Highlights

Originally a Japanese domestic market vehicle, showing just 38,907 kilometres
Described by the vendor as being in almost concours condition
Contrôle technique valid to March 2028
Currently registered in France

The Appeal

While it's not quite as often seen on the market, the fixed-head coupé counterpart to the iconic R107 SL roadster shares the same tenets of exceptional build quality, with a slightly longer wheelbase and an elegant pillarless hardtop design. Long overshadowed by its open-topped sibling, it's rightly attracted growing appreciation among Mercedes-Benz enthusiasts in recent years.

This 1980 example was originally delivered to the Japanese domestic market. It was subsequently imported to the UK in 2020 before making its way to France in 2024, where it is currently registered. The vendor describes the car as being in fine condition, with a low kilometre reading and a contrôle technique valid to March 2028.

History and Paperwork

First registered in 1980 as a Japanese domestic market vehicle
Imported to the UK in 2020
Imported to France in March 2024, where it is currently registered
Odometer reads 38,907 kilometres, believed to be correct
Contrôle technique valid to March 2028

The Condition

Handsome silver-blue livery
Bodywork appears sound
Brightwork contrasts nicely
Original 'Mexican Hat' wheelset
Underside appears solid with only gentle patina
Interior is highly original
Checked upholstery generally in fine order
Wooden veneers all present and correct
Four small, repaired cracks on the dashboard
Instruments are clean and legible

The Mechanics

4.5-litre V8 engine
3-speed automatic transmission
Engine bay appears to be in good order
Believed to be mechanically standard
The vendor reports the car to be in very good mechanical condition

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