Mercedes Benz W121 190 SL (1962)

Vehicle description

Highlights and general information

For sale is a Mercedes-Benz W121 190 SL from 1962 in the color grey with brown leather interior.

Highlights:

• USA import, with TÜV, H license plate and immediately ready to drive in very good condition.
• The Mercedes was extensively restored over 4.5 years by a renowned Mercedes specialist workshop
• Engine overhaul (2-3 years ago), the following work was carried out:
• Engine block drilled, honed, milled flat
• Crankshaft measured, polished, balanced
• New pistons and piston rings
• New main bearings
• Connecting rod bearing new
• All seals new
• incl. timing chain and chain tensioner
• incl. new water pump and thermostat
• Cylinder head overhauled, completely revised
• Cylinder head completely disassembled and pressed down (leak test for cracks)
• Exhaust and intake ducts blasted
• incl. new exhaust and intake valves
• incl. new valve stem seals, valve guides
• incl. milling out seat rings
• Delivery and press-fitting of specially hardened valve seat inserts for lead-free operation
• Milling valve contour into seat ring, grinding in valves
• Cylinder head milled flat, valves checked for leaks
• incl. all gaskets, shaft seal ring/Simmerring/Burgmann ring (round cord ring)
• incl. spark plugs, oil filter,
• Carburetor was overhauled and readjusted for around €4,600
• Classic and timeless Mercedes rims with Maxxis MA rims
• Front and rear axle, brake system, exhaust system, brake lines completely overhauled or renewed
• Expert opinion with a grade of 1
• Top as good as new and completely repainted
• Complete restoration work is documented on the basis of invoices and pictures

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1962
• First registration: USA, 1962
• Location: 93055 Regensburg, Germany
• Exact number of vehicle owners is not known; the seller assumes about 5 units
• TÜV until 03/25
• H license plate
• Accident-free in current ownership
• Ready to drive immediately
• With certificate

Model history

The Mercedes-Benz 190 SL is a roadster that was produced between 1955 and 1963 and revitalized the sports car segment of the traditional Württemberg brand after the war. The W 121 B II model was produced alongside the slightly more powerful W 198 from the GT class and was technically based on the "Ponton" Mercedes from the upper mid-range. In contrast to the saloon, the 190 SL had a specially developed engine that produced more horsepower with the same displacement, thus underlining the dynamic character of the vehicle. The sporty design was similar to that of the 300 SL, while at the same time the 190 SL impressed with its outstanding driving characteristics and is today regarded as the forerunner of the SLK.

The facts

Exterior & interior:

• Color: Grey
• Interior with brown leather upholstery
• Luxurious dashboard
• Completely repainted

Engine and transmission:

• 1.9-liter four-cylinder engine with 105 hp
• Manual gearbox
• Last engine service in 2022

Mileage:

• 1,204 km (read off) since engine overhaul, exact mileage is not known
• Mileage cannot be traced
• No checkbook available

Documentation:

• Vehicle documents, TÜV and service report, invoices, checkbook
  
  

Tires, brakes, body & underbody:

• Tires: 70-90 %
• Brakes: 70-90 %
• The underbody is rust-free, welded, preserved and cavity-sealed
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to get further impressions of the vehicle's condition.

Known defects

• No major defects known
• According to the seller, all defects and teething troubles of the car were repaired in a specialist workshop within one year
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos for further impressions of the vehicle's condition.

Summary of the auction

In this auction, you have the chance to purchase an absolute classic that is in a promising condition, as can be seen in the pictures. The classic design, combined with the powerful engine, makes this Mercedes an absolute highlight.

Vehicle videos

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