2022 |
Amelia Island Auction 20221954 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing
Register to BidSOLD $1,600,000
Estimate
$1,100,000 - $1,300,000
Chassis
198.040.4500090
Engine
198.980.4500078
Car Highlights
An Early Production Gullwing with Known Ownership Since New
Retains Original Engine per Copy of Factory Build Record
Purchased New by Financier and Philanthropist William A.M. Burden II
Restored by the Renowned Paul Russell and Company for the Grandson of the Original Owner
Part of a Respected Collection of Historic Competition and Performance Cars for 23 Years
Technical Specs
2,996 CC SOHC Inline Six-Cylinder Engine
Bosch Mechanical Fuel Injection
Estimated 240 BHP at 5,800 RPM
4-Speed Manual Gearbox
4-Wheel Servo-Assisted Hydraulic Drum Brakes
Front Independent Double-Wishbone Suspension with Coil Springs
Rear Independent Swing-Axle Suspension with Coil Springs