Vehicle Description
This 1980 Mercedes-Benz 450SL is a triple-black Benz with cool
custom details inside and out - including added rear seats. And
even with all this added appeal, we all know the real reason why
you want this is there's a fundamental love for the way a drop-top
Mercedes cruises down the road.
The black paint has a glossy style that's quite attractive. It lets
the light dance across the well-fitting Mercedes steel with a
premium appeal. It's not a finish you want for a car show, but it
is the right one when you're looking for a cruiser. This one loves
to get out there and look distinct. You can see it in how the style
is darker than most other SLs. They deleted the side trim, blacked
out some badging, and painted details like the door handles and
side mirrors. It gives this car a touch of attitude, and at the
same time, it makes the remaining brightwork elements pop. So the
upgraded polished wheels, excellent chrome bumpers, and classic
tri-star badges have more gravity on this dark Benz.
The black paint, roof, and interior give you an awesome
triple-black appearance. In fact, with the black removable hardtop,
you could almost call this a quadruple-black car! It's a clean and
luxurious setup with lovely details like power windows, a smooth
dash, and leather upholstery. We also like the distinctive addition
of the rear back seat (a feature the USA never got from Mercedes.)
And the radio looks like a classic Becker unit, but it's a modern
AM/FM digital tuner with Bluetooth. You may want to restore some
details, like the air conditioning or cruise control, but nothing
takes away from the feeling of a proper driver's car. You have a
well-contoured seat, crisp VDO readouts, and a terrific upgraded
Nardi wood-rimmed sports steering wheel.
The 450 SL's namesake 4.5-liter engine was the main top powerplant
for most US-bound Mercedes-Benz models of this era, and that's for
a good reason. It's a hardy and powerful fuel-injected V8. Parts
are still easy to find and relatively inexpensive, so having this
serviced is far easier than other 1970s European classics. The
automatic transmission, power steering, and four-wheel power disc
brakes make for a solid cruising attitude.
Complete with the owner's manual. This is a distinct all-black
drop-top Benz. It's the car that looks great on the street and gets
noticed upon arrival. So it's a great way to cruise a classic. Call
now!
