1985 Mercedes-Benz R107 380SL Convertible 3,8L V8
Note: This car has been imported to the Netherlands from the USA. Check your local import rules to register it in your home country before bidding.
Note: This car has been imported to the Netherlands from the USA. Check your local import rules to register it in your home country before bidding.
Highlights
- Originally delivered new in France
- EURO Specifications and EURO headlights and small chrome bumpers
- Now comes with USA title and Dutch Import documentation
- All duties and VAT have been paid
- Comes with Mercedes-Benz datacard and CLEAN CARFAX to confirm damage free history
- Comes with both hardtop and softtop
- Seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping
The Appeal
The Mercedes-Benz R107 SL is widely regarded as one of the most elegant and well-engineered convertibles of its era, with the 380SL offering a balance of performance and refinement. This particular 1985 example is a European-specification model originally delivered in France, featuring the small chrome bumpers and European headlights that give it a cleaner appearance than its US-market counterparts.
This Signal Red 380SL presents an attractive proposition for collectors, combining its original European delivery specification with comprehensive documentation including the factory datacard and a clean Carfax report confirming its accident-free history. The inclusion of both the original hardtop and soft top adds to its versatility, allowing for year-round enjoyment. Having been imported to the Netherlands from the USA with all duties and VAT paid, this R107 is ready for its next custodian to enjoy.
History and Paperwork
- Originally delivered new in France in 1985
- Comes with original Mercedes-Benz datacard confirming factory specification
- Clean Carfax report confirming damage-free history
- Currently registered with USA title and Dutch import documentation
- Local registration will be the responsibility of the buyer
- All duties and VAT have been paid
- Mileage: 283,987 miles
The vendor has provided the following recent service history:
- Date: 08/07/2024
- Location: Monterey, California
- Facility: California Inspection Station – Monterey, CA
- Service Performed:
- Passed emissions inspection
- Date: 08/07/2024
- Location: Monterey, California
- Facility: T & T Auto Repair – Monterey, CA
- Service Performed:
- Evaporative emission system checked
- Emissions inspection performed
- Date: 07/06/2022
- Location: Seaside, California
- Facility: California Inspection Station – Seaside, CA
- Service Performed:
- Passed emissions inspection
Mercedes-Benz datacard information:
- Order Location FRANCE
- Interior LEATHER - PALOMINO (274)
- Paint 1 SIGNAL RED (568O)
- Paint 2 SIGNAL RED (568O)
Code Description
- 240 OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
- 251 BECKER RADIO MEXICO CASSETTE, FULL STEREO, ELECTRONIC
- 440 TEMPOMAT (CRUISE CONTROL)
- 504 OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR, RIGHT; ELECTRICALLY CONTROLLED; L.H.D
- 531 AUTOMATIC ANTENNA
- 570 FOLDING ARMREST, FRONT
- 587 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL AND ELECTRIC WINDOW LIFTERS (FRONT DOORS)
- 592 HEAT-INSULATING GLASS, ALL-AROUND, HEATED REAR WINDOW PANE, BAND FILTER
- 610 HALOGEN LAMP UNIT, AMBER
- 629 VERSION FOR FRANCE
- 640 15-HOLE LIGHT ALLOY RIMS
- 740 BLACK SOFT TOP FABRIC 9001
The Condition
- Finished in original Signal Red (568) paintwork
- Features the European specification with small chrome bumpers
- European headlights
- Original Palomino leather interior (274)
- Equipped with both black soft top and matching hardtop
- Features 15-hole light alloy wheels in good condition
- Fitted with heat-insulating glass all around with heated rear window
- Interior benefits from power windows and automatic climate control
- Centre folding armrest
- Outside temperature indicator included as factory option
The Mechanics
- 3.8L (3,839cc) V8 engine producing 215 HP
- 4-speed automatic transmission
- Matching numbers engine as per factory specifications
- Power steering
- Power brakes
- Equipped with Tempomat (cruise control)
- Halogen lamp units with amber indicators as per European specification
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