Mercedes-Benz 190 SL '60

The Mercedes-Benz 190 SL from 1960 is one of the most iconic roadsters of the 1950s and 1960s. This example, finished in dark blue, underwent a professional restoration in the past and today presents itself in an honest condition with room for further optimisation. A stylish classic with timeless lines and increasing collector value.

Our Oldtimerfarm inspection team has compiled a report with the following points.

Technical specifications

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  Make: Mercedes-Benz

  
  


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  Model: 190 SL

  
  


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  Year: 1960

  
  


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  Engine: 1,897 cc four-cylinder

  
  


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  Transmission: Manual 4-speed gearbox

  
  


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  Drive: Rear-wheel drive

  
  


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  Colour: Dark blue

  
  


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  Mileage: 37,134 km (indicated mileage)

  
  


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  Chassis number: 12104010016442

  
  

Condition and remarks

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  Bodywork: Repainted with signs of use, presents well.

  
  


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  Paintwork: Repainted, normal signs of use.

  
  


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  Underside: Original and honest, welding work carried out, easy to improve.

  
  


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  Tyres: In good condition (2024), usable for several more years.

  
  


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  Interior: Carpets worn, interior dirty and partly to restore. Soft top with tear.

  
  


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  Engine bay: Good overall condition. Sump welded, non-original electric fuel pump. Choke light remains on, engine idles high.

  
  


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  Fluids: Maintenance required.

  
  


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  Battery: To be replaced soon, still starts correctly.

  
  


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  Brakes: Adjustment required, 25% difference at left rear.

  
  


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  Handbrake: Working well.

  
  


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  Electrical system: Wipers, horn, dashboard and heater working.

  
  


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  Lights: Working, but indicators flash too fast.

  
  


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  Suspension: Play at front left and rear right, adjustment required.

  
  

Highlights

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  Timeless and elegant Mercedes roadster

  
  


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  Honest presentation with potential for further optimisation

  
  


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  Interesting classic with strong collector value

  
  

Available for viewing at Oldtimerfarm, Lobulckstraat 9, 9880 Aalter, Belgium.
Request the full inspection report via info@oldtimerfarm.be or call +32(0)472.40.13.38.
Visits possible with or without appointment – lift inspection available.
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