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Charles Dubow

Mercedes-Benz 500K Cabriolet B

Estimate: $240,000 to $325,000


Who was the spiritual father of the 500K? Why, Ferdinand Porsche, of course, who brought supercharging to Mercedes.


Year: 1936
Chassis No.: 113693
Engine No.: Pending inspection
European taxes paid


Engine: eight-cylinder in-line with supercharger, 4982cc, 160bhp at 3400 rpm; gearbox: four-speed manual, rear-wheel drive; suspension, front: independent with coil springs, rear: independent, swing axle and coil springs; brakes: four-wheel hydraulic drum; left-hand drive. Coachwork by Sindelfingen, four-seater cabriolet, red with beige leather interior.


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