1956 Mercedes Benz 190 SL

This vehicle lived its life in the Arizona desert where it was disrespected by those who had no appreciation for its craftsmanship nor engineering. I acquired it, brought it east and began to evaluate what would be necessary to realize its full potential.

I have 50 years of skills, but time lasts for no one. So, this 56 has the potential to be a lady. Solid new floors, original stabilizing arms attached to the rails, new spare tire wells, other new panels, and surprisingly, very good sheet metal. The battery box was the only firewall metal replaced. The seats also come with the car.

With this '56, you get an extra rear suspension (worth $3,000), very rare, expensive and hard-to-find splash pan, extra bumper guards, two Becker Mexico radios, hard top with side latches, re-chromed beauty rings, grill barrel and insert, all gauges, heater slides, Webber carborators, re-chromed rear bumper, re-chromed front bumper wings, small style tail light lenses (expensive and hard-to-find), convertible top frame, no intake or exhaust manifold, and miscellaneous 190SL parts. See pictures of items in the trunk. This vehicle is being listed locally and the seller reserves the right to end this auction at any time. Europeans buyers welcomed, shipping available out of the port of Newark, NJ for which the buyer is responsible.

I will advise the buyer about other items available at very reasonable prices from a European dealer that I have done business with.As you know, these vehicles are becoming extremely rare in this condition and are a true investment item. If you have any questions or would like additional photos, don’t hesitate to contact me at (516) 884-9362 or (305) 453-6442.

This vehicle is being sold as-is, with no warranty expressed or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects wherein and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set-aside will be made in account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any description or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle and to have satisfied him/her self as to the condition and value, and to purchase based upon that judgment solely. The seller shall be and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.

In addition, the winning bidder will be responsible for paying a non-refundable fee of $700 within 24 hours of auction close and will be responsible for all shipping costs. This car is being relisted with a lower reserve. Good luck bidders.