spirited automobiles : rolling art : rare classics

This un-restored and nearly original 1960 300 SL Roadster is an iron block, drum-brake model with the soft and factory hard-top options, European Bosch headlights, Becker-Mexico AM/FM Radio, factory books, tools and jack (all original). The colour combination is white with the original black leather interior and a black soft-top. It was painted once in the late 1980s at which time the rubbers, including hoses, were replaced. To our knowledge the car has never been raced or in an accident. The previous owner kept the car in top shape with regular maintenance including oil changes every 1000 miles or at least once or twice a year. The glass and chrome barely show age. The lacquer paint is starting to crack at the front of the car and will need attention now and then. This 300SL Roadster is ideal for the collector who wants to get the feel for an great original. Why not drive this car for five years, then restore it properly. It would be a mistake to paint over this beautiful patina.