300 SL
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About the 300 SL
G U L L W I N G
With its iconic gullwing doors and tilt-away steering wheel, the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe, or simply the Gullwing, is the first of the legendary Super Light series.
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The curves of the sleek design are perfectly adorned with body accents and tasteful inflections of chrome. Inside you are enveloped in luxurious leather and treated to a visual spectacle of unparalleled elegance.
DESIGNED TO LAST
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LEATHER INTERIORS
The extensive leather interior of the 300 SL is meticulously made by Hemmels artisans to provide a stunning appearance and a luxurious cruising experience. The colour and texture is chosen by you.
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GLASS AND CHROME
New glass on all instruments and impeccably revitalised chrome fittings create a level of polish befitting a motorcar of this stature.
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FIT FOR THE 21ST CENTURY
The same classic look achieved with cutting-edge technology, including new paint techniques that guard against erosion. We deliver the authentic 300 SL experience, while behind the scenes everything is tailored to modern roads, journeys and drivers.
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Max Hoffman inspires the creation of the 300 SL for the American market. It was showcased at the 1954 International Motor Sports Show in New York City (along with the 190 SL) to an enthusiastic crowd.
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Rudolf Uhlenhaut engineers the unforgettable 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé, the fastest road car of the time and considered one of the earliest supercars. Only two were ever made.
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Forgoing the Gullwing doors, the 300 SL Roadster was first exhibited at the Geneva Salon in 1957. Its convertible design was made with the Californian market in mind.
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The 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé breaks records for becoming the most expensive car ever sold, at £114m.
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Max Hoffman inspires the creation of the 300 SL for the American market. It was showcased at the 1954 International Motor Sports Show in New York City (along with the 190 SL) to an enthusiastic crowd.
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Rudolf Uhlenhaut engineers the unforgettable 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé, the fastest road car of the time and considered one of the earliest supercars. Only two were ever made.
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Forgoing the Gullwing doors, the 300 SL Roadster was first exhibited at the Geneva Salon in 1957. Its convertible design was made with the Californian market in mind.
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The 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé breaks records for becoming the most expensive car ever sold, at £114m.
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Max Hoffman inspires the creation of the 300 SL for the American market. It was showcased at the 1954 International Motor Sports Show in New York City (along with the 190 SL) to an enthusiastic crowd.
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Rudolf Uhlenhaut engineers the unforgettable 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé, the fastest road car of the time and considered one of the earliest supercars. Only two were ever made.
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Forgoing the Gullwing doors, the 300 SL Roadster was first exhibited at the Geneva Salon in 1957. Its convertible design was made with the Californian market in mind.
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The 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé breaks records for becoming the most expensive car ever sold, at £114m.
beauty in every detail
S P E C I F I C A T I O N S
F E A T U R E S
W198
Six-cylinder inline
2996 cc
215 ps (158 kW; 212 hp) @5800
275 N⋅m (203 lb⋅ft) @4800
W198
Six-cylinder inline
2996 cc
215 ps (158 kW; 212 hp) @5800
275 N⋅m (203 lb⋅ft) @4800
“THE MERCEDES 300 SL GULLWING IS BOTH A CAR AND A WORK OF ART.”
RM SOTHEBY’S
