Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
R121
The W121-based 190 SL and 300 SL roadster era established the SL name in the 1950s as a lightweight, luxury open-top sports car. The 300 SL roadster used the R121 chassis code and was sold in the U.S. during its production run. It ended before the next-generation SL roadsters arrived.
1957–1971
R121
U.S. market
Production
1957–1971
Body code
R121
Body styles
Roadster
Modifications
4
| Modification | Engine | Power | Transmission | Drive | Years | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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mercedes-benz 190 sl
1957–1963
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Gasoline · 1897.0 L · 105 hp | 4-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 105 | 1957–1963 | View details |
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mercedes-benz 300 sl gullwing
1957–1957
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Gasoline · 2996.0 L · 215 hp | 4-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 215 | 1957–1957 | View details |
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mercedes-benz 300 sl roadster
1957–1963
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Gasoline · 2996.0 L · 215 hp | 4-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 215 | 1957–1963 | View details |
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mercedes-benz 300 sl roadster (disc brakes)
1961–1963
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Gasoline · 2996.0 L · 215 hp | 4-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 215 | 1961–1963 | View details |