1/18 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL #16 Grand Prix of Bern 1952 CARACCIOLA CMC M-160
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Description
This model is new and has never been exhibited before. It comes from the 'forgotten stock' of a toy retailer and has only now been rediscovered – along with other CMC models. This is a rare opportunity to acquire this special edition model, long sold out, in mint condition. Only a few pieces are available.
I check the model for damage before shipping, as it has been in its original packaging for over 10 years.
You will receive an invoice WITHOUT VAT shown, in accordance with §25a UStG.
Not suitable for children under 14 years. May contain small and sharp parts.
In 1952, Mercedes-Benz returned to motorsport with the newly developed 300 SL (W194) racing car. The streamlined sports car, with its unusual entry via a hinged hatch that extended from the bottom of the side window to the center of the roof, immediately captivated racing enthusiasts.
After a successful debut at the Mille Miglia, the 300SL will once again fight for victory at the international sports car race for the Grand Prix of Bern on May 18, 1952.
Three officially entered 300SL cars, sporting unusually colorful liveries for Mercedes – dark red (Rudolf Caracciola, #16), green (Karl Kling, #18), and blue (Hermann Lang, #20) – along with the reserve car in silver driven by Fritz Rieß (#22), took to the track against their competitors from Ferrari, Lancia, Aston Martin, and Jaguar. In the end, Mercedes celebrated an impressive one-two-three finish, with Karl Kling taking the win, followed by Hermann Lang and Fritz Rieß in second and third place, respectively. Unfortunately, the joy of victory was overshadowed by the tragic accident of Rudolf Caracciola, who, on lap 13, lost control due to a locked front brake and crashed into a tree. He was hospitalized with a broken femur and other injuries.
His recovery was long, and the broken bone and knee surgery left lasting impairments in his right leg, meaning the end of his racing career.
Technical data of the original vehicle
6-cylinder in-line engine, overhead camshaft, fuel-
Fuel supply: Injection pump, Transmission: 4-speed fully synchronized.
| Perfomance: | 177 hp at 5,400 rpm |
| Engine displacement: | 3,100 cc |
| Top speed: | 257 km/h |
| Wheelbase: | 2,400 mm |
| Front track: | 1,330 mm |
| Rear track: | 1,445 mm |
Notice
This model is new and has never been exhibited before. It comes from the 'forgotten stock' of a toy retailer and has only now been rediscovered – along with other CMC models. This is a rare opportunity to acquire this special edition model, long sold out, in mint condition. Only a few pieces are available.
I check the model for damage before shipping, as it has been in its original packaging for over 10 years.
You will receive an invoice WITHOUT VAT shown, in accordance with §25a UStG.
Not suitable for children under 14 years. May contain small and sharp parts.
In 1952, Mercedes-Benz returned to motorsport with the newly developed 300 SL (W194) racing car. The streamlined sports car, with its unusual entry via a hinged hatch that extended from the bottom of the side window to the center of the roof, immediately captivated racing enthusiasts.
After a successful debut at the Mille Miglia, the 300SL will once again fight for victory at the international sports car race for the Grand Prix of Bern on May 18, 1952.
Three officially entered 300SL cars, sporting unusually colorful liveries for Mercedes – dark red (Rudolf Caracciola, #16), green (Karl Kling, #18), and blue (Hermann Lang, #20) – along with the reserve car in silver driven by Fritz Rieß (#22), took to the track against their competitors from Ferrari, Lancia, Aston Martin, and Jaguar. In the end, Mercedes celebrated an impressive one-two-three finish, with Karl Kling taking the win, followed by Hermann Lang and Fritz Rieß in second and third place, respectively. Unfortunately, the joy of victory was overshadowed by the tragic accident of Rudolf Caracciola, who, on lap 13, lost control due to a locked front brake and crashed into a tree. He was hospitalized with a broken femur and other injuries.
His recovery was long, and the broken bone and knee surgery left lasting impairments in his right leg, meaning the end of his racing career.
Technical data of the original vehicle
6-cylinder in-line engine, overhead camshaft, fuel-
Fuel supply: Injection pump, Transmission: 4-speed fully synchronized.
| Perfomance: | 177 hp at 5,400 rpm |
| Engine displacement: | 3,100 cc |
| Top speed: | 257 km/h |
| Wheelbase: | 2,400 mm |
| Front track: | 1,330 mm |
| Rear track: | 1,445 mm |
