First series, fully restored in every detail — bodywork, mechanics to “zero hours,” and interiors retrimmed with certified period-correct leather — this Mercedes 190 SL blends German refinement with surprising performance. Included in the price is our premium warranty: 2 years on bodywork and 1 year on mechanics.
Unveiled at Frankfurt in 1954, the 190 SL immediately won over public and critics alike thanks to its superior build quality, grand touring comfort, and lively engine equipped with twin Solex carburetors. Just 25,811 units were built — this rarity, together with its immortal styling inspired by its big sister, the 300 SL “Gullwing,” makes it highly coveted by collectors worldwide.
With supple suspension and a precise gearbox, driving it is a pleasure from another era: a journey into the elegance of the 1950s, ready to be lived on the road with a test drive at our North Rome showroom.
Soft curves, a tapered tail, and a slim chrome grille: the 190 SL is a Mercedes-Benz style manifesto. This example wears its original silver livery, restored using water-based paints to remain faithful to its factory finish.
Supportive seats, ergonomic driving position, and a spirited 105 hp engine: the 190 SL offered — and still offers — the perfect balance between grand touring comfort and dynamic driving fun.
The bodywork of the 190 SL, penned by Friedrich Geiger, embodies formal purity and harmonious proportions. Chrome details, panoramic windshield, and a perfectly tensioned fabric soft top underline its star presence as a true vintage icon.
The M121 BII engine with overhead valves and twin Solex carburetors delivers 105 hp — an advanced horsepower-per-litre figure for its time, synonymous with reliability and verve.
Restored to perfection, it runs smoothly and quietly today, ready to deliver vintage driving pleasure with complete peace of mind.
This restored 190 SL is available for road tests by appointment at our showroom on Via Orti della Farnesina 140, Rome.
Book your visit and be captivated by the timeless allure of one of the most elegant roadsters in automotive history.
ASI certification is our hallmark: every car in the collection is guaranteed authentic in every detail.
