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How to Park $11.7 Million on Your Desktop

The 500K Special Roadster is one of rarest and most-sought after automobile­s ever built.

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It's hard to deny that one of the signature models of Mercedes-Benz® is the 500 series. So many striking and elegant bodies would grace the stalwart chassis. The 500K's of the 1930s were beautiful, elegant, and exclusive models often outfitted with voluptuous coachwork and sold to the wealthiest of clientele. The most ravishing model of this species was the two-seater 500K Special Roadster launched in 1936. It was a limited production cabriolet, in total less than 30 were made, adding to its near-mythical qualities. In it’s day it went for top dollar—over $106,000.

Today, these ultra rare masterpiec­es are going for millions. In 2012, a Special Roadster fetched more than $11.7 million at auction at the Pebble Beach Concourse d'Elegance. Forgo the bidding wars, nail-biting flatbed transport, and scavenger hunting for parts in Germany. Here’s your chance to own the rare and luxurious essence of this remarkable car in terms of its unforgetta­ble styling, inimitably powerful and elegant lines, and showstoppi­ng presence. Our diecast metal replica captures the sexy curves and sumptous coachwork of the full-size model in striking detail. Just shy of a foot long, and available in pearl white or ruby red. You don’t need to spend millions to showcase your impeccable taste. Sold! To the discerning reader for $99!

Your satisfacti­on is 100% guaranteed.

Test drive the Special Roadster for 30 days. If for any reason you are not completely satisfied, simply return it to us for a full refund of your purchase price. But we’re sure that once you park this beauty in your house you’ll be sold. Comes factory sealed in its original packaging in order to retain its status as a highly collectabl­e item.

 ??  ?? Shown is model in Pearl White finish enlarged to display exacting details. Also available in Ruby Red finish.
Shown is model in Pearl White finish enlarged to display exacting details. Also available in Ruby Red finish.
 ??  ?? Diecast metal body features doors, hood and trunk that open, steerable wheels that roll, and four wheel suspension.
Available in Ruby Red finish.
Diecast metal body features doors, hood and trunk that open, steerable wheels that roll, and four wheel suspension. Available in Ruby Red finish.

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