Description

1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL (W121)

Asking price: €118,000

Offered for sale is this elegant 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL (W121), presented in a sophisticated dark grey exterior combined with a beautifully finished cognac/tan interior.

The Mercedes-Benz 190 SL is one of the most recognisable European roadsters of its era. This example presents very attractively and combines the elegant lines of the 190 SL with a particularly tasteful colour combination.

Exterior

The bodywork is finished in dark grey and presents very well. The characteristic Mercedes-Benz chrome details are complete and complement the body colour beautifully.

The car retains the classic appearance for which the 190 SL is known, including its distinctive Mercedes grille, chrome bumpers and trim, original-style wheel covers and whitewall tyres.

Both with the roof open and viewed from the front or rear, the car has a very elegant and well-balanced appearance.

Interior

The interior is finished in cognac/tan, creating an attractive contrast with the dark exterior.

The seats, door panels, carpets and dashboard present in very good condition. The classic ivory-coloured steering wheel, original-style instrumentation and period interior details contribute to the authentic atmosphere of this classic Mercedes-Benz roadster.

The soft top folds neatly behind the seats.

Engine compartment and luggage compartment

The engine compartment presents in a clean and honest condition and retains the characteristic appearance of the four-cylinder 190 SL engine installation.

The luggage compartment is tidy and includes a spare wheel.

A Mercedes-Benz 190 SL Betriebsanleitung (owner's manual) is also included with the car.

Overall

This 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL is an attractive example of one of Mercedes-Benz's most desirable classic roadsters.

Its elegant dark grey exterior, cognac interior and well-presented overall condition make it suitable both for enjoyable classic motoring and for inclusion in a collection.

The vehicle is located in Belgium and can be inspected by appointment.

Additional detailed photographs and information are available upon request.

Year: 1961
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: 190 SL
Type: W121
Body: Roadster / Cabriolet
Transmission: Manual
Exterior: Dark grey
Interior: Cognac / Tan
Location: Belgium
**Asking price:**€118,000

Serious enquiries are welcome.

Condition & Registration

Condition category
Restored
Registered
Ready to drive
Accident free

Self assessments

Engine (Seller assessment)
★★★★☆
Paintwork (Seller assessment)
★★★★★
Interior (Seller assessment)
★★★★★
Technique (Seller assessment)
★★★★☆

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Technical Details

Vehicle data

Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model series
SL-Class
Model name
190 SL
Manufacturer code
W 121 B II
First registration date
11/1961
Year of manufacture
1961
Mileage (read)
5,000 km
Chassis number
12104010023059
Engine number
Not provided
Gearbox number
Not provided
Number of owners
2

Technical details

Body style
Convertible (Roadster)
Power (kW/hp)
77/105
Cubic capacity (cm³)
1897
Cylinders
4
Doors
Not provided
Steering
Left (LHD)
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
4
Transmission
Rear
Front brakes
Drum
Rear brakes
Drum
Fuel type
Petrol

Individual Configuration

Exterior color
Grey
Interior color
Brown
Interior material
Leather

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