1974 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

Convertible

v8

Automatic

Clear

Gasoline

This 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SL benefits from significant recent maintenance, working A/C and good cosmetics. Recent work includes a rebuild of the original 3-speed automatic transmission 2k miles ago, new Bilstein shocks, new rear brake calipers, A/C condenser and radiator service, and a replaced rear differential. It comes with its factory hardtop and looks sharp overall. Resprayed in its current medium blue by a previous owner and fitted with a contrasting dark blue soft top, this r107 looks much fresher than its 185k miles would suggest. The traditional Mercedes “Bundt” alloys were refinished some years ago, but still look good. The matching hard top is included, and is in good condition. Some very minor defects in the paintwork can be seen notably on the right leading edge of the hood and right rear quarter. Black upholstery and carpets have all held up very well, though the car does have some minor modifications and updates from stock. The stereo system has been replaced with a Bluetooth-capable Alpine headunit and a pair of Eclipse speakers mounted in the rear storage area. The steering wheel is a newer Momo item, though the original is included as well. The upholstery shows no cracking or seam splitting, . All features, including A/C, are said to work as they should. The M117 V8 in this r107-SL has about 185k miles on it, but features plenty of recent maintenance including tuning of the fuel injection, belts changed about 10k miles ago and a replaced muffler. Additionally, the transmission was rebuilt about 2k miles ago, the differential replaced, Bilstein shocks fitted, and the radiator and A/C condenser were serviced. This car is emissions exempt in California, and does not sport the problematic underhood catalytic converter setup used on the ’75 and ’76 cars. With its extensive recent and past maintenance, this Mercedes runs perfectly and is ready to be driven straight away. Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE