Lot 12

1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing

From The Thomas H. Larsen Collection

Register to Bid

SOLD $1,545,000

Estimate

$1,200,000 - $1,500,000| Without Reserve

Chassis

198.040.5500656

Engine

198.980.5500704

Car Highlights

German-Delivery Example Finished in Stunning Black over Oxblood Leather

Retains Matching-Numbers Engine per Copy of Factory Build Record

Significant Restoration Work by the Respected 300 SL Authorities Bob Platz and Canepa Design

Veteran of Multiple Colorado Grand Rallies and Numerous Concours d’Elegance

Accompanied by Substantial History File, Tool Kit, Manuals, Awards, and Fitted Luggage

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

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