Highlights
- Only 88,583 miles from new
- Matching numbers engine
- Comes with USA title and EU import documents
- All duties and VAT have been paid
- Seller can assist with worldwide shipping
The Appeal
With its straight-slab styling and brash - yet sophisticated - Hollywood persona, the R107 was practically created to conquer the American market - and it definitely achieved its goals. This was Mercedes-Benz' 'California' car, and continues to be prized as one of the best examples of their rock-solid engineering.
This example, originally based in the USA, was built in 1977, and still maintains its original 4.5-Litre V8 under the bonnet. The Milan Brown Metallic paintwork suits the car's lines down to the ground, while the chrome components are still casting a lovely bright contrast. The car comes complete with a small stock of paperwork and its original US title. All that's left is to register it in the EU and return it to the road.
The History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1977
- Comes with USA title and EU import documents
- Matching numbers engine
- All duties and VAT have been paid
- Includes books and recent maintenance records
- Indicates 088,583 miles (mileage is authentic, also confirmed by invoices)
The Condition
- Bodywork is in good overall order
- Picked out in a 404G Milan Brown Metallic livery, which really suits the car's lines
- Chromed front and rear bumpers, grille, mirrors, and rims
- We're told the soft top is lifting correctly
- Attractive, colour-matched leather interior
- No reports of any rips or tears
- Original Becker Europa II radio
- All instruments are clear and legible
- Equipped with air conditioning, cruise control, and power windows
The Mechanics
- Powered by a 4.5-Litre (4,520cc) V8 powerplant
- Automatic transmission
- Mechanically standard with no reported modifications
- Recent maintenance records available
- The vendor informs us that the car is driving well with no issues
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