1985 Mercedes-Benz 280SL R107 For Sale (picture 1 of 82)
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Winning bid
£16,000

1985 Mercedes-Benz 280SL R107

Highlights

  • Engine rebuilt and new radiator fitted in 2025
  • Rare red gingham interior
  • Dry stored in a garage since 2021
  • In current ownership for approximately five years

The Appeal

When it came to the natural evolution of the roadster, we'd wager that the R107 got it spot on. Ruggedly built and relaxed, this open-top tourer felt refined, comfortable and characterful, aided in no small part by its brutalist lines. They're an enduring legend, and definitely a head-turning one! 
This 1985 example has been in its current ownership since 2021, during which time it has been dry stored in a garage. It boasts a particularly rare red gingham cabin, and has reportedly seen a full mechanical refresh in recent years, including a new radiator.
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Key Information

  • Mileage: 87,000 miles (indicated)
  • Country of registration: United Kingdom
  • Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
  • Technical specs: 2,800cc 6-cylinder petrol, 4-speed automatic
  • Paperwork: Limited paperwork reported by the vendor

The Detail

  • Engine rebuilt in 2025
  • New radiator fitted in 2025
  • The vendor describes the car as fantastic to drive and reports it holds the road well
  • Dry stored in a garage in Notting Hill since purchase in 2021
  • Handsomely presented with good, straight bodywork 
  • Some light signs of rust on the front panels
  • Rare red gingham part-fabric interior 
  • Driver's seat is quite worn
  • The rest of the upholstery carries age-commensurate wear
  • Instruments in good order 
  • Veneers carry some wear and lacquer peel 
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Winning bid
£16,000
Sold

Auction Details

  • Year1985
  • MakeMercedes
  • ModelSL Class
  • ColourGold
  • Odometer87,000 Miles
  • Engine size2800cc
  • TransmissionAutomatic, 4 speed
  • Steering positionRight Hand Drive
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownSinclair Gardens
  • CountyLondon
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
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Bidding history

22 Bids

ome••••
Bid
£16,000
13/07/26
joelSer••••
Bid
£13,000
13/07/26
thompso••••
Bid
£12,750
13/07/26
joelSer••••
Bid
£12,500
13/07/26
fayreoa••••
Bid
£12,250
13/07/26
thompso••••
Bid
£12,000
13/07/26
joelSer••••
Bid
£11,750
13/07/26
thompso••••
Bid
£11,500
13/07/26
joelSer••••
Bid
£11,000
13/07/26
fayreoa••••
Bid
£10,500
13/07/26

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