Detail Info for: Mercedes-Benz : SL-Class MINT 38K LOW MI BLK CALIFORNIA 1979 MERCEDES 450 SL N/R

Transaction Info
Sold On:
10/06/2010
Price:
$ 16100.00
Condition:
Used
Mileage:
38889
Location:
Tustin, California, 92780
Seller Type:
-
Vehicle Specification
Year Make Model:
1979 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
Submodel Body Type:
Convertible
Engine:
8 - Cyl.
Transmission:
Automatic
VIN:
10704412051359
Vehicle Title:
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:
Vehicle Detail
I am offering this spectacular mint original 1979 Mercedes 450 SL black masterpiece that has been in my family since 1987 as part of a Mercedes car collection.The car has been kept in the garage and stored for many years .The car was just recently serviced and is in great running and driving condition.The car only has 38,889 actual miles (extremely low miles for a vintage SL).Books and records are included.The car was always from dry California with absolutely no rust anywhere.The car is completely stock and original.The car still has the original silver alloy wheels.This is definitely a low mile survivor that was kept in gorgeous condition.The beautiful black paint is spectacular and in prisitne condition.There are no paint issues like scratches or dings.The doors,trunk,and hood all close perfectly.The body is factory straight and has no sun damage anywhere.Numbers matching car with no previous accident history.The black paint is definitely a crowd pleaser and gets attention everywhere you go.Driving this car down the street is such a pleasure.The car came standard with the fuel injected V-8 motor(very reliable and trouble free).The car runs and drives like a dream.The car come with alot of luxury goodies like factory air conditioning and power windows.It,of course,came standard with power steering and power disc brakes.The car does have the original Becker radio.The car has both the original hardtop and softtop.This makes it great for any type of weather for driving in comfort.The black canvas softtop is very nice and has clear back windows.The hardtop is also in excellent shape.The tires are fairly new.The gorgeous tan interior is spotless.The original bamboo seats are unmarked and unblemished and the seat pads are still firm and non saggy.The carpets are beautiful and factory correct.The original dash pad is crack free.Beautiful wood throughout the intrerior.The trunk is totally original and has never had any rust(I know this area is very succeptible to rust).It does have the original tool kit and spare tire.The spare tire holder and battery tray area are in perfect original shape with no holes or rust.The car is in amazing condition both cosmetically and mechanically.No work is needed to drive this car to your nearest show or special event.This 31 year old gem are becoming hard to come across,especially the first year 450 SL.It would be hard pressed to find a nicer one in this age group.This is the collectible one and would make a great addition to anyone who want a fantastic low mile Mercedes convertible that will always be a timeless classic.Would love to see this go to a good new home.I think it would make a great addition to a fine collection or just someone who wants a very nice old and reliable SL to show off in.This is part of my family classic car collection that I am offering at No Reserve!