Vehicle Description
1973 Mercedes Benz 450 SL Documented three owner car Resided with
the same family for 33 years! Rare Byzatine Gold Metallic with
Saddle Tan MB-Tex 4.5 liter 190hp V8 engine 4-Speed Automatic
Transmission Power assisted steering and brakes Air conditioning
MotoeXotica Classic Cars is pleased to present this statuesque and
rarely seen short bumper 1973 450SL with only 35,292 documented
miles on the clock.This three owner European classic is one of the
most iconic sports cars in history, with very little design changes
throughout it�s history. One of a select few cars that has retained
essential design and engineering philosophy while setting new
standards of performance and esthetics in the process. This example
has been lovingly cared for by the same family for 33 years!
The�Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster�(formerly known as the�SL Roadster)
is a grand touring roadster�manufactured by Mercedes��since 1954.
The designation�SL�derives from the German�Sportlich-Leicht,�(Sport
Lightweight) and was first applied to the 300SL�. The SL variant
was a 2-seat convertible/roadster(R107) �with standard soft top and
optional hardtop and optional folding seats for the rear bench.
Finished in a rarely seen brilliant Byzantine Gold Metallic (422),
this coupe shows extremely well with only minor fading visible upon
close inspection. All the trim is present, complete and displays
slight normal wear. The short front and rear bumper's (including
over-riders) �fit is extremely tight and finish is very good with
minor scratches. The front driving lights are bumper mounted, free
of chips and cracks and operate as designed. The hardtop has a nice
fit and matching exterior finish. The Dark Tobacco soft top has the
same excellent fit with the rear window showing little or no
scratches or hazing. The weather-stripping is pliable, with only a
few signs of drying, tearing or shrinkage. The original 14-inch
wheels represent well with only slight signs of marring. Inside,
the rich Saddle Tan MB-Tex front bucket seats appear normal with
only slight wear spots on the driver's seat outside bolster
visible. The matching saddle door panels, carpet and black
dashboard are an excellent contrast to the striking gold exterior
of the car and look fantastic. All gauges are ergonomically placed,
have correct appearance and function as originally designed. The
originally equipped leather steering wheel is in excellent
condition and functions as designed. The heater, power windows and
JVC stereo upgrade function as designed. Included is a file of
service records from 1982 to the present documenting complete
service log and actual miles. The original (protec-to plate) metal
owner tag is with the car, plus both hard top removal tools as well
as the original build card and the original owner's manual and
books. This nicely represented Mercedes features a SOHC 4.5 liter
eight-cylinder engine, Bosch Jetronic injection, 4-speed automatic
transmission, power assisted four-wheel disc brakes, four-wheel
independent suspension. The wheels are chrome 14 inch original
Mercedes rims with radial tires. The SL "R107" is easily one of the
most recognizable and desirable Mercedes ever produced. Touring the
way it's suppose to be...This 450 SL has a luxurious exterior with
the heart of German motorsports. GET OUT AND DRIVE!!! Current
mileage on the odometer shows 35,528 believed to be actual miles.
The car is being sold as is on a clean & clear title. VIN:
10704412009326 Note: Please see full terms and conditions listed
below that pertain to the purchase of any said vehicle, thank you.