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Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire
Viewing: Tues 8th April from 12pm
Auction: Wed 9th April from 9am
Location: IWM Duxford Airfield, Cambridge CB22 4QR
1979 Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC
Estimate
£10, 000 - £15, 000
Registration No: FRD 651V
Chassis No: the details below
MOT: Exempt
Offered from a private collection
Fitted with an AMG style front valance
Emerging from storage and requiring recommissioning prior to use
Displaying a credible 107, 300 miles
Sharing the same basic (R107) platform architecture as its convertible sibling, the Mercedes-Benz 450SLC fixed head coupe was introduced in 1972. A full four-seater, the model's stretched wheelbase was disguised by various ingenious styling cues such as the louvered sail panels that adorned its rear three-quarter windows. Equipped with all round coil-sprung independent suspension, power steering and four wheel disc brakes, it proved a comfortable and refined grand tourer. Predominantly allied to automatic transmission, its 4520cc SOHC V8 engine developed a quoted 217bhp and 265lbft of torque. Reputedly capable of over 130mph in standard tune, Mercedes' flagship coupe enjoyed a highly successful second career as a rally car including two Bandama wins and a second place on the East African Safari.
Offered from a private collection and only available for sale due to the unfortunate ill health of its owner, this 450 SLC is fitted with an AMG style front valance and sports some 1980s phone technology to the interior. Having spent a period in storage the usual inspection and recommissioning will be required before returning the car to the road. Displaying a credible 107, 300 miles the SLC is offered with a current V5c document.
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Parking and entry into the auction is free for auction attendees with a catalogue, available at the door.
