Description
1985 Mercedes-Benz 280SL (R107) — Recently Renovated, Road-Ready, Hardtop Included — £18, 500 onoA beautifully presented example of the iconic R107 280SL, finished in classic Mercedes Signal Red. This car has undergone renovation work and has just been made fully road-ready, with a fresh MOT in place — ready to be enjoyed straight away. Specification• 2. 8-litre fuel-injected straight-six, 4-speed automatic transmission• Mercedes Signal Red exterior• Hardtop included • Original tools and Wind deflector (with case)• Current, fresh MOT• Mileage: 107, 028ConditionA genuine, usable classic rather than a garage queen — mechanically sound and ready to drive and enjoy. Mileage reflects a car that has been used as intended over its life, with the recent renovation bringing it back to a high standard for the next owner. Honest description, viewing welcomed and encouraged. Bodywork History (2016)In 2016 the car underwent a full body repair and respray. A detailed folder documenting the work carried out is available to view (inc photographs; original invoices are not held). This work was bodywork/ cosmetic in nature; no engine work was carried out at this time. Recent Mechanical RecommissioningFollowing storage, the car has recently been recommissioned with the following work carried out: new fuel pump, fuel filter, battery, spark plugs, and vacuum heater unit; replacement fuel tank sender unit; a full review and pressure test of the fuel system; and cleaning and lubrication of the brakes. The car now has a fresh MOT and is fully road-ready. Sale Details£18, 500 ono. Genuine reason for sale. HPI clear / V5 present. Viewing by appointment. Serious enquiries only please. The R107 SL remains one of the most usable and robust classic convertibles available — strong club support, parts availability, and timeless styling. This example combines recent investment and fresh preparation with the practicality of a hardtop for year-round use. Provenance & HistoryWith only 4 owners, this 280SL spent over a decade in the early 2000s based at a family holiday home in the South of France, where it was used by the current owner for gentle local journeys and trips to the beach — a far easier life than the UK roads and climate typically demand. It was subsequently returned to the UK via specialist car carrier (rather than driven), before spending the last 8 years in storage. The recent renovation has brought the car back to full road-ready condition, with a fresh MOT now in place. This history helps explain a mileage built up gradually through light, low-stress use rather than hard daily driving.
