Mercedes Benz R107 280 SL (1982)
Mercedes-Benz R107 280 SL, first registered in Germany, Classic Data rating 2-, with service history (1982)
Overview
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BID HISTORY
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Start sellingMercedes Benz R107 280 SL (1982)
For sale is a Mercedes-Benz R107 280 SL from 1982 in Astralsilver Metallic with blue fabric and leatherette seats.
Highlights:
- Mileage of 119,280 kilometers
- Very well-maintained vehicle
- First registered in Germany
- Classic Data short rating from 10/2024 with a grade of 2 and a market value of €31,000 – since then, a right-hand exterior mirror has been retrofitted and an original radio has been installed
- Last service including new brakes in 2019, approx. 1,500 km driven since then
- Features include: automatic transmission, hardtop, power steering, power windows, central locking, radio
General information about the vehicle
- Year of manufacture: 1982
- First registration: Germany, 08/1982
- Location: 51580 Reichshof, Germany
- Number of previous owners: 2 according to registration documents
- Presumably accident-free: According to the expert, there are no signs of an accident
- H license plate
- TÜV until 09/2026
- Ready to drive, but currently not registered
- A catalytic converter was retrofitted by the renowned company P. Wurm at Mercedes; this is noted in the vehicle registration document
Model history
The Mercedes-Benz R 107, introduced in 1971, was produced for almost two decades and became the epitome of the luxurious roadster of the 1970s and 1980s. With its clean lines, robust construction, and comfortable handling, it established itself as a successful model. Today, the R 107 is particularly appreciated as a classic long-distance cruiser with timeless style and high reliability.
Facts
Exterior & interior:
- Exterior color: Astral Silver Metallic
- Interior: Blue interior with partial imitation leather and checkered fabric center panels
- Convertible top: Blue fabric top, tight, with a small tear in a plastic panel
- Repainted: Repainting cannot be ruled out
Engine and transmission:
- 2.8-litre inline six-cylinder engine with 185 hp (136 kW)
- Automatic transmission
- Last service: 09/2019
Mileage
- Mileage: 119,280 km
- Mileage verifiable
Documentation
- German vehicle documents
- TÜV and service reports
- Service
- Classic Data rating (10/2024, grade 2-, market value €31,000)
Tires, brakes, bodywork & underbody:
- Tires: tread in good condition
- Brakes: very good condition, front brake discs and pads recently replaced
- Body: good condition with minor age-related signs of wear
- Underbody: good condition with no rust
- Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle
Known defects:
- Minor age-related signs of wear, e.g., the rubber insert on the rear bumper has come loose in one place
- Color deviation on the right door
- Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle.
Summary
A well-maintained Mercedes-Benz 280 SL (R 107) from 1982 in Astral Silver Metallic with blue partial leather upholstery is for sale. The German vehicle has a full service history and, according to the expert, has been accident-free. A current Classic Data rating of 2- is available, the car has an H license plate and the TÜV is valid until September 2026. Since the major service including new brakes in 2019, the vehicle has hardly been driven, a classic in original condition, ideal for collectors and enthusiasts.
Vehicle videos
Kickdown check
- Expert report available
- Kickdown photographer was on site
- Video of the vehicle available
- Main inspection
- Milage trackable
- Current service performed
Comments of this past auction
Technik: 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. Der neue SL setzte im Bereich der passiven Sicherheit neue Maßstäbe: Béla Barényis Sicherheitskonzept mit Knautschzonen vorne und hinten und der gestaltfesten Fahrgastzelle – das „Drei-Boxen-Prinzip“ – fand auch im 1971er SL seinen Niederschlag. Das Rückgrat des R 107 war nicht einfach eine verkürzte und verstärkte Limousinen-Bodengruppe wie beim Vorgänger, sondern eine eigenständige Rahmenbodenanlage mit geschlossenem Kardantunnel sowie kastenförmigen Quer- und Längsträgern, deren Besonderheit in unterschiedlichen Blechstärken lag und dem daraus resultierenden definierten Knautschverhalten. Da der SL ein offener Wagen ohne Targabügel sein sollte, blieben als einziges Sicherheitspotential für den Roadster bei einem eventuellen Überschlag die A-Säulen samt Windschutzscheibe. Sie wurden von Grund auf neu entwickelt und erbrachten eine um 50 Prozent höhere Festigkeit als die bisher gebaute Version. Zudem wurde die Windschutzscheibe zur Erhöhung der Festigkeit in den Rahmen eingeklebt. Das ergab eine beachtliche Widerstandskraft beim Dachfalltest, womit der offene Wagen auch ohne Targabügel in den USA zulässig war. Die Heckscheibe im Hardtop war ebenfalls geklebt. LG Tom