A beautiful Mercedes 190 SL in a classic silver exterior with red leather upholstery. Originally delivered in the U.S. It arrived from Ohio in 2011 and was subsequently restored from the ground up by Mercedes SL specialists. Documentation is available in digital form.

Special feature: 3rd emergency seat

History:
The Mercedes-Benz 190 SL is a two-seater roadster (W121 series) that was produced between 1955 and 1963 and served as a popular, more affordable alternative to the 300 SL. It was offered with a fabric convertible top or an optional hardtop. Technically, it is based on the floor pan of the “Ponton” sedan and features a 1.9-liter four-cylinder engine producing 105 PS and a 4-speed manual transmission. It is characterized by its design, which is inspired by the Gullwing, as well as its robustness, reliability, and excellent handling.
General Features:
Production period: May 1955 to February 1963
Model series: W121
Body style: Two-seater roadster, optionally with hardtop
Base technology: Represents a technically related but independent design from the “Ponton” sedan.
Technical Specifications:
Engine: 1.9-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine with 77 kW (105 PS) and overhead camshaft
Transmission: Fully synchronized four-speed manual transmission
Acceleration: 0–100 km/h in approximately 14.5 seconds
Top speed: 170 km/h
Fuel consumption: Contemporary figures of around 8.6 liters/100 km are reported.
Special features:
Design:
The body design is closely modeled after the more elegant gull-wing model, which gives it a high level of brand recognition.
Handling:
The 190 SL is considered both sporty and comfortable. It offers good steering response and excellent road holding.
Technical Details:
A notable feature is the use of a shortened underbody from the sedan, which made it more affordable compared to other sports cars.
Carburetors:
The engine is powered by two Solex 44 PHH carburetors.