1956 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing

VIN: 1980405500637

$847,000

Sold

Seller details

  • Auction

    RM Auctions

  • Location

    Phoenix, AZ; US

  • Event date

    Jan 18, 2013

  • Lot

    127

Vehicle specs

  • Chassis/VIN

    1980405500637

  • Body style

    Coupe

  • Odometer

    53968 M

  • Engine Type

    I6

  • Horsepower

    215

  • Interior Color

    Black

  • Exterior Color

    Red

  • Generation

    1954-1964 Mercedes-Benz 300SL

Vehicle details

Notes and observations recorded by Hagerty staff.

Equipment

Becker Europa AM/FM, hinged Nardi woodrim steering wheel, dual Talbot mirrors, chrome rim, body color center wheels, Michelin blackwall tires, black fitted luggage.

Condition

#3 Good

Runs and drives well. Flaws not noticeable to passersby. Most common condition.

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Cosmetically dressed up but still not done.

Market commentary

In 2004 this Gullwing sold for $211,325, and at Mecum's Monterey auction last August it changed hands at $715,500. It's covered barely 400 miles since 2004, isn't really restored, and the seller should be turning cartwheels at realizing this price.

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