Theo Ford Sagers
1961 Mercedes-Benz 190SL W121 Epic Restoration
Practical Classics Restorer of the Year ‘Man in shed’ marvel. Mercedes-Benz 190SL W121 Resto. This twice-abandoned project is finally restored to perfection. Electrician Mark Messenger bought this Mercedes 190SL as a heap for £10k. Twelve years later he’s living the dream. Buy low SL high. Words Theo Ford-Sagers. Photos Bob Atkins.

