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Mercedes 540K Sold for $9.68M in Monterey

15 years ago
1 min read

TGR Staff

The RM Auction that happened in conjunction with the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in Monterey, California had the Mercedes-Benz vehicles as stars. The vehicles were sold to a high amount as expected, especially the 1937 Mercedes-Benz 540K Special Roadster.

The car, which sold for a whopping $9.68M was made in 1937 in Sindelfingen and had a price of $12,000 then. This particular Mercedes 540K Special Roadster, according to its papers was delivered on January 5,1937 to an industrialist in Buenos Aires, Argentina. For years, the car-dominated in the market and it proved to be one of the most beautiful and most revered cars in the world war era.


Other roadsters, the 1939 Mercedes-Benz 540K was sold for $4.62M and a 1936 coupe was sold for $3,080,000.

Source: RM Auction’s Website

Michael Satterfield

Michael Satterfield, founder of The Gentleman Racer, is a storyteller, adventurer, and automotive expert whose work blends cars, travel, and culture. As a member of The Explorers Club, he brings a spirit of discovery to his work, whether uncovering forgotten racing history or embarking on global expeditions. His site has become a go-to destination for car enthusiasts and style aficionados, known for its compelling storytelling and unique perspective. A Texan with a passion for classic cars and motorsports, Michael is also a hands-on restorer, currently working on a 1960s SCCA-spec Formula Super Vee and other project cars. As the head of the Satterfield Group, he consults on branding and marketing for top automotive and lifestyle brands, bringing his deep industry knowledge to every project.

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