• Part of The Aurora Collection
• Among Mercedes-Benz’s most exclusive offerings; one of only 53 built
• Powered by a straight-six 3.0-litre engine with mechanical direct fuel-injection
• Retains its matching-numbers body, chassis, and engine according to factory records
• Shows evidence of an older restoration; presented in desirable configuration

At the beginning of the 1950s, Mercedes-Benz began an assault of product launches. The key new model platforms were aligned with the overarching ambition to enhance the marque’s public perception as a premium brand. This era led to the introduction of the Sonderklasse—or S-Class—further to numerous luxury and sports models sharing the “300” badge.

The 300 S was revealed in 1951 and represented the pinnacle of the Three-Pointed Star’s product portfolio. It utilised sleek styling with advanced technologies for the time, and shared a number of components with the 300 SL ‘Gullwing’—notably around the chassis, engine, and suspension. The luxurious two-seater was available in cabriolet, coupé, or roadster form. The updated 300 Sc was revealed in 1955, adding mechanical direct fuel-injection to the straight-six 3.0-litre engine in the style of the Gullwing.

Chassis 6500090 is one of only 53 examples built as an Sc Roadster. While the earlier history of the car is yet to be uncovered, it is documented to have joined The Aurora Collection in 2011. The Mercedes-Benz shows signs of an older restoration, thought to have been completed in the USA, and is presented in attractive green over deep brown leather, complemented by chrome and walnut-finish details around the interior. Its four-speed manual gearbox is controlled by a column-shift changer. The car retains its matching-numbers body, chassis, and engine.

As elegant and opulent now as it was when first revealed, this rare Mercedes-Benz is the perfect candidate for drop-top summer cruising.
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