Detail Info for: Mercedes-Benz : SL-Class 450 SL Conv 1977 Mercedes 450SL Roadster, ALL ORIGINAL, Documented 46k, A/C, New Top, WOW!

Transaction Info
Sold On:
11/29/2011
Price:
$ 17500.00
Condition:
Mileage:
46000
Location:
Paradise Valley, Arizona, 85253
Seller Type:
Private seller
Vehicle Specification
Year Make Model:
1977 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
Submodel Body Type:
450 SL Conv Convertible
Engine:
8 - Cyl.
Transmission:
Automatic
VIN:
Vehicle Title:
Clear
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:
Vehicle Detail
1980 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL - 4.5L V8 - Cold A/C - Soft and Hard Top Roadster Fully Documented - All Original Original Window Sticker!! Beautiful Maple Yellow with Tobacco Brown Leather! Only 46,000 Original Miles on this Gorgeous 450SL! Here is a beautiful low mileage1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL Roadster. It was originally purchased on June 18th, 1977 at Beifus Mercedes in South Orange, NJ by the original owner Mr. William Mortoccia, a wealthy New York insurance agent and had an original selling price of over $23,000 back in 1977! It was registered at his Florida home and never saw snow or poor weather. It was then sold to two more collectors only receiving around 4,000 miles during the last decade. The odometer reads just over 46k and is documented through service papers to be original miles. This car is in excellent ORIGINAL condition throughout and it is easy to see that it has been very well cared for whole life. Don't miss your chance to own a truly spectacular 450sl...Bid Now! The following is a list of options as this 450 SL is currently equipped: -4.5L V8 Engine -3 Speed Automatic Transmission -Posi-Traction Rear End -Power Windows -Power Door Locks -Power Antenna -Cruise Control -Upgraded HELLA Fog Lamps (Originals included) -Ice Cold A/C and Heater -New Canvas Convertible Top -Removable Hard Top -Original Leather Interior -Sony Cassette Radio (Original Becker Mexico Included) -Rare Mercedes 14" Steel Wheels w/ Matching Hubcaps -Brand New 14" Radials All Around -Original UnUsed Michelin Spare Tire! -All Tools and Jack -All Manuals This SL is finished in its original color of always stunning Maple Yellow. The paint is completely original and is in near perfect condition. Not a single spot of paintwork can be found on this car. I have never owned one so original and so pristine! You can easily tell this car has been garaged its whole life. The paint was just buffed and waxed and looks beautiful! I have been under the car from front to back and it is as solid as any Arizona car I have owned. The body on the car is laser straight. The German cloth top on the car is brand new and in excellent shape with no tears or rips at all. The top is fully functional with no issues and always goes up and down. Even the original top bows and frame under the soft top shine like new. The tires are brand new all the way around with less than 100mi. The 14" chrome hubcaps look brand new which make the car look classy. The beautiful Tobacco interior is all original and looks like new. The interior really is in flawless condition and shows how high quality materials Mercedes used in building these cars. Everything works in the car.. lights, gauges, radio, seats, windows, locks, a/c blows ice cold, etc. The car currently has a Sony installed, but the original AM/FM Becker radio and all of the original radio books are included! It is fully operable. The dash and wood surfaces have no cracks whatsoever. All carpet and vinyl surfaces are in like new condition. This really is as close to brand new as you can find. Mechanically, this Benz is in excellent condition and runs and drives great. It has very healthy and very quick and 4.5L V8. These engines are internationally known as going over 300k without rebuild and are built in the highest quality. The car has a very strong 4spd automatic transmission that shifts perfect. This car is very clean under the hood and really shows how its previous owner took excellent care of it. I just had the car serviced with a fresh oil change and an A/C service. Needless to say this car doesn't leak a drop and runs like a top! I personally drove this car back 5 hours from Las Vegas, NV and cruised at 80-90mph without a shimmy or shake. Car is verified as actual miles through the service book and service receipts as well as the overall flawless condition of the vehicle. The car will include one key, original unused spare, complete tool kit, original jack, and All original books (owners manual, service, maintenance emissions, and radio booklets, and dealer brochure) as well as the original protect-o-plates! This car is ready to go! The car is in excellent condition inside and out. The exterior of this 450sl is stunning in Maple with Tobacco interior and is definitely a desired color combination for the SL. This car is an excellent value and is a lot of car for the money, and with these super low miles....you cant go wrong! This car was sold by well known dealer Schmitt & Company in 2001 for $18,000, so you know the caliber of this vehicle. All in all, this is THE cleanest and nicest SL that I have had the privilege of being associated with. It has been professionally maintained and truly loved by its previous owner. This Mercedes is a fantastic car for the price and includes every option offered in this car. This is your chance to get an like new classic convertible for a fraction of the original cost. The car has a clean California Pink Slip Any further questions please call Jon at 480-703-2337. The car is located in Sunny Scottsdale, Arizona. THIS CAR IS BEING SOLD PRIVATE PARTY AND THERE IS NO SALES TAX! TheArizonaConnection has been your source of excellent Arizona vehicles on Ebay for over 10 years and has obtained the distinction of an Ebay Top Rated Platinum Seller by keeping 100% POSITIVE feedback with my buyers. I am an expert in International transactions and have sent cars to nearly every continent! Please check my ratings and BID WITH CONFIDENCE!! Bid with confidence and check out my excellent feedback! Please allow for all 125+ high quality pictures to load We take time to carefully describe each vehicle and include a substantial number of photos. However, it is very important to keep in mind that these vehicles are pre-owned, not brand new. 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