The iconic Mereceds-Benz 300Sl Gullwings and Roadsters have garnered a fair amount of media attention lately. Speed Channel's "Ticket to Ride" program recently broadcast a comparison between the original Gullwing and the new AMG Mercedes SLS version. While the handling and performance of the new model far exceeded the original, the concensus seemed to be that the timeless beauty of the older model was preferred hands down. The current (April 2011) issue of Keith Martin's Sports Car Marketplace magazine has a superb write-up on the various Gullwings and Roadsters that changed hands at the January auctions.....including the car that sold for $1,370,000.00 when two wealthy individuals got into a "crazy money" bidding war. The article covers the condition of the cars and indicates the amount each sold for. The prices were all over the map however, the article frequently points out that the values for a properly restored vehicle are well worth the cost of the their restoration (which is currently averaging $400,000). The "get it in, get it out" type of restoration will not realize the top dollar. The marketplace considers these cars to be "Blue Chip" collectibles. As restorers of these cars, we follow these trends closely. Restoring these vehicles is a challenging undertaking and we currently have three of them under our roof.....much work lies ahead however, when complete, we have every confidence that our cars will bring a smile to the faces of their owners...and a jingle in their pocket when it comes time to sell. For more information about our various projects please visit our web site and www.hahnandwoodward.com
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