Detail Info for: Mercedes-Benz : SL-Class 1970 MERCEDES-BENZ 280SL, RARE CALIFORNIA COUPE

Transaction Info
Sold On:
05/24/2011
Price:
$ 28899.99
Condition:
Mileage:
83954
Location:
Plainview, New York, 11803
Seller Type:
Dealer
Vehicle Specification
Year Make Model:
1970 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
Submodel Body Type:
Convertible
Engine:
Transmission:
Automatic
VIN:
11304412017649
Vehicle Title:
Clear
Drive Train:
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:
Vehicle Detail
Photo Viewer 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL 1970 MERCEDES-BENZ 280SL, RARE CALIFORNIA COUPE ASK SELLER QUESTION Vital Information Year Make Model Mileage Engine 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL 83,954 Exterior Interior Stock# VIN Light Ivory Tobacco # 11304412017649 view window sticker view new window sticker View All Photos Description 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL HERE IS A BEAUTIFUL 1970 MERCEDES-BENZ 280SL. FINISHED WITH A LIGHT IVORY EXTERIOR AND TOBACCO INTERIOR. DRIVEN JUST 83,954 CAREFUL MILES SINCE NEW. THIS IS A VERY RARE CALIFORNIA COUPE (EQUIPPED WITH A FACTORY REAR BENCH SEAT AND NO SOFT TOP) THAT HAS BEEN VERY WELL CARED FOR SINCE NEW. OPTIONS INCLUDE AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, AIR CONDITIONING, WOOD NARDI STEERING WHEEL, TOP STAND, GARAGE HOIST AND MUCH MORE. THIS 280SL JUST UNDERWENT A COMPLETE OIL AND FLUID SERVICE WITHIN THE LAST 20 MILES AND IT COMES WITH A HISTORY FILE THAT IS VERY COMPREHENSIVE AND DATES BACK TO 1982. THIS 280SL DRIVES EVEN BETTER THAN IT LOOKS. THE 6 CYLINDER ENGINE IS STRONG AND POWERFUL AND THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTS PROPERLY THROUGH ALL OF THE GEARS. THE STEERING IS TIGHT AND PRECISE AND THE BRAKES FEEL JUST GREAT. ALL OF THE ELECTRICALS ARE WORKING PROPERLY AS WELL. THE INTERIOR IS STUNNING. THIS 280SL HAS HAD SHEEPSKIN SEAT COVERS ON THE SEATS (INCLUDED WITH THE CAR) FOR THE BETTER PART OF 15 YEARS. THE SEATS ARE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION WITH NO RIPS OR WEAR ANYWHERE AT ALL. THE COLOR MATCHED DASHBOARD IS LIKE NEW AND EVEN THE CARPETS ARE VERY NICE SHOWING JUST TYPICAL WEAR AND FRAYING (SEE PICTURES). THE WOOD NARDI STEERING WHEEL REALLY GIVES THIS SL INTERIOR A VERY CLASSY LOOK. THE EXTERIOR IS VERY NICE AS WELL. THE LIGHT IVORY PAINT IS STILL BRIGHT AND SHINY ALTHOUGH FROM ABOUT 2 FEET AWAY YOU CAN SEE TYPICAL CRAZING AND LACQUER CRACKS (SEE PICTURES). EVEN THE WHEELS AND TIRES ARE IN GREAT CONDITION. THE 1970 MERCEDES-BENZ 280 SL CALIFORNIA COUPE REALLY IS THE ULTIMATE EARLY 70'S ROADSTER. IT HAS FANTASTIC AND TIMELESS LOOKS ALONG WITH ALL OF MERCEDES-BENZ LEGENDARY SAFETY, LUXURY AND RELIABILITY. THIS REALLY IS AN EXCELLENT DRIVER QUALITY OR LOCAL SHOW CAR ALTHOUGH IT IS BY NO MEANS A CONCOURS CAR. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL ME (MATT 516-658-4048) WITH ANY ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE. I HAVE THE SHEEPSKIN SEAT COVERS, HARDTOP STAND AND EVEN A NEW GARAGE HOIST WHICH IS INCLUDED WITH THE CAR. THE PICTURES DON'T DO THIS SL JUSTICE, IT REALLY IS THAT NICE!!! I AM LISTING THIS CAR WITH A VERY FAIR RESERVE SO PLEASE ONLY BID IF YOU INTEND TO BUY!!! DON'T MISS THIS ONE!!! GOOD LUCK!!! THE EXTERIOR Contact Us Dealer Contact European Automobile Company Matt Semon msemon73@aol.com 516.658.4048 Ad created by eCarList.com. Call 214-722-8200 to find out how eCarList can service your dealership.