Highlights

Only 3,789 examples of the 380SLC were produced over a two year period
Comprehensively restored with over £15,000 invested across bodywork, interior and mechanical work
Underside restoration carried out
In long-term family ownership, garaged and kept covered for over 10 years
All seats replaced with brand new items

The Appeal

The C107 fixed coupé has become one of the rarer iterations of Mercedes-Benz's legendary tourer, and arguably the more 'practical' iteration of the car. Thanks to the removal of that soft top, it had two full-sized rear seats. Effectively, it was the family-friendly 107, and despite having significantly fewer units shifted in its heyday, it's become a lesser-spotted and very popular retro classic.

This 1981 example has benefited from significant investment during its time in long-term family care, with substantial work carried out on the bodywork, interior, engine and underside. Garaged and kept covered for over a decade, this 380 SLC, showing 141,000 miles, is a compelling car indeed.

History and Paperwork

First registered in 1981 in the United Kingdom
In long-term family ownership, stored in the family's own garage for over 10 years
Over £10,000 spent on bodywork restoration
Over £2,000 spent on interior restoration, including brand new seats throughout
Approximately £3,000–£4,000 spent on engine work (labour and parts)
Full restoration carried out on the underside
MOT exempt as a historic vehicle
Always kept covered inside the garage
Circa 141,000 miles from new

The Condition

Handsome fixed-roof car with attractive silver livery
The vendor states that the bodywork is in very good order
Some bubbling to the front, just above the headlight
One small corrosion mark on the boot
Original 'Mexican Hat' alloys
Underside, from what we can discern, is good and solid
Blue velour interior is in very good order
Instruments are clean and legible
Gentle patina to the dashboard
Wooden elements in good order
The vendor states the engine bay is clean with no oil drips or marks

The Mechanics

3.8-litre V8 engine
Four-speed automatic transmission
True-to-factory spec
Engine bay in good order
New chrome exhaust fitted
Approximately £3,000–£4,000 worth of engine work carried out (labour and parts)
Reported to be driving well with no significant issues

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