Description
Description
HISTORY:
For the current, very long-term owner, owner, this R107 350SL was his dream car when he saw it in the street as a child. 20 years later the car came up for sale: he bought it and he’s had it ever since.
Some years ago, the car was restored and taken back to factory-original condition with the removal of the 1980’s AMG body kit with which it had been retro-fitted.
Metalwork, bulkhead, all new paint add-up to a sympathetic restoration: it’s not a concours or show car.
Mechanical work was done on engine, brakes and suspension. The interior was refreshed with original seats retained, but with carpets and soft top replaced.
With a stainless-steel exhaust system fitted, and a turn of the key, you get the nice early-V8 burble.
It sits on refurbished Mexican Hat alloy wheels and has the correct tyres.
It is a very nice place to be inside, with refurbished wood console and the early cream dash top.
There is a documented history of all works undertaken over all the years of current ownership.
WHY BUY?
If you want a period R107- painted in the classic Signal Red, with cream check, and propelled by a beautiful bellowing V8 - then this does tick a few boxes.
The car isn’t perfect, but can be fully-enjoyed without the spending or concerns of owning a garage queen.
The lovely mileage of just 75, 000 makes it a worthy driver for many years to come – and you can cruise the bright lights of London without facing a ULEZ charge.
This 350 SL is there to be enjoyed and why not, with its tasty handsome looks.
Call Bruce today to book a test drive the details below.
