Mercedes Benz 280 SL R107 (1976)
Mercedes-Benz 280 SL R107 (1976), completely repainted, Becker Radio Cascade, extensive investments made
Overview
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BID HISTORY
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Start sellingMercedes 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.
Vehicle videos
Kickdown check
- Kickdown photographer was on site
- Video of the vehicle available
- Main inspection
- Current service performed



Comments of this past auction
Schöner Wagen! Hat es noch ein Hardtop zum SL?
Technik: Die SL-Baureihe 107, die 1971 als Nachfolger der sogenannten „Pagode“ (Mercedes-Benz W 113) auf den Markt kam, begründete mit den Breitband-H4-Scheinwerfern und den großen geriffelten Rückleuchten eine neue Gestaltungslinie bei Mercedes-Benz. Eine leichte Keilform deutete auf eine verbesserte Aerodynamik hin. Verantwortlicher Designer dieser Serie war erneut Friedrich Geiger, der bereits für die zeitlosen Schöpfungen des 300 SL (einschließlich Roadster) und des Mercedes-Benz 500 K verantwortlich zeichnete. Das Erscheinungsbild des R 107 war stilprägend für das Mercedes-Benz-Design in den 70er Jahren. Viele Details finden sich auch in der 1972 vorgestellten S-Klasse, dem Mercedes-Benz W 116. Wie bereits beim Vorgängermodell stellten die USA den größten Absatzmarkt. Der überwiegende Teil der Fahrzeuge war mit den großvolumigen V8-Motoren ausgestattet. Die A-Säule war für Überschläge besonders fest ausgelegt, ein Airbag war seit 1982 erhältlich. Mit den Typen 450 SLC, 450 SLC 5.0 und 500 SLC nahm Daimler-Benz Ende der 1970er Jahre an großen Rallyes wie der 30.000 km langen Vuelta à la America del Sud (1977), der Safari-Rallye (1979) und der Bandama-Rallye (1979/1980) teil. Ein Nachfolgemodell wurde bereits Anfang der 1980er Jahre entwickelt, jedoch zugunsten der Mittelklasse-Baureihen W 124 und W 201 zurückgestellt. Dadurch blieb die Baureihe R 107 insgesamt 18 Jahre lang im Angebot. Nachfolger des SL (R 107) war der 1989 vorgestellte R 129, der offizielle Nachfolger des SLC (C 107) war der 1981 vorgestellte SEC der Baureihe 126.