spirited automobiles : rolling art : rare classics
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Please note:
- We are not an auto dealership or broker. These offers are individual releases from a private collection. We are members of the Gullwing Group.
- These vehicles have been restored by a team of 300SL specialists with over 200 cars restored and over 40 years of experience. Their work continues to win awards including Pebble Beach and firsts at the 300SL National Convention.
- Our cars are never "over-restored", they are proper and correct to factory specifications in every aspect and detail. They are meant to be driven and fit for a private museum.
- This offer comes directly from the collection manager. Visitors welcome by invitation only.
- Click on the price to proceed to the contact form to inquire further or email us at inquiry@foxwoodcollection.org
| Category: | Classic Cars | ||
| Make: | Mercedes-Benz | Chassis Number: | 198-040-4500080 |
| Model: | 300SL Gullwing (Flügeltürer) | Body: | Coupe |
| Year: | Nov 1954 - Titled 1955 | Ext Colour: | Black |
| Int Colour: | Dark Green | ||
| Location: | British Columbia, Canada | Mileage: | Odo: 80,479 mi Actual: 5 mi |
| Condition: | Excellent | Restoration: | Proper & Correct in All Aspects |
| Telephone: | +1 (250) 532-6547 | Status: | Available |
| Email: | inquiry@foxwoodcollection.org | Listing Date: | 31-December-2009 |
Mercedes-Benz 300SL (W198) History
In terms of style, aesthetic, elegance, quality, and performance the Mercedes-Benz 300SL, tipo W198, is arguably the greatest race-based production car of the 20th century. The "Gullwing" earned its nickname from the unusual doors Mercedes-Benz used on both the racing and production versions of this car. Based on the racing models the 300SL has a tubular-steel frame that weighs just 120lbs. The frame was modified for the Roadster to accommodate the conventional doors. Driving this car is a nostalgic experience, until of course you let her go and experience the raw, beautiful power Mercedes-Benz engineered for the race track.
Our restorations have achieved the highest acclaim and earned the highest prices on the market, both at auction and in private sales.
- Combined production totalled 3,258
- 1,400 coupes from 1954-1957
- 1,858 roadsters - including two alloy competition models from 1957-1964