1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster

This Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster, completed on June 19, 1958, is one of just 1,858 examples built between 1957 and 1963 as the successor to the legendary “Gullwing” coupe. Delivered new in White (DB 50) with red leather upholstery (code 1088) and a black soft top (code 872), it was equipped with its matching-numbers inline-six engine (no. 198980-8500141) paired to gearbox 224. The car carried chassis number 198042-8500225 and body number A 198042-8500231, and left the factory with Bosch headlights, Continental tires mounted on KPZ wheels, and a Varta 12-volt battery. At delivery it showed just 149 kilometers, likely factory testing mileage. Combining competition-bred performance with elegant roadster styling and improved comfort over its coupe predecessor, this 300 SL represents one of the most celebrated sports cars of the postwar era, highly prized today for both its rarity and its historical significance.

In 2022, this Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster was given a new life through a comprehensive restoration by Bechtel Classic Motors in Germany. It was reborn in a striking red exterior paired with a matching red leather interior, while retaining its fully matching-numbers authenticity. In 2023, the car crossed the Atlantic to begin its second life in Texas, where it found a new owner. Today, this masterpiece presents in mint condition both mechanically and cosmetically, standing as a testament to the enduring allure and timeless engineering of the legendary 300 SL.