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£214,042 (Est: £168,410 - £210,513)

1953 MERCEDES BENZ 300 S Coupe

France • 25 Mar 2024

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AI Listing Summary

This 1953 Mercedes Benz 300 S Coupe was delivered new to King Hussein of Jordan and retains its original configuration, including a red headlight signifying the king's presence. Having been restored in France with rebuilt engine, upholstery, and bodywork, this vehicle presents a unique opportunity for enthusiasts due to its documented royal history.

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Condition 

7

The car underwent a restoration in France. The engine was rebuilt, the upholstery was redone, and the bodywork was revised from top to bottom. The listing mentions a test drive along Lake Geneva, which revealed a pleasant and modern car for its time, with the engine delivering its 150 horsepower perfectly, the gears shifting smoothly, and the brakes working well.

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Transmission:

[Transmission]

Chassis No:

00196/53

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

111 HRH

RHD/LHD:

LHD

1953 MERCEDES BENZ 300 S Coupé

Without Reserve
Series 00196/53
French registration
- Delivered new to King Hussein of Jordan
- Beautiful history
- The pinnacle of German engineering in the 1950s
- Beautiful restoration

Launched at the 1951 Paris Motor Show, the Mercedes Benz 300s represented the pinnacle of German engineering.

In the great German tradition, no compromise was made on quality.

Available as a roadster, convertible and coupé, the 300s was equipped with the famous 3-liter, 6-cylinder engine developing 150 horsepower.

In the cabin, the finest materials available are combined with the most rigorous assembly.
But this quality came at a price: throughout its career, the Mercedes Benz 300s was the most expensive Mercedes Benz in the range.

In all, only 216 coupés were built between 1952 and 1955.
The example we present has an exceptional history.

It was bought new by King Hussein of Jordan in 1953, in exactly the same configuration as it is today.

One of its special feat...

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£126,511

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£279,500

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£609,340

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