Hoovey689

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Mercedes 300SL Gullwing wrecked by mechanic

This one isn't going to be for the faint of heart. A mechanic recently destroyed a Mercedes-Benz 300SL during a test drive near Pleidelsheim in Baden-Wütterburg, Germany. The owner brought the car to Mechatronics, a shop specializing in high-end and vintage Mercedes-Benz vehicles, for some work. After the job was done, a 26-year-old technician hopped behind the wheel and brought a 19-year-old apprentice with him for the ride. As you can see, the car did come back in one piece, but that piece didn't quite look like it used to. Police say – surprise! – speed was a factor when the vintage Gullwing left the road and rolled. Neither the driver nor the passenger were seriously injured.

All told, the damage is estimated 650,000 euros, or $830,000 at current conversion rates. Both the car and the garage are sufficiently insured to cover the damages, and Spiegel Online says the owner took the news about his destroyed classic in stride. At this point, it's unclear whether their driver will pay to have this particular car repaired.

http://www.autoblog.com/2013/03/29/m...d-by-mechanic/

PhilipMSPT

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**** happens.

Seize

That's really unfortunate. IMO, the Mercedes 300SL Gullwing is one of the most beautiful cars that MB has ever produced.

Hoovey689

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Indeed it is fantastic. Hope they get this Gull back on the road soon. What a gem

I8ABMR

very sad. I read this yesterday and I though, what a waste. I recently saw Clarke Gables 300 SL gullwing sold at Barrett Jackson and it was a beautiful car. Iconic in fact

Vossen Wheels

Oh man.... that sight makes me cringe... Poor 300SL.... I know it's a lot of money, but I hope the owner brings it back to it's former glory

Marklouis

wow....what can you say? Hope it is restored. such an awesome peice of art and History.

Stormwind

It's amazing how safe Mercedes are even back in the days it can surive a roll over with it's roof intact. Most cars made today would have it's roof collapsed during a roll over.