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W198
By the late 1950s, open-top two-seaters were so popular that Mercedes-Benz decided to convert the 300 SL (W198). In spring 1957 the legendary "Gullwing" was succeeded by the 300 SL Roadster, thus bringing the thrill of open-top driving to the range of high performance sports cars. Equipped with a new rear axle design, this model boasted state-of-art handling characteristics and in 1961 became the first Mercedes production car to be given disc brakes on all four wheels.
Concealed beneath the stylish bodywork, the space frame remained the roadster's loadbearing structure, although it featured a number of modifications. Lower at the sides, the new frame design now made conventional front-hinged doors possible. This not only made getting into and out of the car easier, it was also a key design prerequisite for any open top vehicle. Thanks to the frame's flatter rear-end and a redesigned fuel reservoir, the spare wheel was now stowed underfloor and the area beneath the boot lid could properly be called a boot. The soft top was easy to operate and was stowed under a purpose-built hatch behind the seats when not required.
From late 1958 Mercedes also optionally supplied an elegant and easy-to-fit hardtop to use when the weather turned colder. In 1957 a slimmed-down version of the 300 SL Roadster , the 300 SLS, made a number of headline grabbing appearances when Paul O'Shea won Class D of the American Sports Car Championship by a convincing cart.
Zoute Concours d'Elegance
The Royal Zoute Golf Club
Zoute Grand Prix 2016
Knokke - Belgium
Oktober 2016
Unfortunately parked in a horrible place for photoshoot (look at it, it's full of nasty reflections!), but it's a really outrageous car... I mean, we're speaking of a V12-engined car producing 745 BHP and 1000 Nm of torque here!
R107
4.986 cc
V8
320 bhp
Class XIII : Special Display Classes
Zoute Concours d'Elegance
The Royal Zoute Golf Club
Zoute Grand Prix 2017
Knokke - Zoute
België - Belgium
October 2017
W198
1954 - 1957
2.996 cc
6 in-line
215 hp @ 5.800 rpm
1.310 kg
Museo Mille Miglia
Brescia
Italy - Italia
February 2019
W121
Class XIII : Special Display Classes
Zoute Concours d'Elegance
The Royal Zoute Golf Club
Zoute Grand Prix 2017
Knokke - Zoute
België - Belgium
October 2017
W198
By the late 1950s, open-top two-seaters were so popular that Mercedes-Benz decided to convert the 300 SL (W198). In spring 1957 the legendary "Gullwing" was succeeded by the 300 SL Roadster, thus bringing the thrill of open-top driving to the range of high performance sports cars. Equipped with a new rear axle design, this model boasted state-of-art handling characteristics and in 1961 became the first Mercedes production car to be given disc brakes on all four wheels.
Concealed beneath the stylish bodywork, the space frame remained the roadster's loadbearing structure, although it featured a number of modifications. Lower at the sides, the new frame design now made conventional front-hinged doors possible. This not only made getting into and out of the car easier, it was also a key design prerequisite for any open top vehicle. Thanks to the frame's flatter rear-end and a redesigned fuel reservoir, the spare wheel was now stowed underfloor and the area beneath the boot lid could properly be called a boot. The soft top was easy to operate and was stowed under a purpose-built hatch behind the seats when not required.
From late 1958 Mercedes also optionally supplied an elegant and easy-to-fit hardtop to use when the weather turned colder. In 1957 a slimmed-down version of the 300 SL Roadster , the 300 SLS, made a number of headline grabbing appearances when Paul O'Shea won Class D of the American Sports Car Championship by a convincing cart.
Zoute Concours d'Elegance
The Royal Zoute Golf Club
Zoute Grand Prix 2016
Knokke - Belgium
Oktober 2016
R231
2.996 cc
6 Cylinder
367 hp
0-100 km/h : 4,9 sec
Mercedes-Benz World at Brooklands
Weybridge
United Kingdom
December 2018
R230
Bonhams : the Zoute Sale
Estimated : € 260.000 - 320.000
Sold for € 270.250
Zoute Grand Prix 2018
Knokke - Zoute
België - Belgium
October 2018
'For anyone wishing to give their Mercedes that extra personal touch, Mercedes-AMG GmbH has just the answers. The Daimler-Chrysler subsidiary offers the combined experience of Mercedes-Benz and AMG in the field of high-quality enhancements for Mercedes-Benz passenger cars and puts the emphasis firmly on individuality when creating the customer's dream Mercedes.' - Mercedes-AMG GmbH.
AMG, which is now the official performance division of Mercedes-Benz, has a long history of producing high-performance derivatives of Mercedes' standard production vehicles, and these improved versions enjoy an enthusiastic following world-wide, with prominent figures of the motor sports, entertainment, sport and business communities being counted among aficionados.
Offered here is a beautiful SL65 AMG Black Series, the third of this evocatively titled and exclusive limited-edition family that had begun with SLK55 of 2006. Intended as even more highly developed versions of Mercedes-Benz's AMG performance models, the Black Series consists of two-seater fixed-head coupé designs only. In the case of the SL65, this meant abandoning the 'ordinary' version's folding metal hardtop in favour of a fixed carbon fibre roof, which also made room for the Black Series' retractable rear spoiler. This insane SL was pushing the boundaries of the AMG badge to the max. This version was developed in the newly created AMG Performance Studio which was a division of AMG, showcasing the cars their newly devised department could create, with an 'Anything is Possible' attitude. The 'SL65 Black Series' was the pinnacle of this ethos.
The SL65 AMG Black Series was unveiled at Monterey in 2008. The base-car SL65 AMG's 6.0-litre V12 engine was retained for the Black Series but received larger turbochargers, a bigger inter-cooler, a new exhaust system, and a suitably remapped ECU, resulting in an increase in maximum power to 670bhp (approximately a 10% improvement over the stock SL65 AMG) while torque went up to a mighty 737lb/ft, delivered between 2,200 and 4,200 revs. AMG's engineers not only increased engine output but also trimmed 250kg (550lb) off the car's all-up weight courtesy of additional carbon fibre panels, further improving the power-to-weight ratio. The result was a 0-100km/h time of 3.8 seconds, while top speed was electronically limited to 320km/h.
The extraordinary engine specifications made the SL 65 AMG Black Series the most powerful AMG model at the time! This stupendous performance reached the road via AMG's Speedshift Plus multi-mode five-speed automatic gearbox. As one would expect, given the Black Series raison d'être, the chassis too underwent considerable modification, featuring quicker steering, wider front and rear track, and redesigned suspension in the interests of enhanced roadholding and controllability. Mercedes-Benz recognised that many Black Series customers would wish to enjoy their cars on the racetrack (where else could one safely enjoy its performance to the full?) and thoughtfully made the multi-link rear suspension adjustable. The SL65 AMG Black Series rolled on AMG light-alloy wheels - 19.5" at the front, 20" at the rear - while stopping power was provided by 6-pot callipers at the front, 4-pot at the rear. Only 350 of these amazing cars were made, and all found customers despite a stratospheric asking price of €330,000 without options.
Still the most powerful standard road-going Mercedes-Benz AMG to date, this pristine example has covered a mere 6,300 kilometres from new and is finished in arguably the best colour combination of silver with black interior (as one can imagine, most are black!). One of only approximately 175 examples destined for Europe (most went to the USA or Asia), it is one of only 5 delivered new to France.
Delivered in September 2009, the car has been well maintained and is presented in excellent 'as new' condition, as one would expect from its low odometer reading. The accompanying maintenance history printout records services at Mercedes-Benz Paris in 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016 and in August 2018, the latter at 6,318 kilometres. This car also comes equipped with every conceivable option, the very embodiment of the phrase 'fully loaded' (detailed specification available). Offered with all books and tools, it represents a possibly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire one of these fabulous limited-edition supercars, the like of which Mercedes most probably will never produce again – an incredible aggressive looking beast!
$ 135,000.00 / 19 inch Rims / Keyless-Go
Emil Jellink - founder of Mercedes
Mercedes Jellink - daughter of Emil Jellinek
The name Mercedes came form Emil Jellinek daughters name Mercedes. Emill Jellinek was working with Gottlieb Damiler in racing car production. Brand name Mercedes is today best known via three pointed star symbol wich reperesnts Emill wish to bulid motors wich can be used on wather, land and air. Mercedes benz emblem was latter combined with Benz laurel wreath, symbol of victory and glory, in 1926.
R230
5.980 cc
V12
670 pk
1.000 Nm
Vmax : 320 km/h.
Expo : AMG 50th Anniversary
09/09/2017 - 01/10/2017
Autoworld
Brussels - Belgium
August 2017
W198
By the late 1950s, open-top two-seaters were so popular that Mercedes-Benz decided to convert the 300 SL (W198). In spring 1957 the legendary "Gullwing" was succeeded by the 300 SL Roadster, thus bringing the thrill of open-top driving to the range of high performance sports cars. Equipped with a new rear axle design, this model boasted state-of-art handling characteristics and in 1961 became the first Mercedes production car to be given disc brakes on all four wheels.
Concealed beneath the stylish bodywork, the space frame remained the roadster's loadbearing structure, although it featured a number of modifications. Lower at the sides, the new frame design now made conventional front-hinged doors possible. This not only made getting into and out of the car easier, it was also a key design prerequisite for any open top vehicle. Thanks to the frame's flatter rear-end and a redesigned fuel reservoir, the spare wheel was now stowed underfloor and the area beneath the boot lid could properly be called a boot. The soft top was easy to operate and was stowed under a purpose-built hatch behind the seats when not required.
From late 1958 Mercedes also optionally supplied an elegant and easy-to-fit hardtop to use when the weather turned colder. In 1957 a slimmed-down version of the 300 SL Roadster , the 300 SLS, made a number of headline grabbing appearances when Paul O'Shea won Class D of the American Sports Car Championship by a convincing cart.
Zoute Concours d'Elegance
The Royal Zoute Golf Club
Zoute Grand Prix 2016
Knokke - Belgium
Oktober 2016
R230
5.980 cc
V12
670 pk
1.000 Nm
Vmax : 320 km/h.
Expo : AMG 50th Anniversary
09/09/2017 - 01/10/2017
Autoworld
Brussels - Belgium
August 2017
First prototype of 5 pre-series prototypes
Salon Retromobile 2016
Paris Expo - Porte de Versailles
Paris - France
Februari 2016
W113
Sportscars of the 60's
Concours d'Elégance Paleis Het Loo 2016
Apeldoorn
Nederland - Netherlands
July 2016
Car: Mercedes-Benz 300SL-24.
Engine: 2960cc in-line 6.
Power: 187 BHP.
Year of manufacture: 1992.
Date of first registration in the UK: 19th May 1992.
Place of registration: Not known.
Date of last MOT: 14th December 2023.
Mileage at last MOT: 63,097.
Date of last V5 issued: 16th May 2013.
Date taken: 1st June 2024.
W198-II
2.996 cc
6 In-line
215 pk
Van Mossel Museum
Jan Vestersstraat 1
Waalwijk
Nederland - Netherlands
May 2024
R107
Aguttes
Autoworld - Auction & Motion
Estimated : € 15.000 - 25.000
Sold for € 20.847
Autoworld
Brussels - Belgium
October 2025
In 1971, Mercedes-Benz announced the replacement of the SL Pagoda range: the new model would be known as the ‘R107’ and would combine ultimate comfort with the now essential safety features. The 280 SL version, which this model belongs to, heralded the return of the 6-cylinder engine and was unveiled to the public in mid-1974 to meet the demands of a clientele concerned about fuel consumption.
This model is a European version delivered in this elegant Astral Silver colour, which we can trace back to 1991 in the Hérault region. It then passed into the hands of an enthusiast in the Gard region, before returning to the Hérault in 2016 and joining the current owner’s collection. Today, it is in very satisfactory condition: the paintwork, which was redone many years ago, remains free of any notable defects, as does the original upholstery. It should be noted that the hard top is still present and in excellent condition.
Our test drive revealed no particular problems. In early 2024, nearly €4,000 were invested in a major overhaul; as the car has not been driven much since then, a routine service may be worth considering. Offered at a very attractive estimate, this 280 SL is now the perfect purchase for an aspiring collector looking to add a convertible to their garage that is just as comfortable in summer as it is in winter!
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W198
IAA Heritage by Motorworld
IAA 2019
Internationale Automobil Ausstellung
Frankfurt
Duitsland - Germany
September 2019
W198
2.996 cc
6 In-line
215 pk
Van Mossel Museum
Jan Vestersstraat 1
Waalwijk
Nederland - Netherlands
May 2024
W113
RM Sotheby's
Place Vauban
Parijs - Paris
Frankrijk - France
February 2020
Estimated : € 60.000 - 80.000
Sold for € 62.100
Produced in August of 1969, this 280 SL was sold new to the U.S. and remained there for most of its life, allegedly passing through just two owners there, with the second owning it for thirty years. In 2011 the car had a full repaint in its current shade of dark red, and the engine was fully rebuilt at 27,000 miles. The following year it was exported to the UK from California following a light recommissioning. Importantly, the car is fitted with the automatic transmission and comes supplied with both its soft top and the iconic ‘Pagoda’ hard top. Furthermore, it is equipped with air conditioning, power windows, a modern Sony stereo, and colour-coded seat belts.
Just as fashionable today as it was fifty years ago, the W113-generation 280 SLs have proven to be an enduring Mercedes-Benz icon, second to only the first-generation ancestors, the 300 SL Gullwings and Roadsters. Paul Barcq’s styling created a car that was sophisticated and timeless, perfectly matched to the top-of-the-range 280 SL engine. More than capable of handling duties as a warm-weather daily driver, the 280 SL will surely remain popular for the next fifty years or more.
W198
For many, this is the first true supercar. Originally, it was a pure racing car - type name SLR - of which only 10 were built in 1952. Between 1955 and 1957, 1.400 Gullwings were produced : it was the first production car with fuel injection. A key feature was its extremely rigid construction thanks to a tubular chassis. What captures the imagination most are the gullwing doors, which inspired many nicknames. 29 ex. with aluminum bodywork were also built, resulting in a weight saving of 158 kg. The 300 SL has long been a benchmark in classic car valuation, somewhat like the gold standard.
2.996 cc
6 In-line
215 hp
Mercedes - The Story of the Star
19/09/2025 - 22/02/2026
Autoworld
Brussels - Belgium
February 2026
R129
5,4 Liter
V8
Expo : AMG 50th Anniversary
09/09/2017 - 01/10/2017
Autoworld
Brussels - Belgium
August 2017
W198-II
RM Sotheby's
Salles du Carrousel du Louvre
99 Rue de Rivoli
Parijs - Paris
Frankrijk - France
February 2023
Estimated : € 1.500.000 - 1.800.000
Sold for € 1.748.750
When the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL first broke cover in 1954, it presented a blinding vision of the future. A technological marvel, the revolutionary machine set a new performance benchmark that sent shockwaves through the automotive industry. From its bold yet beautiful aerodynamic styling to the cutting-edge mechanical fuel injection that afforded its straight-six such power, the incredible ‘Gullwing’ blew its competition out of the water. But perhaps what is most remarkable was that it achieved such performance while also proving to be one of the most elegant, chic and desirable automobiles of the decade—a car often hailed as the first true supercar.
The Gullwing quickly found favour with wealthy enthusiasts and automotive cognoscenti, but the 300 SL only fully captured the imagination of Hollywood’s elite with the arrival of the open Roadster variant in May 1957. Powered by the same 2,996-cc straight-six engine that drove the coupé, the Roadster was tuned for greater power to help offset a 125-kilogram increase in weight. The rear suspension, which in the Gullwing presented such a challenge to drivers when pushed to the limit, was modified with single-pivot trailing arms with a lower pivot point that offered more consistent handling. The car’s trademark “gullwing” doors, meanwhile, were changed to more conventional units allied with lower sills, that allowed for more a more elegant entry and exit—a must for any silver screen starlet arriving for a premier at the Egyptian Theatre.
As well as being more practical than its tin-top sibling, the 300 SL Roadster had greater longevity, remaining in production until 1963. Just 211 examples were built in 1959, among them chassis 9500070, which was destined for delivery to the United States. Finished in the deeply attractive yet rare combination of Hellblau over a Blau leather interior, the car was delivered via Studebaker-Packard of South Bend, Indiana, and was first registered in the United States on 1 March 1959. It would go on to be owned by John Hwang of Garden City, New York, and later one Sigi Benzl.
By 1985, the 300 SL Roadster is noted as having entered the stewardship of Liong Liem of Fairfield, Connecticut. While in Mr Liem’s care the car underwent a lengthy restoration by Precision Autoworks of New Jersey, with dozens of invoices on file detailing work carried out between 1986 and 1993, the sum of which amounts to more than $115,000. A further $50,000 was spent with Pennsylvania-based James Garttmeyer Automotive Services between 1994 and 1998. In 2013, while still owned by Mr Liem, the Mercedes-Benz underwent recommissioning at Vintage Motorsports, Inc. of Malvern, Pennsylvania, when it was noted that the car had been sitting for more than 12 years. Accompanying invoices from November 2013 to November 2014 outline work amounting to more than $35,000.
In 2016, the car was sold at auction prior to being bought by the consignor, who immediately commissioned a second no-expense-spared restoration that was carried out by AutoRiparazioni Stefano Coratelli and Kessel Classic in his native Switzerland. A staggering €700,000 was lavished on the 300 SL Roadster between 2016 and 2021 to bring the car to concours standard, including full restoration of the engine and all mechanical components, complete replacement of the electrical system to factory specification, and sourcing of all correct spare parts and materials. A further €49,000 of upholstery work carried out by Selleria Santarelli, including a full re-trim in Creme leather—one of four possible combinations for the 1959 model year—and replacement of the hardtop headlining with correct light grey material, perforated exactly as the original.
The car is accompanied by a factory hardtop, a full set of books, a Karl Baisch luggage set, a sales brochure, and toolkit, in addition to samples of the materials used in the restoration.
Finished to an impeccable standard, with full matching-numbers chassis, differential, hardtop, engine, gearbox, steering box, and suspension—not to mention a highly desirable and rare colour—this Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster sits comfortably among the best examples of its type.
Car: Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG Kompressor.
Engine: 5439cc V8.
Year of manufacture: 2004.
Date of first registration in the UK: 27th October 2004.
Place of registration: Not known.
Date of last MOT: 16th June 2023.
Mileage at last MOT: 129,063.
Date of last change of keeper: 22nd April 2021.
Number of previous keepers: 3.
Date taken: 23rd July 2023.
W198
For many, this is the first true supercar. Originally, it was a pure racing car - type name SLR - of which only 10 were built in 1952. Between 1955 and 1957, 1.400 Gullwings were produced : it was the first production car with fuel injection. A key feature was its extremely rigid construction thanks to a tubular chassis. What captures the imagination most are the gullwing doors, which inspired many nicknames. 29 ex. with aluminum bodywork were also built, resulting in a weight saving of 158 kg. The 300 SL has long been a benchmark in classic car valuation, somewhat like the gold standard.
2.996 cc
6 In-line
215 hp
Mercedes - The Story of the Star
19/09/2025 - 22/02/2026
Autoworld
Brussels - Belgium
February 2026
W198 II
3.096 cc
6 In-line
190 hp
Zoute Concours d'Elégance 25
Class : Steel & Speed - Post-war '50-'60
Entrant : Jan Borms
Approach Golf - Het Zoute
Zoute Grand Prix Car Week 2025
Knokke - Zoute
België - Belgium
October 2025
5.980 cc
V12
Auto / Moto : 94° European Motor Show Brussels
Autosalon Brussel
Salon de l'Auto Bruxelles
Brussels - Belgium
Januari 2016
5.980 cc
V12
Auto / Moto : 94° European Motor Show Brussels
Autosalon Brussel
Salon de l'Auto Bruxelles
Brussels - Belgium
Januari 2016
W198
2.996 cc
6 in-line
215 PS
Vmax : 235 - 260 km/h
Techno Classica 2019
Essen
Deutschland - Germany
April 2019