For Sale: 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL in Astoria, New York

1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing with factory Rudge wheels: A black plate California car This 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing is an absolutely stunning factory Rudge wheel example that's been a life-long California car. It was originally finished in highly desirable and incredibly stunning light metallic blue with red leather interior. It's a three owner car from new that still carries its California black plates. The car has covered approximately 85k miles and has never been restored. The original matching numbers engine was just rebuilt by Sigfred Linke. The gorgeous red leather interior is original and has a wonderful patina. It also comes with matching red luggage, although it may not be factory. The car has the manuals and tools. For the discerning collector, it would be difficult to find a more collectible example of one of the most sought-after and rarely seen Mercedes-Benzes ever built. -Factory Rudge wheel example-Black-plate California car-Original books and tools-Originally finished in highly desirable (DB353) light metallic blue -Beautiful original red leather interior-Recent engine rebuild-Matching numbers Price: $1,475,000