The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class roadster is a classic car design that allows drivers to enjoy the sun, moon, and stars or take refuge from the elements. It looks fast and drives even faster. Over the past couple of years, the luxury automaker hasn't deemed it necessary to significantly change the SL-Class. The automaker and drivers alike were happy with the roadster as it was.

But as we both know: There's a fine line?

We weren't surprised to find out that Sheryl Crow owned a 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL-Class, however, we were surprised, to learn that she was planning to auction the restored '59 Mercedes-Benz. After all, a white 190 SL-Class with whitewall tires, a removable hardtop and soft top, and new black leather-appointed seating seems like something you'd want to hang on to.

But, following the destructive tornadoes that swept through Joplin, Missouri, close to where?