Mercedes Benz 280 SL R107 (1976)

A 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL (R107) is for sale in dark blue with a beige leather interior.

Highlights:

• The car was derusted, welded, and completely repainted in May 2025.
• H license plate
• Last service carried out in May 2025
• Becker Radio Cascade with subwoofer
• Rare seat heating (works)
• Carpet (loop pile) replaced approx. 8 years ago
• Investments of around €23,000 in current ownership

General information about the vehicle

• Year of manufacture: 1976
• First registration: Germany, 10/1976
• Location: 10999 Berlin, Germany
• Number of vehicle owners: 3
• Accident-free (according to the owner)
• Registered
• H license plate
• TÜV until 05/2027
• Ready to drive

Model history

The Mercedes-Benz SL of the R107 series was produced from 1971 to 1989 and is one of the longest-running model series in the manufacturer's history. It is characterized by its solid construction, high driving comfort, and timeless design. With its inline six-cylinder engine, the 280 SL was the balanced variant of the model series, impressing with its smooth running and reliability both in city traffic and on long journeys. Today, the R107 is considered a stylish classic of the 1970s and is enjoying growing popularity among collectors.

Facts

Exterior & Interior

• Exterior color: Dark blue
• Interior: Beige leather in used condition (seats need to be restored)
• Becker Radio Cascade with subwoofer
• Carpet replaced approx. 8 years ago
• Dark blue soft top (watertight)
• Repainting: The car was completely repainted in May 2025

Engine and transmission

• 2.7-liter six-cylinder engine with 177 hp (130 kW)
• Automatic transmission
• Last service: 05/2025
  
  

Mileage

• Mileage: 175,709 km (as read)
• Mileage verifiable: partially
• No service history available

Documentation

• Vehicle documents
• TÜV reports
• Service records

Tires, bodywork & underbody

• Tires: approx. 80%, replaced 5 years ago
• Bodywork: very good condition, recently repainted
• Underbody: good condition, recently derusted, welded, and sealed
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Known defects

• Both seats should be replaced by an auto upholsterer
• Dashboard has cracks
• Convertible top does not currently open (linkage probably needs to be readjusted)
• Window regulator on the passenger side does not go all the way down
• Odometer and central locking defective
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Summary

For sale is a 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL (R107) in dark blue with beige leather interior. This classic car is in its third ownership, has never been in an accident, is registered, has an H license plate, and has a TÜV inspection valid until May 2027. According to the owner, around €23,000 has been invested in the car in recent years. The car was derusted, welded, and completely repainted in May 2025. It has a Becker Radio Cascade with subwoofer and rare, functioning seat heating. A few minor defects are known, but these hardly detract from the overall appearance. An overall well-maintained classic from the R107 series that impresses as an elegant roadster.