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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

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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.

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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.

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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

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