1977 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

450 SL, 450 SLC, 450SLC, Convetible Convertible

4.5 V8

Automatic

310704412037889

Clear

Gasoline

NO RESERVE - 1977 Cognac Brown Mercedes Benz 450SL Convertible 108k original miles, 4.5 V8. As the link below explains, the value of the '77 450SL convertibles is steadily increasing. The later 70's 4.5 V8 models are particularly desirable; the engines have higher compression and increased horsepower and the body has lots of chrome accents and bumpers that follow the trim and contours of the body; new for the 77 model year the SL was fitted with a continuous fuel injection system, as well as transistorized ignition which increased throttle response and MPG as well as being more reliable overall. The technological improvements after 1976 greatly increased the overall reliability of these great little Roadsters.http://www.hagerty.com/price-guide/1977-Mercedes~Benz-450SLMechanical: The SL has always been regularly maintained by the dealer, even the oil filter has the MB logo. The car is powerful, smooth and quiet, just a pleasure on the highway cruising along at 75. All the maintenance is up to date and the car is registered and on the road. The tires have good tread and the brakes were recently done. The power windows all work well as do the wipers and horn. The a/c has not been retrofitted, it works at about 50%. The climate control dash unit works intermittently, I have not looked into it. The engine has great pickup, the 4.5 V8 is powerful and quiet and the transmission shifts properly, on the highway she'll get 17-18 mpg.Cosmetic: The car is always garaged. The SL was repainted about 20 years ago and looks great. The soft convertible top was replaced at the same time as well with a genuine MB heavy duty top, color coded to the car with the same color and is still in great shape. The plastic windows are clear with no cracking but there are a few small tears in the canvas at the "fold spots" from the top being down all the time. The hardtop bolts down firmly, the car is perfectly quiet inside on the highway with the windows up. The interior is in very good condition; no rips or worn areas on the seats, door panels, carpet, console or rear section. The passenger headrest has a seam opening up. The chrome bumpers and brightwork are in great shape, no dents, scratches, pitting or fading, they shine brilliantly. Everything lines up properly, the doors close easily and the hardtop comes off and bolts back on on properly, all the locking mechanisms function as they should. I bought this 450SL because of the low mileage and the fact that she's the most solid, rust free 450 SL I found.I reserve the right to end the auction early as the 450SL is for sale locally and I'm open to reasonable buy it now offers as well. I can assist with shipping in the USA or internationally if necessary, cost of shipping to paid by buyer. I can recommend a door to door auto shipper I've used many times in the past; they're professional, reliable and have great rates. NO RESERVE auction, the winning bidder gets this classic European roadster. Any questions feel free to email or call 914-224-3230On May-05-15 at 22:28:55 PDT, seller added the following information: As seen in the last few photos in the gallery, I also have a 1980 450SL that I'm considering selling. The shots above were taken recently in Manhattan for an Ambercrombie and Fitch catalog. 120k, 4.5 V8, well maintaned, runs and drives like new. The car has recently gotten new tires, various maintenance items (brakes, rotors, tuneup, front end work, shocks, etc). The climate control needs to be checked, it only works on the defrost setting at the moment. No leaks, noises, or warning lights. THe original paint still shines up nicely but there is some clearcoat peeling on the hood and there are some small rust bubbles in spots. The interior is in very good condition, seats have rips or worn spots and the dash and door panels are in great shape, no crack, tears or discoloration. The soft top will need to be replaced, it's got a tear and the plastic windows are discolored and cracked, the heardtop is in great shape with a nice headlinder. She starts easily and runs so quiet you need to be within a few feet of it to hear it running. I am open to reasonable offers above $4500 and will make a package deal for anyone wanting to purchase both 450SLs. Here are some additional photos below.