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Used 1958 Mercedes-Benz SL Class for sale
190 SL ROADSTER
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€94,995
€89,995
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 2 seats, including the driver. Check passenger space and any child-seat fit in person.
- Many journeys are local or relatively short: petrol can fit that use without choosing diesel just for occasional long trips.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 2 people together: the advert records 2 seats, including the driver.
- You need predictable ownership costs: at around 68 years old and 143,228 km, check maintenance records and upcoming work. Mileage alone does not tell you the car's condition.
- You need servicing to fit a tight budget: Spanner estimates higher maintenance costs for this type. Get quotes for the exact engine and gearbox before committing.
- You regularly help children or passengers into the rear: fewer doors can make access awkward. Try your child seats and usual passenger routine before deciding.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
In 1958 Mercedes produced SL models such as the 190 SL (twin carburettors) and the 300 SL roadster (famous mechanical fuel injection); both are petrol, manual‑gear cars but parts, complexity and market value differ a lot between them. Manual gearbox and clutch wear are common on period cars, and the fuel system type (carb vs mechanical injection) will strongly affect servicing cost and specialist skills required. Check provenance and whether the car is matching‑numbers or a restored/replicated example — that dramatically affects value and running costs.
- Chassis, floorpan and sills for structural corrosion or repaired tub sections (look under carpets and in boot seams).
- Soft‑top condition and folding mechanism for tears, frame corrosion and leaks around the rear window and header rail.
- Engine and fuel system: evidence of oil leaks, condition of carburettors or mechanical injection components and history of fuel/pump rebuilds.
- Manual gearbox and clutch: engagement, slipping, pop-out gears and clutch bite point (heavy wear is common after decades of use).
- Brake hydraulics and pipes: check for seized wheel cylinders/lines, condition of hoses and whether brakes have been upgraded or converted from original spec.
Spanner’s our AI mechanic — always have a proper look at the car in person before buying.
Beshoff Motors are proud to present this 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL presented in silver metallic with contrasting red leather interior. First registered in Germany in 1958, it remained there for nearly 20 years before being exported to Canada in 1977. It stayed in North America until February 1997, then was imported to Ireland where it has had just two owners over the past 18 years. The vehicle is accompanied by the original owner's manual and a record of maintenance invoices dating from 1974 onwards. This example has recently undergone light recommissioning by specialist Custodian Classics, with over €6,000 spent to prepare the car for its next owner. Welcome to Beshoff Motors — a family-run dealership with over 50 years of presence in the motor trade. Founded by Jeremy Beshoff in 2009 and now run alongside his sister Natassja, we specialise in sports, luxury and performance vehicles prepared to high standards. We offer a range of finance options including Hire Purchase and Personal Contract Purchase, and we consider part-exchange. Come to browse our current stock in our indoor showrooms located on the Grange Road, Baldoyle, Dublin 13. If these times do not suit you, we can arrange a virtual or out-of-hours appointment.