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1956 Silver Mercedes-benz 190sl Grand Touring Convertible-classic Mb!! on 2040-cars

Year:1956 Mileage:103000 Color: Silver /
 Red
Location:

Los Angeles, California, United States

Los Angeles, California, United States
Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:4 Cylinder
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: 1219216500989 Year: 1956
Model: 190-Series
Trim: 190SL
Options: Leather Seats, Convertible
Drive Type: 4-speed manual
Mileage: 103,000
Exterior Color: Silver
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: Red
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Number of Cylinders: 4
Sub Model: 190SL
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

CLASSIC 
1956 Mercedes 190SL

I bought this classic Mercedes in January 2001 from a gentleman in New Jersey. It had had a "minor restoration" by the prior owner. The prior owner also confirmed that the engine is original to the car. Before I bought it, the carburetor system was rebuilt, and a brake booster was added. It also got a new distributor, a new clutch, new fuel tank, new rear shocks, and a re-built starter.

Since I bought it twelve years ago, it has been meticulously maintained by Sehmi Motors in Los Angeles, which specializes in classic MB's. They have the maintenance history and can answer any additional questions about the car. She starts every time, and runs and drives beautifully. The transmission is incredibly smooth, it handles like a dream and sounds incredible even when idling!

It was in fantastic shape when I bought it, but nonetheless, I had my restorer do the following as soon as it arrived in Los Angeles: 
 
* Rewired starter button (it had been by-passed)
* Replaced king pins and bushings
* Replaced tie rod end assembly
* New gaskets
* New windshield
* Replaced door seals and window channels
* Replaced the clock with an original "winder" from a 1956 190
* Re-mounted the carburetor

During my 12 years of light use, It has been meticulously maintained by my restorer, and he has performed the following work:

* Replaced ignition points
* Generator
* Voltage regulator
* Updated hoses
* Updated wiring and wiring harness
* Updated emergency brake lever mechanism
* 4 new tires (they have a few thousand miles on them, but appear like new.)

There's very little wrong with the car that I'm aware of, except the door locks may not work reliably (I never keep the top up, so I never thought about fixing them.) Also, there are a few small cosmetic imperfections, but frankly they're not easy to spot.

I've collected classic cars for 20 years, and the Mercedes 190SL is my absolute favorite! If you've never been around an early 190SL you will be stunned at it's simple beauty and elegance. The only real hassle in driving it, is answering questions at every stoplight! I'm selling this and another classic MB convertible because sadly my doctor doesn't allow me in the sun anymore. But I would love for someone else to enjoy it now that summer is here!

FOR MORE INFO 
PLEASE CALL: 323-939-3565
OR EMAIL: jsl@bhdrl.com


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