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Not Sold (Est: £1,650,352 - £1,950,416)
1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster
United States • 15 Aug 2026 • Lot 332
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
First production 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster, initially retained by Mercedes-Benz for exhibition and later sold to the US market. This numbers-matching example was restored in its factory-correct Fire Engine Red over Black interior with Red piping.

Condition
10
The car is described as having numbers-matching components and having been inspected by the Mercedes-Benz Classic Center with a report on file. It was previously restored in its factory-correct colors. There is no mention of any mechanical or cosmetic issues, suggesting it is in excellent condition.
/ 10
Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
1980427500037
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Particularly notable as the first production 300 SL Roadster Initially retained by Mercedes-Benz for exhibition, including the model’s debut at the 1957 Geneva Motor Show Subsequently returned to the factory and sold to the US market later in 1957 Retains numbers-matching chassis, engine, body, front axles, and steering box; inspected by the Mercedes-Benz Classic Center in June 2026, with report on file Previously restored in its factory-correct Fire Engine Red over a Black interior with distinctive Red piping An extraordinary opportunity to acquire the first production example of one of the 20th century’s defining sports cars
Points of note
£583,227
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£1,005,941
Median Price (Since 2020)
£2,270,612
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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