Description
Mercedes 450SLC C107, 1980
* This C107-generation Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC is a refined V8-powered grand tourer, finished in a period-appropriate colour combination.
* It is powered by a naturally aspirated 4. 5-litre V8, delivering 222bhp and 278lb-ft of torque to the rear wheels through a three-speed automatic transmission.
* The odometer reads 16, 038 miles, and the seller notes that a replacement unit was fitted at 50, 000 miles, making the total distance covered around 66, 038 miles, though this is not warranted.
EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES
* The car is finished in Manganese Brown over a beige velour-trimmed cabin.
* It rides on a set of retrofitted 14-inch steel wheels, fitted with chrome and body-coloured covers as well as Falken tyres.
* Equipment includes a sunroof, electric front and rear windows, cruise control, and a Becker Traffic Pro stereo.
* Rockford Fosgate speakers have been fitted.
* Accompanying the sale is the owner’s handbook, service history, various historic MOT test certificates and service invoices, and the original ‘Bundt’ alloy wheels.
CONDITION
* Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
* Specific notes from the seller include: small bubbles in the bonnet and on the front wheel arch, wear on the driver’s seat bolster, ‘darkening’ on the front seats, and a few small holes in the headlining as shown in the pictures.
* The seller also reports that the rear end was resprayed approximately four years ago, and that the cruise control is non-functional.
* Due to its age, the car is believed to be exempt from mandatory MOT testing.
SERVICE HISTORY
* The car was last serviced in 2017 at an indicated 10, 234 miles by Automerc Service Ltd.
* The two previous services were carried out in April 2017 at an indicated 9, 239 miles and November 2015 at an indicated 7, 607 miles.
* Highams Park Motors replaced the alternator belt in 2018.
Dates and mileage:
* 2017 – 10, 234 miles
* Apr 2017 – 9, 239 miles
* Nov 2015 – 7, 607 miles
* Aug 2010 – 7, 589 miles
* Jan 2008 – 5, 553 miles
* Oct 2006 – 502 miles
* Aug 2003 – speedometer change
SUMMARY
The C107-era Mercedes-Benz SLC is a lesser-seen grand touring coupe, designed alongside the more commonly seen R107-era SL convertible but featuring a longer wheelbase and coupe bodywork. This example is equipped with the muscular 4. 5-litre V8, and is finished in a period-appropriate colour combination which includes a rare velour-trimmed cabin. Whilst the new owner may wish to carry out a routine service based on time elapsed since its last maintenance, it would make a natural addition to any collection as well as a stylish and refined weekend cruiser or long-distance touring companion for any marque connoisseur.
