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The Mercedes-Benz SL is the German automaker's pinnacle grand tourer. Buying an SL brand-new means that you've made it in life. With a rich history dating back to 1954, every SL tells a story. This particular 1985 Mercedes-Benz 280SL is no different. Hailing from the hallowed R107 generation, this car is a Euro model. Granted, it's got a healthy 108,640 miles on the odometer, but that's nothing for such a well-engineered car. Let's learn more about this R107 and why you should buy it.
The R107 series of SL-Classes ran from 1971 to 1989. Mercedes-Benz continuously upgraded and enhanced the model throughout its lifetime. Later models, such as this 1985 Mercedes-Benz 280SL, may look visually similar to their earlier brethren but are much changed under the skin. This particular car wears a lustrous red paint job and comes with the hard top, as reported by the current owner. This was a particularly appealing feature of the R107, as you effectively had two cars in one. You could drive around in a convertible with a soft top for those quick summer showers or to protect yourself from the searing sun. When winter rolls around, install the hardtop and enjoy proper weather protection. Inside, the Palomino interior of this 1985 Mercedes-Benz 280SL has aged beautifully. The cabin seats four occupants, although the rear seats are better suited for children. Inside, we see beautiful Mercedes-Benz analog gauges and a period-correct Becker Grand Prix electronic radio. The car also appears to have climate control, power windows, and power mirrors. A peek within the trunk reveals the original toolkit is intact, and the trunk carpeting appears in decent shape.
This 1985 Mercedes-Benz 280SL has got a 2.8L in-line 6-cylinder engine under the hood, with Bosch fuel injection. When new, the engine was rated to make 182hp and 176lb-ft, sent to the rear wheels. You'll find another rare feature on this car, which is its five-speed manual gearbox. Furthermore, with front and rear disc brakes, you're always assured of great stopping power. The car also has recirculating ball power steering to make it easier to drive, and a 90L fuel tank assures plenty of touring range between top-ups.
Like most Mercedes-Benz cars, the timeless SL series is known for retaining its value as soon as it rolled off the showroom floor. In contrast to the mass production of most cars during its era, the number of SLs manufactured was very small. Only 23,742 units were built from 1968 through 1971, with roughly half of this figure sold in the United States, making this 280SL a rare collectible. It famously used the same double A-frame suspension proven years ago on the legendary 300 SL. This Mercedes-Benz 280SL has been kept by the second owner from 1973 to the present and is reported to have been serviced on time throughout that period. With just 119,000 miles on the clock, this 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280SL awaits your ownership in Washington.
The Mercedes-Benz SL is the German automaker's pinnacle grand tourer. Buying an SL brand-new means that you've made it in life. With a rich history dating back to 1954, every SL tells a story. This particular 1985 Mercedes-Benz 280SL is no different. Hailing from the hallowed R107 generation, this car is a Euro model. Granted, it's got a healthy 108,640 miles on the odometer, but that's nothing for such a well-engineered car. Let's learn more about this R107 and why you should buy it.
It's commonplace for the remake of a movie, car, or song not to match the original; some things are best left the way they are. The W198 generation of Mercedes-Benz roadsters was built to perfection; it graced the pages of every automotive magazine and is a mainstay in many prestigious collections worldwide. Matching the W198 was a challenging task, but the success that was the W113 lived up to the challenge and was a love letter to classic open-top motoring. Up for sale, today is a lovely example of the W113 generation, and it looks like this 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SL Convertible. With a reported 45,300 miles on the clock, this low mileage example is a numbers-matching vehicle and classic motoring done right.
The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class has been representing the pinnacle of two-door grand tourers that Mercedes-Benz can make since its 1954 debut. Many generations have been made since then, and this 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG Convertible comes to you from the R230. Produced between 2002 and 2011, the R230 brought fresh styling and engineering. Of course, AMG got their hands on the model too, with a fearsome SL55 variant. That’s what this car is, and it’s got only 34,000 miles on the clock. So, if you want a contemporary, V8-powered roadster with plenty of modern touches but none of today’s excessive digital screens, this car is for you.
The Mercedes-Benz SLK was introduced in 1995. Mercedes-Benz wanted to offer something compact, sporty and luxurious with a twist. The twist came in the form of a folding metal roof that meant you effectively got two cars in one. The first generation ran between 1995 and 2004, and saw over 311,000 units sold. So if you’ve been lusting after one of these fine cruisers, check out this 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK 320 that’s just come up for sale. The car has got all its maintenance up to date, and shows 86,000 miles on the odometer.
Rebranding an automotive marques purpose is a task that's reserved for the highly desirable, and a ver the years there have been a few automotive marques that have successfully transitioned in their purposes – but perhaps none better than the Mercedes-Benz G Class. Built to be a utilitarian tool and then transformed to Mercedes-Benz's luxury cruiser, being behind the wheel of one is an experience filled with smooth like butter performance and the best in Mercedes-Benz luxury. Present today is this 2019 Mercedes-Benz G550, it's your chance to be behind the wheel of a German legend, and with just 32,000 original miles on the clock, it's time you spent your Sunday cruises in style and class.
The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class has been representing the pinnacle of two-door grand tourers that Mercedes-Benz can make since its 1954 debut. Many generations have been made since then, and this 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG Convertible comes to you from the R230. Produced between 2002 and 2011, the R230 brought fresh styling and engineering. Of course, AMG got their hands on the model too, with a fearsome SL55 variant. That’s what this car is, and it’s got only 34,000 miles on the clock. So, if you want a contemporary, V8-powered roadster with plenty of modern touches but none of today’s excessive digital screens, this car is for you.
The Mercedes-Benz SLK was introduced in 1995. Mercedes-Benz wanted to offer something compact, sporty and luxurious with a twist. The twist came in the form of a folding metal roof that meant you effectively got two cars in one. The first generation ran between 1995 and 2004, and saw over 311,000 units sold. So if you’ve been lusting after one of these fine cruisers, check out this 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK 320 that’s just come up for sale. The car has got all its maintenance up to date, and shows 86,000 miles on the odometer.
One of Jaguar’s finest luxury cars, the XJS is well-known for its interesting styling and growling V12 engine. Produced for 21 years, the model ran between 1975 and 1996. The XJS saw many updates along the way, but have you heard of the Hess & Eisenhardt Convertible? Hess & Eisenhardt was an American outfit who converted regular Jaguar XJS examples into custom convertibles, before Jaguar themselves started officially offering a convertible. And that’s what we’ve got for sale today, a 1988 Jaguar XJS Hess & Eisenhardt Convertible with the signature custom Hess & Eisenhardt body modifications that make it a gorgeous drop-top for weekend cruises. The car comes to you with a mere 72,000 miles, and infinite charisma.
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