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TWO OWNERS AND JUST OVER 15,000 MILES FROM NEW
1957 MERCEDES-BENZ 300 SL ROADSTER
Chassis No. 7500118
Engine No. 198 980 7500134
Silver with red leather interior
Engine: six cylinder, in line, 2,996cc, 240bhp at 6,100rpm; Gearbox: 4-speed manual; Suspension: independent front and rear; Brakes: hydraulic drums. Left hand drive.
Mercedes bounced back from war time ruin with a sports car in the early 1950s called the SL - 'SL' for Super Light. The first 300 SL race cars were victorious whenever they competed, including in Carrera Panamerica road races in Mexico and in European road racing. Production of the 300 SL began in 1954 in Gullwing coupe form only. In 1957, a roadster was finally offered as a companion model and the Gullwing was soon phased out.
The roadster's lines recalled the famed straight eight powered 300 SLR race car. The first 300 SL Roadsters brought to America were successful in racing - Paul O'Shea won a SCCA class championship with one. In contrast to the Gullwing coupe, the Roadster had the low pivot rear suspension that made it far more comfortable and enjoyable to drive, especially when driven to the limit.
The 300 SL on offer here is reported to have 15,000 miles from new, and appears to be in lovely condition. It was delivered directly to its first owner in Los Angeles where it was subsequently shipped to his home in Oahu, Hawaii. While in Oahu, the roadster was used sparingly and kept in a temperature controlled garage. It remained there under the care of its first owner until 1988 when it was brought back to Southern California for a complete engine overhaul at Slemons Mercedes of Newport Beach. The vendor states that the roadster is in fine running order.
Within the long history of Mercedes, the 300 SL Roadster is viewed as one of the best styled, designed and engineered products to come from Stuttgart. The 300 SL model was produced for only six years with total production at less than $2,000. So many of the examples that have survived have been fully restored. The original owner, recognizing the importance and rarity of the condition of this roadster, treated it accordingly, resulting in the rare example on offer here. In addition to the nearly impossible to find wheel balances on the car, this 300 SL is fitted with the optional Becker Mexico radio, as well as both hard and soft tops.
1957 MERCEDES-BENZ 300 SL ROADSTER
Chassis No. 7500118
Engine No. 198 980 7500134
Silver with red leather interior
Engine: six cylinder, in line, 2,996cc, 240bhp at 6,100rpm; Gearbox: 4-speed manual; Suspension: independent front and rear; Brakes: hydraulic drums. Left hand drive.
Mercedes bounced back from war time ruin with a sports car in the early 1950s called the SL - 'SL' for Super Light. The first 300 SL race cars were victorious whenever they competed, including in Carrera Panamerica road races in Mexico and in European road racing. Production of the 300 SL began in 1954 in Gullwing coupe form only. In 1957, a roadster was finally offered as a companion model and the Gullwing was soon phased out.
The roadster's lines recalled the famed straight eight powered 300 SLR race car. The first 300 SL Roadsters brought to America were successful in racing - Paul O'Shea won a SCCA class championship with one. In contrast to the Gullwing coupe, the Roadster had the low pivot rear suspension that made it far more comfortable and enjoyable to drive, especially when driven to the limit.
The 300 SL on offer here is reported to have 15,000 miles from new, and appears to be in lovely condition. It was delivered directly to its first owner in Los Angeles where it was subsequently shipped to his home in Oahu, Hawaii. While in Oahu, the roadster was used sparingly and kept in a temperature controlled garage. It remained there under the care of its first owner until 1988 when it was brought back to Southern California for a complete engine overhaul at Slemons Mercedes of Newport Beach. The vendor states that the roadster is in fine running order.
Within the long history of Mercedes, the 300 SL Roadster is viewed as one of the best styled, designed and engineered products to come from Stuttgart. The 300 SL model was produced for only six years with total production at less than $2,000. So many of the examples that have survived have been fully restored. The original owner, recognizing the importance and rarity of the condition of this roadster, treated it accordingly, resulting in the rare example on offer here. In addition to the nearly impossible to find wheel balances on the car, this 300 SL is fitted with the optional Becker Mexico radio, as well as both hard and soft tops.
Sale room notice
Please note that the brakes pull to the left and the gear selection is difficult due to a worn bushing, we believe. The vendor will fix this at his own expense in his own workshop.
Also, please note that the car has a 3-speed gearbox not a 4-speed as stated in the catalogue.
Also, please note that the car has a 3-speed gearbox not a 4-speed as stated in the catalogue.