Beschreibung:

1958 MERCEDES-BENZ 190 SL ROADSTER Registration No. Not UK registered Chassis No. 1210428500792 Engine No. Tba Red with Black Interior Engine: four cylinder, single overhead camshaft, 1897cc, 105bhp at 5,700 rpm; Gearbox: four speed manual; Brakes: four wheel drum; Suspension: front, independent, rear, single joint swing axle, coil springs. Left hand drive. Although it tended to be overshadowed by the larger 300SL, the 190SL was a high quality sports tourer noted for its refinement and elegance. When introduced in February 1954 it was thought to be a little slow, but by 1958 the engine output had been raised to 105bhp, commendable for a 2-litre power unit running with little stress. All this gave the car good performance with a top speed of 110mph and 0 to 60mph in 13.3 seconds. Contemporary road testers found third gear a useful overtaking ratio taking the 190SL to over 75mph. Performance was described as sparkling with a reassuring level of safety. Fuel consumption of 20 to 26mpg with a 14.3-gallon tank gave the car a cruising range of around 350 miles, emphasising its essentially touring character. Strictly a two-seater, the 190 has good luggage capacity. The car's stability is commendable and the ride is good even by modern standards. The car went to Japan in the 1980s and is in good order throughout. However before extensive use, Christie's would recommend that a full mechanical check-over be carried out.