Mercedes SSK Glaser 1931 Baron von Luttwitz by Autocult
The Nobleman with the noble Benz
At
the beginning of the 1930s, Baron von Lüttwitz wanted to buy a feudal, but also
very sporty and fast convertible. Since money apparently played no role, he
opted for the most powerful Mercedes-Benz available at the time, the SSK model,
which was only produced 33 times. SSK stood for ‘Supersport kurz’
(super-sport short).
He
also wanted a unique body. Due to the good reputation for its convertible
bodies, the Mercedes chassis was delivered to the company ‘Gläser’ in Dresden.
As
it seemed, the Dresden craftsmen did not intervene significantly in the proven
design of the bonnet and the front section. As a result, the striking Mercedes
look was retained. This did not apply at all to the rear area. A long-tapering
rear section with a subtle tapering in width was designed with an optically
smooth surface.
The
seamlessly appearing cover for the recessed spare wheel most probably significantly
reduced the trunk space. The storage of the folding roof was also integrated
into the rear section. In order to underline the sportiness and the aerodynamic
idea the rear wheel arches featured a complete covering.
According
to the current state of knowledge, this Mercedes-Benz did not survive to the present
day.
Description: | Mercedes SSK Glaser 1931 Baron von Luttwitz |
Catalogue#: | ATC05048 |
Product Type: | Resincast |
Scale: | 1:43 |
Event: | Road |
Colour: | Black |
Drivers: | Baron von Luttwitz |
Sponsors: | - |
Dates: | 1931 |
Race/Position: | - |
Release Date: | October 2023 |
Weight: | 450 grams |
Comments: | Limited edition of 333 pieces |
About Autocult
A relatively new maker of very well finished resincast models, established in 2015. Very imaginative choice of subjects, often concentrating on the more eccentric episodes in motoring history! Production limited to 333 pieces of each subject, which often means that we get one delivery and that is it, so pre-orders strongly recommended!! Made in China for Germany.