Description
The Mercedes-Benz SSK is a car from the Mercedes Benz brand. The SSK stands for “Super Sport Kurz”. The car was introduced at the Geneva Motor Show in 1929. The car is based on the Mercedes-Benz S, of which the car also has a chassis shortened by 48 cm.
This car is the last designed by Ferdinand Porsche for Mercedes-Benz, who would leave Mercedes-Benz to start his own company.
Of the 33 SSKs built, approximately half were intended for racing. The SSK has won many races, such as the 500 miles of Argentina, the British Tourist Trophy and the Grand Prix of Ireland in 1929. Furthermore, in 1929 and 1930 the Grand Prix of Córdoba, in 1931 the Grand Prix of Argentina, the Grand Prix of Germany and the Mille Miglia.
Many cars have been crashed or dismantled for parts over time, which is why there are now four or five completely original SSKs left. One of the cars, made for Count Trossi in Italy, is owned by Ralph Lauren.
Topsnelheid: 190 km / u
