The W165 —
Ultimate Pre-War Racing Masterpiece
The W165 represents Mercedes-Benz's pinnacle of 1.5-liter formula racing engineering, crafted for the 1939 Voiturette class. This rare single-seater embodies decades of racing innovation in its compact, purpose-built chassis and lightweight construction.
The W165 was specifically developed to compete in the 1939 Voiturette racing formula with a supercharged 1.5-liter engine producing exceptional power for its displacement. Only 143 units were constructed, making it one of the rarest and most historically significant Mercedes-Benz racing cars ever produced.
W165 examples command extraordinary prices at auction due to their extreme rarity, pre-war provenance, and racing heritage status. Collectors view the W165 as a critical piece of automotive history, representing the final evolution of Nazi-era Mercedes racing development.
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