This 1980 Mercedes Benz 280SL.is a German import, shipped here in 1981. All original, 60,486 miles. Finished in MB champagne metallic paint, and dark brown leather interior with a plaid cloth middle. Has the classic aftermarket BBS wheels. The car has the paint matching hardtop and a black soft top underneath. Very few blemishes are noted on this car, being, the fuel gauge does not work, 1-2 paint spots most likely needing a respray, and the fuel accumulator is going to need to be replaced soon, these things will make it 100%. It just had Valve cover gaskets replaced, valve adjustment, new air filter, new spark plugs, timing done, injectors tested and cleaned, coolant flushed replaced and lines bled, and there is a new fuel pump. This car runs great, and 100% turns some heads.
The lines that you see on this 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280SL are a timeless design that still turns heads in 2022 – and for all the right reasons. Presented in a tan paintwork with matching hardtop, this SL exudes a sense of class. While the original wheels it came with are nice, the set of BBS wheels that this example wears lends it some distinctiveness. Up front, you find the quad headlamps that were a North American requirement, and at the rear, a discrete black wrap-around trunk lid spoiler once again adds some individuality. Should you desire to leave the removable hardtop at home and cruise around, a sudden shower of rain can be thwarted by raising the black convertible soft top. It's hard to say by eyeballing it that the interior on this car is original as it looks so well kept over the past 42 years, but that’s what it is. The seats, steering wheel, and clear set of gauges with the signature Mercedes-Benz font all look like they’ve stood the test of time and emerged victorious with only a few signs to show. A further time capsule delight is the Becker Grand Prix which is a refreshing departure from the touchscreens and bright color customizable lights of current era vehicles.
North America did not typically receive the 280SL, with the range for this market starting from the 350SL and going on to the 560SL. Europe did however, and as stated, this 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280SL is a German import that tucks a 2.8L in-line six with Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection beneath the hood. The engine was rated to push out 182hp and 175lb-ft when new which were very respectable figures for 1980, and still ample for cruising duties to this day. Drive is sent to the rear wheels via a smooth-shifting four-speed automatic transmission. This car has reportedly received a new gas tank, fuel lines, thermostat and spark plugs, and a recent oil change is said to have been undertaken too.
1980 MY Mercedes Benz 280SL Original interior New gas tank reported New fuel lines reported New thermostat reported New spark plugs reported Recent oil change reported BBS wheels Imported from Germany
The R107 era from Mercedes-Benz’s popular SL-Class lineup is a popular classic for many. It’s perfect as your first introduction to classic cars, as well as a fine addition for seasoned collectors to make to their collections. During the model’s 18-year production run, Mercedes-Benz continually updated and enhanced it. The car also gained a formidable reputation for its luxury and refined long-distance cruising abilities. Today’s 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280SL comes to you from Seattle, and has driven over 185,000 miles so far. However, you can see by the condition of the car that these machines were built to travel. With the requisite maintenance performed in a timely manner, there’s no reason why this car couldn’t outlive its owner!
The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class legacy began in 1954, with the gorgeous 300SL Gullwing. Its breathtaking lines and exciting performance made it a real treat to behold. Mercedes-Benz followed up in 1963 with the W113, also known as the Pagoda due to its roof shape in hardtop form. This particular 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280SL is a convertible, however it does come with a nice little surprise too. It’s also a Euro-Spec version that was repainted around a decade ago. With about 60,000 miles to its name, this car is a great German classic for you to pick up and turn heads wherever you choose to take it. Because let’s face it, who doesn’t like a classic Mercedes-Benz? It’s the epitome of taste, after all.
We've come a very long way since the 1960s, and so has the Mercedes Benz SL lineup. The modern Mercedes SL has air-conditioned seats, radar-guided cruise control, and a top speed of a couple of hundred miles an hour — all the stuff you need. But in terms of style, it's hard to beat the classic designs, such as our featured car. If you’re a classic car lover, you might look at everybody else going around in their air-conditioned euro boxes and just feel better off with a rolling piece of art that whispers stories of the past. For you, this 1980 Mercedes Benz 280SL Convertible from Virginia will suit you perfectly. It is reportedly imported from Europe and has 108,350 miles on it.
Arguably the most popular Mercedes-Benz model in the United States during the Seventies and Eighties, The R107 era of their SL-Class grand tourer saw over 204,000 units find homes. This was during an 18-year production run that spanned 1971 to 1989. Impressive as the figure may be for a luxury car, it’s even more admirable when you consider that just over 300,000 were made in total! In fact, more R107 SLs found homes Stateside than they did in Germany or anywhere else in the world. Today, there’s no shortage of fine examples, thanks to the car’s superb Mercedes-Benz build quality. Hence, this Texas-based 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL is a rather sensible purchase to make, even if you have no idea about classic cars. With its 5.6-liter V8, 4-speed automatic gearbox and aftermarket Kenwood stereo unit, it’s a sound choice. Don’t worry about the 142,000 miles on the odometer, these cars are built to go the distance if maintained well.
In 1971, Mercedes-Benz revealed the R107 generation of their popular SL-Class luxury grand tourer. It took over from the W113 ‘Pagoda’ which defined Sixties Mercedes-Benz two-door cars in Europe and North America. The R107 brought new design, updated engineering, and a removable hardtop as key features. It would be made until 1989, with 300,175 units produced during this time. Interestingly, over 204,000 of those units came to the United States, representing a 68% share of total production! Now, you can still find many of these cars running happily, because they were built during a time when planned obsolescence wasn’t even conceived of. That’s why they are the perfect starter classic, even for a younger person. Today’s 1976 Mercedes-Benz 450SL comes from Boulder and has a low 31,000 miles on the clock. With its 4.5-liter fuel-injected V8 and 3-speed automatic gearbox it’s already ticking the right boxes for a classic car. Add the Becker Mexico cassette stereo into the mix, and you’ve got a winner!
Do you want a mid-2000s German grand tourer with a stonking V12 under the hood, all the best creature comforts and luxury features of the time, and most importantly, a Star badge on the hood? If so, this 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL600 RENNtech just might be your ticket to ride. It’s from the R230 era of Mercedes-Benz’s popular SL-Class line-up, and comes with twelve cylinders of German horsepower at your disposal. Plus, this rear-wheel drive machine features some enhancements by renowned tuning firm Renntech. It’s done just 20,000 miles to date and is up for grabs in St. Simons Island, Georgia.
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