1960 MERCEDES-BENZ 190SL 190 SL W121 RHD FULL RESTORATION

1960 MERCEDES EBNZ 190SL RIGHT HAND DRIVE FULL RESTORATION

DATE OF MANUFACTURE 1960 | COLOUR: LIGHT GREEN METALLIC DB274 | INTERIOR TRIM: CREAM LEATHER

FIRST MANUFACTURED IN 1960 WITH ITS FIRST DELIVERY TO GREAT BRITAN. FULL COMPONENT OFF RESTORATION TO AN EXCEPTIONAL STANDARD BY MARQUE SPECIALIST

THE APPEAL

RARE RIGHT HAND DRIVE 190SL IN EXCEPTIONAL RECENT FULL RESTORATION IN PERIOD COLOUR COMBINATION

HIGHLIGHTS

• RESTORED TO AN EXCEPTIONAL STANDARD BY MARQUE SPECIALISTS

• HIGHLY COLLECTIBLE

• DELIVERY MILES

• GREEN SOFT TOP

• EVERY COMPONENT SEEN OR UNSEEN RESTORED TO A HIGH LEVEL

THIS VEHICLE

Presented in period correct LIGHT GREEN METALLIC WITH CREAM leather utilising the best materials available.

This vehicle is available for viewing in our showroom the UK on an appointment basis, and would suit an enthusiast or collector with whom this vehicle will represent a good acquisition opportunity.

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MODEL HISTORY & PRODUCTION

In 1954, Mercedes displayed a concept version of the 190SL at the New York Auto show alongside the 300SL “Gullwing”. This concept came to market in 1955 as the 190SL, a more approachable, less intense sports car compared to the record-breaking 300SL 'Gullwing'. The factory offered for the causal weekend racer a Rennsport package, options of an aero screen, cut down doors which one could convert, removal of bumpers & lighten the 190SL. While the 190SL features a carbureted 1. 9 liter inline four cylinder engine compared to the 300SL's direct-injected 3 liter slant six, they share basic engine design, suspension system, and level of detail and craftsmanship that defines Mercedes-Benz.

The new engine, which shared the same bore and stroke of the 300SL, was paired with dual Solex carburetors and produced just over 100 horsepower. This powerplant was paired with a fully synchronized 4-speed transmission that sent power to the rear swing axle. The 190SL implemented the same suspension systems as the 300SL, all it be a much stable low pivot point assembly, affording it confident handling and drivability without the tail happy nature of the 300SL “Gullwing”.

The 190SL is immediately recognizable as a Mercedes, featuring dramatic curves and through yet restrained use of brightwork that defined this era of Mercedes. Many styling cues are borrowed from the 300SL “Gullwing” as well, notably the massive three-pointed star in the grille, head lamps, bumpers, dash, early 190SL bucket seats as well as 'eyebrows' over the wheels all it be finished with chrome.

While the 190SL did not quite offer the performance of other sports cars of the era, the impeccable quality and attractive styling made the 190SL a massive success- selling 25, 881 units before production ceased in 1963. Many of these models were delivered to the United States, where its driving demeanor and elegant styling were highly valued. The 190SL is an important part of the culture of small roadsters in the 1950s, as it demonstrated how luxurious the platform could be. Now much sort after & highly collectible due to its “Style & Beauty”.