Vehicle Description
1984 Mercedes-Benz 380SL Convertible
The Mercedes SL sports car can trace its origins to 1954, with the
famed Gullwing 300 SL. It was named the Gullwing for its doors that
opened upward, similar to a bird spreading its wings. The 1983 380
SL was part of the third of five generations of SL-series sports
cars produced from 1972 to 1989. SL-series engine displacements
ranged from 3 liters in 1954 to 6 liters in 2010. Forget "Black" or
"AMG" - the most storied letters in Mercedes history are "SL."
Mercedes SL - Sport Leicht - models have been setting the benchmark
for Silver Arrow performance for decades, and SL models continue to
form the basis for the company's most awe-inspiring sports cars
today. The 1985 380 might not have been the blisteringly fastest of
the breed, but there's no denying that it held the torch for
rear-drive, open-air, V-8 roadsters during an era largely devoid of
such.
This car wasoriginally purchased and enjoyed by a local doctor and
has been garaged its whole life and sports 75,985 non verifiable
miles on the odometer,(mileage exempt on the title). An all
original car that shows the passage of time and use, with very
little patina, blemishes, but a few dents and dings. Mechanically
sound, and beautiful interior which is very clean. An undercarriage
that remains rust free, this is the perfect car if you're one of
those Daimler diehards who's looking for the ultimate in 'old
school', it's a nice find!
Exterior
Bathed in code 930G, also known as Silver Blue Metallic, straight
heavy steel is used to fabricate this "Sport Light" convertible.
Nary an inclusion or rust bubble is seen in the blue finish
covering the rust free steel. A tear and mar free black canvas
provides the topper, and a fairly clear rear plastic window is
within the top. Also, an optional body matching fiberglass hardtop
is along with this consignment. A "Pagoda Style" car due to its
roofline, all chrome and trimming exterior wise are looking great!
The rear taillights are ribbed for self cleaning, did you know?
Keeping things grounded are standard issue Mercedes Benz 14-inch
wheels on all 4 corners and wrapped in deeply treaded blackwall
radials adding a touch of class and sportiness to this already
classy 2 seater.
Interior
Navy blue leather and MB Tex make up the front bucket "chairs" and
these are appearing as barely used with all good and appropriately
aged surfaces. In the center is a burl covered console which has
the shift lever, power mirror, and power window switches. Moving
upward in the center we note climate control buttons and a factory
Mercedes Benz AM/FM/Cassette player within more wood burl. The dash
is blue molded vinyl with a crack free padded topper and all
original in configuration with the deeply inset round gauges
covered under the arched eyebrow. Throughout the cabin is navy blue
carpeting that presents in veryclean condition but with no apparent
staining or fading. Rounding out our tour are dark blue vinyl door
panels that are slightly wrinkled but present cleanly with padded
armrests and ample sized map pockets.
Drivetrain
Under the hood plenty of patina is showing on the original 3.8
liter SOHC V8 complete with Bosch Jetronic EFI. An 4-speed
automatic transmission is on back as well as a 2.47 rear axle.
Undercarriage
No invasive rust, nice aging, and a little road dirt show
underneath. Independent suspension all around, as are power disc
brakes on all 4 corners. Stock style dual exhaust with a single
muffler is on for the exhale.
Drive-Ability
Top down, and a luxury German Sports car and what else do you need?
It went fast, handled like it's on rails and all functions were
working save for the clock. Ausgezeichnet...god bless you!
German engineering, German built, German 3.8 Liter V8 and the
quality goes on and on for these practically indestructible cars.
Mercedes-Benz quality and innovation is second to none, and this
early SL shows the way for things to come, but retains its classic
looks. Schnell!
WDBBA45A3EA015736
WDB-Daimler Benz
B-C107
A-Roadster
45-380SL
A-Manual Belts
3-Check Digit
E-1984
A-Sindelfingen Assy Plant
015736-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display. This vehicle is located in our
showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just
1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The
website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888)
227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come
see the vehicle in person.
