1954 To 1963
| Production | 1954–1963 |
|---|---|
| Platform | Mercedes-Benz W121 BII (190SL) Mercedes-Benz W198 (300SL) |
| Engine | 1.9L M121 I4 3.0L M198 I6 |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm (94.5 in) |
| Length | 4,520 mm (178.0 in) |
| Width | 1,790 mm (70.5 in) |
| Height | 1,300 mm (51.2 in) |
The 300SL roadster succeeded the Gullwing in 1957. The 4-cylinder 190SL was more widely produced with 25,881 units, starting in 1955. Cars of the open SL-Class were available as a coupe with a removable hardtop or as a roadster with convertible soft top or with both tops. Production for the 190SL and 300SL ended in 1963.
- 300SL ("Gullwing"): 1954–1957, 3.0L I6, 215 hp (160 kW)
- 300SL (Roadster): 1957–1963 3.0L I6, 225 hp (168 kW)
- 190SL: 1955–1963, 1.9L I4, 105 hp (78 kW)
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