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Mercedes-Benz 300
1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing (W198) RHD
1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing (W198) RHD, in black. Only 29 RHD units were produced out of 1,400 total.
Black · Matte
Grey · Full Leather
This car
PaintBlack · Matte
InteriorGrey · Full Leather
Production
Years produced1954–1957
Units made1,400 (29 in RHD configuration)
Where builtSindelfingen, Germany
Body styles2-door coupe
Engine
EngineM198 Inline-6, mechanical direct fuel injection
Displacement2,996 cc
Cylinders6
Valves12
AspirationNaturally aspirated
Power215 bhp (218 PS) @ 5,800 rpm
Torque202 lb ft (274 Nm) @ 4,600 rpm
FuelPetrol
Drivetrain & performance
Gearbox4-speed manual
Wheel driveRear-wheel drive
LayoutFront-engine, rear-wheel drive
Top speed135–163 mph (217–263 km/h)
0–62 mph8.8 seconds
0–60 mph8.5 seconds
Economy (combined)17 mpg (16.6 L/100km)
Chassis & dimensions
Brakes — front284 mm (11.2 in) drums
Brakes — rear284 mm (11.2 in) drums
Wheels5J x 15
Tyres6.50 x 15
SuspensionCoil springs, wishbones (F), swing axle (R)
Kerb weight1,295 kg
Drag coefficient0.38
Length4,520 mm
Width1,790 mm
Height1,300 mm
Wheelbase2,400 mm
Pricing
Price new (1955)£4,393 · $6,820
Estimated value now£2,500,000 – £4,000,000
In dollars$3,200,000 – $5,200,000
+73881% vs new, at the midpoint. Values as at 22 October 2026. Basis: UK auction results and RHD rarity premium.
Only 29 RHD units were produced out of 1,400 total.
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