It doesn't provide air conditioning nor does it actually drive but the Mercedes Benz wood car is spectacular to have on display. Made to replicate the 1955 Mercedes 300SL Gullwing, this piece of timber is perfected with superb craftsmanship.
Hand-carved and made with teakwood by an artist in Duisberg, Germany, this wooden replica is up for sale with a price tag of $6,668 -- that's the amount used to service the real model.
It comes with front wheels that can steer and that are assembled to look like the real edition. The top-notch detailing from front to back is intricately carved and perfected with a sparkling coat. The mirrors, steering wheel and doors function like the real ride and offer a sense of the authentic automobile.
This Mercedes Benz wood car is sure to stun you; there's no need to worry about it crashing, just focus on preventing it from being scratched or burned.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Natural Element Replicas
- Creating wooden replicas of luxury cars to showcase superb craftsmanship
- Functional Artwork
- Combining artistic talent and functionality to create unique pieces that serve as a conversation starter
- Sustainable Luxury
- Exploring ways to merge luxury with natural materials for sustainable innovation opportunities
Where This Applies
- Automotive
- Integrating unique and sustainable design elements into luxury car replicas for auto enthusiasts
- Art
- Fusing art and function in innovative ways to create one-of-a-kind conversation pieces for collectors
- Interior Design
- Incorporating sustainably-sourced and unique natural elements into luxury home decor for eco-conscious consumers
