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Free Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe (W198) VIN Decoder

Decode your Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe (W198) VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 1 variant (1954–1957). No registration.

1954–1957 1 variant Coupe Petrol
Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe (W198)
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Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe (W198) specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each 300 SL Coupe (W198) variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
3.0L 4MT (215 HP) 1954–1957 Petrol 3.0 L 212 bhp MANUAL 4sp RWD —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

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Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe (W198) VIN FAQ

What does a Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe (W198) VIN tell you?+
A Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe (W198) VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe (W198)?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe (W198) made?+
Our database covers the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe (W198) for model years 1954–1957, across 1 variant.
Is the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe (W198) VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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