1968 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

Convertible

280

Automatic

11304412002456

Clear

Gasoline

Owned since 1993, was a daily driver for a few years, but has been stored for many years (8+). Ran and drove perfect before storage. Complete original car. Not running but turns over freely. 1 to 3 inch rust holes in corners of inner fenders, floor pans, and trunk pan. Both Rocker panels rusted through and need complete replacing. Paint clear coat is peeling, Interior is original and shows wear, cracked dash. Hard top with intact headliner, rear Jumper Seat, New soft-top in 1993, opened once, spare tire and cover in trunk. All Glass good. ALL Keys available. I used to have the Original Owners Manual and all receipts, but haven't been able to locate it now. (I'll keep looking for paperwork, but no guarantee on this). Restoration project sold "AS-IS". Check pics for matching I.D. numbers. I loved driving this car in the past. And always thought I would restore it and enjoy it once more. Sad to see it go, but time for someone else to take on the labor of love.***NO RESERVE! On May-24-14 at 22:50:58 PDT, seller added the following information: Even though car has been in Tucson for years, it is not an "Arizona Original". It was purchased from a woman who retired here from the Chicago area in 1993. It's complete but expect rust and age related issues from long term storage. On May-25-14 at 16:39:22 PDT, seller added the following information: Have had LOTS of emails about this car. THANKS for all the interest. I have no desire to do a Buy It Now at this time and would like to let the auction proceed. .Here's a bit more info on the car to help answer questions....Stereo is not original.Frigiking AC was removed prior to my purchase in '93, but AC Compressor is still intact.Evidence of previous rust repair on inner front wheel wells, upper-back portions only.Rocker panels are rusted out. Area under overflow tank on upper RT inner fender also has holes.Undercarriage surface rust from long term storageSome seals show signs of leakingConvertible Soft top in boot is light blue in color. (new in 1992 and unused,but condition unknown)Original tire-Jack, spare, and cover in trunk.Interior components are complete, some fragile.Tires are rollers only, poor condition.All Hubcaps intact.Original manual/receipts still missing, but will post pics if found (NOT guaranteed, but will forward to buyer after sale, if located)Otherwise, as stated and complete, needing restorationPlease see PICS and description for further details on this great old 280SL.On May-27-14 at 15:08:36 PDT, seller added the following information: Had a few more calls and emails with questions, so here's another update. The search for the original receipts has turned up empty so far. I have a sinking feeling that a housekeeper may has tossed them with other "old" stuff a couple months ago. I will look a bit more and if found will include with purchase, chances are slim at this point. I'm no expert but in looking at the KKMFG.com/113 catalog I can suggest repair panels in both rocker/sill areas, rear quarter patch-panel, and maybe some floor and trunk pans (they have corner holes), and both front fender dirt-shields. As stated, it's a Restoration project and will sell to the highest bidder. Will be a fine car once brought back to its original glory.On May-29-14 at 22:59:13 PDT, seller added the following information: Rear quarter panels behind wheels show signs of some rust and previous repairs. I will be out of town for a few days, but happy to answer questions via email in the meantime. Happy Bidding!