hip. When these cars were first manufactured, Mercedes-Benz adhered to construction methods that resulted in a standard that was the envy of the automotive industry. Every Mercedes-Benz model shared a build quality second to non
Up for Auction is a
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450SL R107 Roadster!!!
NOT NO RESERVE BUT VERY LOW RESERVE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Here is the chance to own one of the most roadsters and history changing models that Mercedes-Benz ever made -1973 Mercedes Benz 450SL R107 Roadster!!! Although most R107s are extremely well built and collectable, the most desirable and collectable of the R107’s are the early production cars with its features – mainly short Here is the chance to own one of the most beautiful roadsters and history changing models that Mercedes-Benz ever made - 1973 Mercedes Benz 450SL R107 Roadster!!!
What makes 1973 Model so special, is that 1973 was the last year of Small Euro Bumpers being fitted on US-Spec R107 SL’s…1974 onward US models were fitted with less attractive big US spec safety bumpers, and power robbing emission controls laden engines!
Now that the W113 230/250/280SL's have become priced out of sight, here comes the early 450SL.As recently as the mid 1990's, and early 2000’s you could pick up a nice condition 1971 280SL Pagoda Roadster for around $20,000.Almost in the blink of an eye, that's what a basket case now goes for - with good condition examples regularly selling north of $75k and more.
About the car:
It’s elegant and highly desirable Astral Silver Metallic paint (Paint Code #735G astralsilber)and coupled with blue Interior with the rare wood inside ---- this SL looks stunning even as a daily driven survivor !!!This beautiful SL will stop traffic, and provoke curious bystanders with its grace and beauty no matter where you go!
Body is solid and in good shape besides a front right fender being hit and that fender was recently replaced with another factory right front fender.All doors, trunk line up properly, and they are operating with ease. All chrome is in nice shape as well.
Original Factory VIN number stamping on the front radiator support shows originality of this SL!Another sign of originality is matching Data Number Stamping on the hard top and the data card.
This Mercedes comes with the hard top! A must have if you live or travel where there is significant snowfall.Hard top is in great shape, including the headliner and all the glass.
-Interior
Rare and highly desirable wood dash compliments the blue interior very well. Seats are very supportive and comfortable!
Just take a look at the pictures, and you will get an idea about the condition of this car, how nicely it is kept, and how beautiful it is.
Not a show car, a daily driver. Not a closet queen. Nothing worse than a motorcycle without road rash or God forbid, someone drivingin a pickup truck without any dents?
The best thing about this car is its not a pickup truck! It hugs the road and its fun to drive.
This is a rare sports car. A vintage Mercedes Benz, you got swagger. Because you are different, because you are free, because you are everything that they down and wishthat they could be.Shaken no stirred. Yeah, I know, he drove an Aston Martin (a Volvo before that). American Bond along the Pacific Ocean, the Highway 1.Has a two seater that dont need to be smogged by this nanny state! Exempt. Pre 1975.
I drove this thing 120mph the other day with the top down. 60 around tight curves.
Survivor with dents, dings, scratches but 45 years young. Drive it home and have a blast. If you get another dent, badge of honor.
Selling to donate money to youth sports. Every zinc cent.
-Engine & Transmission
Powerful 4.5 Liter V8 Engine starts up on the first try, and its strong and powerful as the day it left the factory.Automatic Transmission shifts smoothly and effortlessly through every gear, and whole engine bay is clean,
This little roadster is a real eye catcher, and it is lots of fun wherever you take it.It is an affordable classic that will only continue to appreciate in its value!
V8 powered two-seater to be built at the Stuttgart, Germany factory. Now that the W113 230/250/280SL's have become priced out of sight, here comes the early 450SL. 1972-1973 Mercedes 450SL’s are becoming next highly collectible SL after the pricey and very famous W113 280SL Pagoda Mercedes!! As recently as the mid 1990's, and early 2000’s you could pick up a nice condition 1971 280SL Pagoda Roadster for around $20,000. Almost in the blink of an eye, that's what a basket case now goes for - with good condition examples regularly selling north of 75K
SL gives a person a real driving enjoyment and pride of ownership. When these cars were first manufactured, Mercedes-Benz adhered to construction methods that resulted in a standard that was the envy of the automotive industry. Every Mercedes-Benz model shared a build quality second to
The car will be sold with from the State of California Transfer Official Paperwork and a Bill of Sale and related paperwork from the CaliforniaDealership that I purchased it from. Smog exempt in California. The car drives easily and we can assist you to load upon a trailer. You can drive it homebut I recommend trailering.
As you can see the vehicle needs a good cleaning both inside and out and this would help to bring this car back to its original glory. Some dents and dings. I may have missed something but I did my best to explain this vehicle.Please see the numerous photos and feel free to ask questions. Many accessories to beautify can be obtained online and there are a plethora of auto and part organizations dedicated to the restoration of these well beloved vehicles that are really beginning to increase in their value.
Terms and Conditions:
We will do our best to explain what we see but we are not mechanics. Please note that this vehicle is being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgment solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.
Deposit. We require a non-refundable deposit within 24 hours of the end of the auction and full payment within a week (3 days) of the auctions end.
We try our best to clearly describe the condition of the vehicle, but please note that we are often selling vintage cars that don't have a complete history on.
Payment Options We accept the following payment methods:
- Cashier's Check/money order (will have to clear prior to vehicle pickup).
- Cash (in person)
Vehicle Pickup & Shipping All shipping charges are buyer's responsibility.
All sales will include a Title and Bill of Sale unless otherwise stated. A Warranty Disclaimer will also be provided to be signed. Yourbid, winning or not, signifies youagree to these terms and conditionsand you agree to make all payments within the allotted time. All purchased vehicles must be removed within 8 weeks from auctions end or storage fees of $10.00 per day will be applied (unless written arrangements foradditional time have been agreed to.). The deposit is not refundable. Please do not bid or buy unless you are serious. This auto may be subject to tax, registration, and smog related fees in your county and state. That will be the responsibility of the buyer. We cannot know or begin to know the intricacies of the various bureaucracies that fund their very existence by adding taxes which they refer to as fees but indeed (Aka taxes). Fortunately, this car is Smog exempt in the People's Republic of California and in many other States.
We have the right to end the auction early and to sell locally. Ebay is a useful way to promote and list vehicles but we also will sell the vehicle through other modalities. If the vehicle sells outside of Ebay, we will immediately cancel the auction because of this. We reserve the right to end the auction early and sell to a good buyer on Ebay or locally. Ebay is the bulletin board not the employer. Please note that we are going to delete buyers' bids with zero feedback. We will delete buyers' bids if they signed up within the last week. Thank you for your understanding.
You may be curious about all of this. It takes several hours to learn of vehicles that will come up for estate auction or surplus. It takes hours to visit and choose the best vehicles and values for the money. Then, we assess the vehicle and describe and answer questions. It is time consuming to respond to questions, show the vehicle, and meet with people. Every vehicle listed is the fruition of likely two days of work. We cannot tolerate nonpaying winners. Please see our other auctions and thank you for looking! |
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