Description
UTAC | Millbrook, Bedford
Viewing: Tues 24th June from 12pm
Auction: Wed 25th June from 9am
Location: Millbrook Proving Ground, Station Lane, Bedford MK45 2JQ
1980 Mercedes Benz 450 SLC
Estimate
£18, 000 - £24, 000
Registration No: T. B. A.
Chassis No: WDBthe details below
MOT: Exempt
Just four former keepers and present custodian since 2017
Treated to a documented speedometer change at c. 50, 000 miles with an additional 16, 000 recorded since then
Subject to past restoration / maintenance work
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.
Finished in the handsome combination of Manganese Brown Metallic with Cream velour upholstery, chassis WDBthe details below was completed to order the details below for the UK market. Well specified with an electric sunroof, limited slip differential, Behr air-conditioning, cruise control and electric windows, the Mercedes-Benz is understood to have had just four former keepers and to have been with its present custodian since 2017. Reportedly treated to a documented speedometer change at c. 50, 000 miles, the replacement instrument has recorded an additional 16, 000 miles or so. Said to have had its rear end resprayed about four years ago and to have an issue with its cruise control, the 450SLC is currently running and driving but would benefit from a service prior to sustained usage. Riding on steel wheels with colour-coded hubcaps, this handsome pillarless coupe is accompanied by an owner’s handbook, service history, various historic MOT certificates / invoices, two keys and its original ‘Bundt’ alloy wheels.
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