1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
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1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
High Bidder: SpiderLarry
No Reserve
Winning Bid: $13,000 (USD)
End Date:
Location:
Roll, Arizona 85347
Seller:
Engine:
4.5L V8
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
50,447 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
10704412046573
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
20481147
Location:
Roll, Arizona 85347
Seller:
Engine:
4.5L V8
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
50,447 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
10704412046573
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
20481147
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This garage-kept 1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL roadster has been driven 50,447 miles since new and comes with a color-matched hardtop as well as a retractable soft top. Its 4.5-liter M117 V8 is paired with a 3-speed automatic transmission. This SL has been owned and regularly driven by the seller for 20 years in Arizona and features woodgrain trim, power convenience options, and automatic climate control. Finished in blue over a tan MB-Tex interior, this R107 450SL is now offered with a first aid kit and a clear Arizona title in the seller’s name.
The R107 SL made its debut in the form of a two-door, two-seat roadster in the 1971 model year. The bumpers were lengthened in 1974 to comply with United States safety regulations and the 450SL stayed in production through 1980. This garage-kept blue 1978 450SL comes with a color-matched removable hardtop as well as the factory soft top. Features include quad sealed-beam headlamps, fog lamps, chrome mirror caps, ribbed taillights, and bumper guards. The seller notes that there are some minor chips on the edge of the fuel door.
Steel 14-inch Bundt wheels are surrounded by radial tires. Driving dynamics are assisted by power steering and power disc brakes all the way around.
The two-seat interior is fitted with tan MB-Tex bucket seats that are color-matched to the door panels, center console, dash, carpeting, and floor mats. The dash and console are accented with woodgrain. Additional features include power windows, automatic climate control, and a radio. There are some cracks on the upper portion of the dash as shown in the photo carousel.
Instrumentation from VDO includes a 160-mph speedometer, 7K-rpm tachometer, an analog clock, and auxiliary gauges for the fuel level, coolant temperature, and oil pressure. The 6-digit mechanical odometer reads 50,447 miles, although the true mileage on the chassis is unknown.
The 4.5-liter M117 V8 is equipped with Bosch fuel-injected and was given factory ratings of 180 horsepower and 220 lb-ft of torque when new. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a console-shifted 3-speed automatic transmission.
Additional photos showing the underside are available in the carousel.
The sale includes a first aid kit.
AUTOHUNTER ADMIN UPDATE 6/01/22 9:18 AM: A photo of the soft top has been added to the end of the carousel.
AUTOHUNTER ADMIN UPDATE 6/07/22 8:36 AM: A photo of the VIN tag has been added to the gallery.
BID: $13,000
BID: $12,750
BID: $12,500
BID: $12,000
BID: $11,750
BID: $11,500
BID: $11,250
BID: $11,000
One respray done by Mercedes, original color, 20 years ago.
BID: $10,750
BID: $10,500
BID: $10,000
That is original paint?
@madisonmurdock – I’m looking for answers on the 14 digit VIN, it seems some only have 14 numbers. ...
DESCRIPTION: A vehicle's identification number (VIN) is a unique identifier. The most common VIN format is the 17-digit VIN, which became standard for all vehicles manufactured since January 1981. Vehicles manufactured prior to 1981 may have as few as 5 digits to as many as 13 digits.Apr 27, 2022
BID: $9,900
BID: $9,500
I’m looking for answers on the 14 digit VIN, it seems some only have 14 numbers.
@wazaluski – And is the Odometer currently working? ...
Yes the odometer works. Every single thing on this car works. It’s drives and sounds VERY good. It’s good to 130mph and stable too. Great car, bid higher people
And is the Odometer currently working?
BID: $9,200