Mercedes 300SL in Brescia, Italy

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$71.20
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$71.20
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$89.00
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Description

When unveiled on February 6, 1954, the Mercedes-Benz 300SL (W198) was applauded for its elegance and innovation. Powered by a water-cooled 3.0-liter overhead cam straight-six engine, it was the world’s first four-stroke production passenger car to be equipped with output- and efficiency-enhancing direct fuel injection. With 215 horsepower, the 300SL had a top speed of 155 mph, making it the fastest production car of its day.

The 300SL’s unforgettable styling was dictated by its engineering: the lightweight coupe’s rigid 110-pound space frame supported the engine, transmission, and axles, but left no room for conventional doors. That resulted in the 300SL’s most distinctive feature—upswinging doors that hinged at the top and, when open, gave the look of a bird extending its wings. The car almost immediately gained the nickname “Gullwing” throughout the media and with the public, although Mercedes-Benz never calls it that. In fact, the original hand-typed manual referred to the doors as “trap doors.”

PRINTING AND FRAMING

🖨 PAPER

PREMIUM MATTE ART PAPER — Smooth, heavyweight matte paper designed to showcase artwork with rich colour and exceptional detail.

NON-REFLECTIVE FINISH — Eliminates glare and reflections, allowing the image to be viewed beautifully from any angle.

🪵 FRAMES

30MM GALLERY-QUALITY WOOD FRAME — Clean, modern profile crafted to complement both contemporary and classic interiors.

🖼 MOUNTED PRINTS

PRECISION MOUNTED — Prints are professionally mounted to keep them perfectly flat and wrinkle-free inside the frame.

🎨 MAT BOARDS

ACID-FREE, COLOURFAST WHITE MAT — Museum-style mat board with a crisp gallery finish.

ADDS DEPTH & PROTECTION — Creates elegant spacing between the artwork and glass while protecting the print over time.

🔍 GLASS

2MM SCRATCH-RESISTANT GLASS — Crystal-clear glazing that preserves true colour and protects the artwork.

EASY TO CLEAN — Compatible with standard glass cleaners.

🔧 BACK & HANGING

ACID-FREE FOAM BACKING — Helps prevent yellowing, moisture damage and mould.

PROFESSIONAL WIRE HANGING SYSTEM — Balanced, durable and easy to reposition.

Customised Framing

🎨 Customised Framing

Custom sizes available on request

Custom frame colours available

• Contact support@roguesgallery.co.nz for details

SHIPPING AND RETURNS

↩️ Returns

30-day returns accepted if the art is undamaged

• Option to exchange or receive store credit

• To start a return, contact support@roguesgallery.co.nz

Description

When unveiled on February 6, 1954, the Mercedes-Benz 300SL (W198) was applauded for its elegance and innovation. Powered by a water-cooled 3.0-liter overhead cam straight-six engine, it was the world’s first four-stroke production passenger car to be equipped with output- and efficiency-enhancing direct fuel injection. With 215 horsepower, the 300SL had a top speed of 155 mph, making it the fastest production car of its day.

The 300SL’s unforgettable styling was dictated by its engineering: the lightweight coupe’s rigid 110-pound space frame supported the engine, transmission, and axles, but left no room for conventional doors. That resulted in the 300SL’s most distinctive feature—upswinging doors that hinged at the top and, when open, gave the look of a bird extending its wings. The car almost immediately gained the nickname “Gullwing” throughout the media and with the public, although Mercedes-Benz never calls it that. In fact, the original hand-typed manual referred to the doors as “trap doors.”

PRINTING AND FRAMING

🖨 PAPER

PREMIUM MATTE ART PAPER — Smooth, heavyweight matte paper designed to showcase artwork with rich colour and exceptional detail.

NON-REFLECTIVE FINISH — Eliminates glare and reflections, allowing the image to be viewed beautifully from any angle.

🪵 FRAMES

30MM GALLERY-QUALITY WOOD FRAME — Clean, modern profile crafted to complement both contemporary and classic interiors.

🖼 MOUNTED PRINTS

PRECISION MOUNTED — Prints are professionally mounted to keep them perfectly flat and wrinkle-free inside the frame.

🎨 MAT BOARDS

ACID-FREE, COLOURFAST WHITE MAT — Museum-style mat board with a crisp gallery finish.

ADDS DEPTH & PROTECTION — Creates elegant spacing between the artwork and glass while protecting the print over time.

🔍 GLASS

2MM SCRATCH-RESISTANT GLASS — Crystal-clear glazing that preserves true colour and protects the artwork.

EASY TO CLEAN — Compatible with standard glass cleaners.

🔧 BACK & HANGING

ACID-FREE FOAM BACKING — Helps prevent yellowing, moisture damage and mould.

PROFESSIONAL WIRE HANGING SYSTEM — Balanced, durable and easy to reposition.

Customised Framing

🎨 Customised Framing

Custom sizes available on request

Custom frame colours available

• Contact support@roguesgallery.co.nz for details

SHIPPING AND RETURNS

↩️ Returns

30-day returns accepted if the art is undamaged

• Option to exchange or receive store credit

• To start a return, contact support@roguesgallery.co.nz

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