Mercedes-Benz 190 SL '62

This Mercedes-Benz 190 SL was first registered on May 14, 1962, and is considered one of the most elegant roadsters of the 1960s. Professionally restored in the past, it now presents itself as an attractive basis for enthusiasts looking for a classic 190 SL with potential for further improvement.

Our Oldtimerfarm inspection team has prepared an expertise report containing the following.

Technical details

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  Make: Mercedes-Benz

  
  


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  Model: 190 SL

  
  


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  Year: 1962

  
  


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  Engine: 1,897 cc four-cylinder

  
  


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  Transmission: Manual gearbox

  
  


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  Drive: Rear-wheel drive

  
  


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  Colour: Red

  
  


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  Mileage: 87,913 km (odometer reading)

  
  


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  Chassis number: 12104010024325

  
  


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  Hardtop included

  
  

Condition and remarks

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  Bodywork: Repainted – presents well, sills strong but amateurishly repaired. Original colour feuerwehr rot, now darker cherry red. Rare hardtop in body colour included

  
  


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  Paint: Signs of normal use – repainted

  
  


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  Underside: Original and solid, older restoration – small hole, welded oil pan, floor panel not original

  
  


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  Tyres: Good tread but aged – limited usability

  
  


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  Interior: Restored with signs of use – carpets used, soft top in good condition

  
  


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  Engine bay: Older restoration – engine runs well, professionally restored with invoice 10 years ago – coolant leak at thermostat housing and radiator

  
  


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  Maintenance: Required

  
  


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  Battery: In good condition – still usable for a few years

  
  


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  Brakes: Repair required – brake test not conform

  
  


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  Handbrake: Repair required – brake test not conform

  
  


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  Electrical system: Wipers, heater and dashboard functional – horn not working, poor contact in ignition switch, right rear indicator not working

  
  


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  Suspension: Repair required – play in left front steering joint, left front kingpin, slight play in right front and rear axle

  
  

Strong points

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  Iconic Mercedes-Benz roadster from the 1960s

  
  


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  Older professional restoration – attractive presentation

  
  


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  Highly sought-after collector’s model with strong market demand

  
  

Available for viewing at Oldtimerfarm, Lobulckstraat 9, 9880 Aalter.
Request the full inspection report via info@oldtimerfarm.be or call +32(0)472.40.13.38.
Visits possible with or without appointment – bridge inspection available on request.
More than 300 classic cars and motorcycles available – only 5 minutes from exit E40 Aalter.