To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION at RM Sothebys' Milan event, 22 May 2025.

• An alloy engine block and disc brake example
• Offered from an exceptional private collection
• Only two owners from new; single ownership since 1996
• A marvellously original car that has been very well maintained
• Retains its matching-numbers body, chassis, and engine
• Offered with a copy of its Mercedes-Benz Data Card

The most sought-after iteration of the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster is those final 209 cars produced to the ultimate specification, with the lighter alloy engine block and powerful disc brakes, creating a machine with superior balance and stopping power to earlier models. It is difficult to acquire such an example, even more so to find one that has been conscientiously preserved, never falling into disrepair or requiring anything more than good maintenance. This is one such fortunate car.

Chassis number 198.042.10.003148, the exceptional Light Blue (DB 334 G) 300 SL Roadster offered here, was purchased new by Roy L Seeger. The Kinnelon, New Jersey resident was a veteran of the Korean War and long-time pilot for Eastern Air Lines. During their European honeymoon, Mr Seeger and his new wife, Hedy, took “tourist delivery” of the car in Stuttgart, and proceeded to drive it around the continent before bringing it back with him to the United States. It remained in the couple’s ownership for a remarkable 34 years.

Only after Mr Seeger’s passing in 1996 was it acquired from his widow for the distinguished collection of its current owner. In corresponding with Mrs Seeger, the owner noted: “We are not planning to do a restoration on your car, rather a careful conservation, because everything is in an original condition. I would like to assure you that your car will receive very careful and loving treatment, and indeed that the car which obviously played a very important part in the lives of yourself and your late husband has gone to a good home where it continues to be appreciated.”

While kept in the consignor’s ownership in the United States, the Roadster was sensitively maintained by the noted Scott Grundfor Company of California. It is believed that at least part of the paint remains original, while the original Roser leather interior remains in remarkable condition for its age, with light and charming patina, and the removable hardtop is still mounted. Inspection indicates that the car's major mechanical components are remarkably intact for one of these examples, with only the real axle and steering box having been replaced, both likely period exchanges done in Mr. Seeger's early ownership. The car is accompanied by its jack, an owner’s manual, service guide, and Becker radio instructions. Please note: per the detailed inspection report on file, while remarkably original for an alloy-block/disc brake car, this example does have a period replacement rear axle.

Very few extant 300 SL Roadsters have such a pristine history as this car, much less such amazing originality. Combined with known, brief ownership history and the sought-after disc brake and alloy block configuration, here is an outstanding example.
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