1983 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL

3.8L Naturally Aspirated V8 | 4-Speed Automatic | In-Car Cellular Telephone

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260557196

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Model:
VIN:
WDBBA45A1DB022693
Lot Number:
260557196
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
99,972 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
3.8L Naturally Aspirated V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Champagne Metallic
Interior Color:
Palomino
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Illinois
  • 1983 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL
  • 3.8L Naturally Aspirated V8
  • Bosch K-Jetronic Mechanical Fuel Injection
  • 4-Speed Automatic
  • RWD
  • Champagne Metallic Exterior
  • Palomino Leather Interior
  • Body-Colored Removable Hardtop
  • Convertible Soft Top
  • Zebrano Wood Veneer Trim
  • Cruise Control
  • Becker Radio Grand Prix Radio
  • Automatic Antenna
  • Automatic Climate Control & Electric Windows
  • Heat-Insulating Green Glass All-Around
  • In-Car Cellular Telephone

Overview of 1983 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL For Sale by Owner

The Mercedes-Benz R107 is one of the brand’s most iconic and longest-running roadster platforms, combining timeless styling, V8 power, and exceptional build quality. This 1983 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL shows just 99,972 miles and presents as a well-preserved example finished in elegant Champagne Metallic over a Palomino leather interior. Equipped with both a removable body-colored hardtop and a folding soft top, this classic luxury roadster offers year-round versatility. Additional highlights include Zebrano wood trim, a Becker Grand Prix radio, cruise control, automatic climate control, and a period-correct in-car cellular telephone that serves as a fascinating reminder of 1980s luxury motoring.

Exterior and Interior

The exterior of this 1983 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL is finished in sophisticated Champagne Metallic, a color that perfectly complements the car’s elegant proportions and chrome accents. Mercedes-Benz designed the R107 with a focus on understated luxury rather than overt sportiness, resulting in a shape that remains recognizable decades later. This example benefits from a body-colored removable hardtop for coupe-like refinement and a folding convertible soft top for open-air driving. Additional features include heat-insulating green glass all around, an automatic power antenna, and factory alloy wheels that complete the car’s classic grand touring appearance. The interior of this 1983 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL is upholstered in Palomino leather and showcases the craftsmanship that helped establish Mercedes-Benz as a benchmark for luxury automobiles. Rich Zebrano wood veneer trim adorns the cabin, providing a warm contrast to the leather surfaces. Occupants are treated to automatic climate control, electric windows, cruise control, and a Becker Grand Prix radio. A particularly noteworthy feature is the period in-car cellular telephone, an expensive and highly exclusive accessory during the early 1980s that adds both character and historical significance to the cabin.

Engine

Powering this 1983 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL is a 3.8-liter naturally aspirated V8 equipped with Bosch K-Jetronic mechanical fuel injection and paired with a smooth-shifting 4-speed automatic transmission. The engine delivers refined performance well suited to grand touring, while the rear-wheel-drive layout preserves the balanced driving dynamics for which the SL became famous. Four-wheel independent suspension and four-wheel disc brakes contribute to a composed ride and confident road manners, making this R107 equally capable of leisurely coastal cruising or long-distance highway travel. The combination of V8 power, solid engineering, and renowned Mercedes-Benz durability continues to make the 380 SL a highly desirable classic luxury roadster.

Walk-around Video of this Mercedes-Benz 380 SL

2017 Mercedes-Benz S 550 Cabriolet

For Sale
ASK: $56,299
Miles: 55,387
Estimated: $569.36/mo

Mercedes-Benz revived its tradition of flagship four-seat convertibles with the introduction of the S-Class Cabriolet, bringing open-air motoring back to the top of its luxury lineup after more than four decades. Combining the sophistication of the S-Class sedan with elegant convertible styling, advanced comfort technology, and effortless V8 performance, the S 550 Cabriolet offered a distinctive alternative to conventional luxury grand tourers. This 2017 Mercedes-Benz S 550 Cabriolet, showing 55,387 miles, is finished in designo Diamond White Metallic over a two-tone designo Porcelain/Brown Exclusive Nappa leather interior, complemented by a Black convertible soft top. Its extensive factory specification includes the Sport Package, Premium Package, Driver Assistance Package, Warmth & Comfort Package, and optional 20-inch AMG multi-spoke wheels. This example has also received several distinctive exterior enhancements, including a black-painted wheel finish, yellow brake calipers, smoked taillights, and blacked-out badging and exterior trim. Inside, designo Black Piano Lacquer wood trim, a Porcelain DINAMICA headliner, and extensive leather appointments highlight the craftsmanship behind Mercedes-Benz's flagship convertible. With 449 horsepower from its twin-turbocharged V8, an abundance of luxury features, and a personalized exterior appearance, this S 550 Cabriolet offers an appealing combination of performance, exclusivity, and open-air sophistication.

1981 Rolls-Royce Corniche I Convertible

For Sale
ASK: $56,499
Miles: 48,885
Estimated: $571.43/mo

The Rolls-Royce Corniche Convertible stands among the most distinguished luxury automobiles of the twentieth century, representing an era when handcrafted coachwork, sumptuous materials, and effortless motoring defined the pinnacle of automotive refinement. Developed from the celebrated Silver Shadow platform and meticulously finished by Mulliner Park Ward, the Corniche became a favorite among collectors, celebrities, and discerning motorists who valued exclusivity and traditional British craftsmanship. This 1981 Rolls-Royce Corniche Convertible, showing 48,885 miles, is finished in elegant Light Tan over a rich Brown Connolly leather interior, complemented by a Beige convertible soft top. According to the seller, this example retains its original paintwork and convertible top, adding to its appeal as a carefully maintained vintage luxury automobile. The seller also reports that it is one of just 218 examples produced in 1981, reflecting the model's limited, coachbuilt production. Additional highlights include beautifully figured burl walnut trim, Wilton wool carpeting, power-adjustable seating, and a modernized aftermarket stereo system. Powered by Rolls-Royce's renowned 6.75-liter V8, this Corniche offers a distinctive combination of traditional British elegance, open-air grand touring, and the exceptional craftsmanship that established the marque's legendary reputation.

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