Highlights
- Described by the vendor as an increasingly rare model
- In the previous ownership for almost 20 years
- Retains its original, unmodified 3.5-litre V8 and automatic transmission
- Extensive recent mechanical maintenance carried out
- New front brake components, starter motor and rear silencer included with the car
The Appeal
The Mercedes-Benz SLC is the lesser-seen fixed-roof, pillarless coupé sibling of the celebrated R107 SL. Sharing its robust 3.5-litre V8 and grand touring character, the C107 offers a more discreet alternative with rear seating and elegant proportions. Increasingly scarce on British roads, these cars have quietly become sought-after classics in their own right.
This 1978 example benefits from long-term custodianship, having spent almost 20 years with its previous registered keeper, including a period of dry, heated garage storage. The current owner acquired it as a mechanical restoration project and has since invested considerable time and money in refreshing the running gear. The exterior was professionally repainted approximately nine years ago and has recently been machine polished and wax-protected. The interior is reported to be original and is currently being refreshed. Offered as an ongoing project with additional new parts included, this 350 SLC represents a solid foundation for its next keeper to enjoy.
Key Information
- Mileage: 72,524 miles (indicated)
- Country of registration: United Kingdom
- MOT status: offered without inspection
- Technical specs: 3.5-litre V8, three-speed automatic
- Paperwork: offered with limited documentation
The Detail
- All fluids and filters reported to have been recently replaced
- New spark plugs, ignition leads and drive belts fitted
- Valve clearances adjusted
- Rear braking system renewed
- The vendor states the engine starts, runs and drives well
- Only driven for a short local test drive since the current owner purchased it
- Professionally repainted approximately nine years ago
- Exterior recently professionally machine polished and protected with a wax coating
- The vendor describes the exterior as presenting with straight body panels and good chrome trim
- Some minor age-related imperfections on the exterior but no major dents or significant damage reported
- Interior is original and currently being refreshed
- Interior has been thoroughly steam cleaned
- New moulded carpet set and over-mats being installed
- Seats and interior trim show normal age-related wear and would benefit from further cosmetic improvement
- Electric windows are currently not operating and require attention
- Spent approximately eight years in dry, heated garage storage during previous ownership
- New front brake components, a new starter motor and a new rear silencer are included with the car, ready to be fitted
- Outstanding finance is declared on this vehicle
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