Detail Info for: PRISTINE ORIG CA 1985 MERCEDES 380 SL LOW MI NO RESERVE

Transaction Info
Sold On:
07/01/2010
Price:
$ 12500.00
Condition:
Used
Mileage:
91845
Location:
Southern California, 91423
Seller Type:
-
Vehicle Specification
Year Make Model:
1985 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
Submodel Body Type:
380SL Convertible
Engine:
8 Cylinder 5.6 Liter
Transmission:
Automatic
VIN:
WDBBA45D5FA024384
Vehicle Title:
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:
Vehicle Detail
If you were ever looking for a one lady owned 380 SL roadster that was one of the best untouched originals around,you may have just found what you were looking for! This is a magnificent original 1985 Mercedes 380 SL convertible that is in mint condition throughout.This is the last year for the 380 SL model.This magnificent garaged kept car was kept by meticulous single lady owner in Southern California its entire life and only has 91,845 original pampered miles.I have all the original books,records,manuals,and even the original cassette tape.The car is as nice as you can get and truly looks,runs,and drives like a 30K very well cared for original.I have rarely come across any SL,even a very low mile example,that compares to this one.The car is truly in mint condition.This car is immpeccable and the owner babied and pampered this car from day one.When driven,the car was never parked in any sunlight,so the car was very well protected from any type of sun damage.The car has virtually no dings,wear marks,or scratches because the car was always carefully parked away from any other close vehicles.The stunning Nautical blue/gray color combination is not only rare but an absolute beauty to be seen in at you favorite weekend getaway.The car still has the beautiful lustrous original Nautical blue paint.The paint is stunning and has absolutely no rust,accidents,or clear coat issues.It is amazing that a 25 year old classic with the factory original paint can be this beautiful and driven and protected with such care.The original gray leather interior is in brand new condition!The seats are leather and original and has absolutely no wear.The carpets are in perfect shape.The original dash is flawless.The amazing wood console has no discolorations or cracks.Everything operates perfectly including both the heater and climate controlled air conditioning.The car also comes with the rare driver's side air bag(only used by factory in late 1985 models),power windows,power antenna,power door locks,cruise control for added convenience.I do have the original Becker radio,if preferred.The car runs and drives like it is 1985 all over again.The engine purrs,the transmission shifts smoothly.The car was meticulously maintained and drives like new.The car handles down the road perfectly with no play in the steering,stops on a dime,and no fluid leaks.It comes standard with the most efficient 3.8 litre fuel injected V-8 and also came standard with the durable dual timing chain.It is a trouble-free car that needs nothing for a long distance drive.The engine compartment is totally original and as you can see in the photos,in immaculate original shape.The trunk compartment is also very nice and does have both the original tool kit and original spare tire(never used).The car does come with both tops.The hardtop is flawless.The blue canvas softtop is in beautiful condition .If you look closely at all the small items on the car like the original polished alloy wheels,aluminum,rubbers,and trim pieces,you will be absolutely amazed how brilliant and unused these pieces were kept in for the the last 25 years.If you are in the market for one of the finest untouched originals that was kept in amazing condition,this is for you.The car is offered at No reserve,so don't miss out on owning one of the finest originals around.