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.
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.
Performance that is subtle is the right type of smiles per gallon. When you are loud and brash, one does expect the performance to back it all up, but if you choose to fly under the radar and still sting when heavy on the gas pedal, smiles per gallon quickly ensue. The S Class has been this silent warrior of performance; it doesn't stop there, as it is also the golden standard of Mercedes luxury as well. Present today is a fine example from the S class family and takes shape with this 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550. With a reported 65,000 miles on its clock, this clean example hails from Canyon Lake, is reported to come with two keys, Texas, and is ready to be the perfect way of getting about in luxury, style and performance.
Everyone knows about the Mercedes-Benz R107-era SL-Class that is one of the most definitive classics you can get your hands on. But did you know that there was also a C107 variant, with a fixed hardtop and a notably different upper body design? That’s what we’ve got here with this sleek white 1975 Mercedes-Benz 450SLC from Beverly Hills, California. This car sports a lovely four-seat tan interior, a 4.5-liter V8 under its hood, and has covered a decent 165,000 miles. That tells us that it’s not a garage queen, but a cruiser, meant for devouring hundreds of miles of open road.
Widely considered as the finest classic Merc one can buy, this 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL comes from a legacy of excellence. It’s from the R107 generation of the SL-Class grand tourer, an era that ran between 1971 and 1989. During that time, the car saw many upgrades and enhancements, making later-model examples such as this 63,000-mile one from Scranton excellent future investments. This car rocks a Champagne Metallic paint coat, a 5.6-liter V8, and a brown interior. It’s also got the 4-speed automatic transmission that became standard from 1981 onwards for the R107. The car also comes with a hard top included in the sale.
Named after one of the most thrilling mountain passes in Italy, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is a compact sport crossover that was introduced in 2017. As you’d expect from an Alfa Romeo product, it’s flamboyant, great to drive, and just that much different from the rest. Today’s 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio is of the fearsome Quadrifoglio variant, which means a (reported) 505-horsepower twin-turbo V6 does duty under the hood. Sending power to all four wheels, this is one ferocious little machine, with a 0-60 time of under 4 seconds! All that could now be yours, wrapped in a stylish Alfa Rosso exterior with a luxurious black interior that’s pretty family friendly too. Hurry up and grab this 21,651-mile beast from Scottsdale, Arizona, before someone else does. It comes with the Quadrifoglio Carbon Pack, Security & Convenience Pack, Active Assist 2 Quadrifoglio Pack and many more niceties.
A car for those with a desire to be different, this X350-generation 2006 Jaguar XJ Super V8 Portfolio is a 2006 car with styling and atmosphere that can be traced back to 1968. It’s from Jaguar’s XJ full-size luxury car line-up, and wears a sleek Black Cherry coat over a Dark Chocolate interior. The car is fantastic to travel in, for those who covet old-school British luxury but demand some modern features as well. Plus, thanks to its 4.2-liter supercharged V8, it’s also pretty sweet to drive! If you’d like to own this 96,000-mile beauty, it’s up for grabs in Flagler Beach, Florida.
Presenting this 1997 Bentley Continental T Coupe, an ultra-exclusive grand tourer with just 33,845 miles, representing one of the most powerful and prestigious Bentleys of its era. Built by hand in Crewe, the Continental T was produced in extremely limited numbers and served as the high-performance flagship of the Bentley lineup in the late 1990s. Combining immense turbocharged torque with traditional British luxury, this model marked a turning point for Bentley as it embraced a more driver-focused identity. With its low mileage, elegant Arctic White finish, and handcrafted pedigree, this Continental T offers a rare opportunity to own a true modern classic that blends exclusivity, performance, and heritage in a way few cars can match.
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