220sl

[Helmet]

You learn something new every day, enjoy

http://www.smh.com.au/executive-style/motors/the-little-champion-of-mighty-motorclassica-20141024-11b9rd.html

 

[motec 6.9]

Thanks Helmet must be talking about the former Dealer BEA in Adelaide. Very interesting didn't know there was such a car either.

 

[SEL_69L]

They probably had the 230SL in mind at the time when they decided not to proceed with the 220SL

It is much easier to build a few prototypes than to set up tooling and production for an entirely new roadster. It is my guess that this is what Daimler Benz decided to do, but it DOES require the commitment of money and time.

 

[abl567]

I saw this car during the 2008 M-100 group down under rally, very nice