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1986 Mercedes-Benz 500SL – $59,900

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The R107 series sports was the longest running Mercedes-Benz model ever, gaining a tremendous following. They were a favourite with Hollywood stars and enthusiasts around the world.

Several engines were offered throughout the model’s life span, not all offered in every country. The largest engines being the 5-litre in the 500SL and the 5.6-litre in the 560SL. The 560 was only available in the USA, Japan and Australia. Throughout Europe the 500SL was the top of the range SL. The 500 engine was the most powerful offered in the R107 series.

This fine example was delivered new in Germany for a UK owner, in right hand drive configuration. The car was fitted with the desirable option of the rear seat (with seatbelts). It’s finished in Smoke Silver with Brazil interior. His brother having owned the car for a period, the current owner bought the 500SL in 2001 and cherished it ever since.

The car was thoroughly well looked after with stamped service booklet and many invoices are in the car’s history file. This included having the car repainted in its original colour – at a cost of over £11,000 – and it presents beautifully today as you can see in the accompanying photographs.

The 500SL was imported to Australia in 2022 when its owner emigrated.

Being a late model, with all the update features. The car presents beautifully inside and out. It is very evident that this is a car which has always been cherished. The odometer shows 128,000 miles, verifiable by service records with the car.

The 500SL starts readily and drives very nicely, the powerful V8 renowned for easy performance. This car feels tight and its good maintenance record shows on the road. Any buyer will be impressed.

Please request a more detailed description by email from paul@classicrally.com.au

Whilst every effort to ensure accuracy is made when preparing the description of a car, much of the information is provided by the owner and cannot be guaranteed to be accurate and complete. Some errors and omissions occur occasionally and we cannot be held liable for any loss or damage arising from incorrect or incomplete information or any reliance which might be placed on information provided. Any potential purchaser is advised to make his or her own independent investigations or inspections to determine title and whether a vehicle is suitable for purchase

1983 Mercedes-Benz 380SL – SOLD

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The R107 series of Mercedes Sports was the company’s longest ever running series. The 380SL had standard fitment of both hardtop and soft top, leather upholstery, polished woodwork inside, a new design of alloy wheels and more – the new 3.8-litre aluminium V8 engine produced 145kW (195hp) – which was similar to the old larger-engined 450SL.

This car was sold new by WA dealer Melville Star. The service book is stamped showing all the early servicing. In 1998 the car was sold by to an owner who kept the car until 2003 when purchased by the current owner. The car’s history file has all invoices for servicing and maintenance done through to today.

The owner advises that after 23 years of enjoying the car, as much as she’s always cherished the 380SL, it must go.

The soft top shows some splits in the side sections, but operates well. The windows are clear and the stowage cavity and frame are clean and tidy.

The car drives nicely, with smooth gearchanges and the nice torquey V8 providing good performance.

The bodywork is straight and tidy with no scratches. Inside, the car presents very nicely. As a late model, it has the full wood trim, not just the console. The lower section around the gear selector the woodwork would benefit from being re-polished. There are a few small splits in the dash top. The carpets are in good condition and the air conditioning works effectively.

The car has its original tool roll, books and a history file. The odometer shows just over 188,000km.

Built to Mercedes-Benz’s high quality, well equipped and very attractive, the formula was just right. This car is very realistically priced, and with good history, is sure to provide its next owner with much pleasure.

Please request an email with more details and photos from paul@classicrally.com.au

Paul Blank Classic Car Broker MD28143 1AGP570

Whilst every effort to ensure accuracy is made when preparing the description of a car, much of the information is provided by the owner and cannot be guaranteed to be accurate and complete.

Some errors and omissions occur occasionally and we cannot be held liable for any loss or damage arising from incorrect or incomplete information or any reliance which might be placed on information provided.

Any potential purchaser is advised to make his or her own independent investigations or inspections to determine title and whether a vehicle is suitable for purchase.