W. I. Simonson Mercedes-Benz

Place

W. I. Simonson Mercedes-Benz

One of the first Mercedes-Benz dealerships in the country.

Place Details

Address

1626 Wilshire Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90403
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Architect

Property Type

Community

Owned and operated since 1937 by the Simonson family, this former Packard dealership began importing a unique German automobile in 1957, making it one of the first Mercedes-Benz dealers in the country.

A 1986 fire destroyed the original Spanish Revival showroom, which was later rebuilt to match the original in almost every detail.

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