1954 - 1962 Mercedes Benz SL

Following the racing success of the 1952-1953 W198 300SLR Gullwing, the 1954 300SL production model was the fastest car on the American road. For its racing heritage, technological innovations, distinctive style, and small production numbers, Gullwing cars (available through 1957) remain über-collectible. The 300SL roadster that arrived in 1958 used the same fuel-injected inline-six (133-ci, 219-hp) as the Gullwing, with some added comfort and practicality; a carbureted four-cylinder powered the more attainable 190SL. Both models sold well and received continual refinements over the next five years.