1938 Mercedes-Benz Gelandesport 170VS Alpine Racer

The first Alpine Racer built of 10. The only example known to exist. Chairman's Choice at 2019 Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance. International Journalist Award at 2019 Greenwich Concours d'Elegance. Concours restoration initiated by Riter and completed by Horsepower Motorworks in Victor, New York. Retains the original stamped body panels. Aluminum and magnesium coachwork with low-cut doors, minimalist fenders and sloping trunk. 1.9/65 HP engine with twin Solex carburetors. ZF 4-speed manual gearbox.

Alpine Racer No. 840801 scored many medals during its brief racing career before disappearing at the onset of war in 1939. The completed 840801 is sensational, showing uncanny attention to detail befitting both the finest Mercedes-Benz automobiles of the period and this car’s concours awards.

The car carries an estimate of $ 425k to $475k.