Historic 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster Listed for $2.6 Million

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A beautifully restored 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster is now on the market for $2.6 million, restored by the renowned Scott Grundfor Company. This particular model is a prime example of a blue-chip investment in the classic car world, reflecting the sustained growth and enthusiasm in the collector-car market. The Roadster, which has become increasingly popular over the years, is often seen as a bellwether for the health of the market, with its values climbing to lofty new heights akin to those of the Rüppells Vulture, the highest flying bird in the world.

This specific Roadster is part of a limited group of 300 SLs that boast several desirable features. It is one of the last of its kind to include four-wheel disc brakes—a feature that became standard in mid-1961—as well as an aluminum-alloy engine, which was available only in models from 1962 to 1963. Of the final 209 Roadsters produced with this configuration, chassis No. 3099 remains one of only about 100 that retain their original aluminum engine, complete with original factory stampings on the chassis and body.