This 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190SL was purchased in November 2016 before
traveling to Germany where it was restored by Thissen Auto
Resteration in Geldern, Germany between 2.Work included
stripping the car down to bare metal for paint and body,
reupholstering the interior an overhaul of the 1.9-liter inline
four-cylinder, and further refreshing various mechanical systems.
Features include a four-speed manual transmission, a new black
convertible top, 13" steel wheels, body-color hubcaps, an analog
clock and a push-button radio. This 190SL is now offered with
restoration photos, the owner's manual, receipts, a tool kit and a
clean California title. An unrestored hardtop is included with the
car The car was repainted during the restoration, and specified in
original MB color code for Silver Gray (180).Other features include
double side mirrors and a light-colored windshield surround,
radiator grille and bumpers. The 13" steel wheels showcase chrome
rings, hubcaps with body accents and 165/80 tires. The interior
features original seats upholstered in red leather that extends to
the door panels and dashboard trim. The floor is covered with red
carpet. A push-button radio, an analog clock and a dash-mounted
rear-view mirror. The trunk is fitted with a set of red carpet.The
two-spoke steering wheel frames VDO instruments, including a 140
mph speedometer and a 7,000 rpm tachometer, as well as gauges for
oil pressure, water temperature and fuel level. The five-digit
odometer shows less than 6,900 miles, and the total mileage is
unknown. According to factory specifications, the 1.9-liter M121
inline four-cylinder produces 104 hp and 105 Ib-ft of torque, which
is transmitted to the rear wheels via a fully synchronized
four-speed manual transmission.We are pleased to offer this
wonderful example out of a stellar Pebble Beach, California
collection, where it has been enjoyed here on the Central Coast
amongst its contemporaries on rallies and cars & coffee events.All
inspections welcome. We ship worldwide.Contact us at
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