Highlights
- Complete with hard top and soft top
- Original 1981 UK right-hand drive example
- Comprehensive history folder dating back to 1990
The Appeal
Timeless design, rock-solid build quality and impressive specification made the R107 one of the most important parts of the Mercedes-Benz repertoire. These roadsters continue to evoke plenty of interest, and may well be amongst one of the most enduring classics out there.
This Ivory 280 SL comes complete with both a hard top and a soft top. Its history dates back to 1990. It's a fine, highly original machine, with the only significant modifications being the addition of a CarPlay touchscreen radio and upgraded speakers.
Solid, well-presented and eminently drivable, we expect this car will attract plenty of interest.
History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1981
- The DVLA records 9 previous keepers
- In current ownership for over 3 years
- Complete with a history folder dating back to 1990
- ULEZ and MOT exempt
- Indicates 74,283 miles
The Condition
- Ivory white paintwork, well-presented with some signs of wear
- Occasional blister or bubble here and there
- Some minor corrosion on the boot lid lip
- Other areas of corrosion are largely isolated to the arches and sills
- All chromework is present and correct
- Glasswork and lenses free of any fractures
- Comes with a matching ivory white hard top and black soft top
- Original Mercedes-Benz alloys
- Underside has been treated and shows only gentle signs of corrosion
- Black interior in MB-Tex and gingham fabric
- Seats are free of any significant rips and tears
- Door cards in good condition
- Some wear to the wooden veneers, particularly to the centre console
- All instruments are clear and legible
- Upgraded with a CarPlay Touchscreen Radio
- Upgraded with Pioneer TS-G400 speakers
The Mechanics
- 2.8-Litre six-cylinder engine
- 4-speed automatic transmission
- Engine bay in fair order with light areas of corrosion
- We understand the car to be in good, drivable order
- We've no reports of any mechanical issues
Over the past three years, work has included:
- Replacement of rear exhaust assembly
- Replacement of brake caliper and master cylinder
- Recomissioning of the brake systems
- Anti-roll bar links replaced
- Fresh fuel pipes
- New HT leads and power steering belt fitted
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