Classic (and New) Cars That Were Auctioned For Over $1 Million

Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster Barn Find

Price: $1 million

Auctioneer: Gullwing Motor Cars – New York City, New York, 2020

This classic looking Mercedes is a two seat sports car with a Gullwing coupe design. The mechanical direct fuel injection boosted power almost 50% on its 3 L, camshaft, straight six engine, which was capable of reaching a top speed of 163 mph making it the fastest production car of its time. The term SL stands for “super light “and was Mercedes first time referring to the design of the race bred car with a tubular frame construction.

What was once thought a lost model coupe in classic black, the Mercedes Benz 300SL Roadster “Barn Find” sole for $1 million, after being found in a legitimate barn.. Later, gaming company Nintendo placed a car in its video game “Mario kart”, modeled after the legendary barn find. If you like, also see the 10 most expensive auctioned cars for sale.

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