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Mercedes-Benz began offering a luxurious selection of Cabriolet models in the 1930s. The 500 and 540 Cabriolet were renowned for their high-speed open touring in the mid-1930s. The early post-war years saw the 300 'Adenauer' series become one of the finest cars available worldwide. When it came to introducing a new flagship model, Mercedes-Benz launched the W112. This new model was nearly twice the price of the 220 series. Adding to their exclusivity, they were sold out worldwide.
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class saloons, first shown at the Ferrari Auto Show in 1965, had the so-called 'New Generation' bodyshell. The Coupes and Cabriolets, however, had the timelessly elegant coachwork that debuted in 1959 on the 220SE. These top-of-the-range luxury models were equipped with air conditioning, electric windows, and stereo radio as standard. The 300SE was given a fuel-injected version of Mercedes-Benz's new, overhead-camshaft, seven-bearing six-cylinder engine that displaced 2996cc and offered 170 bhp (DIN). The buyer was given a choice of a four-speed manual or automatic transmission. In the back, there was a Mercedes-Benz hydro-pneumatic self-leveling system. In this guise, the 300Se was capable of 120 mph and could reach zero-to-sixty in about 12 seconds.
The W112 300 SE left the Stuttgart Mercedes-Benz plant in 1963. It was fitted with the optional four-speed manual transmission and finished in medium-blue color over the gray leather interior, the same livery it wears today. The first owner was Margaret Rockefeller Strong de Larraín, a granddaughter of oil magnate and philanthropist John D. Rockefeller. The 300SE stayed in Southern France before relocating to Palm Beach, Florida. It remained there in the care of two Floridian owners until recently.
Power is from the all-alloy fuel-injected straight-six engine, essentially carried over from the 300 SL roadster. There is a Becker radio and a period Kuhlmeister air-conditioning system.
In the care of its most recent owner, the car was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company auction held in Pebble Beach, California. It was estimated to sell for $80,000-100,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $79,750 inclusive of buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2011
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class saloons, first shown at the Ferrari Auto Show in 1965, had the so-called 'New Generation' bodyshell. The Coupes and Cabriolets, however, had the timelessly elegant coachwork that debuted in 1959 on the 220SE. These top-of-the-range luxury models were equipped with air conditioning, electric windows, and stereo radio as standard. The 300SE was given a fuel-injected version of Mercedes-Benz's new, overhead-camshaft, seven-bearing six-cylinder engine that displaced 2996cc and offered 170 bhp (DIN). The buyer was given a choice of a four-speed manual or automatic transmission. In the back, there was a Mercedes-Benz hydro-pneumatic self-leveling system. In this guise, the 300Se was capable of 120 mph and could reach zero-to-sixty in about 12 seconds.
The W112 300 SE left the Stuttgart Mercedes-Benz plant in 1963. It was fitted with the optional four-speed manual transmission and finished in medium-blue color over the gray leather interior, the same livery it wears today. The first owner was Margaret Rockefeller Strong de Larraín, a granddaughter of oil magnate and philanthropist John D. Rockefeller. The 300SE stayed in Southern France before relocating to Palm Beach, Florida. It remained there in the care of two Floridian owners until recently.
Power is from the all-alloy fuel-injected straight-six engine, essentially carried over from the 300 SL roadster. There is a Becker radio and a period Kuhlmeister air-conditioning system.
In the care of its most recent owner, the car was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company auction held in Pebble Beach, California. It was estimated to sell for $80,000-100,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $79,750 inclusive of buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2011
2011 Gooding and Company - Pebble Beach Auctions
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $80,000-USD $100,000
Sale Price :
USD $79,750
1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 Series Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Mercedes-Benz 300 Series
(Data based on Model Year 1963 sales)
1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE Coupé Chassis#: 112021-12-0041158 Sold for USD$55,522 2021 Artcurial : AUTOMOBILES SUR LES CHAMPS | |
1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE Coupé Chassis#: 112.021.10.003829 Sold for USD$42,919 2020 RM Sothebys : Paris | |
1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE Coupé Sold for USD$26,309 2017 RM Sothebys : London | |
1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE Coupé Sold for USD$50,333 2016 RM Sothebys : Duemila Ruote | |
1963 Mercedes-Benz 300SE Coupé Chassis#: 112.021-10-004361 Sold for USD$45,100 2015 Bonhams : Preserving the Automobile | |
1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE Cabriolet Chassis#: 112.023.10004937 Sold for USD$93,313 2013 RM Auction - London | |
1963 Mercedes-Benz 300SE Convertible Chassis#: 112023-10-003469 Sold for USD$74,750 2013 Bonhams - The Scottsdale Auction | |
1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE Cabriolet Chassis#: 112.023.10.004451 Sold for USD$79,750 2011 Gooding and Company - Pebble Beach Auctions | |
1963 Mercedes-Benz 300SE Cabriolet Chassis#: 112-023-22-004153 Sold for USD$25,939 2009 Bonhams - Collectors Motor Cars and Automobilia |
Mercedes-Benz 300 Seriess That Failed To Sell At Auction
1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 Series's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1963 Mercedes-Benz 300SE Coupe | 2013 Auctions America Auburn Fall | ||||
1963 Mercedes-Benz 300SE Cabriolet | 112023220003266 | 2003 Bonhams Lord's Cricket Ground 'Summer Vintage' | $16,000 | $18,000 |
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