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- 1985 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL
- 3.8L Naturally Aspirated M116 V8
- Bosch K-Jetronic CIS Fuel Injection
- 4-Speed Automatic
- RWD
- Smoke Silver Metallic Exterior
- Brazil Brown Leather Interior
- Brown Convertible Soft Top
- Body-Colored Removable Hard Top
- 15-Hole Light Alloy Wheels
- Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
- Automatic Climate Control
- Cruise Control
- Zebrano Wood Veneer Interior Trim
- Heat-Insulating Glass
- Automatic Antenna
This 1985 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL delivers the classic Mercedes roadster formula with V8 power, open-top versatility, and the substantial feel associated with the R107 generation. Finished in Smoke Silver Metallic over a Brazil Brown leather interior, this example pairs a Brown convertible soft top with a body-colored removable hard top, allowing the car to transition between open-air cruising and a more enclosed grand-touring configuration. Equipment includes 15-hole light alloy wheels, anti-lock brakes, automatic climate control, cruise control, Zebrano wood veneer trim, heat-insulating glass, and an automatic antenna. Showing approximately 102,609 miles, this 380 SL combines restrained period styling with the comfort and mechanical simplicity that make these Mercedes roadsters appealing enthusiast cars.
Exterior and Interior
The exterior of this 1985 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL is Smoke Silver Metallic, a subtle finish that complements the car’s chrome detailing and traditional two-seat roadster proportions. It comes with both a Brown convertible soft top and a body-colored removable hard top, giving the car two distinct configurations depending on the season or occasion. The exterior is completed by 15-hole light alloy wheels and heat-insulating glass, maintaining the understated factory presentation that suits the 380 SL particularly well. The interior of this 1985 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL is Brazil Brown leather and carries the warm, traditional luxury character of the exterior into the cabin. Zebrano wood veneer trim provides a rich contrast across the dashboard and center console, while automatic climate control and cruise control add useful touring comfort. An automatic antenna rounds out the period equipment, giving the cabin the straightforward blend of leather, wood, and analog controls that defines this era of Mercedes-Benz.
Engine
Powering this 1985 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL is a 3.8-liter naturally aspirated M116 V8 equipped with Bosch K-Jetronic CIS fuel injection. The V8 is paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission and sends power to the rear wheels, giving the car a traditional front-engine, rear-wheel-drive grand-touring layout. Anti-lock braking and four-wheel disc brakes complement the drivetrain, while the naturally aspirated V8 and automatic gearbox provide the smooth, relaxed power delivery that suits the 380 SL’s open-road character.
Inspection
Now here’s a lovely cruiser for someone to enjoy, whether they’re sixteen or sixty years old. This 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380SL Roadster hails from the hallowed R107 generation of Mercedes-Benz’s SL-Class luxury grand tourer. This generation was made between 1971 and 1989, and of the 300,000 plus cars that were made, over two thirds came to North America. The car was a cult classic with the rich and famous, or even infamous. Now, cars like this are becoming fantastic classics to own and drive, as well as the perfect way to experience a classic Mercedes-Benz drive without giving up too many comfort features. For example, this 91,112-mile machine rocks a 4-speed automatic transmission, which was one of the key upgrades for the 1981 model year. It’s also got a Blaupunkt San Francisco SQR 28 cassette radio player, a 3.8-liter naturally aspirated V8, and is up for grabs in Montclair, New Jersey.
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