Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz
MERCEDES-BENZ 190SL

Roadster, coupè.

Poor man's 300SL with similar shape, plus twin-carburettor edition of the stock 190 unit and floor change for the synchro 'box. Servo brakes standard from mid-56; rhd, coupè and factory hardtop available. A promenade sports car with rust problems, but no major maintenance headaches, and you get 105mph and 28mpg - even if acceleration is poor.

Technical Specifications
Engine
1897cc (S4 OC)
Configuration
Front engine, rear-wheel drive
Production dates
1954 to 1963
Number produced
25,881
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