Highlights

American import, permanently registered in France with duties and taxes paid
Original hardtop included
The seller states that the 4.5-litre V8 runs well
No history of total loss or major structural damage

The Appeal

The Mercedes-Benz R107 has become iconic. A roadster with a square, decisively purposeful styling, revised to achieve a stylish executive standard and featuring market-leading build quality. It has built a remarkable reputation for endurance — a classic that can still keep pace with today’s automotive landscape without any trouble.

This example was imported from the United States and is now permanently imported into France with duties and taxes paid, and with registration in progress. The seller indicates that the V8 and the three-speed automatic gearbox operate well, although the car failed its last MOT on three points and would benefit from some attention to be brought up to standard. Inside, the seats are reported as in good condition, though there are signs of wear elsewhere in the cabin.

It’s a handsome prospect with an attractive yellow shade and plenty of originality that catches the eye.

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Key Information

Mileage: 92,300 miles (stated as exact; no independent verification mentioned)
Country of origin: United States (imported permanently into France, duties and taxes paid, registration in progress)
MOT status: MOT valid until May 2026, failed on three points (play in the steering gear, noise from the power steering pump, noisy exhaust)
Technical specifications: 4,500 cc petrol V8, three-speed automatic transmission
Documents: French import papers and MOT certificate

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The Detail

Repainted at an unknown date with occasional paint touch-ups
The bodywork is reportedly in good condition, with no signs of excessive wear or deformation
The rear emblem is missing
Crack in the passenger-side windscreen, about 25 cm
Soft top missing
Interior broadly in good condition with wear marks on the central console
Seats in good condition per reports, with no tears or cracks
Wood interior trim is cracked
Reading lamps are poorly placed
A/C does not appear to be working
Power windows operate slowly
The seller notes the car could benefit from a small investment and recommissioning to improve overall condition
Under French law, the buyer may drive and register the car for two months despite the MOT failure

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