Car of the Day: Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing

An image of the dirty and pitted Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing practice car used for pre-race reconnaisance, prior to the 1955 Mille Miglia. Built by Damler-Benz AG, this model was based on the company’s highly successful racecar, the Mercedes-Benz 300SL W194.

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