1955 Mercedes-Benz 300S

VIN 1880103500334

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What’s special about this listing

Extremely Original Unrestored 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300S Cabriolet: Same Family Ownership Since 1974

This 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300S Cabriolet is one of the most original unrestored examples in existence and has been under the same family ownership for the last 47 years. In 1974 the car was purchased from Alex Dearborn in completely original condition. In 1986 the car received new lacquer paint in the original color of graphite grey and a new top. The red leather interior, mechanics, and chrome are all original. The interior in particular is beautifully preserved with just the right amount of patina. The car is currently running and driving excellent. This is one of the most honest 300S Cabriolet we've come across and it's certainly the most original to come to market in a very long time.

More expensive than the 300SL sports car and almost double the price of the contemporary top-of-the-range Cadillac, the Mercedes-Benz 300S was one of the worlds most exclusive automobiles. Elegantly styled in the pre-war manner yet technologically up-to-date, the 300S was built to the Stuttgart firms uncompromising quality standards. Inevitably, production was limited with only 760 examples of the 300S/Sc leaving the factory between 1951 and 1958. This particular example represents a rare and exciting opportunity to own a highly original 300S Cabriolet out of long-term ownership.

Highly Coveted and Collectible 300S Cabriolet
Retaining its Original Attractive Color Combination
Out of 47 Years of Single Family Ownership
An Extremely Original Unrestored Example
Stunningly Preserved Original Interior
Mechanically Strong

Stock #24333
Price $467,500

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Year
1955
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model Family
300
Model Generation
W188
Model Variant
300SB
Model Trim
-
VIN
1880103500334
Mileage
96,633 mi TMU
Originality
Original & Highly Original
Engine
3.0L I6 (M186)
Transmission
Manual
Drive Type
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Vehicle Type
Automobile
Body Style
Convertible
Driver Side
LHD
Doors
2 Doors
Color Group (Ext)
Gray
Color Group (Int)
Red/Burgundy

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About this Seller

Gullwing Motor Cars

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house Astoria, NY

Gullwing Motor Cars is a top U.S.-based dealer specializing in classic and exotic vehicles. With decades of experience, they buy and sell rare European and American collector cars, offering a large inventory and nationwide service.

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