Mercedes-Benz 300 SL: Fulfil your dream of owning the sports car of the century
Owning an original 300 SL remains an impossible dream for most, as these vehicles now fetch astronomical sums at auction. But the fascination with technology and design can also be experienced in other ways. However, getting started with sophisticated model-making is often hindered by a lack of equipment. With this gift set (‘100 Years of Mercedes-Benz’ Edition), you can elegantly overcome this obstacle. You’ll receive a complete package that allows you to start building straight away without having to worry about accessories first. This is how the dream of having your own gullwing on your workbench becomes a reality.
Why this set will set your heart racing
• All-round hassle-free package: As a gift set, this item comes with glue, brushes and the essential basic colours.
• Authentic mechanics: The legendary gullwing doors can be opened upwards just like the original, revealing a view of the interior.
• Technical depth: With 165 individual parts and a difficulty level of 4, you’ll delve deep into the construction – including a detailed replica of the engine.
• Impressive result: On a scale of 1:24, you’ll create a model nearly 19 cm long that perfectly captures the elegant lines of 1954.
• Historical flair: Numerous chrome parts ensure the characteristic shine of this era and add the finishing touches to the completed model.
As you assemble this kit, you’ll feel the spirit of the 1950s. You’re not just putting plastic parts together; you’re reconstructing a piece of motoring history. The challenge of difficulty level 4 guarantees hours of modelling fun, where patience and precision are rewarded. The delicate space-frame structure and the detailed six-cylinder engine, in particular, demand your full attention.
Thanks to the included Aqua Color paints and the Contacta Professional Mini glue, you can get started straight away. The paints are virtually odourless and dry quickly, so your build will progress rapidly. Whether you’re looking for a centrepiece for your display cabinet or want to treat a car enthusiast to something truly special – this set brings the exclusivity of the original to model-making.
Background information
The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL (W 198) is more than just a car; it is a style icon. When it was launched in 1954, it was the fastest production vehicle of its time and brought genuine racing technology to the road. Its most striking feature, the upward-opening gull-wing doors, was not a design whim, but a technical necessity: the extremely stable tubular space frame required side sills so wide that conventional doors were not possible. Today, the 300 SL is considered the ‘sports car of the century’ and regularly fetches prices well above the one million euro mark. With this model, you can bring this very legend into your home.
Contents
• Plastic model kit (unassembled)
• Illustrated, multilingual assembly instructions
• Decal set
• Brush
• Basic colours (Revell Aqua Color)
• Adhesive (Revell Contacta Professional Mini)
• Scale: 1:24
• Difficulty level: 5/5
• Recommended age: 13 years
