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Decode your Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster Hardtop (W198) VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 1 variant (1958–1963). No registration.

1958–1963 1 variant Convertible Petrol
Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster Hardtop (W198)
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Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster Hardtop (W198) specs by variant

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

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
3.0L 4MT (215 HP) 1958–1963 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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The VIN confirms the exact engine, gearbox and trim, exposes outstanding recalls, and verifies the car matches its paperwork, so you can be sure a used 300 SL Roadster Hardtop (W198) is what the advert claims before you buy.

Other 300 SL Roadster Hardtop generations and versions

The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

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Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster Hardtop (W198) VIN FAQ

What does a Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster Hardtop (W198) VIN tell you?+
A Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster Hardtop (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 Roadster Hardtop (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 Roadster Hardtop (W198) made?+
Our database covers the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster Hardtop (W198) for model years 1958–1963, across 1 variant.
Is the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster Hardtop (W198) VIN check free?+
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