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Debuting in 1927, the 'S' was an enhanced descendant of the already famous 'K' which began production two years prior. Both were designed by Dr. Ferdinand Porsche, Mercedes' Chief Engineer. The 'S' was definitely a sporting chassis with a low center of gravity designed for spirited and competition driving purposes. In 1927 alone, the Type 'S' was responsible for 27 victories, breaking 10 records at the same time.
The supercharged overhead cam six-cylinder now displaced 6.8 liters, and produced over 180 horsepower when the blower was engaged. Twin carburetors and double ignition were enlisted to retain the power up to the maximum 3,000 RPM. Power was fed through a multiple disc clutch to a four-speed transmission and could propel the 2,800 lb. chassis to well over 100 mph. During the two-year run of 1927-1928, just 146 Type 'S' were built.
This was originally owned by Al Jolson and subsequently by noted designer Brooks Stevens. The car was purchased from Stevens by Don Williams in 1990. The car was in mint condition when purchased in 1990. In 1991 the car was completely restored by Mike Fennel Restorations.
The 6.8-liter 'S' models were built from 1927 through 1928 and were the victorious favorites of world famous drivers. They also scored highly at international auto salons where experts proclaimed this model 'the last word in motor car design.' The Type S was the ultimate supercar of the late 1920s, driven by Barney Oldfield, Al Jolson and Harold Vanderbilt, among others.Source - Blackhawk Collection
The supercharged overhead cam six-cylinder now displaced 6.8 liters, and produced over 180 horsepower when the blower was engaged. Twin carburetors and double ignition were enlisted to retain the power up to the maximum 3,000 RPM. Power was fed through a multiple disc clutch to a four-speed transmission and could propel the 2,800 lb. chassis to well over 100 mph. During the two-year run of 1927-1928, just 146 Type 'S' were built.
This was originally owned by Al Jolson and subsequently by noted designer Brooks Stevens. The car was purchased from Stevens by Don Williams in 1990. The car was in mint condition when purchased in 1990. In 1991 the car was completely restored by Mike Fennel Restorations.
The 6.8-liter 'S' models were built from 1927 through 1928 and were the victorious favorites of world famous drivers. They also scored highly at international auto salons where experts proclaimed this model 'the last word in motor car design.' The Type S was the ultimate supercar of the late 1920s, driven by Barney Oldfield, Al Jolson and Harold Vanderbilt, among others.Source - Blackhawk Collection
2017 RM Sothebys : Monterey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $3,500,000-USD $4,000,000
Lot was not sold
1928 Mercedes-Benz Model S Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Mercedes-Benz Model S
(Data based on Model Year 1928 sales)
1928 Mercedes-Benz 36/220 S-Type Four-Seated Sports Tourer Coachwork by Sindelfingen Chassis#: 35985 Sold for USD$3,727,695 2024 Bonhams : Goodwood Festival of Speed | |
1928 Mercedes-Benz 26/120/180-S-Type Supercharged Sports Tourer Chassis#: 35920 Sold for USD$5,395,000 2021 Bonhams : Quail Lodge | |
1928 MERCEDES-BENZ TYP S 26/120/180 SUPERCHARGED SPORTS TOURER Chassis#: 35323 Sold for USD$4,812,500 2017 Bonhams : Scottsdale, AZ | |
1928 Mercedes-Benz 680S Torpedo Roadster by Carrosserie J. Saoutchik Chassis#: 35949 Sold for USD$8,250,000 2013 RM Auctions - Monterey | |
1928 Mercedes-Benz 36/220 6.8-litre S-Type Four-Seat Open Tourer Chassis#: 35906 Sold for USD$4,543,096 2012 Bonhams - Collectors' Motor Cars and Automobilia | |
1928 Mercedes-Benz S 26/180 Boattail Speedster Sold for USD$3,740,000 2010 Gooding and Company - Pebble Beach Auctions | |
1928 Mercedes-Benz 26/120/180 S-type 6.8-litre supercharged Torpedo Roadster Sold for USD$3,363,278 2008 Bonhams - Paris Expo, Porte de Versailles Automobiles d'Exception |
Mercedes-Benz Model Ss That Failed To Sell At Auction
1928 Mercedes-Benz Model S's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1928 Mercedes-Benz S-Type 26/180 Sports Tourer | 35920 | 2017 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach | $5,000,000 | $6,000,000 | |
1928 Mercedes-Benz 26/120/180 Type S Sports 4 by Sindelfingen | 35947 | 2017 RM Sothebys : Monterey | $3,500,000 | $4,000,000 | |
1928 Mercedes-Benz 680 S Torpedo-Sport Avant-Garde by Saoutchik | 35949 | 2017 RM Sothebys : Villa Erba | $6,500,000 | $8,000,000 |
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