HK Engineering

Marking its 40th anniversary, HK-Engineering stands as the world’s foremost Mercedes-Benz 300 SL specialist. The company’s philosophy of preserving original integrity whilst delivering technical excellence has earned global recognition, including an Octane award for restoration excellence. Their in-house expertise spans every restoration discipline, maintaining both historical authenticity and mechanical precision across hundreds of legendary vehicles.

Known as the “Pope of the Gullwing,” HK-Engineering founder Hans Kleissel has worked on over 800 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLs. His vision extended beyond mechanics to creating an extraordinary restoration facility within a restored monastery, establishing new standards for classic car preservation. Hans’s four-decade commitment to craftsmanship and authenticity has profoundly influenced historic motoring, whilst building a world-renowned centre of excellence for these iconic vehicles.