1978 Mercedes-Benz 400-Series

450SL Convertible

8 - Cyl.

Automatic

10704412047613

Clear

Gasoline

Used Mercedes Benz | Mercedes Classic | Mercedes Photos | ironmartonline 973-886-3020 First and foremost, this is a Mercedes Benz, one of the most desired sports cars in the world. Mercedes is well known for its German engineering, and their use the latest technology to bring comfort, style and power to their luxury sedans. They have consistently won best-in-class awards, and they continue to be coveted by consumers around the world. The Mercedes-Benz 450 SL is based on the R107 model built from 1971 until 1979. The 1978 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL has a V8 Diamler-Benz M 117 E 45 engine capable of generating a whopping 215 hp at 5000 rpm and 265 ft-lb of torque at 3250 rpm. It can go from zero to sixty in 7.8 seconds, and it runs the quarter mile in 15.7 seconds with a top speed of 134 mph. Those Germans know how to build an engine! And the body is still fabricated out of sheet steel with unibody construction. This 2-door, hard top convertible is rear wheel drive with a 3-speed automatic transmission. The 1978 450 SL has a double wishbone front suspension and a diagonal swing axle on the rear suspension. This particular 1978 Mercedes-Benz has just over 44,000 miles. That's only an average of about 1,300 miles a year! The motor has hardly been turned over, and despite the initial appearances, this 450 SL has been maintained over the years. One turn of the key will let you know that. Don't let the exterior of this 1978 Mercedes-Benz fool you. It runs great. It does need a little TLC to get the exterior looking in top shape, but this is a solid sports car. The interior is in fantastic shape and the rubber is in good condition. You can turn this classic icon into your dream ride with a little bondo and paint. Don't let this opportunity pass you by. BUY IT NOW !! This Mercedes-Benz is Located in Carteret, NJ 07008 Please understand I don't own this 1978 Mercedes-Benz personally I am a full time broker selling for a customer My goal is to bring the buyer and seller together I do my very best to tell you what I know I encourage and very much support a pre-buy inspection Do You Need Help Marketing Your Equipment, Boat, Plane, Car or Truck? Jay on Face Book Call Me 973-886-3020 Jay Trevorrow Best Time to Reach Me Monday ~ Saturday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm ~Dinner~ 9:00 pm to 12:00 pm Sunday 12 to 10 pm