1980 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

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Its spring time and you have that itch to drive a classic but inexpensive 3 season car. This is it and you deserve to have your fun. I have crossed my wife’s limit on the number of cars I can own after just buying another car last winter, I need to let this great one go. I have owned it for the last 8 year and its truly been fun! As such you have an opportunity to get one of my treasures for a steal. This is your opportunity to own a Vintage Mercedes. It is well maintained 1980 450 S land is the perfect combination of old world luxury and universal appeal. Fast competent luxurious stylish and built like a Panzer tank they are the choice of many classic car collectors who like to both show their cars and drive them on a weekend getaways. With less than 160K miles on its original powertrain this rock solid 450 SL is about as close to driving a brand new 32 year old luxury car as you can get. When it was made in 1980 it was the pinnacle of luxury and high performance that represents a class and style unmatched even today with its elegant lines. If you're one of those Daimler diehards who's looking for the ultimate old school Merc or just looking for a really fun second car that makes heads turn but not wallets burn, this 450 SL is an incredible find! While in exceptional shape for any vehicle 32 years old this is not a new car. Look at all the photos supplied and see that you agree with the description. It was inspected in Nov and has PA registration and Stickers until Dec 2012. This 1980 Mercedes 450 SL is a well-maintained classic. Its subdued Charcoal paint carries just the right amount of refinement worthy of a Mercedes badge and looking at its solid flanks there's no question it was constructed with some fine workmanship. Fit finish and panel gaps are exactly what you would expect from a vintage car with the three-pointed star on its nose. For a car that is 32 years old, it has been driven steadily as my three season car the entire time and has never been fully restored this 450 SL is simply a beauty! Like most vintage Mercedes this 450 SLs styling is brilliantly executed with straight sharp edged proportions which recall the days when automakers didn't have to worry about wringing the efficiency out of every single drop of gasoline. At the front of the car a traditional over-sized and chrome trimmed SL grille cages a large chrome Mercedes emblem between four headlights and two bright marker lights. Below that grille a freestanding bumper hangs familiar chrome trimmed driving lights inside of turn signals; and behind that grille a sculpted hood wears a traditional chrome Mercedes-Benz badge. Behind the hood the glass sits inside of stainless trim which hooks to either a black cloth top to keep out summer rain or an optional accessory hard top to mount a heavier assault on nasty winter elements (the hardtop is included for free with the sale of the car but it’s not in working shape and has to be worked on before its useable. Therefore consider it a bonus to the buyer). I personally never used the hardtop. I only used the soft top on those few days that I was unable to enjoy the wind all around me. The soft top side windows both need replacement. The price has been significantly reduced to account for these items. At the sides of the car body moldings parallel both finned rockers with stainless edge guards and classy looking pin stripes. In the middle of the doors slick chrome handles add form to function and at the top of the doors factory fresh chrome mirrors look good and work better. At the back of the car tri-color taillights ride above a second freestanding chrome bumper and fresh chrome Mercedes trunk emblems complement both a chrome power antenna and subtle chrome trunk trim. Lift the long hood and you'll find a lot of advanced technology that allows this 450 SL to provide a smooth ride. It’s meant for long haul cruising. Take it out on the road fully pressurize the electronic fuel injectors. The big motor is smooth powerful accelerates well in any gear. Cosmetically everything here looks like a well preserved 32 year old car with on very close inspection only the hints of that age with a few rust bubbles on the driver door and right quarter panel and normal wear under the frame that aren’t apparent except under close inspection. The care is a real looker and head turn when you drive. For a 32 year old car it has aged exceptional well but it’s not new and classic car buyers understand the difference. And everything from the brake hoses and exhaust system to the fuel tank and fuel lines looks to be in good working order with the exception of the odometer which stopped this last summer after a few more miles have been added since. In addition, I have not had the R-12 refilled which is getting more expensive and difficult to obtain and it most likely will need to be done again this summer. As I ride top-down, the wind makes A/C unnecessary for me. Under those floors rocks solid Mercedes engineering provides a luxurious ride that while not too firm also doesn't feel like a traditional luxury barge. The car's original double A-arm front and coil spring rear suspension keeps body roll in check and well balanced 4-wheel disc brakes provide reliable drama-free stops from virtually any speed. On the outside of those disc brakes 14 inch painted steel wheels present a like-new appearance and wear 205/75. In addition, there are four extra rims that are worn. A solid convertible like this cool Mercedes can turn even the most monotonous drives into fun open-air adventures. And thanks to their combination of summertime sun and stiff structure it's no wonder these cars were and still remain one of the most popular hobby Mercedes of all time. Inside this well-mannered 450 SL is Teutonic luxury at its finest. Perforated leather buckets are supremely comfortable and have aged well. Saddle tinted and do show some wear but well under that expected for being 32 years old. In front of those seats the gauges are laid out in the typical Mercedes fashion of three binnacles with simple dials and lighted pointers. It should be noted that the odometer has worked sporadically since last summer. Behind those gauges the dash is trimmed in wood features a retrofitted pioneer CD player and flows into a great looking wood topped console. Inside the console the cars simple wood shifter sits between a vertically oriented climate control system and switches for standard power windows. Below the console Saddle carpet presents much much better than its age would suggest and at the sides of the seats well-padded Saddle door panels feature great looking chrome trim and perfectly functional chrome door handles. In front of the driver a familiar black Mercedes branded steering wheel provides an excellent connection to the road while still maintaining a luxury car feel. And below the convertible boot a fully carpeted trunk has enough room to stash a couple of sets of golf clubs. Included with the sales is the cars original owner's manual original, accessory books and a shop repair book. Both luxurious and capable this 1980 Mercedes 450 SL is a substantial roadster that has been well maintained throughout its entire existence. Thanks to the SLs reputation for excellent engineering Mercedes-Benz sells every one they build year after year and vintage examples like this 80 enjoy a large group of dedicated fans. If you're looking for a great cruiser that when it comes to power and performance is a genuine iron fist in a silk glove you simply can't go wrong with a this slick 450 SL! If you’re looking for a new car, there are plenty of 2012 vehicles out there. If you’re a serious car buyer looking for classic luxury that won’t break the bank this is a great car to cruise your springs, summers, and falls to come. Buyer responsible for pickup.