Vehicle Description
A bold color package, both tops, and a loaded A/C interior - this
1976 Mercedes 450 SL has received all the right investments to keep
it a standout premium classic, and so it's amazing that all of this
is available for such an affordable price,
Orange is great on a classic '70s European touring machine like
this. The color represents the era perfectly without being too much
of an earthtone like some of the American color palettes of the
time. Plus, this one knows how to get noticed thanks to a
professional respray that gives it a modern clearcoat shine. We
know you'll love the way this looks with the matching hardtop in
place, but some of us particularly like the look of the soft top.
Not only is the black folding roof a great complementing color to
the orange, but also it coordinates with the bumper guards and side
trim to create an almost two-tone appearance.
And if you like the look of the black roof, then you'll be just as
happy taking it down to showcase the fresh black interior. The deep
dark appearance could almost make you feel like you owned a classic
muscle car, except all the premium features and materials quality
instantly tell your senses this is an upper-class Mercedes. There
has been a solid investment in keeping this droptop looking its
best - from the quality of the MB-Tex bucket seats to the matting
in the trunk. But more than just look great, this has all the right
features, like power windows, cruise control, and an upgraded
AM/FM/CD stereo.
The 450 SL carried one of Mercedes-Benz's largest engines during
its era, and so when you pop the hood, the engine bay looks like
it's overflowing with V8 power. The 4.5-liter SOHC motor with Bosch
fuel injection is legendary for its durability and smoothness, not
to mention a friendly, torquey attitude. This is a sports car for
cruising, and Mercedes was a bit more concerned with engine
refinement than all-out acceleration. So while they did build the
three-speed automatic transmission with a gated shifter for better
choosing your gear, it's best to let the automatic gearbox shift
for itself. On the road, an R107 has a chassis that is the perfect
balance of elastic comfort in a tight-handling package. This was
topped off with power steering and four-wheel disc brakes for the
best all-around control. Add in new Michelin tires on the iconic
baroque alloy wheels, and this SL is turn-key ready to live up to
your grand touring expectations.
Complete with the full owner's manual packet, you're looking at
cherished example of premium classic luxury. So when it's this
affordable, you know you need to hurry if you want to take it home.
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