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Not Sold (Est: £790,000 - £880,000)
1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster
United Kingdom • 18 Jul 2026 • Lot 239
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
A stunning 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster restored to concours condition with a recent full engine rebuild, estimated between £790,000 - £880,000. This highly desirable classic has been meticulously prepared by DD Classics, ensuring exceptional authenticity and presentation, making it a standout example for discerning collectors.
Condition
10
The car has been restored to concours standard, with a recent full engine rebuild and meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of the restoration including panel gaps, coachwork, interior, and engine bay. It is described as one of the best 300 SL Roadsters on the market.
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Manual
Transmission:
1980427500379
Chassis No:
Odometer:
45,792 miles
764 XVJ
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Year: 1957 Make: Mercedes-Benz Model: 300 SL Roadster Registration: 764 XVJ Chassis No: 1980427500379 Odometer: 45,792 Few post-war automobiles have achieved the universal acclaim or lasting prestige of the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster.
Introduced in 1957, it represented the natural evolution of the celebrated Gullwing Coupé, offering the same exceptional engineering and exhilarating performance in a more versatile open-top configuration.
Unveiled to an enthusiastic reception, the Roadster appealed to discerning enthusiasts who sought uncompromising sporting credentials without sacrificing comfort or practicality.
Powered by Mercedes-Benz's remarkable mechanically fuel-injected 3.0 litre straight-six engine, the Roadster remained one of the fastest production cars of its day.
Beneath its elegant bodywork lay an advanced tubular spaceframe chassis, while significant revisions to the rear suspension transformed the car's handling characteristics, delivering greater stability, improv...
Points of note
£583,227
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£974,806
Median Price (Since 2020)
£2,270,612
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Jan 23 2021
Latest MOT Mileage
45,529 miles
Registration Date
1957-12-31
MOT History
Passed
On Jan 24 2020 with 45,529 miles
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