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Mercedes Benz 450 SL R107 (1979)

Mercedes-Benz 450 SL R107 (1979), converted to EU look, Classic Data Note 2, soft top renewed

Overview

Manufacturer
Model
450 SL R107
Year
1979
Transmission
Automatic
Horsepower
177
Milage
178.550 km
Country Version
US
Location
DE-10707 Berlin
Color
Silver Metallic
Type of auction
With reserve
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Mercedes Benz 450 SL R107 (1979)

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This 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL R107 showcases the classic color combination of silver metallic and blue leather at its finest. The 4.5-liter V8 with matching numbers and the conversion to EU specifications make this U.S.-spec vehicle highly desirable. With an H license plate, Classic Data Note 2, and approximately 6,000 euros invested by the current owner, the roadster is accident-free and ready to drive. A well-maintained classic for lovers of open-top Mercedes elegance.

Price Estimation24.000 € - 29.000 €
Vehicle description

For sale is a 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL (R107) in Silver Metallic with a blue leather interior.

Highlights

  • Classic color combination
  • With H-license plate, accident-free, and ready to drive immediately
  • With a Classic Data rating from 2022 (Grade 2)
  • Matching Numbers
  • The current owner has invested approximately €6,000 in maintenance
  • Comes with a soft top (replaced 3 years ago), power windows, cruise control, and a radio
  • Converted to EU specifications, including odometer
  • Overall in good and well-maintained condition

General Information about the Vehicle

  • Year of manufacture: 1979
  • Initial registration: USA, 1979
  • Location: 10707 Berlin, Germany
  • The exact number of previous owners is unknown (currently owned since 2021)
  • Accident-free
  • TĂśV: Information to follow
  • H license plate
  • Ready to drive immediately, with German registration

Model History

The Mercedes-Benz R107, built from 1971 to 1989, is considered one of the brand’s most enduring and elegant roadsters. The 450 SL, equipped with the powerful 4.5-liter V8 engine (M117), stands for luxurious driving comfort and reliable engineering. This model was originally produced for the U.S. market and combines classic style with modern practicality for everyday use. Today, the R107 is one of the most sought-after classics of its era.

Facts

Exterior & Interior:

  • Color: Silver Metallic
  • Repainted: Partially repainted
  • Interior: Blue leather upholstery—in good condition with slight signs of wear

Engine and Transmission:

  • Engine: 4.5-liter V8 engine (M117) with 177 PS
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Replacement engine: No
  • Last service: 2022

Mileage:

  • Kilometer reading: 178,550 km
  • Partially verifiable

Documentation:

  • Classic Data rating: Grade 2
  • Service record not available

Tires, Body, & Underbody:

  • Tires: Tread depth is acceptable
  • Body: Good condition with minor age-related signs of wear
  • Underbody: Good condition; no known rust

Please view the photo gallery to get a comprehensive impression of the vehicle’s condition.

Known defects:

  • The automatic climate control is not working
  • Otherwise, there are no known defects

Please view the photo gallery to get a comprehensive impression of the vehicle’s condition.

Summary:

This Mercedes-Benz 450 SL (R107) is a well-maintained classic featuring a characterful V8 engine and a stylish color combination. With an H license plate and a Classic Data rating of 2, this roadster offers both long-term value and pure driving pleasure—ideal for enthusiasts of classic Mercedes engineering and open-top elegance.

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Questions and Comments

  • 17.10.2025 20:11

    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. LG Tom

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