1982 Mercedes-benz 380sl 300-series Sl-class With 99,452 Original Miles on 2040-cars
San Diego, California, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:V8
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Year: 1982
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: SL-Class
Trim: 2-Door Convertable
Options: Leather Seats, CD Player, Convertible
Drive Type: RWD
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Power Locks, Power Windows
Mileage: 99,452
Sub Model: 380SL
Exterior Color: Ivory
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: Brown
with 99,452 Original Miles |
| Description: | A beautifully maintained classic Mercedes-Benz 380SL type 107 Roadster with ivory exterior paint with pinstripe, and dark brown leather interior. A weekend pleasure car that has been driven only 99,452 miles in 31 years. It has never been used as a commuter or daily driver, always been garaged, no accident history, no rust, and shows very few signs of age. It has been well treated and very well maintained, and repair records are available. The transmission shifts smoothly through the gears with no noise and no smoke, the air conditioning is ice cold, the chrome is bright and rust free, the Sony radio/CD player sounds great and automatic antenna works, and smoke-free interior. This car features a V8 aluminum block engine that has been converted from a single to dual timing chain. Interior provides a climate controlled air conditioning system that has been retrofitted to R134A. The car runs great, the body is in great condition, clear title, passed smog, and currently registered. A classic styled 380SL that still gets the looks anywhere it is driven, with a personal license plate Benz 82 that stands out wherever you go. A real joy to drive and a perfect convertible to own ... you could be driving this stunning Mercedes Roadster, a prestigious symbol of affluence and impeccable taste. |
Features: | Vehicle: 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380SL Mileage: 99,452 Actual miles For Sale: By owner in San Diego, California Legality: Clear title, Passed smog on 11/2013 and no smog is needed till 12/2015, Currently registered till 12/2014, Personal license plate "Benz 82" is included Body Style: 2-door convertable Engine: 3.8-liter V-8 Drivetrain: 2WD (Rear wheel drive) Transmission: Automatic Exterior Color: Ivory Interior Color: Dark brown Standard: Convertible and Removable hardtop, Original leather seats Options: Sony radio/CD player with Alpine speakers, Full set of Michelin P205 radial tires, Sheepskin seat covers Power Options: Air conditioning, Power locks, Power windows Problem: Two 2" tears but glued back in fabric as in Softtop picture |
History: | Manufactured for almost two decades between 1971 and 1989, Mercedes' highly regarded type R107 SL Roadster has made history in a big way. Being an advanced design, it still looks contemporary today and holds the place of honor as the most successful open-air motorcar ever built by Benz. In 1980, Mercedes-Benz revamped its SL lineup of sporting luxury convertibles with the introduction of the 380SL. The 380SL, so-named for its 3.8-liter V-8, was a further development of the R107 chassis, a heady mix of V-8 power, refined luxury, and sporty underpinnings, and it was as a very popular model during its run in the U.S. With 9,926 cars were manufactured in 1982, the fully equipped 380SL is not only much more agile, it also is a real gas miser. Advanced primarily in the areas of fuel consumption and efficiency, a newly designed and calibrated 4-speed automatic transmission to further enhanced distance driving, a space age with all aluminum engine, to this day the lightest V8 ever installed in a Mercedes automobile. The 380SL ended production in 1985. The car’s values typically lagged the earlier 450SL and the later 560SL, mainly because the 3.8-liter engine was slightly less powerful. However, the power difference between the 450SL/560SL and 380SL weren't as dramatic as the price discrepancy would suggest. As such, the Mercedes-Benz 380SL is a fine choice today as a collectible 1980s convertible. |
Pictures: |
Softtop
Removable Hardtop
Side & Wheel
Personal License Plate
Engine & Trunk
Original Leather Seats
Interior & Mileage
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