1973 Mercedes-Benz 450SL - $15,850 - Jacksonville, FL - Here is the chance to own one of the most beautiful roadsters that Mercedes-Benz ever made -1973 Mercedes Benz 450SL!
Few vehicles are as distinctive and unique as the 107 chassis Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Although there are other vehicles that are instantly recognizable - the Gullwing Mercedes, the '57 Chevy, and the DeLorean to name a few - there is no other vehicle so classy, yet affordable as a 107 chassis Mercedes-Benz.
1972 was the first year of this body style, and W107 chassis of the 280,350,380,450 and 560SLs was one of the longest running production bodies in the Diamler-Benz AG's line. Although most W107s are extremely well built and collectable, the most desirable and collectable of the W107s is the 1972-1973 450SL with its features 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.
1972-1973 Mercedes 450SL’s are becoming next highly collectible SL after the pricey and very famous W113 280SL Pagoda Mercedes!! Part of what makes them so desirable to Collectors and Mercedes enthusiasts is the increased U.S. emissions and safety requirements starting in 1973 causing later models to be fitted with special crash bumpers and emissions control systems resulting in reduced overall look, performance and horse-power. It also features more elegant European style “short” bumpers, and they make this Mercedes look absolutely stunning!
This Beauty was born in September of 1972, and its production number is 7479, making it one of the first models to roll off the production line.
Owning a Mercedes SL gives a person a real driving enjoyment and pride of ownership. When these cars were first manufactured, Mercedes-Benz adhered to construction methods that resulted in a standard that was the envy of the automotive industry. Every Mercedes-Benz model shared a build quality second to none.
About the car:
Its Signal Red paint has a beautiful shine and luster, and it makes this Beautiful German Roadster look stunning! Chrome is in great condition, complete with healthy luster, and this beautiful roadster is a head turner and conversation piece everywhere it goes.
Current owner purchased this beauty in 1995 and owned it and cherished it until this day!! Being Dry Climate Southern USA (Georgia and Texas) car its whole life, it is very solid, and its undercarriage is all original, unmolested and most importantly it is rust free!
Body is also very straight and solid, and all doors, hood, and trunk are operating with ease, with everything lining up as it should. It has been always garaged, pampered and kept away from rain and bad weather.
Factory VIN # stamping on the front radiator support is another sign of originality of this car (Please see pictures).
There is not a lot of 450SL’s out there in this solid and amazingly kept and preserved condition, especially after 42 years of life on the road!!
It comes with both soft top, and the hard top! Tan Canvas Soft top is like brand new, in excellent condition, and it is very easy to operate. Back Plastic windows are crystal clear!
Hard top is also in excellent condition, including all original Sekurit glass, and the headliner which is clean, and rips and tears free!!
-Interior
Its elegant Bamboo interior is in wonderful condition! Seats are in excellent condition, new looking, and they are very supportive and comfortable! This Mercedes comes with power windows, and they are working as they should!
Just take a look at the pictures, and you will get an idea about the condition of this car, how nicely it is kept, and how beautiful it is.
-Engine & Transmission
4.5 Liter V8 Engine is strong and powerful as ever! It starts with ease, and it has no problems moving this Classic German Roadster down the highway!
Automatic Transmission shifts smoothly and effortlessly through every gear. This German Roadster handles great at the high speeds, and it is very comfortable.
Mercedes Steel Wheels with Original Hub Caps are wrapped in Four matching Continental tires. They are in excellent condition, with plenty of life left in them, and they make this car float on the road.
Air Condition works as it should, and this car is ready for some topless fun!!!!
This beautiful roadster comes complete with its original books and manuals.
Summer is just around the corner, and there is nothing better than driving down the road with the top down, and the wind in your hair!!!
This is a very nicely kept and complete Mercedes SL, that has been loved its whole life, it was never abused, and it truly shows!! Every used SL has been created equal, but there are some that have been loved just a little bit more!!!! This car is one of those SL’s!!
Title is clear and is ready to be transferred immediately ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD and we will be glad to help with finding the cheapest shipping quote for shipping, personally deliver the car to the local port for the out of the Country buyers, and fill out all the necessary paperwork to make it easy and convenient for the buyer!
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