Description
This exceptionally beautiful 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster (W198) presents in its original and highly desirable exterior colour, Black/ Schwarz 40. This is a specification rarely seen today and is particularly striking on the elegant lines of the SL.
Delivered new on 16 September 1959 to Mercedes-Benz Great Britain, this example is notable as a European first-delivery car, a detail that sets it apart from many of the U. S. supplied cars on the market and enhances its desirability among collectors seeking authenticity and provenance.
Accompanying the car is an impressive and well-preserved history file, which includes the original factory order sheet, a remarkable document that traces the car back to its inception. The file also contains UK service invoices and MOT certificates up to 2009, illustrating attentive care and consistent maintenance. Such detailed documentation provides valuable reassurance of the car’s provenance and continuity, particularly for an automobile of such significance and rarity.
Between 2009 and 2010, the car benefitted from an extensive partial restoration, carried out to a very high standard and supported by invoices totalling over $250, 000. Following this work, the car spent several years in the United States (2009–2014) until it made its return to Europe.
In 2015, the 300SL was imported into Ireland, where it joined the collection of its current owner, with whom it has resided for the past eleven years. During this time, the car has been cherished, maintained, and enjoyed responsibly, contributing to its continued excellent presentation. With its rare original specification, strong history, and significant documented restoration investment, this 300SL Roadster represents a remarkable opportunity to acquire one of the most iconic and collectable sports cars of the 20th century.
