1978 Mercedes-Benz 350SL Auto

SA • Private
30
1
Odometer258,000km
Body typeConvertible
FuelPetrol
TransmissionAutomatic

Comments from the seller

Stunning 1978 Mercedes-Benz 350SL, turns heads on the street when ever driven. Immaculately looked after and maintained.. A reluctant sale, it an original beauty and ever appreciating in value, with all endeavours to keep it original, the new Becker style stereo with Bluetooth the only modern after market addition. Selling due to age and time constraints. Silver exterior, dark blue interior -some items could be upgraded at your leisure. New premium soft top and existing hard top & cradle New Michelin tyres , well maintained , serviced regularly. 160,100 Mls On SA club plates. Great to driver, these cars are seriously appreciating year on year. This car appeals to buyers that are looking for quality, an original and appreciating asset. Genuine offers will be considered.

Car details

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Vehicle description
R107 Roadster 2dr Auto 3sp 3.5i [IMP]
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Silver
Interior colour
Dark Blue
Body type
Convertible, 2 doors, 4 seats
Transmission
3 speed Automatic
Engine
8 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 3.5L
Cost of financeSponsored
Registration plate
XD97W
Registration expiry
5 months/October 2026
Build date
January 1978
Compliance date
Check with seller
Roadworthy certificate
Provided at pick-up by seller
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-18957420
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
3499cc
Engine Size (L)
3.5L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
V90
Cylinders
8
Camshaft
Overhead Cam
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
2
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
169.0kW @ 6050rpm
Torque
314Nm @ 4200rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
109.4kW/t
Gears
3
Gear Type
Automatic
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel Type
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
90L
Fuel Delivery
Bosch D-Jetronic Inection (Multi-Point Injection)
Method of Delivery
Electronic
Steering
Recirculating Ball
Rim Material
Steel
Length
4390mm
Width
1790mm
Height
1300mm
Wheelbase
2460mm
Kerb Weight
1545kg
Country of Origin
GERMANY
Launch Year
1978
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
107
Series
R107
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
4
Body Style
Convertible
Victoria
Approved
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
Queensland
Banned
South Australia
Banned
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daniel is the seller
Location
Beaumont, SA 5066
Member since
2022
Verified information
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