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Old School Roadster Benz 450 Sl Both Tops Runs And Drives Great Low Reserve on 2040-cars

Year:1979 Mileage:126592 Color: Yellow /
 Saddle Tan
Location:

Jonesville, Michigan, United States

Jonesville, Michigan, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Convertible
Engine:V-8
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
Condition:
Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ...
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: 10704412057633
Year: 1979
Interior Color: Saddle Tan
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: SL-Class
Trim: 450 SL
Drive Type: RWD
Options: Cassette Player, Leather Seats, Convertible
Mileage: 126,592
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Power Windows
Sub Model: 450 SL
Exterior Color: Yellow
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty

Before I begin, I would encourage all serious buyers to contact me directly at 1-517-990-2646 with any questions or concerns.

Since its introduction decades ago, the Mercedes-Benz SL roadsters have been the favorites of many car lovers. From the spectacular 300SL roadsters of the mid 1950s to today's 600 horsepower Autobahn hammers, these wonderful 2-seaters are the perfect blend of luxury and performance. In the 1970s, the 450SL was a favorite of celebrities and the merely well-to-do. Stylish, reliable, comfortable, with more than adequate performance from the healthy 4.5 liter V8 under the hood, they remain popular today for all the same reasons.

This bright yellow 1979 450SL is a great car with just 126,592 original miles. The paint and bodywork, which is only just now starting to show its age. Yellow is a great color for conservative Mercedes-Benz, but on this little roadster, it's the perfect choice and compliments the car's spirited performance. Its styling has a timelessness to it that belies the fact that the car was designed in the 70s, and it has aged extremely well next to many of its peers.

Today, they are still considered prestigious cars and showing up in this one will likely win you front-row parking from the valet. The standard interior material in the mid-70s SLs was MB-tex, a material that wears like iron and looks good doing it. As a low-mileage car, the interior remains in nice condition with little wear and little damage to the seats. The carpets look appropriate for the time and mileage, while the door panels are beautifully preserved and the original Becker stereo system in the dash. The gauges are all functional, and today's designers could take a note from the clean, elegant design that conveys information without excessive complexity. Overhead, the black canvas top is in good shape, with a few tears from being stored will need to patched, and this car also includes a matching hardtop, which seals the car up as tightly as an equivalent Mercedes-Benz sedan. The 4.5 liter SOHC V8 under the hood has a bubbly, energetic idle, and pulls the roadster around with real authority.

These cars were also grossly over-engineered. The highly original engine bay shows signs of regular maintenance, and that's about all these cars need to be reliable for many thousands of miles. The 3-speed automatic clicks through the gears in a businesslike fashion, while the all-independent suspension soaks up bumps with a well-damped thump while still remaining sporting enough to be entertaining on a twisty country road. The famous Mercedes-Benz alloy wheels remain in good condition wearing a set of new modern black wall radials.

Given their popularity, 19-year manufacturing run, plus build quality that was truly higher than any car before or since, these cars remain excellent hobby vehicles. Costs about what you would pay for a used Honda Civic. So here is that most rare of beasts: an affordable, reliable classic car that provides enjoyable top-down motoring while being relatively inexpensive to own and maintain.

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Terms of Sale PLEASE CALL 517-990-2646 FOR ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS Terms of Sale 25% down within 3 days of auction close balance due within 7 days or vehicle pickup, whichever comes first. Preferred payment is wire transfer, or certified bank funds. Vehicle purchased as/is, no warranties/refunds implied. Please do not bid unless you intend to purchase this vehicle. I have had problems with Zero Feedback Bidders who do not honor their bids. I ask that if you have no feed back , and there are fewer than 3 days remaining in the auction, that you e-mail me phone contact information BEFORE your bid so I can contact you at auction end. I reserve the right to cancel bids for those who do not comply or respond to e-mails. This vehicle is being offered for sale locally and we reserve the right to end auction for any reason at any time. This vehicle being offered is used. The vehicle is sold as-is. Bidders and prospective purchasers are cautioned to conduct their own due diligence, including a physical inspection in person or through a qualified third party inspector or appraiser, BEFORE contemplating a purchase or making a bid on this vehicle. In fact, we would welcome such an inspection, and will make every effort to make the above described vehicle available at a time convenient to the perspective purchaser or their agents. Remember, a bid is a binding contract. If you do not know what you are bidding on, please do not bid. No used car is 100 % perfect... Please keep this in mind when bidding on used cars. There will be a $49.00 documentation fee on all internet sales to cover cost and overnight fees Buyer can pick up vehicle or delivery can be arranged. $8-1000 cross-country, less to point’s in-between. I found a great web site for shipping companies-www.movecars.com. Thanks again
 


 

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