West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional
example of this original southern California owner car, a 1974
Mercedes-Benz 450SLC 2 door hardtop coupe with only 87K original
miles; this was by far Mercedes most expensive model of the
legendary 450 series, at an original MSRP of $25,396 ($176,600
adjusted for inflation according to the CPI for 2025!) compared to
$20,428 ($142,021) for the same year 450SL roadster, and this
particular example is in absolutely beautiful condition
throughout!Mercedes Benz released two iconic models in the early
seventies, the 450SL two seater roadster and the 450SLC two door
coupe and these cars were the ultimate status symbol of their day,
symbolic for their era of exclusivity and immediately identifiable
by their uniquely original styling. They were to create a cult
following which has continued to this day. They were sold as the
R107 SL roadster and the C107 SLC coupe with the coupe model
wheelbase lengthened by 14" to make room for the rear seat
passengers in a fixed pillarless superstructure above the 2+2
cabin, whilst still incorporating its sports car dynamics. The
450SLC was built in very limited numbers and was one of the most
exclusive coupes ever made, offering the sensations of a true
sports car but with the refinements of a four seater grand touring
coupe! The particular example boasts its original 'Byzantine Gold
Metallic' (factory color code 422) and it is quite obvious that
this particular example was always garaged with no signs of any
accidents or rust and never smoked in and with options including
the air conditioning, power windows and power sunroof.The very
striking 'Byzantine Gold Metallic' color paint is in very fine
condition and the 'Palomino' interior is also in gorgeous shape
with virtually no signs of wear and the car has its original
Mercedes 'Bundt' wheels which are also in exceptional condition.The
car's factory options include: Becker Grand Prix Radio/Cassette,
automatic transmission, power assisted steering, power brakes,
tinted glass, cruise control, electric window lifts, electrically
heated rear window on hard top, fully independent suspension, power
assisted four wheel disc brakes, limited slip differential,
automatic antenna, Halogen head and fog lamps, automatic BEHR air
conditioning with climate control and central locking. The car
drives exactly like such a well maintained and serviced Mercedes
should and must be seen and driven to be truly appreciated. The
engine is extremely strong with no noticeable oil leaks, the
transmission shifts smoothly through the gears and the temperature
always remains cool. The car has a recent California smog
certificate. Without doubt, this is one of the finest classically
beautiful designs built by Mercedes-Benz, probably the last
classically beautiful series they built which are now at long last
becoming more desirable and collectible than ever before -
certainly you will look long and hard to find a finer head-turning
example of this original southern California owners 450SLC model
with only 87K miles available anywhere else!
Vehicle Details
1974 Mercedes-Benz SLC
Listing ID:CC-1924075
Price:$19,500
Location:Torrance, California
Year:1974
Make:Mercedes-Benz
Model:SLC
Exterior Color:Gold
Interior Color:Beige/Tan
Transmission:Automatic
Odometer:87561
Stock Number:2005333
VIN:10702412005333
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