Hagerty staff.

Equipment

Becker radio, power brakes, hubcaps, trim rings, narrow whitewall Milestar radial tires.

Condition

Fair old repaint, good interior and top Fair chrome Mikuni carbs on an unusual intake manifold Orderly engine with a small coolant pool on the side cover Engine compartment generously coated with matte black over little or no prep Dull gauge faces Frayed old window felts Not an attractive car, prepared for the auction to look good under the lights

Market commentary

190SL values are hard to understand, an observation never more apparent than with this mediocre 190SL. It keeps coming back to alternate uses of money: how much would this price buy in a Corvette, or a 4 speed K code Mustang convertible Money left over is the answer. It is inexplicable, except for the fad driven fascination, although this is appropriate money in todays market for a 190SL in comparable condition.