Mercedes-Benz has had a consistent strategy of providing practical and affordable transportation for the masses, with limited offerings for the wealthy, while promoting their achievements in motorsport.
After World War II, the company returned to this approach, showcasing its updated 170 S sedan, 300 limousine, 300 SL race cars, and three 300 S models (roadster, cabriolet, and coupe) at the 1951 Frankfurt and Paris auto shows. The bodies were designed by Hermann Ahrens and featured classic design elements with a modern twist.
In 1955, the 300 Sc was unveiled as an updated version of the 300 S, featuring a direct fuel injection system on its straight-six 3.0-liter engine, similar to the Gullwing.
The 300 Sc roadster, with only 53 produced, was the most expensive and exclusive model, featuring upgraded engines with Bosch fuel injection and hand-built customizations such as book-matched wood veneer and chrome trim. The roadster also differed from the cabriolet and coupe in its lack of rear seats, offering a tonneau area for luggage instead.
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