1962 | Mercedes-Benz 190 SL

Elegant and desirable, the Mercedes of happy moments!

It invites you to stroll around in its all-leather interior and its dress smelling of Spring!

Description

This magnificent Mercedes of American origin has been in Europe since 2001 and has had 2 owners since. The car is exceptionally beautiful and has undergone a total restoration, bodywork, upholstery, engine, braking components ...... Everything is in perfect condition, the combination of exterior color and upholstery is perfect, the chrome are in excellent condition.

The bodywork is a very heavy item financially and represents almost €50,000 in costs on this car with a photo file which testifies to the depth of the restoration. It's simple, the 190 was completely dismantled and the floors, boot floors, front cross member, front and rear wheel arches, rear fenders, up to the rear side members replaced. Intense bodywork work that was carried out in 2021 with a detailed invoice in support.

Another big file, the upholstery which has been completely redone, the red leather interior is magnificent, the carpets are new and finally, the car is adorned with a very beautiful red Alpaca soft top, all done in 2021. edges are complete and functional, very beautiful invoices. All cranks and door handles are impeccable.

Mechanically, it is also a good follow-up which can reassure the buyer: 2 WEBER carburettors came to replace the original SOLEX, bringing a boost of power, the clutch is new, the braking also, the distribution, the water pump, the car is ready to drive.

The on-board instruments are complete and functional, very well made. All cranks and door handles are impeccable.

On the road, it's a delight, no jerks, a smooth engine, a precise gearbox, efficient braking, not to mention the sumptuous beauty of this car which turns onlookers in awe.

Our opinion.

 If you want to please Madame, we cannot offer you a better gift, knowing that it can be used by Monsieur, finally you have understood us, a somewhat directed gift....

The attraction of these cars also revolves around their eligibility for historic endurance races, such as the Mille Miglia….. And yes why not, the Dolce Vita!