1971 Mercedes 280SL
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I bought this car to recondition into one of the world-class cars that we are known for but client restorations get priority over my cars and rather than have it sit in line for over a year I am offering it now in its natural state.
It will be great for an enthusiast on a budget to drive basically "as is" or for a business or individual looking to improve and sell. Many private parties pick the wrong car to improve and sink thousands of dollars into a rusty hulk that will never be something a seasoned collector would purchase. I've already done your homework in selecting this straight, rust-free car with "good bones" and the original features make this car a "winner".
It is originally a silver/red car - the most asked for color combination. It was painted white some years ago and the great news is that they didn't change the dash or engine bay color so going back to silver is as easy as a new paint job. You can spend whatever you wish on a paint job depending upon what your end use goal is (Some folks would just shine it up and drive it as is ignoring the touch-ups & small blemishes). It has the desirable features such as: both tops, air-conditioning, power steering and is the final model year.
Mechanically, the engine was rebuilt at a Mercedes dealership for $9000 just 3000 miles ago (total miles showing now just 108,738).
We have NOT restored this car, it runs and drives fine but I recommend you should service it and install new tires.
The usually broken heater levers are intact.
Here you see road dirt covering the factory undercoating. There are more
photos like this below.
The service records show only 3000 miles on the $9000 rebuilt engine.
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