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1956 Mercedes-Benz, 300Sc

Coupe, Full Concours Restoration, 30 Year Ownership, Fantastic!

$458,800

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SOLD to New Mexico!! This is a fresh four year concours restoration of a beautiful hand-built 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300Sc Coupe. The restoration was literally finished in March 2019. It has been owned by the Arsuaga family for the past 30 years in La Jolla, California. This 300Sc has never been shown and will provide ample opportunity to the new owner to share it at concours events worldwide.

According to the data card supplied by Mercedes, this was a USA delivered car from new to Mr. J. Louis. The Arsuaga family bought it from the internationally known 300Sc expert Chuck Brahms. This is one of the 98 fuel-injected 300Sc coupes built by Mercedes-Benz and one of the most rare post-War offerings by the factory. It is rare to have a 300Sc that was delivered new in the USA, and has been in California for most, if not all of its life.

The vehicle offered here is a beautiful example that has been subject to a complete no-expense spared restoration. The livery is finished in a deep dark blue and the body retains all the original chrome work, which was individually made to fit each car. Inside, the deep tan leather is matched with original handles and fittings capped off with the carefully restored walnut dashboard. The rear compartment includes a purpose-built stowage compartment, and the spare wheel and tools are in excellent condition.

This is a stunning, high quality restoration by Sebastian Dominguez at SB Coachwork Restorations in Southern California. They are well regarded for their metal finishing without using fillers. The 300Sc was in nice original condition when the restoration was started. Every component of the car was rebuilt and restored. The original chrome wheels (correctly date coded) are available and are being chrome finished and will be exchanged for the painted 300S wheels presently shown on the motorcar. This 300Sc is ready for concours competition world-wide. It has yet to be shown and is worth of Pebble Beach, Amelia Island and Villa d’Este. It has recently been inspected by a renowned expert who verified the quality of the restoration work.

Chassis number: 188 014 65 00093
Engine number:199 980 65 00093
Body number: 188 014 65 00052

Transmission: 188 195
Front axle: 229 L 228 R
Rear Axle: 127 hyp
Steering: DB 129

SPECIFICATIONS: 175 hp (DIN), 2,996 cc OHC inline six-cylinder engine with Bosch mechanical fuel injection, four-speed manual transmission, independent front suspension with tube shocks and coil springs, single-pivot rear swing axle with tube shocks and coil springs, and four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes. Wheelbase: 2,902 mm

More details coming soon. For more information or to schedule an inspection at our San Marcos, CA facility, call or text Harry Clark at +1.602.245.7200 or email us at harry@classicpromenade.com.

1956 Mercedes-Benz, 300Sc

$458,800

PRIVATE SALE STATUS
SELLER NAME
LOCATION USA
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1956 Mercedes-Benz, 300Sc
1956 Mercedes-Benz, 300Sc

$458,800

VIN 188.014.6500093
BODY STYLE Coupe
MILES 68,500
GEARBOX Mannual
DOORS 2
INT COLOR Tan
EXT COLOR Blue
YEAR 1956
LOCATION Phoenix, AZ
PRIVATE SALE STATUS
SELLER
VIEWS 152

Mercedes-Benz 300Sc

Interesting Fact: The Mercedes-Benz 300Sc first appeared in 1955 and followed the release of the 300 S. It features upgrades to both the engine and suspension while producing 150 horsepower. The only distinguishing factor from the 300 S is a pair of chrome stripes on both sides of the hood. This two-door luxury car was…
Interesting Fact: The Mercedes-Benz 300Sc first appeared in 1955 and followed the release of the 300 S. It features upgrades to both the engine and suspension while producing 150 horsepower. The only distinguishing factor from the 300 S is a pair of chrome stripes on both sides of the hood. This two-door luxury car was placed on an FR layout and uses a four-speed manual transmission to generate its power. The 300Sc was released in a standard two-door hardtop option, a two-door cabriolet option, and a two-door roadster. A unique feature on the 300Sc is the independent suspension system that is fitted on the rear of the vehicle and the mechanical direct fuel-injection added to its incline-six engine. Even though the 300Sc was first released decades ago, it holds up as a powerful and enjoyable vehicle for thousands of car enthusiasts.

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