1978 Mercedes-Benz 400-Series

450SLC-SL-CD Coupe

8 - Cyl.

Automatic

10702412022326

Gasoline

"Re-listed Again" RELISTED FOR THE 4TH TIME DO TO THE FOLLOWING NON PAYING EBAYERS ITLALIANDREAM86 & JUSTBETON, THE OTHER NON PAYER ( # 3 and # 4 ) PAID THE NON-REFUNDABLE $500.00 DEPOSIT SO I'M NOT LISTING HIS NAME. SO I'M ASKING ANYONE THAT HAS TO CHECK WITH HIS WIFE, OR HAS TO BORROW THE MONEY OR THINKS THEY MIGHT HAVE A CAR ACCIDENT? BLAH BLAH BLAH TO PLEASE NOT BID. THANK YOU SUPER RARE BEAUTIFUL COLOR COMBINATION & CONDITION PLUS DEALER SERVICE RECORDS IN A ELEGANT TOURING SPORT COUPE "HIGHLIGHTS" RAREST OF THE RARE 1. BRAND NEW BURLWOOD 1. BRAND NEW ALL LEATHER INTERIOR 2. BRAND NEW CARPET IN INTERIOR & TRUNK 3. BEAUTIFUL RARE COLOR OF ORIENT RED OVER BAMBOO LEATHER 4. ORIGINAL BECKER/MEXICO STEREO CASSETTE RESTORED WITH I-POD HARD WIRED INTO GLOVE BOX 5. ORIGINAL SPARE TIRE ON ORIGINAL WHEEL WITH ORIGINAL JACK, AND ORIGINAL FIRST AID KIT ALL INTACT-ORIGINAL OWNERS WARRANTY PLATE, WITH BOOKS AND RECORDS AND DEALER SERVICE RECORDS When the world’s most renowned automobile manufacturer presents the world with an instant classic, maintaining the expectations of enthusiasts can be a rather difficult challenge. Admirers of the 450 SLC will feel as if they went back in time when sitting in this car which runs and feels as if it were locked in a time capsule. The new owner of this beautifully preserved SLC will feel as if they have taken a step back in time when sitting in this car which has the feeling of being brand new and still today is in “Showroom Condition” with its brand new factory carpeting and supple Mercedes all leather interior. The Mercedes 450 SLC is a car that stands amongst its peers as an icon and although there were many other style of cars made around this model it is difficult to associate this decade with any other car. The styling of this 450 SLC still remains classic, and its interior, while always dignified, was decidedly luxurious. The 450 SLC had two-doors, a true pillarless hard-top, and seating for four. It was similar to the 450 SL but with a longer wheelbase which increased the weight slightly. The rear passengers window is actually a 1/4 window with a louvered panel which provides extra privacy. Production lasted from 1970 through 1981. The 450 SLC is renowned for its performance and was constructed by the manufacturer to compete in marathon rallies. The power comes from a 4.5L V8 engine and an automatic transmission. This car is very well equipped with AM/FM stereo radio w optional cassette which has been updated and restored with the iPhone hook up that is hardwired through glove box. It has climate controlled electronic air conditioning not offered before 1978, cruise control, power steering, power locks, power sunroof, seat belts, leather, chrome wheels, and Michelin MXV radial tires. The first thing that anyone comments on when noticing this car is the striking color combination of its Orient Red exterior over its Bamboo interior. The paint is gorgeous along with the Mercedes all leather factory interior and brand new Mercedes factory carpeting. If you are reading this, you most likely already know how rare the SLC’s are, combine the very few SLC’s that are left combined with this striking color combination and you have a very rare car. Most color combinations found for this car are silver, brown or blue. Besides the vehicle looking like it’s in just out of the showroom condition. The vehicle runs and drives absolutely beautiful maintaining its essence of luxury. A few weeks ago I drove the car from Treasure Island to South Beach a 500 mile round trip get away. I used the cruise control all the way down to Miami and back. Staying cool with the air conditioning on while listening to the stereo, the trip was a breeze to make. The faster I drove the smoother she drove. Quiet and steady. While in south beach I literally could not drive anywhere without a comment or people just continually staring at the car admiring it’s beauty.... There are two age related items that are very difficult to see even in these pictures, there is a slight hazing at the bottom of the rear window that is approximately 1” wide by 15” long and a slight hazing on the dash both of these items are very difficult to see in the photo’s. I have the service records where the car was dealer serviced. It just had a major service and new brakes installed at MB authorized dealer. We all know having a MB dealer serviced is much more expensive because the dealer does preventative maintenance or pro-active service, replacing everything and anything before it needs to be. That's why most vintage MB cars are not serviced by the dealer. I can tell you though it makes a world of difference after years and years when a vintage MB has been serviced by the dealer. Being dealer serviced this car has been maintained as required, that is why there are no issues with this car and everything looks and operates like it should. . src="http://i1129.photobucket.com/albums/m513/rgeffon/296.jpg"> . The car has its original books, original warranty plate, original spare tire, wheel and jack, original first aid kit all intact, has a factory Mercedes battery keeping with its originality and having no after market parts, AND BRAND NEW BURLWOOD. No disappointments . Please feel free to have my car professionally or personally inspected (personally much better) or contact me through eBay or call me if you have any questions...........Randy 727.417.4051 If you have less then 10 feedbacks please contact me before placing a bid, also any bids out of the USA must call first. If you do NOT have cash in hand please do not bid. The car is listed locally for sale so this ad may be deleted at any time. Thank you for looking......................