Vehicle Description
1929 Mercedes Benz Gazelle Replica
Although it's titled as a Mercedes-Benz, this neat little Gazelle
is a bit more affordable and probably every bit as much fun to
drive. Famously constructed from kits, they were a pretty
successful way for the enterprising hobbyist to give himself
something to do on weekends and end up with one of the
better-proportioned replicas of the period. And it's still a blast
to drive!
Based on humble GM mechanicals, the Gazelle is the antidote to the
more familiar inexpensive British and Italian sports cars of the
period. It offers neo-classic styling that most folks will at least
admire as it drives by, even if they don't know quite what it is,
and with rear-wheel-drive and a featherweight curb weight, it's
entertaining on the road. This one was built in the late 1980s and
shows quite well, as it's only been driven about a consigner stated
3,500 miles.
Exterior
For a fiberglass kit car, fit and finish are remarkably good, with
even door gaps, a snug-fitting trunk lid, and glossy paint that is
familiar to anyone who has driven, built, or even seen another
Gazelle. This one is highlighted by a 2-tone tan and brown paint
job which highlight the long hood and sweeping fenders. Other
details like the chrome grille, rubber running boards, and chromed
wire wheels, are all part of the vintage illusion and everything
remains in very good condition, so you know the car was loved and
treated right.
Interior
The seats are pure 1980's cool, one-piece buckskin leather buckets
that look futuristic, even in the vintage-looking Gazelle bodywork.
There's a matching rear seat that's probably best reserved for
children or your briefcase, and a luxurious wood-rimmed wheel gives
it an appropriate upscale feel. With very little wear and tear,
everything is in good order. The custom-made wooden dashboard
carries white-faced gauges that proudly spell out that they are
"Vintage Reproduction" and there's an AM/FM/Cassette stereo over
there on the passenger's side. Weather protection consists of very
1929-esque folding cloth top and side curtains, but they actually
give the car a very trim appearance and seal up better than a lot
of cars of the target era. There's a narrow trunk out back, big
enough for a few tools and supplies, and it, too, is nicely
upholstered with matching tan carpets.
Drivetrain
A GM 1.6 Liter 4-cylinder backed by a 3-speed automatic, both of
unknown origin as to exact model and type, runs smoothly, and
shifts automatically with no jumps or pushes, just smooth.
Undercarriage
Up on our lift we see black fiberglass tubs and fender wells, a
rust-free frame (from an unknown, but assumed GM car). Front disc
brakes, and rear drum brakes are noted.
Inexpensive fun that stands out in a crowd, that's all the Gazelle
wants to be. Can you imagine yourself driving down main street,
creating a one car parade? If that's your kind of fun, give us a
call today, or stop by our halls of Classic Auto Mall, and check
out this an all the other offerings you can OOOOHHHH and AHHHH
about.
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 300 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.