Mercedes 300 SL accident

A star loses its shine

Wings to fly

The Mercedes 300SL is one of the automotive icons of the German vehicle industry. As a coupé or roadster, the vehicle impresses with its unique silhouette, which is combined with outstanding technology. The coupé in particular is one of the most popular collector’s items, as it is rarer than the roadster. Characterized by its upward-opening doors, the Coupé is affectionately known as the “Gullwing”.

Back to the origin

The rear right fender of this Mercedes 300SL was badly damaged in an accident. In order to repair the damage professionally, the vehicle was first mounted on a straightening bench. The outer skin of the gullwing door was reshaped using the straightening bench and a straightening press. In this process it was pulled as far as possible into its original position.

New sheet metal for an old love

The body was precisely-formed in two passes to ensure seamless transitions to the subsequent replacement parts. Once the outer skin had been removed, the lower body structure could be aligned. After appropriate preservation teatment the new fender was installed.

Perfect for painting

In order to adjust for an optimal fit of the tailgate, seals were inserted during the body work to take into account their effects on the tailgate. The rear lights and doors were also fitted to ensure everything was perfectly adjusted before painting.

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