1961 Mercedes-Benz 300SL

VIN: 1980421

$935,000

Sold

Seller details

  • Auction

    RM Auctions

  • Location

    Ft. Worth, TX; US

  • Event date

    Apr 27, 2013

  • Lot

    114

Vehicle specs

  • Chassis/VIN

    1980421

  • Body style

    Roadster

  • Odometer

    50598 K

  • Engine Type

    I6

  • Horsepower

    240

  • Induction

    FI

  • Interior Color

    Dark Gray

  • Exterior Color

    Black

  • Generation

    1954-1964 Mercedes-Benz 300SL

Vehicle details

Notes and observations recorded by Hagerty staff.

Equipment

Polished alloy wheels, radial blackwall tires, air conditioning, alternator and Euro lights added, disc brakes.

Condition

#3 Good

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

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Good paint, chrome and interior. Sharp and orderly underhood with a little extra chrome. Upholstery, chassis and engine show some use. The A/C installation is subtle and unobtrusive. A classy, fast and versatile tour car.

Market commentary

There seems to be no end of fascination with the 300SL, but this is a hefty price to pay for one even so well presented and thoughtfully modified for better function. It would not have been anything more than a sound value at the low estimate and is expensive at this price.

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