A custom Mercedes-Benz 300 SL with matelassé-like seats.
In the '50s, a legend with its origins in motor racing was born.
Now, it’s time for Mercedes-Benz 300 SL to be part of high-end collections & be customized by car builders.
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METCHA - Mercedes-Benz - classic cars - a custom Mercedes-Benz 300 SL with leather matelassé-like seats
Why not? After all, this is a chance for enthusiasts to turn timeless wheels on a vehicle even more exclusive.
300 SL, the first vehicle in the world to bear the Super Light designation, featured special strokes of engineering and design genius.
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METCHA - Mercedes-Benz - classic cars - a custom Mercedes-Benz 300 SL with leather matelassé-like seats
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METCHA - Mercedes-Benz - classic cars - a custom Mercedes-Benz 300 SL with leather matelassé-like seats
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METCHA - Mercedes-Benz - classic cars - a custom Mercedes-Benz 300 SL with leather matelassé-like seats
Visionary, the top-hinged doors that swung upwards & matelassé-like leather interiors in bright blue played a part on impressive looks to match its high performance.
Still keeping it safe, a custom has recently made social media polarized, where the classic 300 SL’s wheels were replaced by Toyo tires.
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METCHA - Mercedes-Benz - classic cars - a custom Mercedes-Benz 300 SL with leather matelassé-like seats
While a contemporary touch might turn a legendary car into something unique, some say this is not the point at all.
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