1958 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class W121

VIN: 12104010024818
Sold by Collecting Cars

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LocationRed Hill, VIC
Odometer10,610 km
TransmissionManual
SteeringLeft-hand drive

Seller's Notes

An elegantly styled and iconic 1960s roadster, previously treated to a nut and bolt mechanical and cosmetic restoration. Under the bonnet is a 1.9-litre ‘M121’ inline-four, driving the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission. This example has been with the seller for the last 10 years. The odometer indicates 10,610 kilometres, though this is the distance covered since the completion of the restoration. The car is finished in the timeless colour combination of silver with a black soft top over a red leather-trimmed cabin offset by a body-coloured dashboard and white steering wheel. It rides on a set of 13-inch steel wheels with whitewall tyres. The cabin is fitted with a Becker Europa radio, a white steering wheel, and a rare side-facing removable occasional rear seat. An electric fuel pump has been installed, though the seller notes that the car retains its original Solex carburettors. Accompanying the sale is the owner’s manual, service book, a copy of the original data sheet, photographs of the restoration, and two sets of keys. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess exterior and interior condition. The car was previously restored, which included respraying the bodywork, retrimming the interior, and working on the engine and mechanicals. Specific notes from the seller include: only a few and very minor stone chips on the paintwork, very mild wear on the driver’s seat, faint discolouration on the carpets, and very mild rust on two wheel caps. The seller also notes the car to be in excellent overall condition. The seller is not aware of any electrical or mechanical faults, though notes that the radio has previously been repaired, an invoice for this repair is available. The car was last serviced in March 2017 at an indicated 8,957 kilometres, which included adjusting the clutch and timing, and replacing the engine oil and oil filter. Prior to this, the car was inspected and an oil service was performed in September 2013 at an indicated 3,409 kilometres. The previous service was carried out in May 2013 at an indicated 1,140 kilometres, and included replacing the engine oil and gearbox oil. A new drive belt was installed during the restoration. This Mercedes-Benz 190SL is a sophisticated open-top classic, offered for sale by its current owner of 10 years, and previously treated to a nut and bolt cosmetic and mechanical restoration. Equipped with the desirable occasional rear seat and fitted with an electric fuel pump for greater day-to-day usability, it would make for a charming weekend cruising companion, and is sure to be a welcome addition to any Mercedes-Benz collection. The description of this consignment is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller, and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description, and conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. For vehicles, unless otherwise stated, potential buyers should also assume that any cherished registration may be retained by the seller. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.

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Vehicle Specs

Specifications

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Identity

Year1958
MakeMercedes-Benz
Model family190 SL
Model generation—
Model variant—
Model trimSL

Mechanical

Engine1.9L I4 (M121 BII)
TransmissionManual
Fuel type—
Drive type—
Originality—
Odometer10,610 km
VIN12104010024818

Body & Finish

Vehicle typeAutomobile
Body style—
Doors—
Driver sideLHD
Exterior colourSilver
Interior colourRed

The vehicle is recorded in the AutoMarkets database under VIN 12104010024818. The car was listed as a 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL and sold via Collecting Cars. AutoMarkets tracks verified auction results, dealerships and private sellers across Australia to provide accurate historical market data.