1929 Mercedes - Benz Other
Item History & Price
Built by Classic Motor Carriages of Miami Florida, this 1929 Mercedes Gazelle is a true crowd pleaser. Fabricated for the Ford Pinto chassis, the Gazelle is the antidote to the more familiar inexpensive British and Italian sports cars of the period. It offers neo-classic styling that most folks will at least admire as it drives by. With rear-wheel-drive and extremely low curb weight, it's exhilarating when out on the road. This&nbs...p;car has only 2014 kilometers (1251 miles) and shows remarkably well. This fiberglass car has great fit and finish, and paint that shines. This one is highlighted by a lot of period pieces that accent the distinctive shape of the long hood and sweeping fenders which look amazing. Other details like the chrome grille, rubber running boards, and exposed side pipes are all part of the vintage illusion and everything remains in good condition, so you know the car was loved and treated right. Yes, there's some wear and tear (see pictures), mostly on the passenger seat where a seam has separated, but minimal for its age. The custom-made wooden dashboard carries white-faced gauges that proudly spell out that they are "Vintage Reproduction" and there's an AM/FM/cassette stereo over there on the passenger's side. Weather protection consists of very 1929-esque folding cloth top, and it actually gives the car a very upscale appearance and seals up better than a lot of cars of the target era.
Giving this Gazelle a Ford drivetrain was very smart. A lot of replica builders used VW Beetles and Chevettes, but Ford's reliability and ease of maintenance make this an ideal choice. The engine is a 1.8 liter inline-four, and runs as it should. Parts are plentiful and it's easy to service, with good access under the tilting hood. A 3-speed automatic transmission makes it easy to drive and you'll quickly find that it starts when you turn the key and zips through traffic with ease. Front disc brakes have decent stopping power and with the light curb weight, power steering isn't needed. As a ground-up build, the undercarriage is quite tidy and there's a chambered muffler that gives it a muted sound that doesn't give away any secrets. Shiny chrome wire wheels really dress up the whitewall radials all around.
Inexpensive, but fun! If you have any questions, give us a call today! 636-385-5836
Giving this Gazelle a Ford drivetrain was very smart. A lot of replica builders used VW Beetles and Chevettes, but Ford's reliability and ease of maintenance make this an ideal choice. The engine is a 1.8 liter inline-four, and runs as it should. Parts are plentiful and it's easy to service, with good access under the tilting hood. A 3-speed automatic transmission makes it easy to drive and you'll quickly find that it starts when you turn the key and zips through traffic with ease. Front disc brakes have decent stopping power and with the light curb weight, power steering isn't needed. As a ground-up build, the undercarriage is quite tidy and there's a chambered muffler that gives it a muted sound that doesn't give away any secrets. Shiny chrome wire wheels really dress up the whitewall radials all around.
Inexpensive, but fun! If you have any questions, give us a call today! 636-385-5836
