1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL ‘Gullwing’ Collection Guido Hommel - A lifetime dedicated to automobileGerman title Chassis no.

198.040 5500620
Engine no.

198.980 5500660
Body no.

198.040 5500600- Fully documented history since leaving the factory by Eric Lemoine
- One of approximately 400 cars supplied new with Rudge wheels, optional fitted suitcase-
- Original engine and colour
- In the Hommel collection for 27 years
- Purchased directly from Mercedes-Benz Classic in Felbach
- Has taken part three times in the Mille Miglia Storica
 
Previously owned by the famous racing driver Klaus Ludwig
 
Of the 1400 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwings built, few can lay claim to a history file allowing each period in its life to be retraced so accurately.

It was for this precise reason that, following much patient research, Guido Hommel bought chassis 5500620 from Mercedes-Benz Classic at Fellbach in 1999.
The assembly of this car was completed on 10 August 1955 and six days later, it headed for the por...