. . . This is a 1975 Mercedes Benz 450SL with both tops. It is shown with the hardtop but also has the original black convertible top. The owner asked me to list the car. He got the car for a debt and needs to sell it. This 450SL has only had three owners; it was silver originally but a former owner had it painted white. The car was stored for 15 to 20 years because it would not start due to a wire pulled from a control box. The current owner has done quite a bit of work to the car. The fuel system has been redone: new pump, ilter, ines, njectors cleaned and new seals installed. The engine has been tuned with new distributor cap, ires, otor, oints and plugs. Engine starts right up. Because the car sat so long the AC compressor and the smog pump are stuck - owner has removed their fan belts. The inner and outer tie rod ends were replaced along with front and rear sway bar bushings. This car drives smooth at interstate speeds. The car is ready to drive and everything works fine except for the AC and when using the right turn signal you have to hold the lever; works on the left fine. The owner has a rag joint for the steering and you can talk to him about installing it - I didn't notice anything with the steering but he said it aged from sitting. The black convertible top is original and while it has no rips it will need rubber so it may need a new top soon. The seal for the boot needs to be replaced. The weather stripping for the trunk and a couple of other things will go with the car. Car has a Pioneer AM/FM/CD player and rear speakers. You can see in the photos the car could use some interior work and other work but it is a good running, riving car that you can drive home. Email any questions, ake an offer and you can ask for the owner's number to set up a time to see and drive the car. Car has a nice body that is straight without rust or damage. Trunk opens and shuts properly and has a spare Car is a great driver. It has both tops. Radial tires are P205X70X14 Just over 49K miles Classic front end - a previous owner added the badges that can be removed All lights, ipers, adio, tc work Car has black upholstery It has two bucket seats with a console and floor shifter for the automatic transmission Driver seat Passenger seat All gauges work 49,781 miles Power window switches are on the console Pioneer AM/FM/CD stereo Note crack in dash Closer look at crack Headliner - owner has the metal sun visor parts - they need to be redone Storage area with twin speakers for the stereo Passenger door panel Driver door panel Engine fires right up - runs great The engine has had new points, lugs, ap, otor, ires and the fuel system has been redone The AC compressor and the smog pump will need to be replaced 4.5 Liter engine has overhead cams Engine is pretty clean and I didn't see any fluid leaks Engine number Underside of hood - light circles are from looking into the sun - underside has factory insulation Trunk opens and closes properly Underside of trunk lid Factory sticker Battery box is on the right Spare is under the trunk mat and plate VIN 10704412023574 Trim plate Clear title marked actual miles Door sticker Grill is in great shape Long sleek hood Driver front fender - the wheel on this side is missing one wheel stud Windshield glass is good - mirrors are made into the doors Trim is nice and I don't recall any dings Body is straight and solid Driver side rear quarter The rear defroster works 450SL trim on trunk Lights and signals work Passenger side rear quarter Hardtop can be removed by two people Smooth body Original wheels The car is located in Mechanicsville, irginia 23111. Car is a short drive from I-295 which connects I-95 and I-64. Serious bidders can email me any questions or email if you'd like to make an appointment to see this car or if you would like the owner's number to talk to him. Terms of sale: winning bidder should contact me within 24 hours of the auction's end. If you cannot pick up the car right away send a 10% deposit within 3 days and make arrangements to pick up the car or have it shipped. We would like the car picked up within 14 days. If you need help with having the car shipped email me. |