2026 |
Amelia Island Auctions1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing
SOLD $2,012,500
Estimate
$2,000,000 - $2,400,000
Chassis
198.040.7500075
Engine
198.980.7500031
Car Highlights
Extremely Late-Production Gullwing; The 1,396th of 1,400 Built
Stunningly Finished in Dunkelblau (Dark Blue, DB 904) over Red Leather
Show-Quality Restoration Performed by Legendary Motorcar Company
Retains Matching-Numbers Engine per Factory Build Record
A Particularly Elegant and Sporting Presentation
Technical Specs
2,996 CC SOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
Bosch Mechanical Fuel Injection
220 BHP at 5,800 RPM
4-Speed Manual Gearbox
4-Wheel Servo-Assisted Hydraulic Drum Brakes
Front Independent Suspension with Coil Springs
Rear Independent Swing-Axle Suspension with Coil Springs
Saleroom Addendum
Please note that the provenance listed in the Gullwing Registry stating that this vehicle was sold to Italy in 1994 is believed to be incorrect. Please also note that this vehicle is accompanied by a recent inspection report from the Mercedes-Benz Classic Center confirming that the car retains its matching-numbers chassis, engine, axles, and body, all correlating with its original build. The gearbox is not original to the car but is an authentic 300 SL unit from a 1957 300 SL Roadster. The inspection report is available for review in the vehicle’s history file in the Archives, or by contacting a specialist.


