Mercedes-benz 350sl 1972 on 2040-cars
Placerville, California, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:V8
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: SL-Class
Trim: Convertable
Options: CD Player, Convertible
Drive Type: 3 SPEED AUTOMATIC
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Power Locks
Mileage: 36,000
Sub Model: SL
Exterior Color: Silver
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: Black
Up for auction is my 1972 Mercedes-Benz 350SL roadster. It has only 36,500 documented miles. It was purchased new from Mercedes-Benz of Hollywood, CA on Dec. 31, 1971 and has spent its entire life in Calif. I am the second owner. This is an original, non-restored, all numbers matching 350SL with all the number plates intact. I have all the service records as well as the original window sticker. It has always been professionally maintained. This is a true '72 350SL as can be verified by the VIN#. It has the powerful 4.5 litre fuel injected, smog exempt V8 engine coupled with a 3 speed automatic transmission. This is truly a collector model with the small chrome bumpers and matching color keyed hubcaps that were only used on the '72 & '73 models. It has power steering, power brakes, power locks and rare factory a/c, which blows ice cold & was optional in 1972. The car has a rare factory color scheme. The body is silver (code #180) and the top is black (code #040) which makes the car unique and quite collectable. The car has had one high quality re-spray. The paint is superb with no fading, sun damage or clear coat breakdown. It has absolutely no rust or accident damage. The body panels are all in perfect, original shape. All the inner areas, including the door, trunk and hood jambs are in excellent condition. The original factory black MB text interior is immaculate. There are no rips, tears or wear marks. The dash has no cracks or fading and the visors are flat. The glove box still has the original M-B removable flashlight. The clock works and keeps perfect time. The original carpets are in very good condition. The black canvas soft top is still like new. The chrome and aluminum trim are also in excellent condition. The trunk is like new with the original rubber mat. It has the original jack & tool kit. The original Becker radio has been replaced with a Kenwood am/fm/cd radio. (the original Becker will come with the car). All the speakers were replaced. The engine compartment is extremely clean as well as the under-carriage. There is no grease or road grime. Mechanically the car is in like new condition. Everything works as it should. It has been meticulously maintained. If you have any questions about the mechanics, feel free to contact me and I will go over the servicing history, which is extensive. It runs strong and shifts like a new car. It drives straight & tight with no shimmies or vibrations. I will include with the sale a complete set of factory service manuals, car & cockpit covers and hardtop cart. I have all the service records and invoices for work performed. If you would like additional, detailed pictures, let me know. This is truly an excellent example of a very low mileage, well maintained 350SL. It can be driven or shown with confidence. I would encourage any serious buyers to have it inspected. You will not be disappointed. Any questions contact me at 530-621-4566.
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