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£118,746 (Est: £112,206 - £149,608)

1952 Mercedes-Benz 300 Cabriolet D 'Adenauer

United States • 8 Oct 2026 • Lot 371

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AI Listing Summary

This is a rare, first-year 1952 Mercedes-Benz 300 Cabriolet D 'Adenauer', a highly sought-after classic. It features a powerful inline-six engine and a 4-speed manual transmission, making it a desirable model for collectors.

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Condition 

10

The vehicle underwent a comprehensive seven-year body-off restoration personally completed in 2024 by a renowned restorer. The description indicates no existing damage or wear, implying a pristine condition post-restoration.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

1860140090052

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RHD/LHD:

LHD

Rare first-year Mercedes-Benz 300 Cabriolet D, the most exclusive and sought-after variant of the early post-war 300 Series Powered by a 3.0-liter overhead-camshaft inline six-cylinder engine with aluminum cylinder head, twin Solex carburetors, and four-speed column-shift transmission Seven-year body-off restoration personally completed in 2024 by legendary Luigi Chinetti disciple and restorer Frank Buonanno, founder of Black Horse Garage in Bridgeport, Connecticut Finished in Graphite Gray (DB 190) with a striking black-and-red convertible top over a luxurious red leather interior with stunning wood trim

Points of note

£100,235

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£120,514

Median Price (Since 2020)

£187,238

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