Mercedes-Benz · Production 1954–1963

Mercedes-Benz 300 SL (W198)

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Key facts

Documented periodProduction 1954–1963[1]
MakeMercedes-Benz · Germany
GenerationW198 · W198
Body2-door coupé, roadster[1]
PowertrainNot documented here
ClassSports[1]

An illustrated archive entry: specifications are not documented here yet. Suggest a source

What made it distinctive?

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References

  1. Mercedes-Benz 300 SL — Wikipedia Reference work (read 11 October 2026)

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