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Mercedes-Benz SL

W1981957–1963

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300 sl roadster ↗4-speed manual · 1957–1963Gasoline · 2996.0 L · 240 hp240 hpRear-wheel drive
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The 300 SL roadster was the open-top successor to the original 300 SL Gullwing and established the SL name as a high-performance grand tourer. It used the W198 chassis and was sold in the United States during its production run.

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