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1958 MERCEDES 190SL 190 SL LHD EXCEPTIONAL RESTORATION For Sale

£135,000 As stated

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Price £135,000As stated
Ad Type For Sale
Category Classic Cars
Make Mercedes
Model 190
Year 1958
Mileage 750 Miles
Country United Kingdom
Region Essex
Status Trade
Listed on 30-May-2023
Ref C1166350
DATE OF MANUFACTURE: 1958 | COLOUR: Anthracite Gray Metallic DB172 | INTERIOR TRIM: Light Red 1088

WE ARE DELIGHTED TO OFFER THIS EXCEPTIONALLY RESTORED BY MARQUE SPECIALIST LEFT HAND DRIVE MERCEDES-BENZ 190SL.


THE MERCEDES-BENZ 190SL

In 1954, Mercedes displayed a concept version of the 190SL at the New York Auto show alongside the 300SL “Gullwing”. This concept came to market in 1955 as the 190SL, a more approachable, less intense sports car compared to the record-breaking 300SL 'Gullwing'. The factory offered for the causal weekend racer a Rennsport package, options of an aero screen, cut down doors which one could convert, removal of bumpers & lighten the 190SL. While the 190SL features a carbureted 1. 9 liter inline four cylinder engine compared to the 300SL's direct-injected 3 liter slant six, they share basic engine design, suspension system, and level of detail and craftsmanship that defines Mercedes-Benz.

The new engine, which shared the same bore and stroke of the 300SL, was paired with dual Solex carburetors and produced just over 100 horsepower. This powerplant was paired with a fully synchronized 4-speed transmission that sent power to the rear swing axle. The 190SL implemented the same suspension systems as the 300SL, all it be a much stable low pivot point assembly, affording it confident handling and drivability without the tail happy nature of the 300SL “Gullwing”.

The 190SL is immediately recognizable as a Mercedes, featuring dramatic curves and through yet restrained use of brightwork that defined this era of Mercedes. Many styling cues are borrowed from the 300SL “Gullwing” as well, notably the massive three-pointed star in the grille, head lamps, bumpers, dash, early 190SL bucket seats as well as 'eyebrows' over the wheels all it be finished with chrome.

While the 190SL did not quite offer the performance of other sports cars of the era, the impeccable quality and attractive styling made the 190SL a massive success- selling 25, 881 units before production ceased in 1963. Many of these models were delivered to the United States, where its driving demeanor and elegant styling were highly valued. The 190SL is an important part of the culture of small roadsters in the 1950s, as it demonstrated how luxurious the platform could be. Now much sort after & highly collectible due to its “Style & Beauty”.

THIS MOTOR VEHICLE


Total body-off restoration with every component seen or unseen restored to high standard.

Currently running superbly on Weber carburettors which can be converted for the purists by LuxClassics to the original Solex PHH44 Carburettors & other upgrades. Spare set avialable with the vehcile for conversion.

Presented in the nicest period Anthracite Gray Metallic (DB172) exterior paintwork & Light Red Leather interior complimented by Red Mohair softtop. A numbers matching car restored to a very high standard by Marque Specialist with all outer panels replaced where necessary & every sub-assembly stripped & rebuilt to exacting standard. Vehicle will come with complete run down by Lux Classics with any post restoration adjustments necessary completed.

This vehicle will represent a good acquisition opportunity for a collector, investor or first time classic car buyer as being a most desirable model reminiscent of the much valued 300SL Roadster & Gullwing coupe.

Vehicle available for viewing in the UK near Stanstead Airport on an appointment basis.

FINANCE & WARRANTY AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.
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