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300 SL Roadster
Mercedes-Benz > 300 SL > [W 198 II]

300 SL Roadster (Germany, 1957)

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To many, the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL is an automobile that needs no introduction. American Mercedes-Benz importer Max Hoffman was convinced that a road-legal version of the successful W194 racer would be profitable in the United States. He knew that his clients would love the performance and styling of such a vehicle, so he lobbied the top brass at Mercedes-Benz to develop the car. Luckily for him, and us, Hoffman’s wish was granted.



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The first ever 300 SL saw the light of day in 1952 as a road racing automobile, actually achieving some remarkable results on some of those races. This “Sport Light” (SL) restored Mercedes-Benz’s reputation for releasing powerful sports cars after the World War II ended. The “300” stands for its engine’s cylinder displacement, which is 3 liters, and the “SL” would be the start of the Mercedes-Benz class of road...  more

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