Highlights

Matching numbers
Comprehensive specification including ABS, cruise control, and automatic climate control
Clean Carfax confirming damage-free history
All import duties and VAT paid with USA Title and Dutch import documentation
Seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping

The Appeal

The R107 SL is undoubtedly one of Mercedes-Benz's most successful and enduring designs, with its production spanning nearly two decades from 1971 to 1989. The 380SL represented the mid-range V8 option in the lineup, offering a balance of performance and refinement that made these roadsters highly desirable both then and now.

This 1985 example presents in an elegant Diamond Blue Metallic with complementary Royal Blue leather interior, creating a sophisticated colour combination that epitomises 1980s luxury motoring. This 380SL comes with impressive documentation, including a clean Carfax report verifying its damage-free history and mileage, and all necessary import paperwork with duties and VAT already paid.

The comprehensive factory specification includes desirable features such as ABS, cruise control, automatic climate control, and electric windows, making this a well-equipped example of the iconic German roadster.

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History and Paperwork

VIN: WDBBA45C5FA019354
USA Title and European import documentation
193,869 warranted miles
All duties and VAT have been paid
Clean Carfax report confirming damage-free history and verifying the 193,869-mile odometer reading
Factory options include ABS, cruise control, automatic climate control, electric windows, and 15-hole light alloy wheels
Original specification includes Diamond Blue Metallic paint (355U) with Royal Blue leather interior (272A) and matching dark blue soft top (5010)
The seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping arrangements
Road registration in Europe is the responsibility of the buyer

Mercedes-Benz Datacard:

Code Description

240 Outside Temperature Indicator
440 Tempomat (Cruise Control)
461 Instrument With Miles Ind. And English Legend
470 Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
491 U.S. Version
504 Outside Rearview Mirror, Right; Electrically Controlled; L.h.d
519 Becker Radio Mexico Grand Prix, Electronic (USA)
531 Automatic Antenna
570 Folding Armrest, Front
581 Automatic Climate Control
583 Electric Window Lifters (Front Doors)
587 Automatic Climate Control And Electric Window Lifters (Front Doors)
592 Heat-insulating Glass, All-around, Heated Rear Window Pane, Band Filter
639 Elimination Of First-aid Box And Warning Triangle
640 15-hole Light Alloy Rims
744 Dark Blue Soft Top Fabric 5010
805 Change Of Model Year, The Last Figure Showing The New Model Year

Engine: 12 Cylinder Engine
Transmission: 5-Speed AT
Exterior: designo Graphite (041)
Interior: Grey Alcantara Leather

SAFETY

Tire pressure monitoring system
Child safety rear door locks
ISOFIX universal LATCH system
Emergency interior trunk release
3-point seat belts inc: pre-tensioners, force limiters
Active lane keeping assist
Active blind spot assist
Night View Assist PLUS w/pedestrian protection
Rear view camera
Parktronic w/parking guidance
PRE-SAFE collision preparedness system
ATTENTION ASSIST drowsiness monitor
Front passenger occupant classification system
Front/rear side curtain airbags w/rollover sensor
Front/rear side airbags
Front dual-stage airbags w/adaptive front passenger airbag
LED daytime running lamps
Front/rear crumple zones
Electronic stability program (ESP)
Antilock brake system (ABS)
Brake assist system (BAS)
Electronic traction system (ETS)
4-wheel electronic traction system (4-ETS)
Adaptive braking system w/brake assist

INTERIOR

Night security illumination
Ambient lighting feature
Dual front/rear reading lamps
Dual illuminated vanity mirrors
Pwr rear side window sunshades
Pwr rear window sunshade w/1-touch up/down
Auxiliary pwr outlet
Alcantara headliner
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Rear window defroster w/auto-shutoff
Automatic 4-zone climate control -inc: electrostatic dust & pollen filters, sun, humidity & dew point sensors, seat belt usage sensors
DISTRONIC PLUS adaptive cruise control
Integrated HomeLink compatible garage door opener
Pwr windows w/1-touch express up/down
Digital instrumentation -inc: speedometer, odometer, Touch Shift gear & shift modes selection, tachometer, fuel gauge
Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System display -inc: distance remaining to next maintenance, type of service due, reminders
Multi-function displays in instrument cluster faces -inc: trip computer, exterior temp gauge, maintenance system, oil level check, digital speedometer, reminder & malfunction messages, driver-programmable settings, audio status, navigation route guidance, auto phone list
Central controller w/8" COMAND display
Steering wheel mounted controls -inc: audio, phone, voice, telephony, menu, multi-function display
Heated steering wheel
Premium leather-wrapped steering wheel
4-way pwr tilt/telescopic steering column w/memory, programmable EASY ENTRY feature
Front/rear floor mats
Pwr rear retractable adjustable head restraints
Front/rear adjustable head restraints

EXTERIOR

Soft close doors
Variable doorstop
Rain-sensing aero-blade windshield wipers w/heated washer system
Infrared-reflecting & noise insulating glass
Pwr auto-folding heated mirrors -inc: auto-dimming driver mirror, integrated LED turn signals
Single rear foglamp
Front foglamps
Active bi-xenon automatic headlamps -inc: adaptive high beam assist, cornering lights
Pwr tilt/slide tinted glass panorama sunroof -inc: 1-touch open, front/rear shades
Dual exhaust w/V12-design chrome tailpipes

MECHANICAL

Pwr perforated/vented front & vented rear disc brakes
Pwr vehicle-speed-sensitive rack & pinion steering
Independent 5-arm multi-link rear suspension -inc: anti-squat & anti-dive systems
Independent 4-link front suspension -inc: anti-lift control, stabilizer bar
Active Body Control w/crosswind stabilization -inc: coil spring & electronically controlled hydraulic cylinder w/shock absorber at each wheel, automatic 4-wheel level control, driver-selectable ride-height control, automatic speed-sensitive lowering
Rear wheel drive
Electronic parking brake w/automatic disengagement
5.5L SOHC bi-turbo 36-valve V12 engine

PRICING

New

MSRP: $159,500.00
INSTALLED OPTIONS:
- [918] Ash/Grey, Exclusive Leather Seat $0
- Trim contrast stitching
- [54R] 20" 10 Spoke Aluminum Wheels $2,020
  - P255/35R20 front & P275/35R20 rear tires
- [867] Splitview Front Entertainment System $710
  - remote control
  - wireless headphones
- Original Shipping Charge $875

TOTAL PRICE (ORIGINALLY NEW): $163,105.00

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The Condition

Diamond Blue Metallic (355U) paintwork
Royal Blue leather interior (272A)
Dark blue soft top fabric (5010) complements the exterior colour scheme
Original 15-hole light alloy wheels fitted
Chrome elements, including front and rear bumpers, grille, and mirrors, appear in good order
Interior features include leather seats, centre armrest, and power windows
Dashboard houses original instrumentation, including rev counter and trip counter
Original Becker radio Mexico Grand Prix still installed
Heat-insulating glass all around with a heated rear window

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The Mechanics

3.8-litre (3,839cc) V8 engine producing 215 HP
Four-speed automatic transmission
Matching numbers engine as per the datacard
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Power steering
Power brakes
Cruise control (Tempomat)

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