Highlights
- Inspected by the SL Shop, a renowned marque specialist
- Recently serviced with advisory work carried out at Albert Lock
- The vendor states the car is in very good condition for its age
- Reportedly garaged throughout its life
- MOT valid until January 2027 with no advisories
- Odometer shows only 38,955 miles
*The car will be sold without the registration number 3 RJF
The Appeal
The R107-generation Mercedes-Benz 280 SL pairs the smooth 2.7-litre inline-six with one of the most recognisable grand touring silhouettes of the 1980s. With a four-speed automatic gearbox, it remains a popular choice among collectors and enthusiasts alike.
This 1984 example was purchased by the current owner from a local seller whose father had kept it for many years, and it was acquired for sentimental reasons; the owner's mother had one in the same colour. Reportedly garaged throughout its life, it shows 38,955 miles on the odometer and presents in its Blue-Green metallic over a grey interior with plaid fabric seat inserts. It has since been inspected by the SL Shop and has had a service and advisory work completed at Albert Lock. Accompanied by its maintenance booklet, V5C, MOT certificates and invoices, this 280 SL is ready to be enjoyed by its next custodian.
Key Information
- Mileage: 38,955 miles
- Country of registration: United Kingdom
- Technical inspection status: MOT valid until January 2027, no advisories
- Technical specs: 2.8-litre inline-six engine (M110) paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission, 182hp
- Paperwork: Maintenance booklet, V5C, MOT certificates and invoices supplied
The Detail
- SL Shop inspection carried out in August 2025
- Blue-Green metallic paint (877O) with black soft-top roof
- Grey interior with plaid fabric seat inserts, black dash top and wood inlays
- 14-inch 'Gullideckel' alloy wheels
- Blaupunkt Milano 200 BT stereo fitted
- Electrically adjustable left exterior mirror and electric front window lifters
- Tool roll supplied
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Comments
1970kid
BidderDear Rob, I can see some paperwork from SL Shop some are estimates and invoices, could you kindly confirm the total amount of the invoices from the SL Shop. Thank you
Rob Faw••••
SellerI got them to do an assessment but got Albert Lock to do the work as they are way too expensive. Albert Lock is an old chap in Rushden, Mercedes send him the old school cars when they don’t know how to do it, he’s got a very good reputation.
ailsasq
BidderI see the car comes with a hardtop. Is the storage frame included in the sale?
Rob Faw••••
SellerYes
Bil••••
Morning. Lovely car. I’ve waded through the pics and can see a hard top on a stand. Do you have any pics with the top - on? Or have I missed them?
Rob Faw••••
SellerHere’s some more
Bil••••
Great!
tony.ge••••
We’ve had a similar car since 2000 - they are remarkably well built and superbly reliable.
Rob Faw••••
SellerAgree, old cars can feel quite lose, but this feels remarkably new and steering is so direct, but with old world style something which new cars cannot possibly replicate.
graham.••••
Can you please say what the ownership history is? how many and is mileage verifiable. thanks
Rob Faw••••
SellerHi Graham I know of 2 owners which were a father and son, I bought off the son. There’s lots of history to show the mileage is genuine, you are welcome to view, I think given the age, you will see how the cars drives and how tight it is in the steering that it’s a low mileage car. You are welcome to try