This 1985 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL is beautiful and it is in great condition, mechanically and cosmetically. The paint is exquisite! No rust with a clean undercarriage. It has been garage kept from day one and is always serviced at a dealership. This model comes with a removable hard-top and a retractable soft-top. An aluminum hard-top stand is included with the sale. This sale also includes four (4) AMG style wheels for the car that are in great condition.
Everything about this car is listed below. When you need more information please contact me directly by email. If you have real interest I can provide you with a phone number and we can discuss the SL in more detail. An in-person inspection can be scheduled at your convenience.
Paint: Diamond Blue Metallic
Interior: Silver
Soft-top: Dark Blue
VIN: WDBBA45C7FA017251
Mikes: 90,712 (as of July 17, 2017)
Highlights:
Annual “Spring” service specials have been performed every
year
Garage kept
Repairs:
New exhaust pipe
New windshield locks and windscreen (windscreen provided by Bobby
Rahal)
New driver side door clips
New distributor
New throttle body and switch
New shock absorbers
New gear box
New steering box
All service has been provided by:
Bobby Rahal Motorcar Company
Wexford, PA 15090
www.bobyrahal.com
This car was originally purchased from Mervis Motors, Inc. All
records from Mervis were transferred to Bobby Rahal. All service
records are available, if necessary.
1985 Mercedes-Benz 380SL Roadster Specifications
USD $43,820 MSRP
Chassis/Body: Unit frame and body
Exterior Dimensions 380SL:
Total Length: 4380mm
Total Width: 1790mm
Height at Kerb Weight: 1300mm
Wheelbase: 2455mm
Front Track: 1452mm
Rear Track: 1440mm
Kerb Weight:
Roadster: 1540kg
Fuel Tank: 90 litres
Turning Circle: 10.74 metres
Transmission (Automatic, 4 Speed):
1st: 3.68:1
2nd: 2.41:1
3rd: 1.44:1
4th: 1.00:1
Rear Axle Ratio: 3.27:1
Maximum Speed:
Manual: 133.5 mph (215 km/h)
Automatic: 127 mph (205 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-100 km/h: 9.0 seconds (approx)
After 1981: 9.8 seconds (approx)
Engine: 8 Cylinder M 116
Capacity: 3818cc / 233ci
Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston
type with 8 cylinders in Vee configuration
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv, overhead camshaft
Fuel System: Bosch mechanical with air-flow sensor
Bore and Stroke: 92mm x 71.8mm (3.62 x 2.83 inch)
Power: 218 hp (DIN) @ 5500rpm
Torque: 31 mkg @ 4000rpm (224.3 ft/lb)
Compression Ratio: 9.0:1
Ignition and Electrical:
12 volt
Coil and alternator
Exhaust: Single tail-pipe
Suspension: Independent front and rear, double wishbones, diagnol-pivot swing axle
Steering: Recirculating ball, servo assisted, ratio: 15.9:1 (3.0 turns)
Brakes:
Front: Vented Disc, 278mm (10.9 inch)
Rear: Solid Disc, 279mm (11.0 inch)
Wheels: 14" Alloy
Tyres: 205/70 VR 14
Date of Introduction: February, 1980
Years of Manufacture: 1980 – 1985
Number Built: 53,200
Mercedes-Benz 380SL Roadster Production Schedule
1980: 3,347
1981: 9,470
1982: 9,926
1983: 11,198
1984: 11,115
1985: 8,144
Total: 53,200
