Mercedes Benz W121 190SL Roadster (1957)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
• 217 photos
• Video including engine run and test drive
• Mileage of 98,363 km is verifiably documented
• Appraisal report from 2017 with an overall grade of 2+ available,

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 1957
• First registration: USA
• Engine: 1.9-liter inline-four gasoline engine with 105 PS (77 kW)
• Transmission: 4-speed manual transmission
• Exterior color: Silver Metallic
• Interior: Red leather upholstery
• TÜV valid until 08/2028 & H license plate
• Features:
• Anti-theft alarm system
• Becker Grand Prix radio
• Side mirrors on both sides
• Stainless steel exhaust system
• Immobilizer
• The following modifications were made:
• Complete restoration by Turmgarage Kleve in 2004 (rebuilt from the ground up)
• Interior reupholstered in red leather (original: gray MB-Tex)

Condition

Exterior

• The exterior color of the 190 SL is Silver Metallic
• The vehicle was completely repainted and is in very good condition with no visible defects
• The steel and light-alloy body was thoroughly refurbished as part of the 2004 restoration
• The vehicle has never been in an accident and shows no signs of rust

Interior

• The interior is upholstered in red leather
• The interior is in very good condition with only minimal signs of wear due to age
• The original accessories, such as the radio, sun visors, and side mirrors, are present and in working order
• The DEKRA assessment rated the interior A1 to A1.5 (flawless)

Mechanics

• The engine runs smoothly and has no starting issues
• The 4-speed manual transmission shifts precisely and without any issues
• DEKRA ratings for the engine and transmission: A1.5 each
• The most recent DEKRA general inspection, dated August 21, 2026, certifies that the vehicle has no identified defects

History

Ownership History

• Number of owners: 5+
• Since January 2013: current owner
• August 2011 to January 2013: Previous owner
• Before 08/2011: Unknown

Service History

• March 13, 2017 – DEKRA classic car appraisal performed, mileage: 60,647 km
• August 21, 2026 at approx. 96,000 km – Passed DEKRA general inspection with no defects; next general inspection due: August 2028

Documents

• German vehicle documents and Certificate of Registration Part I
• DEKRA classic car appraisal report
• DEKRA General Inspection Report
• Daimler-Benz AG delivery note dated March 11, 1957

Summary

For sale is a 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL Roadster in Silver Metallic with red leather interior. This rare convertible was originally built for the American market and features special equipment such as a limited-slip differential and English instrument panel labeling. After being imported to the Netherlands, it underwent a comprehensive restoration by Turmgarage Kleve in 2004, which completely rebuilt the vehicle from the ground up. The 2017 DEKRA appraisal report awards the 190 SL an overall grade of 2+ with excellent individual scores, particularly for the engine (A1.5), transmission (A1.5), and interior (A1–A1.5). The most recent DEKRA general inspection from August 2026 confirms its flawless technical condition. The verifiable mileage of 96,000 km, the H license plate, and the solid restoration history make this classic roadster an attractive collector’s item.