Mercedes Benz 350 SL R107 (1975)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
  • 308 photos
  • Video including engine running
• First delivery in Germany
• Documented total mileage of approx. 257,000 kilometers, verifiable
• Engine partially overhauled at approx. 234,000 kilometers
• Extensive historical documentation available
• The last service was performed in August 2024

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 1975
• First registration: January 29, 1975
• Engine: 3.5-liter V8 engine with 200 PS (147 kW)
• Transmission: 4-speed manual transmission
• Exterior color: Colorado beige
• Interior: Light brown leather
• Odometer reading: 125,407 kilometers
• Total mileage: approx. 257,000 kilometers due to a speedometer replacement; verifiable
• TÜV valid through August 2027, H license plate
• Features:
  • Light brown leather interior
  • 4-speed manual transmission
  • Power steering
  • Air conditioning
  • Soft top
  • Hardtop
  • Alloy wheels
  • Period Blaupunkt Coburg M21 cassette radio
  • Speakers
  • Automatic rear antenna
  • Additional rear seating according to vehicle documents
  • Tires, size 205/70 R14 95V

Condition

Exterior

• The car is painted in Colorado Beige.
• According to the description, this is a unique and rare exterior color.
• According to the description, the vehicle is in its original condition with no repainting.
• The paint and body are in good condition with slight signs of wear due to age.
• There is no known accident damage or major damage.
• There is no known rust.
• The soft top does not close completely on the right and left sides at the rear.
• A hardtop is included and will be provided with the vehicle.

Interior

• The car has a light brown leather interior.
• The interior is in very good, clean, and well-maintained condition.
• There are no known signs of wear or damage inside the vehicle.

Technical

• The vehicle is registered and ready to drive immediately.
• There are no known mechanical defects.
• The equipment is fully functional with no known defects.
• The original 3.5-liter V8 engine runs flawlessly.
• No replacement engine has been installed.
• The 4-speed manual transmission shifts smoothly.
• There are no known defects in the suspension or braking system.
• The last service was performed in August 2024.

History

Ownership History

• First delivery: Germany
• Initial registration: January 29, 1975
• Owners: 3 in total
• The vehicle has never been in an accident

Service History

• The original Mercedes-Benz service booklet is available and contains numerous historical service entries.
• The service booklet is not complete.
• Extensive invoices and repair records from various years are available.
• Historical vehicle inspection reports are available.
• August 2024: Major inspection performed prior to the general inspection.
• According to the information provided, a total of approximately €7,800 has been invested.

Documents

• Current and historical vehicle documents available (Images 217–220 and 301–302)
• Mercedes-Benz service booklet with numerous historical entries available (Images 223–233)
• Mercedes-Benz owner’s manual available (Images 221–222)
• Extensive historical and more recent repair shop invoices available (Images 236–299)
• Several general inspection reports available
• Classic Data brief appraisal from 2021 available (Grade 2-, replacement value €35,000) (Image 235)
• Additional historical vehicle documents and receipts available

Summary

For sale is a 1975 Mercedes-Benz 350 SL from the R 107 series in Colorado Beige with a light brown leather interior. The roadster is equipped with a 3.5-liter V8 engine producing 200 PS (147 kW), paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. The current odometer reading is 125,407 kilometers. Due to a documented odometer replacement, the verifiable total mileage is listed as approximately 257,000 kilometers. The vehicle was originally delivered in Germany, has had a total of 3 owners, and is accident-free. According to the description, the paint and body are in their original condition, with no repainting, and are in good condition with slight age-related signs of wear. The interior, featuring renewed light brown leather seat covers, is in very good and well-maintained condition. At approximately 234,000 kilometers, the engine was partially overhauled and the transmission was resealed. In addition, the brake system and front axle were recently overhauled. A hardtop is included in addition to the soft top. Known issues include the rear sides of the soft top not closing completely and the missing trunk trim panels. Of particular note is the extensive documentation, which includes the service booklet, data card, numerous invoices, general inspection reports, and historical vehicle appraisals. With a TÜV inspection valid through August 2027, an “H” license plate, air conditioning, power steering, and a period Blaupunkt radio, this Mercedes-Benz 350 SL offers an attractive opportunity to acquire a comprehensively documented and largely original example of the early R-107 series.