Vehicle Description
This 1985 Mercedes-Benz 380SL has an awesome color combo,
fuel-injected V8 power, and both roofs. Plus, this has a nice mix
of long-term care and a price that lets you individualize a
timeless symbol of luxury motoring.
The has the factory-correct Nautical Blue Metallic. After all, we
love these in red or silver, but this blue looks both rare and
regal. It shows all the right signs of being the factory
application, and it continues to have an impressive shine in the
sunlight - exactly what you want on a convertible. You also get the
choice of a color-matched hardtop or a darker blue soft top for a
very European kind of style. The presentation is not perfect, but
you can really tell the difference in care that comes from a
three-owner car where the last one has even kept it for over 20
years. And averaging only about 1,600 miles annually means it has
left the driveway far less than its contemporaries. So the chrome
shines nicely, the glass is clean, and the body panels line up with
that desirable German precision.
Even on a car with two tops, we bet your favorite way to enjoy this
Mercedes is with no roof at all. After all, you get the great look
of deep tan against the dark blue exterior. These R107 SLs are all
about the grand touring experience. So you get comfortable leather
seats, plenty of interior space for two, and the kind of ample
luggage space that's for more than just your weekend bags. And the
right Mercedes SL gives that ideal driver's car feeling. It's not
an all-out sports car, but rather a mix of supple and confidence.
It's in the grip of the steering wheel, the crispness of the
gauges, and vintage details, like the Becker Grand Prix stereo.
The 3.8-liter fuel-injected V8 under the hood has a very stock
look, and it's exceptionally clean to reflect the low odometer. And
not only do these have a hardy nature, but there has also been the
right care, including all the seals replaced in 2002. Out the road,
the four-speed automatic shifts with smooth authority all the way
into overdrive comfort. The fully independent suspension
understands a nice balance between luxury and performance that's
entertaining on a twisty country road. So this is the perfect
weekend getaway car. In fact, the miles are effortless thanks to
features like power steering and four-wheel power disc brakes.
There are areas to address on this car, like the soft top, seat
covers, passenger-side window, air conditioning, and other details.
It's not necessarily about expecting perfection when buying a
luxury car at this price point. Instead, the attraction is getting
one of the best-built convertibles from the last half-century and
knowing that Mercedes and the aftermarket keep this quite well
stocked. So you have an impressive car from day one that has a
quality feel from proper care, and the value price allows room in
your budget to get the fresher components that matter most to you.
So if you're looking for a driver's icon that you can personalize,
this SL is a truly ideal classic. Call today!!!