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£1,335,600 - £1,632,400

1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster

United States • 23 Jan 2026 • Lot 152

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster, chassis number 7500469, is presented in its original color combination of Schwarz (black) over Cream leather. It benefits from a comprehensive eight-year restoration and won Best of Show at the 2025 Arizona Concours d’Elegance.

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Condition 

9

Eight-year restoration completed in 2024.

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Manual

Transmission:

7500469

Chassis No:

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

300 SL

Reg Number:

RHD/LHD:

LHD

To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION at RM Sothebys' Arizona event, 23 January 2026.

$1,800,000 - $2,200,000 USD Beautifully presented example benefiting from a comprehensive eight-year restoration completed in 2024Desirably configured in the exceptional original color combination of Schwarz (black DB 40) paint over an optional interior of sumptuous Cream leather (DB 1060)Highly original, with a matching-numbers engine, gearbox, front axle spindles, rear axle, and coachworkBenefits from a short ownership chain, including just two caretakers since 1967 Accompanied by owner’s manuals and fitted luggage; documented with factory build record, Gullwing Group registry entry, and comprehensive restoration invoices and photos Best of Show at the 2025 Arizona Concours d’EleganceA magnificent example of Stuttgart’s celebrated roadster, uniquely distinguished by its brilliant optional interior THE ART OF IMPROVING PERFECTIONTo this day, the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL remains one of the most important and iconic v...

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£583,227

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£964,519

Median Price (Since 2020)

£2,270,612

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