"Gullwing X" Is a Bespoke Triumph Thruxton-Based Homage to Mercedes' Iconic 300 SL
The hydraulically-actuated monocoque outfit is obviously a nod to the Merc’s fabled gullwing doors.
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The hydraulically-actuated monocoque outfit is obviously a nod to the Merc’s fabled gullwing doors.
First things first. Germany’s Mercedes-Benz 300 SL is undoubtedly a legend. No matter how hard people try and replicate it, that car is an absolute genius level. That being said, it doesn’t mean one can’t enjoy any of its clones.
During this year’s edition of the SEMA show, our minds were blown by amazing custom rides like the Lamborghini Espada Rat Rod or the 1,200-hp diesel-powered Chevelle SS. For decades, the event has hosted some of the most epic cars ever created and today we remember John Sarkisyan's 300 SL, the build that made jaws drop to the floor in 2018.
The fading popularity of two-seat roadsters caused Mercedes-Benz to recently cull its SLC (formerly the SLK), but the German marque has decided to soldier on with the larger SL, albeit as a more practical four-seater for the first time
The fading popularity of two-seat roadsters caused Mercedes-Benz to recently cull its SLC (formerly the SLK), but the German marque has decided to soldier on with the larger SL, albeit as a more practical four-seater for the first time