1984 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Convertible

Imported From Germany | Bosch K-Jetronic Mechanical Fuel Injection | Power-Assisted Recirculating Ball Steering Unit

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LOT #

240923034

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Model:
VIN:
WDB1070421A009993
Lot Number:
240923034
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
95,000 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
2.8L I6
Drive Type:
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Navy Blue
Interior Color:
Caramel
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Pennsylvania
  • 1984 MY Mercedes Benz 280SL Convertible
  • Current owner reports vehicle imported from Germany
  • 5-speed manual transmission
  • Bosch K-Jetronic mechanical fuel injection
  • Independent front & rear suspensions
  • Body colored convertible hard top
  • Body colored convertible soft top
  • Front & rear disc brakes
  • Power-assisted recirculating ball steering unit
  • Current owner reports recent oil change

Extras Included in the Sale

  • Hard top stand
  • Hard top cover

Overview of 1984 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Convertible For Sale by Owner

The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is renowned for being one of the finest grand tourers that you can buy. A grand tourer is a car that’s meant to offer effortless long-distance cruising abilities, with a healthy dose of performance and plenty of luxury. Clearly aimed at the well-off, these cars are status symbols and icons of success, too. Take the R107 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class as a prime example. You’ve probably seen this model in countless movies and sitcoms from the Seventies and Eighties. Hollywood’s love affair with the R107 is well-known, with many stars of the period choosing to buy and drive one as well. Of course, the R107 was well-received in its home country of Germany too. This is one such example: a 1984 Mercedes-Benz 280SL that’s reportedly been imported from Germany. The car is said to have 95,000 miles on the clock and a recent oil change, plus some mechanical refreshments.

Exterior and Interior

The first thing that’ll strike you about this navy blue 1984 Mercedes-Benz 280SL is its lack of the more common North American-style elongated bumpers. Since the car is a German import, it comes with the sleeker slimline bumpers that other markets, including Germany, got. Furthermore, you’ve got a matching hard top as well as a soft top, so this is truly an all-season car. The interior of this 1984 Mercedes-Benz 280SL is another indicator that this isn’t an American-market car because you’ve got two small rear seats as well. American market cars replaced this with a padded luggage storage area to augment the car’s decently sized trunk. Other features of note include dual-zone climate control with air conditioning and a Becker Mexico radio cassette player. There’s another distinctive feature that you may have noticed, but we’ll talk about that in the next section.

Engine

Under the hood lies a smooth 2.8-liter six-cylinder powerplant, factory rated for around 182hp and 176lb-ft. But the car’s most defining feature is something that reportedly wasn’t offered in North America: a five-speed manual gearbox! Yes, you’ll most likely have noticed this in our interior pictures. The engine uses Bosch K-Jetronic mechanical fuel injection. Other highlights include independent front and rear suspension, recirculating ball power-assisted steering, and front plus rear power-assisted disc brakes.

Walk-around Video of this Mercedes-Benz 280 SL

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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