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1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL
United Kingdom • 29 Nov 2025 • Lot 15r
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This right-hand drive 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL, still bearing its original number plate, is one of only 562 RHD units manufactured. Recently benefiting from around £12,000 of mechanical work and fitted with a new soft top, this presents an opportunity to acquire a rare example.
Condition
7
Well presented, circa £12,000 spent.
/ 10
[Transmission]
Transmission:
12104020014566
Chassis No:
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
5 BOF
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
A low mileage right hand drive example
Just had over £12,000 spent on it
Still bearing its original number plate of 5 BOF
The Mercedes-Benz 190 SL is one of the most iconic classic roadsters of the 1950s and 1960s, combining elegant design, comfort, and accessible performance.
First introduced at the 1954 New York Auto Show and produced between 1955 and 1963, the 190 SL quickly gained a reputation as a stylish yet practical alternative to its more exclusive sibling, the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing.
At its core, the 190 SL was designed for buyers who wanted the glamour and prestige of a Mercedes sports car but at a more approachable price.
Built on a shortened version of the W121 saloon platform, the car featured a 1.9-litre in-line four cylinder engine producing around 104 horsepower.
While it did not match the raw performance of the 300 SL’s six-cylinder engine, the 190 SL offered smooth handling, refined driving characteristics, and reliability that made it suitable for both c...
Points of note
£24,043
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£83,841
Median Price (Since 2020)
£261,150
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Jun 29 2012
Latest MOT Mileage
29,471 miles
Registration Date
1959-09-23
MOT History
Passed
On Jun 27 2011 with 29,471 miles
Passed
On Jun 22 2010 with 29,468 miles
Passed
On Jun 30 2009 with 29,466 miles
Passed
On Jun 19 2008 with 29,465 miles
Passed
On May 02 2007 with 29,458 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- all four tyres starting to peris
Passed
On Sep 20 2005 with 29,441 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
User Entered:
- all four tyres starting to perish
- windscreen washers weak
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