1946-1972

1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster – Exterior and Interior – Oldtimer-Meeting Baden-Baden 2022

February 14, 2024

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Replacing the Gullwing in 1957, the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster was more than a convertible version—it was a reimagined grand tourer tailored for practicality and prestige. By 1961, it had reached the pinnacle of its production run. Technical Details: The 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster was a refined evolution of its iconic predecessor, the Gullwing. […]

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1973-1996

1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Cabriolet – Exterior and Interior – Motorworld Classics Bodensee 2022

February 13, 2024

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The 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Cabriolet represents a graceful evolution of a classic. It combined the enduring style and build quality of the R107 SL with a revitalized six-cylinder powertrain and modern amenities. As one of the final R107 models, the 300 SL served as a fitting crescendo for that era – a luxurious open-top […]

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1973-1996

1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Cabriolet – Exterior and Interior – Retro Classics Stuttgart 2022

February 7, 2024

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By 1987, the R107 SL was approaching the end of an extraordinary production run (1971–1989). The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Cabriolet of this year is one of the final iterations, representing Mercedes-Benz’s perfected formula for a luxury roadster. Over its lifespan, the R107 became the most successful SL generation with nearly 237,000 units produced. Technical Details: […]

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1946-1972

1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupé Gullwing – Exterior + Int. – Auto Zürich Classic Car Show 2021

April 4, 2022

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The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing became a cultural icon, appearing in Wall Street, Mad Men, and fashion editorials. It epitomized 1950s style and engineering genius. Celebrities like Jay Leno and Ralph Lauren added it to their collections, boosting its mythos. Technical Details: The 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing (Flügeltürer) was a groundbreaking sports car, not […]

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1946-1972

1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

March 31, 2022

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Launched in 1957, the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster marked a pivotal transition for Mercedes-Benz, shifting from raw, motorsport-inspired performance to refined grand touring. Technical Details: The 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster was engineered as a refined successor to the famed Gullwing Coupe. Under the hood lay a 3.0-liter inline-six engine, producing 215 horsepower at 5800 […]

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1946-1972

1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe – Exterior and Interior – Classic Expo Salzburg 2021

March 31, 2022

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The 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe wasn’t just a car — it was a revolution. Combining advanced engineering, jaw-dropping design, and racing DNA, it redefined what a performance car could be Technical Details: The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe was a technological powerhouse for its time, featuring a 3.0-liter straight-six engine with direct fuel injection — […]

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