Mercedes-Benz 300 Sc Roadster A W 188 - 1957 Serial number: 1880157500053 Engine: in-line front mounted 7-main bearing six-cylinder M 199/199.980 Bore x stroke: 85 x 88 mm Capacity: 2 996 cc Timing gear: chain-driven SOHC Intake: six-piston pump Bosch injection Compression ratio: 8.55:1 Maximum power: 175 bhp @ 5 400 rpm Clutch: single dry disc Transmission: 4-ratio + R manual gearbox Chassis frame: oval tubes with central x-bracing Body: 2-door 2-seat n° 079 Front suspension: independent, double wishbones, coil springs, telescopic shocks, antiroll bar Rear suspension: independent, double coil springs, swing axles, telescopic shocks Wheelbase: 2 900 mm Front track: 1 480 mm Rear track: 1 525 mm Dry weight: 1 170 kg (chassis only) Brakes: four drums, power hydraulic Wheels: 5K x 15 steel discs Tyres: 205/70R 15 Performance: 180 kph/112 mph max. speed Production: 49 examples from Jan. 1956 to July 1957 Please refer to Lot 12 for the model story The car offered here had been part of the Blackhawk Collection famed for the quality of their restoration work. It had been since refinished in very dark blue with a Prussian blue shade. The white hood is beige lined. The selector knob is white like the steering wheel. Inside the car the leather trims are light grey with dark grey piping. The citron-tree wooden trimmings are new. The car overall condition could be said "concours". The mileage on the clock amounts to 3 870 km (2 418 miles) after a restoration from the chassis. The boot contains two specific (fitted) suitcases and a light grey leather hood cover. This 300 Sc roadster is the most looked for model of the 300 family, even compared to the 300 SL! European title Ex American title available FIVA identity card e 120/180 000