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Winning bid
€18,000

1979 Mercedes-Benz 450SL (R107)

Highlights

  • USA title and Dutch Import documentation
  • All duties and VAT have been paid
  • CLEAN CARFAX document and Mercedes-Benz datacard included
  • Seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping

The Appeal

The R107 was intended as a car to conquer California. With its hefty proportions, quintessentially retro lines and impressive build quality, it did so with ease. The executive level trims felt ritzy yet restrained, and the entire car from top to tyres carried a level of effortlessly cool sophistication.

This ex-USA example has recently arrived in the Netherlands, with all VAT and import duties paid. The next step will be for the lucky buyer to register it in Europe and return it to the road.
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The History and Paperwork

  • Registered in 1979
  • USA title with Dutch import documentation
  • All duties and VAT have been paid
  • Clean CARFAX document included
  • Mercedes-Benz datacard included

The Condition

  • Light Blue Metallic paintwork
  • Highly original throughout
  • Blue leather interior
  • Dark blue soft top
  • 15-hole alloy rims
  • Equipped with heat-insulating glass and heated rear window pane
The Options and Features

The vendor has provided the following from the Mercedes-Benz datacard: 
Engine 117985 12 038047
Transmission  02 113223
Order Number              0 8 705 76236
Order Location            UNITED STATES (USA)
Interior              LEATHER BLUE (202)
Paint 1 GREY BLUE METALLIC (906O)
Paint 2 GREY BLUE METALLIC (906O)
Paint 5 02
Code   Description
416       HARDTOP MOUNTED
440       TEMPOMAT (CRUISE CONTROL)
467       CENTRAL LOCKING MECHANISM AND INSTRUMENTS WITH ENGLISH LETTERING
494       VERSION FOR USA
502       OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR, ON THE RIGHT
518       BECKER RADIO MEXICO CASSETTE FULL STEREO (AM/FM, USA)
524       PAINTWORK - PRESERVATION
531       AUTOMATIC ANTENNA
570       FOLDING ARMREST, FRONT
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
668       MODE OF PACKING VE III WITH STYROPOR BUMPER RAILS
744       DARK BLUE SOFT TOP FABRIC 5010 

The Mechanics 

  • 4.5-litre (4,520 cc) V8 engine
  • 3-speed automatic transmission
  • Factory-standard
  • We've no reports of any mechanical issues
This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following: 
✓ The seller of this vehicle is registered as a business seller. And you are covered by Car & Classic’s Terms and Conditions
✓ We request that a non-refundable fee be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted. Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates. 
✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind. 
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's fee. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing. 
✓ We want a smooth transaction just as much as you do and as such we run all UK-registered cars and motorbikes for sale on Car & Classic through an online HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing, allowing you to bid with confidence. 
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Winning bid
€18,000
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Auction Details

  • Year1979
  • MakeMercedes
  • ModelSL Class
  • ColourBlue
  • Odometer110,098 Kilometres
  • Engine size4520cc
  • TransmissionAutomatic, 3 speed
  • Steering positionLeft Hand Drive
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Seller TypeTrade
  • CountryNetherlands
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Bidding history

32 Bids

Tom••••
Bid
€18,000
20/05/25
Nicofic••••
Bid
€17,750
20/05/25
Tom••••
Bid
€17,500
20/05/25
Nicofic••••
Bid
€17,250
20/05/25
Tom••••
Bid
€17,000
20/05/25
Nicofic••••
Bid
€16,500
20/05/25
Tom••••
Bid
€16,250
20/05/25
Nicofic••••
Bid
€15,750
20/05/25
Tom••••
Bid
€15,500
20/05/25
Nicofic••••
Bid
€15,250
20/05/25

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