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1962 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL (W121) for sale

£184,950

Exterior color
Blu Julie (dark metallic blue)
Upholstery
Beige leather
Transmission
4-speed manual
Steering position
Right-hand drive

Overview of this 1962 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL (W121) used for sale

Joe Macari offers this 1962 right-hand-drive Mercedes-Benz 190 SL in Blu Julie with beige leather and a dark blue soft top. Bought by its current owner in 2018, it was fully restored by SL Classics in Germany, from the shell to the mechanicals, and has covered just under 1,200 miles since. A W121-series roadster introduced in 1954, the 190 SL uses a 1.9-liter 4-cylinder and a 4-speed manual. A matching leather luggage set is included.

Specifications of this 1962 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL (W121)

Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
190 SL (W121)
Specialist
Joe Macari
Exterior color
Blu Julie (dark metallic blue)
Upholstery
Beige leather
Transmission
4-speed manual
Steering position
Right-hand drive
Model year
1962
Body style
Roadster
Fuel
Gasoline
Cylinders
4
Displacement
1,897 cm³
Doors
2
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive

Model reference specifications

Engine
1.9-liter inline-four
Power
104 hp
Performance
105 PS (77 kW) at 5,700 rpm and 142 Nm at 3,200 rpm, and a top speed of 173 km/h
Chassis
Instead of the purpose-built tubular spaceframe of the 300 SL, the 190 SL uses a shortened steel unitary floorpan taken from the W121 saloon, with double wishbones at the front, swing axles at the rear, coil springs all round, recirculating ball steering and power-assisted 230 mm drum brakes. Dry weight is 1,160 kg, 20 kg more with the hardtop.

Model background · Mercedes-Benz 190 SL

Production period
1955–1963 ; 25,881 built
Assembly locations
West Germany: Stuttgart; Untertürkheim
Design and development
Karl Wilfert, Walter Häcker
Platform
Mercedes-Benz W121

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This vehicle’s price£184,950

USD calculation basis ≈ $251,210. Indicative conversion, rates dated August 28, 2026.

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Options and equipment

Reported details and equipment

Restoration Bought by its current owner in 2018 and fully restored by SL Classics in Germany: bare-metal respray, retrimmed interior, overhauled engine, gearbox, brakes and suspension; just under 1,200 miles since
Documents included Service invoices, MOT certificates dating back to the 1970s, two photo albums of the restoration
VAT Status not stated by the seller

Equipment

Seller-listed equipment 2

  • Dark blue canvas soft top
  • Three-piece matching leather luggage set

Equipment as listed by the dealer. Verify the specification with the dealer before purchase.

FAQ

FAQ about the 1962 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL (W121)

How much is this 1962 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL (W121)?

The asking price is £184,950 (about $251,210).

Is this 1962 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL (W121) a good deal?

Its price is 32% above the median of the other 6 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL for sale on LuxuryPulse ($189,831).

Is this 1962 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL (W121) new or used?

It is offered as a used car.

What color is this 1962 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL (W121)?

Blu Julie (dark metallic blue) exterior with Beige leather interior.

What engine does this 1962 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL (W121) have?

Engine: 1.9-liter inline-four. Transmission: Four-speed manual. The Mercedes-Benz 190 SL is rated at 104 hp (105 PS), according to Wikipedia.

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