1928 Mercedes-Benz SSK

Custom made one-of-a-kind scale model (pedal car) Built in 1997 by a father and son in Duisburg, Germany. Only factory made pieces are the headlights, wheels and tires.

Specifications: (In Black)

• Scale:1/2.5
• Build time: 700 hours.
• Bodywork/chassis: aluminum/steel.
• Tires: Continental 12.5″ X 2.25″, mounted on wire wheels.
• Dashboard: wood.
• Instruments: reproduction of originals, but non-functional.
• Steering wheel: metal with twine wrapping.
• Interior: black leather with piping on seats.
• Hood: can be opened on both sides, held closed by leather strap.
• Windshield: can be folded.
• Headlights: special units with 12 volt battery.
• Exhaust: chrome flexible pipes and black tail pipe.
• Brake drums and wheel center nuts: reproduction of originals.
• Shock absorbers: reproduction of original friction units.
• Gas tank with functional filler lid.
• Historically correct license plate.
• Weight: 40 kilo (88 pounds)
• Dimensions:
  • length: 170cm (5′ 7″)
  • width: 68cm (26 3h”)
  • height: 60cm (23%”)

Specifications: (In White)

• Color: white
• Dimensions:
  • length: 170cm (~5′7)
  • width: 68cm (26 3/4″)
  • height: 60cm (23 1/2″)
• Weight: 40 Kilo (88.2 lbs..)
• Bodywork/chassis: aluminum/steel
• Tires: Continental 12.5 x ~2.25′, mounted on wire wheels.
• Chrome pieces: chromed or high-gloss polished.
• Dashboard: wood.
• Instruments: reproduction of the original ones, but non functional.
• Steering wheel: metal with twine wrapping.
• Interior and armrests: leather.
• Seats: leather with piping.
• Windshield: can be folded.
• Hood can be opened on both sides. Closed by leather strap.
• Tire pump: chromed.
• Lighting: by special headlights and 12 V accumulator/battery.
• Leaf springs.
• Reproduction of the brake drums.
• Reproduction of the central nut on wheels.
• Frictional shock-absorbers, complete with chromed nut.
• Exhaust: chromed flexible metal pipes, black tail pipe.
• Historically correct license plate.
• Gas tank with functional filler-cap.
• Only the wheels and the tires are factory made.

Around 1995, an enthusiastic grandfather built a large scale model of the Mercedes Benz SSK for his grandchildren. The aim was not to build a precise reproduction of the SSK, but a personalize toy on the base of the SSK. The model does not have the construction finish of a high-tech model, but it has enormous appeal. The model was primed to receive an electrical motor to move it along, however the motor was never installed. The model can therefore only be pushed (or pulled). Nevertheless, this SSK was exhibited a few times. Of particular interest is the reproduction of the compressor engine, which becomes visible once the cowling is opened. Hard to believe but true, this engine is made of wood! The headlights work, and the instruments on the dash have been rescued from junked cars. Braking acts on the rear wheels, by means of a foot pedal and a handbrake. The straight body panels are aluminum, rounded or curved parts are GRP.