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Sale price: $99,995.00 make an offer

Car location: United States

Sale type: Fixed price listing

Technical specifications, photos and description:

Model:
190SL Roadster
Year:
1959
Mileage:
98,228
Engine:
1.9L L4
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1959 Mercedes-Benz 190SL
Stock #2264-ATL

1959 Mercedes-Benz 190SL for Sale

Charlotte Showroom
5400 West WT Harris Blvd
Charlotte. NC 28269
Local/International: (704) 598-2130
Toll-Free: (866) 542-8392
Hours: Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email: sales-cha@streetsideclassics. com Atlanta Showroom
213 Thornton Rd
Lithia Springs. GA 30122
Local/International: (678) 279-1609
Toll-Free: (877) 367-1835
Hours: Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email: sales-atl@streetsideclassics. com Dallas/Fort Worth Showroom
5400 Sandshell Dr
Fort Worth. TX 76137
Local/International: (817) 764-8000
Toll-Free: (855) 877-2707
Hours: Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM CST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM CST
Email: sales-dfw@streetsideclassics. com

VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE:   1. 9L L4 BODY STYLE :   Roadster TRANSMISSION:  
4 Speed Manual
EXTERIOR COLOR:   ODOMETER READING:   98228 INTERIOR COLOR :      

VEHICLE FEATURES & OPTIONS

AM/FM Radio. Heat. iPod Compatible. Leather Seats. Manual Convertible Top. Power Brakes. Removable Hard Top

SELLER REMARKS

Three years ago. a 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL roadster priced like this may have been slightly ambitious. However. today is a different story and these cars are red hot. following in the footsteps of their 300SL siblings. which have rocketed to the very top of high-end collectors' must-have lists. Is this car a bargain today? Absolutely.


No. this isn't a concours specimen. but you already knew that just by the price. Perfect cars are trading hands for close to twice this figure. so you've got some room to work here and still come out ahead; and that's providing that prices stand still. which is quite unlikely according to the current market trend. So you have to look at this light blue roadster as a rare opportunity to get a fun car that will potentially earn its keep in the coming years. In the meantime. however. you get a handsome 2-seater that has all the styling cues of its million-dollar siblings in a much more user-friendly package. Thanks to legendary Mercedes-Benz quality. even the affordable 190 was ridiculously over-built (especially for 1959) and today feels substantial. not fragile. Sheetmetal is in good order and with either top on or off. the doors close firmly without excessive effort. It buffs up nicely and has a period-correct shine and the light blue color is highlighted by nice chrome and stainless trim that offers impeccable good taste without excess.


The handsome gray interior was replaced about ten years ago and shows some signs of use. but that's to be expected in a car that's been shown off around town. At the time it was done. these were not investment-grade cars. so it's not quite factory-exact. but it looks right for the period and the basics are quite good. The gray and blue combination is rather attractive and the big white steering wheel is a Mercedes-Benz trademark of the period. There are also big. easy-to-read VDO gauges (even the wind-up clock works!) and the 4-speed manual transmission makes for a rather sporting driving experience. Darker gray carpets are an elegant touch and it has recently been treated to a modern AM/FM/iPod stereo system. making it a fantastic fair-weather cruiser. The blue canvas convertible top folds easily and seals up better than many roadsters of the period (again. thanks to Mercedes-Benz engineering). and the car looks great top up or top down. and the car includes a removable hardtop as well. The trunk isn't huge. but it's well-shaped and offers plenty of room for two people's luggage on a road trip.


The 1. 9 liter inline-four engine isn't a match for the mighty 300SL. but it's reasonably lively and eager to run. With twin side-draft Mikuni carburetors. it feels gutsy around town and as the intervening years have proven. it is as reliable as the sunrise. The engine bay shows signs of regular and conscientious maintenance. which is especially critical on these cars. and it does run rather well today thanks to a recent tune-up. The undercarriage is original and a bit crusty. with an older single exhaust system that offers a reasonably sporting soundtrack and an all-independent suspension tuned for comfort but still willing to hustle on your favorite country road. Steel wheels with color-matched hubcaps are a favorite look and they carry recent 185/70/13 whitewall radials.


With just two owners from new. this is a great-running and very presentable 190SL that can be enjoyed as-is or used as a basis for a top-flight restoration that could top the skyrocketing market. Hard choice. isn't it? Call today!

1959 Mercedes-Benz 190SL for Sale

 

1959 Mercedes-Benz 190SL for Sale

Stock # 2264-ATL  
Charlotte Showroom
5400 West WT Harris Blvd
Charlotte. NC 28269
Local/International: (704) 598-2130
Toll-Free: (866) 542-8392
Hours: Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email: sales-cha@streetsideclassics. com Atlanta Showroom
213 Thornton Rd
Lithia Springs. GA 30122
Local/International: (678) 279-1609
Toll-Free: (877) 367-1835
Hours: Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email: sales-atl@streetsideclassics. com Dallas/Fort Worth Showroom
5400 Sandshell Dr
Fort Worth. TX 76137
Local/International: (817) 764-8000
Toll-Free: (855) 877-2707
Hours: Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM CST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM CST
Email: sales-dfw@streetsideclassics. com

TERMS OF SALE  

1. Per the eBay User Agreement. by placing a bid you are entering into a legally binding contract and are committed to purchasing the vehicle described above. The details of this commitment are further outlined in the eBay User Agreement.

2. Vehicle may be sold by Streetside Classic Cars prior to the end of the auction. Streetside Classic Cars reserves the right to end its auctions early or to cancel bids solely at its discretion and shall not be held liable for any such cancellation.

3. The winning bidder is required to contact Streetside Classic Cars within 24 hours after the close of the auction to finalize the details of the transaction.

4. A $1. 00 non-refundable deposit is required within 48 hours of the auction's close.   This deposit reserves the vehicle and removes it from the market. Acceptable payment types for deposit are: credit card. wire transfer. cashier's check. and money order.

5. If winning bidder does not contact Streetside Classic Cars and submit deposit within 48 hours of auction close. vehicle may be made available to the next highest bidder or another qualified buyer on a first come. first serve basis.

6. Streetside Classic Cars has represented this vehicle to the best of its ability. Prospective bidders are encouraged to contact us directly to provide additional information or answer any questions.

7. Please be aware that all pre-owned vehicles. regardless of age. mileage. or manufacturer are subject to cosmetic wear and mechanical failure. Streetside Classic Cars encourages bidder to have a personal inspection completed prior to delivery to help ensure your satisfaction. Third party inspections are to take place prior to a vehicles shipment or delivery.

8. All vehicles are sold "AS IS" and with no warranties expressed or implied.

9. Final or winning bid price does not include shipping. tax. title. or registration fees. It is the purchaser's responsibility to provide for any state or local taxes and shipping expenses resulting from the sale.

10. We can assist you in delivery through our network of private and commercial carriers. Most of them can deliver the vehicle to your driveway. We assume no responsibility for damages or delays incurred once a vehicle is in a shipper's custody.

11. Streetside Classic Cars bears no liability and shall be held harmless for any complications. expenses. or damages resulting from a failure to meet these terms as they have been set forth and established herein.

12. An additional documentation fee of $199 will be added to the purchase price at the time of sale.



WE WELCOME INTERNATIONAL BUYERS

As an international buyer. it is as easy to purchase a vehicle from us as it is for any domestic buyer.   Please call or email any one of our showrooms at:

Charlotte Showroom Phone:
001-704-598-2130

Email
sales-cha@streetsideclassics. com

Atlanta Showroom Phone:
001-678-279-1609

Email
sales-atl@streetsideclassics. com

Dallas/Fort Worth Showroom Phone:
001-817-764-8000

Email
sales-dfw@streetsideclassics. com

Rest assured. you are dealing with one of the largest classic car dealerships in the United States with one of the largest (500+) vehicles on display. Our sales staff is very knowledgeable and can assist you in every aspect of the purchase.


International buyers welcome!
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If you decide to purchase from us. we require that you give us your complete name. address and phone numbers (home. office. mobile and fax) and a port of entry that handles containers. We do not ship vehicles open (RORO: Roll On Roll Off) due to risk of damage to vehicle and theft of parts.

All international purchases must be paid by bank wire transfer in US Dollar funds only.

Once we have received the funds. we will prepare the car for international shipment through one of our approved land and ocean carriers. We file all the necessary documents for export. deliver the car to a US port. secure it in containers and board an ocean carrier. We can land a vehicle to any port worldwide handling container traffic. We export cars regularly and are familiar with export requirements. You. or your agent. are responsible for Custom clearing the vehicle and registration in your own country.

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