Description
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. Plus, document/ invoice stating the clock change 50, 000 miles.
CONDITION
Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
Specific notes : 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.
Due to its age, the car is 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.
PLEASE NOTE :
Private plate/ registration NOT included in the sale. Right, if you know your classics, you’ll know the R107 convertible gets all the limelight. But let me tell you, the real connoisseurs, the ones who dig deeper, know the 450SLC is the one to have. It's longer, sleeker, more composed, and dare I say it... much much rarer. A proper sleeper.
I’ve had nothing but joy owning this car. And I don’t say that lightly. Every drive has been an event. Whether I’m suited up for a classic car gathering or popping out in trackies, it always turns heads, but in a respectful nod kind of way, not a “look at me!” shout.
The drive? its smooth, really smooth, almost arrogant in how it handles the road, like it knows it was built to a higher standard. The V8 doesn’t shout either, but it growls when provoked. There’s class here, not chaos.
Honestly, it’s been loved. I’m not flogging a problem, I’m passing on a car that’s given me genuine joy, and still has loads more to give.
Whether you’re into classic rallies, Sunday cars and coffee, or just want something different from the usual suspects, this is your answer. It’s subtle. It’s rare. And it’s ready for someone who’ll get the same joy out of it that I have.
