Vehicle Description
Worldwide Vintage Autos is pleased to present this 1985 Mercedes-Benz 380SL. Own this 1985 Mercedes-Benz 380SL today for a fraction of blue book value! We scour the country for vintage cars and trucks like this and we rarely come across one like this! You must see and drive this rare Mercedes-Benz!
HISTORY:
The 280, 380 and 500 SLC were discontinued in 1981 with the introduction of the W126 series 380 and 500 SEC coupes. A total of 62,888 SLCs had been manufactured over a ten-year period of which just 1,636 were the 450 SLC-5.0 and 1,133 were the 500 SLC. Both these models are sought by collectors today. With the exception of the SL65 AMG Black Series, the SLC remains the only fixed roof Mercedes-Benz coupe based on a roadster rather than a sedan.
Following the discontinuation of the SLC in September 1981, the 107 series continued initially as the 280, 380 and 500 SL. At this time, the V8 engines were re-tuned for greater efficiency, lost a few hp and consumed less fuel- this largely due to substantially higher (numerically lower) axle ratios that went from 3.27:1 to 2.47:1 for the 380 SL and from 2.72:1 to 2.27:1 for the 500 SL.
From September 1985 the 280 SL was replaced by a new 300 SL, and the 380 SL by a 420 SL; the 500 SL continued and a 560 SL was introduced for certain extra-European markets, notably the USA and Japan.
Also in 1985, the Bosch KE Jetronic was fitted. The KE Jetronic system varied from the earlier, all mechanical system by the introduction of a more modern engine management "computer", which controlled idle speed, fuel rate, and air/fuel mixture. The final car of the 18 years running 107 series was a 500 SL painted Signal red, built on August 4, 1989; it currently resides in the Mercedes-Benz museum in Stuttgart, Germany. Source: Wikipedia
SPECIFICS / BUILD INFORMATION
EXTERIOR:
-Factory Red.
-Convertible with both hard and soft top. Comes with original hard top stand.
-Excellent chrome and brightwork.
INTERIOR:
-Stock interior all the way down to the Mercedes First Aid kit!
-Ice cold air conditioning!
-Slate grey interior.
-Factory manuals and service logs.
-Power windows.
MECHANICAL:
-3.8 Liter V8
-Automatic transmission.
-Power steering.
-Disc brakes.
DISCLOSURE:
-Paint chips in front passenger side panel. (See detailed photos)
-Paint chips in front hood. (See detailed photos)
-Small dent in front chrome bumper. (See detailed photos)
Own this vintage 1985 Mercedes-Benz 380SL at wholesale cost. Buy one complete and ensure your investment for the future. Collectible vintage vehicles have historically appreciated at a rate greater than that stock market, gold and other arts and collectibles as documented by many articles and auction result tracking.
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SHIPPING:
We recommend having our shipping coordinator facilitate the transport of your new vehicle. We can handle all shipping arrangements in-house, so you know where your vehicle is from point ‘A’ to point ‘B’. We highly suggest using only enclosed shipping to protect your investment. We use Central Dispatch and they ensure all carriers are licensed, insured and bonded.
INTERNATIONAL BUYERS:
We have sold and shipped vehicles all over the world, with happy customers in Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South America, and the Middle East, just to name a few. We can assist with the transport to your home port anywhere in the world, as well as help with the required export/import paperwork. We recommend the following import/export contacts:
• Halmari, in Houston, TX @ 281-984-7235
• Schumacher Global Transport @ 1-800-599-0190
• ADULTS ONLY car shop in Australia (see website)
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