£3,843,602 • £1,754,000 - £4,385,000
1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL ‘Gullwing
France • 27 Jan 2026 • Lot 33
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL 'Gullwing' boasts an exceptional history, retaining 100% of its original parts, first paint, and a low mileage of 34,255 km. Notably, it features rare sports options, has been meticulously assessed, and even returned to the same Paris address as its first owner, adding to its unique provenance and value.
Condition
8
The car is described as being in remarkable original condition with its first paint and only 34,255 km. It has undergone a complete evaluation by a specialist, confirming its originality. While it's not 'Pristine' due to its age and the presence of dust, it's very well-maintained with minimal cosmetic imperfections, deserving an 'Excellent' rating.
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Manual
Transmission:
198040-6500019
Chassis No:
Odometer:
21,285 miles
2823 HR 43
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
LHD
French titleChassis no.
198040-6500019
Engine (NSL) no.
198980-6500030Gearbox no.
924
Rear axle no.
417
Steering no.
027
Left front axle no.
027
Right front axle no.
027
- Exceptional history, specification and original condition
- Supplied with all the sports options available at the time
- 100% of numbers as when it left the factory
- First paint, 34 255 km
- NSL engine, Rudge wheels, sports springs and shock absorbers
- One of 106 cars supplied in ‘Graphitgrau’
- One of 30 cars delivered new in France (Paris)
- Supplied new to a Parisian industrialist and Olympic champion
- In the same ownership from 1961 to 2014 (53 years)
- Complete evaluation carried out in December 2025 by the specialist Dipl.-Ing..
Klaus Kukuk
- No reserve
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Points of note
£906,717
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£1,239,567
Median Price (Since 2020)
£3,843,602
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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