1973 Mercedes-Benz 450SL - $6,450 - Jacksonville, FL - Here is the chance to own one of the most beautiful roadsters and history changing models that Mercedes-Benz ever made -1973 Mercedes Benz 350SL R107 Roadster!!!
What makes 1973 Model so special, is that 1973 was the last year of Small Euro Bumpers being fitted on US-Spec R107 SL’s…1974 onward US models were fitted with less attractive big US spec safety bumpers!
1971 was the first year of R107 body style, and R107 chassis of the 280,350,380,450 and 560SLs was one of the longest running production bodies in the Diamler-Benz AG's line spanning from 1971-1989!!
Although most R107s are extremely well built and collectable, the most desirable and collectable of the R107’s are the early production cars with its features – mainly short or “Euro” bumpers, and higher horse-power than its latter cousins. It is also the first V8 powered two-seater to be built at the Stuttgart, Germany factory.
Now that the W113 230/250/280SL's have become priced out of sight, here comes the early small Euro Bumper 450SL.
As recently as the mid 1990's, and early 2000’s you could pick up a nice condition 1971 280SL Pagoda Roadster for around $20,000. Almost in the blink of an eye, that's what a basket case now goes for - with good condition examples regularly selling north of $75k and more.
Part of what makes early 107 SL’s so desirable to Collectors and Mercedes enthusiasts is the increased U.S. emissions and safety requirements starting in 1974 causing later models to be fitted with special crash bumpers and emissions control systems resulting in reduced overall look, performance and horse-power.
Beside more powerful engine, this beauty also features more elegant European style “short” bumpers, and they make this Mercedes look absolutely stunning!
This SL was sitting for the past 4 years due to its owner’s age and health issues. Before the car was parked, it was running and driving, and gentleman used it as his daily driver.
Engine starts up and runs, but water pump bearing is making a loud noise (please see video of engine starting and running!)
Before any serious driving is done, tune up, change of fluids and some tender loving care is a must as the car was sitting for few years.
This Mercedes is a fun project, and it is perfect for somebody who wants to do a full restoration, and have a wonderful show car and the investment, especially being a rare small bumper model, OR for somebody who can fix it up to be their daily or a weekend driver, and then slowly restore it to its full beauty and potential at their own pace!!
Walkaround:
Black Paint shows nice for a daily driver, but upon closer inspection you can notice some imperfections and small paint bubbles and scratches mainly due to its age. From 10 Feet away it looks good, and it is suitable for a daily driver, but if you want to restore it to its full glory, then new paint job would make this car pop!
Body is nice and straight, but there are some rust bubbles along edge of the soft top lid. Undercarriage is all original and unmolested, but there is some rust on the floors from the car being stored outside under a car cover.
Interior is all complete and for 42 year old car, it’s in really good condition and it is presentable. Original seats are in great condition. They are comfortable and very supportive, and door panels are in great shape as well.
It comes with both Hard Top and the Soft top. Hard top is in pretty good condition, and all glass is nice and complete. Soft top is operating with ease, but black canvas has some tears as its old and brittle
All in all it’s a very nice and complete car that can make a very nice and fun project, and great return on your investment!
Our asking price is set extremely low and very reasonable! Just the set of small chrome Euro Bumpers is selling for $2,500, door panels sells for over $200 each on ebay, $800-$1,000 for the hard top, let alone the engine, transmission, original Mercedes Bundt wheels, soft top frame, seats and other valuable parts.
This is NOT a missing parts, molested project car that you will never get your money out of!! This car has real potential and it will yield great return on your time and money!! Just look at 2 year older W113 1971 280SL’s – they rocketed out of the reach for many just in the past few years!! Early small chrome euro bumper 107’s are surely to follow the trend,
VIDEO OF ENGINE STARTING UP AND RUNNING:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5mdOUXgYJU
Title is clear and ready to be transfered anywhere in the wolrd!!! We Specialize in WORLDWIDE Shipping and Export, so please feel free to contact us for a shipping quote!!
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