Highlights
- Low mileage for age and model
- Five keepers with current one since 1995
- Factory correct Diamond Blue with hard top
- Good history file showing regular maintenance
- Current MOT to March 2026 with no advisories
- Eligible for Historic Vehicle status from April 2026
- Handsome and usable example of the V8 R107
The Appeal
A V8 R107 adds a sonorous soundtrack to any road trip, and for that reason alone, we are drawn to this attractive Diamond Blue 380SL. Sitting smartly on a set of brightly be-chromed steel wheels, it is in solid and very usable condition. Perfect, in fact, for summer motoring.
Across the bodywork, paintwork and interior, this is a well-kept car . It has covered few miles for a R107 and for its 40 years. There have been just five keepers - the current one since 1995.
The car comes to market with a good history file showing regular maintenance. There is the added transparency of a lengthy MOT that runs to March 2026 with no advisories. That could be the car’s last test because from April 2026 it will be eligible for Historic Vehicle status, making it tax, MOT and ULEZ exempt.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 1st August 1985
- Factory built in June 1985
- Five registered keepers
- Current keeper since June 1995
- V5C in current keeper’s name
- Various old MOTs as shown
- Factory handbooks
- Stamped service book as shown
- Eligible for Historic Vehicle status from 1st April 2026
- This is based on the build date shown above and below
- Current MOT to 12th March 2026 with no advisories
- 104,762 miles on current test and 104,826 miles in photos
- FN WDB1070452a032227
- Model 380 SL
- Engine 116962 22 041286
- Transmission 722312 02 648887
- Order Number 0 5 537 55015
- Order Location Great Britain
- Interior Fabric - Blue (072)
- Paint 1 Diamond Blue Metallic (355o)
- Paint 2 Diamond Blue Metallic (355o)
- Approx. Build Date 1985-06
- 240 Outside Temperature Indicator
- 406 Single Seat With Orthopaedic Front Seat Backrest, Left And Right
- 440 Tempomat (Cruise Control)
- 470 Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
- 504 Outside Rearview Mirror, Right; Electrically Controlled; L.H.D
- 532 Automatic Antenna Without Radio Set
- 565 Rear Seats Used On Sl Models
- 570 Folding Armrest, Front
- 587 Automatic Climate Control And Electric Window Lifters (Front Doors)
- 592 Heat-Insulating Glass, All-Around, Heated Rear Window Pane, Band Filter
- 640 15-Hole Light Alloy Rims
- 740 Black Soft Top Fabric 9001
The Condition
- Smartly presented car in factory-correct Diamond Blue metallic (355O)
- Matching hard top included and blue fabric roof
- Paintwork presents well with few noticeable marks to note in photos
- Bodywork also well kept with only minor aging visible in photos
- This includes an area of bubbling to the offside rear arch
- Hard top in good condition inside and out with only light aging to note
- Blue folding fabric roof is presentable with light marks to note and clear screens
- Areas of localised damage to note on roof above both doors
- Fitted with steel wheels with chrome embellishers featuring body colour trim
- Tyres of mixed brands in good general condition with plenty of tread
- Underside presents well in photos with no advisories for structural on MOT
- Blue checked cloth interior in good condition with light wear to note
- This includes driver’s seat base but it is not particularly unsightly
- Factory fitted rear seats
- Hood stand also included
- Interior shows light signs of age but remains very presentable
- Door cards, dashboard, console and switchgear in good order
- Veneers present well across dashboard and console with only light age
- Carpets in blue through cabin and boot with some marks to note in photos
- Steel spare wheel in boot
The Mechanics
- 3,818cc M116 220bhp V8 engine
- 4sd automatic gearbox
- Generally well maintained with long term current keeper
- No reported running or driving issues
- No advisories on current MOT
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