£832.5k
1954 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing
Silverstone Auctions • UK • 28 Jul 2019
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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£832,500
1954 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing
UK • 28 Jul 2019
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing, a matching-numbers example, boasts a rich history with notable previous owners. While originally 'Racing Silver,' it's now finished in Fire Engine Red and features some modifications, it benefits from recent mechanical work and a comprehensive history file, making it a compelling opportunity for collectors.
Condition
7
While the car boasts recent overhauls and maintenance, including a rebuilt injection pump and new tires, it has been refinished in a non-original color and has undergone modifications like electronic power steering. Its history of regular use and participation in tours suggests it's well-maintained but not in pristine, original condition.
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57,000 miles
UYH 300
1954
Auction
1980404500118
LHD
United Kingdom
£832.5k
1954 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing
Silverstone Auctions • UK • 28 Jul 2019
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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Description
A stunning, matching-numbers 'Gullwing' from long-term private ownership Supplied new on 27th December 1954 to Hoffman of New York originally finished in Mercedes 'Racing Silver' Early car featuring the highly desirable 'belly pans'.
Sports camshaft upgrade.
Electronic power steering (removable) Imported from Arizona in 1989 finished in Fire
Engine Red.
First UK owner was Lotus Team Manager, Peter Warr The gearbox and brakes have recently been overhauled.
Stainless steel exhaust.
Four new tyres in 2018 Most importantly, the injection pump was completely rebuilt by HK Engineering in Germany two years ago Comprehensive history file (John Surtees Engineering, Ron Waghorn, Tommy Johnston, Omega Motorsport) A plethora of parts invoices from Keinle, HK Engineering and Classic Mercedes UK Ready to be enjoyed this summer.
A rare opportunity into the privileged world of Gullwing ownership Voted "Sports car of the century" in 1999, the 300SL Gullwing is an iconic Mercedes-Benz coupe that ...
Price Analysis vs Other (W198) 300 SL Gullwings
£906,717
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£1,261,516
Median Price (Since 2020)
£3,843,602
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous (W198) 300 SL Gullwing Sales
MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 13th Jun 2013
Latest MOT mileage:
78,224 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 14th Jun 2012, 78,224 miles
Passed
On 7th Apr 2011, 77,659 miles
Passed
On 7th Sept 2009, 76,748 miles
Passed
On 20th Aug 2008, 76,690 miles
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Auction House Headquarters
Silverstone Auctions
Ashorne, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV35 9AE, England
Located in Warwick, Warwickshire, Silverstone Auctions is a physical auction house handling classic, sports, and collector cars. They conduct live auctions at major UK events and offer vehicle consignment services.
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