1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Widebody
The is surely one of the most beautiful cars in history. Produced between 1954 and 1957 as a coupe and between 1957 and 1963 as a roadster, the 300 SL was sold in just 3,258 examples and it’s probably safe to say not all of these units still exist. Given that, it’s quite a rare sight to see someone turning a 300 SL into a restomod.
The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL is among the most iconic nameplates in automotive history, let along the history of the German manufacturer. Widely regarded as the world’s first supercar, the 300 SL has maintained a reputation as a collector car since its creation. In the past couple of decades, these amazing machines have soared in popularity.
This 300SL build is truly unique and stylish that you may as an automotive fashionista that tailors bespoke and visually pleasing sportscars.
In addition to the late model Mercedes-Benz frame and drivetrain donor, this 300SL features Koenigsegg style doors, air-ride suspension, electric hatch and trunk, custom red leather dashboard and interior, and Toyo Proxes Sports tires mounted on HRE forged wheels.
The car rides on HRE Performance rims that are wrapped in Toyo tires. This 300SL speedster runs a Brembo GT brake kit on all four corners and rides on an Air Lift Performance air suspension system. A supercharged AMG V6 sits under the hood of this restomod, and this 3.2-liter motor produces 349 horsepower in its stock tune.
Aside from the deep, guttural voice, other elements that make this 300 SL stand out are the exaggerated flared fenders, the side-exist exhaust pipes, the golden engine, the flying buttresses serving as headrests, among others. And on a humorous note, the stacks of fake cash in the trunk add a special character to the already attention-grabbing build.
Mercedes-Benz has always been one of the world’s top automakers, and some of its classic models easily stand testimony. But when inspiration strikes, even the company itself would probably turn out impressed by unique builds like this one right here.
