2023 |
Estate of Mark Smith Auction1934 Mercedes-Benz 500 K Offener Tourenwagen
Coachwork by Sindelfingen
SOLD $857,500
Estimate
$1,250,000 - $1,750,000| Without Reserve
Chassis
105355
Engine
105355 / Body No. 81404
Car Highlights
Among the Last Unrestored Supercharged Eight-Cylinder Mercedes
One of Five Surviving Examples of This Style on the 500 K Chassis
Retained in Single Family Ownership for Approximately 50 Years
Displayed at the Pebble Beach and Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance
Technical Specs
5,018 CC OHV Inline 8-Cylinder Engine
Single Updraft Carburetor
Roots-Type Supercharger
160 BHP at 3,400 RPM (with Supercharger Engaged)
4-Speed Manual Gearbox
4-Wheel Vacuum-Assisted Hydraulic Drum Brakes
Front Independent Double-Wishbone Suspension with Coil Springs
Rear Swing-Axle Suspension with Coil Springs
Saleroom Addendum
Please note that this vehicle is titled 1936 and as U105355.