1976 Mercedes-Benz 400-Series

450 SLC

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SELLERS NOTES:CAR IS IN GOOD CONDITION HAS MINOR FLAWS BUT WILL RUN AND DRIVE WITH OUT ANY ISSUES.ALL ORIGINALAC WORKSINTERIOR IS IN GOOD CONDITION.EXTERIOR IS IS EXCELLENT CONDITION.SUN ROOF OKBRAKE OKLIGHTS OKTIRES WILL HOLD AIR BUT ARE NOT NEW.STARTS AND DRIVES EVERYTIME.LOW MILAGE =141K TRUNK AND FLOORS ARE SOLID!.GREAT CAR FOR ANOTHER FELLOW ETHUSIAST. ****WILL PAY SHIPPING TO 48 STATES WITH "BUY NOW" PRICE FOR $7000.00 USDTHE CAR IS WORH MUCH MORE!! GREAT DEAL!**** The Mercedes-Benz R107 and C107 are automobiles which were produced by Mercedes-Benz from 1971 through 1989, being the second longest single series ever produced by the automaker, after the G-Class. They were sold under the SL (R107) and SLC (C107) model names as the 280 SL, 280 SLC, 300 SL, etc. up to the 560 SL.The R107 replaced the W113 SL-Class in 1971 and was replaced by the R129 SL-Class in 1989. The SLC replaced the W111Coupé in 1971 and was replaced by the C126 S-class coupe in 1981.The R107 was described by many as one of the best looking cars Mercedes-Benz produced to date.[2]Contents [hide] 1 Model history1.1 Technical data2 North American models2.1 Technical data3 See also4 References5 External linksModel history[edit]The R107 took the chassis components of the mid size Mercedes-Benz W114 model and mated them initially to the M116 and M117 V8 engines used in the W108, W109 and W111 series.The SL variant was a 2-seat convertible/roadster with standard soft top and optional hardtop and optional folding seats for the rear bench. The SLC (C107) derivative was a 2 door hardtop coupe with normal rear seats. The SLC is commonly referred to as an 'SL coupe', and this was the first time that Mercedes-Benz had based a coupe on an SL roadster platform rather than on a saloon, replacing the former saloon-based 280/300 SE coupé in Mercedes lineup. The SLC was replaced earlier than the SL, with the model run ending in 1981, with a much larger model, the 380 SEC and 500SEC based on the new S class.1971-1976 350SLC coupe — note longer wheelbase and rear pillar with louvresVolume production of the first R107 car, the 350 SL, started in April 1971 alongside the last of the W113 cars; the 350 SLC followed in October. Sales in North America began in 1972, and cars wore the name 350 SL, but had a larger 4.5L V8 (and were renamed 450 SL for model year 1973); the big V8 became available on other markets with the official introduction of the 450 SL/SLC on non-North American markets in March 1973. US cars sold from 1972 through 1975 used the Bosch D Jetronic fuel injection system, an early electronic engine management system.From July 1974 both SL and SLC could also be ordered with a fuel-injected 2.8L straight-6as 280 SL and SLC. US models sold from 1976 through 1979 used the Bosch K Jetronic system, an entirely mechanical fuel injection system. All US models used the 4.5 liter engine, and were called 450 SL/SLC.In September 1977 the 450 SLC 5.0 joined the line. This was a special version of the big coupé, featuring a new all-aluminum five-liter V8, aluminum alloy bonnet and boot-lid, and a black rubber rear spoiler, along with a small front-lip spoiler. The 450SLC 5.0 was produced in order to homologate the SLC for the 1978 World Rally Championship.Mercedes-Benz 560 SL (Japan)Starting in 1980, US cars were equipped with lambda control, which varied the air/fuel mixture based on feedback from an oxygen sensor. The 350, 450 and 450 SLC 5.0 models (like the 350 and 450 SL) were discontinued in 1980 with the introduction of the 380 and 500 SLC in March 1980. At the same time, the cars received a very mild makeover; the 3-speed automatic was replaced by a four-speed unit.The C107 SLC has had a successful rally careerThe 280, 380 and 500 SLC were discontinued in 1981 with the introduction of the W126 series 380 and 500 SEC coupes. A total of 62,888 SLCs had been manufactured over a ten-year period of which just 1,636 were the 450 SLC-5.0 and 1,133 were the 500 SLC. Both these models are sought by collectors today. With the exception of the SL65 AMG Black Series, the SLC remains the only fixed roof Mercedes-Benz coupe based on a roadster rather than a sedan.Following the discontinuation of the SLC in September 1981, the 107 series continued initially as the 280, 380 and 500 SL. At this time, the V8 engines were re-tuned for greater efficiency, lost a few hp and consumed less fuel, helped by substantially numerically shorter axle ratios (that went from 3.27:1 to 2.47:1 for the 380 SL and from 2.72:1 to 2.27:1 for the 500 SL). From September 1985 the 280 SL was replaced by a new 300 SL, and the 380 SL by a 420 SL; the 500 SL continued and a 560 SL was introduced for certain extra-European markets, most notably the USA. Also in 1985, the Bosch KE Jetronic was fitted. The KE Jetronic system varied from the earlier, all mechanical system by the introduction of a more modern engine management "computer", which controlled idle speed, fuel rate, and air/fuel mixture. The final car of the 18 years running 107 series was a 500 SL painted Signal red, built on August 4, 1989; it currently resides in the Mercedes-Benz museum in Stuttgart, Germany.Technical data[edit]Technical data Mercedes-Benz R107/C107 (standard version - non USA, S, J, AUS)[3] (Manufacturer's figures except where stated)[hide]Mercedes-Benz280 SL/SLC*300 SL350 SL/SLC**380 SL/SLC†420 SL450 SL/SLC***500 SL/SLC****‡Produced: MY 1974–1985 (SL) MY 1974–1981 (SLC)MY 1985–1989MY 1971–1980MY 1980–1985 (SL) MY 1980–1981 (SLC)MY 1985–1989MY 1973–1980MY 1980–1989 (SL) MY 1980–1981 (SLC)Engine: 6-cylinder-inline engine (four-stroke), front-mounted90° 8-cylinder-V engine (four-stroke), front-mountedBore x Stroke: 86 mm x 78.8 mm88.5 mm x 80.25 mm92 mm x 65.8 mm92 mm x 71.8 mm92 mm x 78.9 mm92 mm x 85 mm96.5 mm x 85 mmDisplacement: 2746 cc2962 cc3499 cc3818 cc4196 cc4520 cc4973 ccMax. Power @ rpm: 185 PS (136 kW; 182 hp) @ 6000188 PS (138 kW; 185 hp) @ 5700200 PS (150 kW; 200 hp) @ 5800218 PS (160 kW; 215 hp) @ 5500218 PS (160 kW; 215 hp) @ 5200225 PS (165 kW; 222 hp) @ 5000240 PS (180 kW; 240 hp) @ 5000Max. Torque @ rpm: 238 N·m (176 lb·ft) @ 4500255 N·m (188 lb·ft) @ 4400286 N·m (211 lb·ft) @ 4000299 N·m (221 lb·ft) @ 4000392 N·m (289 lb·ft) @ 3750377 N·m (278 lb·ft) @ 3000402 N·m (297 lb·ft) @ 3200Compression Ratio: 9.0: 19.2: 19.5: 19.0: 19.0: 18.8: 19.0: 1Fuel feed: Fuel injection, Bosch D- or K-Jetronic, from 1985 KE-JetronicFuel tank capacity: 90 L (23.8 US gal; 19.8 imp gal), from 1985: 85 L (22.5 US gal; 18.7 imp gal)Valvetrain: DOHC, duplex chainSOHC, simplex chainSOHC, duplex chainCooling: WaterGearbox: 4- or 5-speed manual standard on 380/420/450/500: 3-speed automatic, from 1980: 4-speed automatic rear wheel driveElectrical system: 12 voltFront suspension: Double wishbones, coil springs, additional rubber springs, stabilising barRear suspension:: Diagonal swing axle, coil springs, stabilising barBrakes: Disc brakes (Ø 278 mm front, 279 mm rear; from 1985: 284/279 mm), power assisted ABS from 1980 on request or standardSteering: Recirculating ball steeringBody structure: Sheet steel, unibody constructionDry weight: SL: 1,560 kg (3,440 lb) SLC: 1,610 kg (3,550 lb)1,530 kg (3,370 lb)SL: 1,600 kg (3,500 lb) SLC: 1,650 kg (3,640 lb)SL: 1,640 kg (3,620 lb) SLC: 1,690 kg (3,730 lb)1,600 kg (3,500 lb)SL: 1,640 kg (3,620 lb) SLC: 1,690 kg (3,730 lb)SL: 1,600 kg (3,500 lb) SLC: 1,570 kg (3,460 lb)Loaded weight: SL: 1,920 kg (4,230 lb) SLC: 2,040 kg (4,500 lb)1,930 kg (4,250 lb)SL: 1,960 kg (4,320 lb) SLC: 2,050 kg (4,520 lb)SL: 1,960 kg (4,320 lb) SLC: 2,050 kg (4,520 lb)2,020 kg (4,450 lb)SL: 2,015 kg (4,442 lb) SLC: 2,095 kg (4,619 lb)SL: 1,960 kg (4,320 lb) SLC: 2,005 kg (4,420 lb)Track front/ rear: 1,452 mm (57.2 in) 1,440 mm (57 in) from 1985: 1,461 mm (57.5 in) 1,465 mm (57.7 in)Wheelbase: SL: 2,460 mm (97 in) SLC: 2,820 mm (111 in)Length: SL: 4,390 mm (173 in) SLC: 4,750 mm (187 in)Width: 1,790 mm (70 in)Height: SL: 1,300 mm (51 in) SLC: 1,330 mm (52 in)Tire sizes: 185HR14205/65VR15205/70VR14205/70VR14205/65VR15205/70VR14205/70VR14Top speed: 207 km/h (129 mph)210 km/h (130 mph)212 km/h (132 mph)215 km/h (134 mph)210 km/h (130 mph)218 km/h (135 mph)215 km/h (134 mph)Fuel Consumption (estimates): 15.5 litres per 100 kilometres (18.2 mpg-imp; 15.2 mpg-US)14.5 litres per 100 kilometres (19.5 mpg-imp; 16.2 mpg-US)18.5 litres per 100 kilometres (15.3 mpg-imp; 12.7 mpg-US)18.5 litres per 100 kilometres (15.3 mpg-imp; 12.7 mpg-US)15.5 litres per 100 kilometres (18.2 mpg-imp; 15.2 mpg-US)18.5 litres per 100 kilometres (15.3 mpg-imp; 12.7 mpg-US)18.5 litres per 100 kilometres (15.3 mpg-imp; 12.7 mpg-US)Notes: * in 1976/77 rated at 177 PS (130 kW; 175 hp) @ 6000 ** in 1976/77 rated at 195 PS (143 kW; 192 hp) @ 5500, from 1978 at 205 PS (151 kW; 202 hp) @ 5750 *** from November 1975 (change from D-Jetronic to K-Jetronic) rated at 217 PS (160 kW; 214 hp) @ 5000, from 1978 again at 225 PS (165 kW; 222 hp) @ 5000 **** from November 1981 rated at 231 PS (170 kW; 228 hp) @ 4750, from 1985 at 245 PS (180 kW; 242 hp) @ 4750, catalyst version at 223 PS (164 kW; 220 hp) @ 4700 † from autumn 1981 a different 3.8L engine was used (bore/stroke 88 x 78.9 mm, 204 PS (150 kW; 201 hp) @ 5250); this engine already was in use for North American versions ‡ early versions (1978) of the 450 SLC 5.0 used a slightly larger version of this engine (Type M117): bore/stroke 97 x 85 mm, 5025 cc, 240 PS (180 kW; 240 hp) @ 5000North American models[edit]1983 Mercedes-Benz 380SL - US version1980 Mercedes-Benz 450SLC, US-spec with prominent safety bumpersSales of the SL and SLC models began in the US one year later than in Europe.The R107/C107 since introduction on North American market sported quad headlights, and from 1974 front and rear bumpers had added 8 inches (203 mm) of rubber on each end to comply with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administrationregulations.When the first 350s were exported to the US, because of the strict horsepower robbing emission requirements, the US 350s were shipped with low compression 4.5 liter engines.The 450 SL was produced until 1980. Model years 1975 and 1976 450 SLs suffered from vapor lock and hard restart because of the under-hood position of the catalytic converter. Starting in MY 1977, the catalytic converter was moved to replace the resonator, located just behind the transmission in the exhaust system.Next was the 380 SL imported from 1981 to 1985. The 380 SL was the least powerful of the US imported R107 roadsters. This engine came with a single row timing chain from 1981 through 1983. MYs 1984 and 1985 came with a double row timing chain from the factory. These early 380 models were plagued with chain failure problems and the problem was corrected by Mercedes-Benz, free of charge. Some models, however, escaped retrofit and may at some point fail as a result.Another problem area for late 450 SLs and early 380 SLs was the automatic climate control system. Based on a "servo", which controlled coolant flow to the heater core, as well as vacuum to actuate the vents in the interior of the car, the system proved unreliable. It was installed on 450 SLs from 1978 through end of production in 1980, and continued on the 1981 MY of the 380 SL. Models produced prior to 1978 had a manual climate control system, models produced after 1981 received a more reliable automatic climate control system.The more powerful 500 SL with 5.0 liter engine, produced from 1980–1989, was not available in the US through Mercedes-Benz and was popular in "gray market" import before the arrival of the 560 SL (only made for the USA, Japanese and Australian market) in 1986–1989.Despite the larger 5.6 liter engine of the 560 SL, the 500 SL is recorded as being the fastest production 107 produced (mostly because of the lack of emission restraints) The 500 SL was published by Mercedes-Benz as having 0-60 mph times of 7.4 seconds for a top speed of 225 km/h (140 mph). Torque for the 500 SL is 296 lb·ft (401 N·m) at 3200 rpm and for the 560 SL 287 lb·ft (389 N·m) at 3500 rpm.Technical data[edit]Technical data Mercedes-Benz R107/C107 (North American models)[4] (Manufacturer's figures except where stated)[hide]Mercedes-Benz350 (450) SL/SLC380 SL/SLC560 SLProduced: MY 1972–1980MY 1981–1985 (SL) MY 1981–1982 (SLC)MY 1986–1989Engine: 90° 8-cylinder-V engine (four-stroke), front-mountedBore x Stroke: 92 mm (3.6 in) x 85 mm (3.3 in)88 mm (3.5 in) x 79 mm (3.1 in)96.5 mm (3.8 in) x 94.7 mm (3.7 in)Displacement: 4520 cc3839 cc5549 ccMax. Power @ rpm: 190 hp (142 kW) @ 4750 later 180 hp (134 kW) @ 4750155 hp (116 kW) @ 4750227 hp (169 kW) @ 5200Max. Torque @ rpm: 240 lb·ft (325 N·m) @ 3000 later 220 lb·ft (298 N·m) @ 3000196 lb·ft (266 N·m) @ 2750287 lb·ft (389 N·m) @ 3500Compression Ratio: 8.0: 18.3: 19.0: 1Fuel feed: Bosch fuel injectionFuel tank capacity: 90 L (23.8 US gal; 19.8 imp gal), from 1985: 85 L (22.5 US gal; 18.7 imp gal)Valvetrain: SOHC, 1981-1983: single chain, all others: duplex chainCooling: WaterGearbox: 3-speed automatic, from 1980: 4-speed automatic rear wheel driveElectrical system: 12 voltFront suspension: Double wishbones, coil springs, additional rubber springs, stabilising barRear suspension:: Diagonal swing axle, coil springs, stabilising barBrakes: Disc brakes (Ø 278 mm (10.9 in) front, 279 mm (11.0 in) rear; from 1985: 284/279 mm), power assistedSteering: Recirculating ball steeringBody structure: Sheet steel, unibody constructionDry weight: SL: 3,597 lb (1,632 kg) SLC: 3,625 lb (1,644 kg)SL: 3,460 lb (1,570 kg) SLC: 3,440 lb (1,560 kg)3,650 lb (1,660 kg)Track front/ rear: 57.2 in (1,453 mm) 56.7 in (1,440 mm)57.6 in (1,463 mm) 57.7 in (1,466 mm)Wheelbase: SL: 96.9 in (2,461 mm) SLC: 111.0 in (2,819 mm)Length: SL: 172.5 in (4,382 mm) SLC: 186.6 in (4,740 mm)SL: 182.3 in (4,630 mm) SLC: 196.4 in (4,989 mm)180.3 in (4,580 mm)Width: 70.5 in (1,791 mm)Height: SL: 50.8 in (1,290 mm) SLC: 52.4 in (1,331 mm)Tire sizes: N/ATop speed: N/AFuel consumption (estimates): N/ASee also[edit]Mercedes-Benz SL-ClassReferences[edit]Jump up^ Werner Oswald: Deutsche Autos 1945-1990, vol.5. Motorbuch Verlag, Stuttgart 2001, ISBN 3-613-02131-5, p. 52.Jump up^ Mercedes-Benz 450 SL, www.junkmail.co.zaJump up^ Oswald, Werner (1. Auflage 2001). Deutsche Autos 1945-1990, Band 4. Stuttgart: Motorbuch Verlag. ISBN 3-613-02131-5.Jump up^ Mike Covello, op. cit., pp. 527–545.External links[edit]Wikimedia Commons has media related to Mercedes-Benz R107 and C107.[show]vteMercedes-Benz SL-Class lineage, 1950s–present[show]vteMercedes-Benz CL-Class lineage, 1950s–present[show]vte« previous — Mercedes-Benz road car timeline, 1946–1970s — next »[show]vte« previous — Mercedes-Benz road car timeline, 1990s–presentCategories: Mercedes-Benz model codesRoadstersConvertiblesCoupesVehicles introduced in 19711970s automobiles1980s automobilesRear-wheel-drive vehicles