Vehicle Description
This 1980 Mercedes-Benz 450SL likes to deliver a timeless sense of
style in a classic that's easy to drive and enjoy. So the
fuel-injected V8 power and sturdy German engineering meet the
care-free drop-top lifestyle. And at a price like this, there's
even room in your budget to put your personal touch on this
car.
This car has the kind of background we all like to see in a premium
classic. It's coming off over 20 years of long-term care under the
same owner. He even bought it from his father, and so you are
looking at decades under the same family. Even the odometer is
believed to reflect the full actual mileage. So there's an
underlying feeling that this one has been treated well. That's
quite nice to see on a car like this because it's also at a
crossroads. A well-respected driver-quality car makes for a nice
cruiser, and the value price also means it's a great candidate to
take to the next level. And no matter your future plans, this car
has a solid fundamental appeal for everyone. The Champagne Metallic
paint shows the right signs of being the factory application. It's
a driver-quality finish, which means it can still show off the
curves of the well-respected sheet metal without ever making you
nervous about getting out there and really driving it. There are
some nice added details, like the brown pinstripe, polished wheel
well moldings, and bright upgraded alloys. And this cruiser-style
versatility is also part of the package that gives you the option
of a color-matched hardtop, a well-fitting soft top, or the kind of
elegant convertible that basically leaves no trace of the roof at
all.
The tan interior is a pleasing complement to the golden exterior
paint. Also just like the exterior, it's driver-quality, but it's
also quite complete, right down to the working courtesy lights that
greet you when the door opens. There are nice factory features like
comfy bucket seats, cruise control, and power windows. And upgrades
like the Nardi steering wheel and an AM/FM/CD stereo with USB input
make for a better cruiser. You even see an added back seat. It's
not exactly adult-sized legroom, but we like how you get to show
off this distinct European-style feature.
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. Plus,
the automatic transmission, power steering, and four-wheel power
disc brakes make for a solid cruising attitude.
You may give it a respray or upgrade to a new leather interior if
you want added elegance. Or maybe you restore the air conditioning
and add a new set of touring tires if you want a true cruiser. The
potential seems nearly endless on a Mercedes convertible with good
fundamental care and a value price. Call today!!!
