1972 Mercedes Benz 350sl Convertible Classic Pagoda Styling Cal Tags No Reserve on 2040-cars
Stateline, Nevada, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:4520cc V8 OHC
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: SL-Class
Trim: Two-Door Roadster
Options: Cassette Player, Convertible
Drive Type: RWD
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control
Mileage: 272,595
Exterior Color: Blue
Interior Color: Blue
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Up for auction is a 1972 Mercedes Benz 350 SL Two Seat Roadster Hard and Soft Convertible Top ! This is the highly sought after early production model with European bumpers was built in September, 1971 in Germany. Made prior to the catalytic converter regulation so the 4.5 Litre V-8 at more power and more horse. It is California SMOG exempt and comes with the old blue license plates. The hard top and soft top are included and the soft top could use a cleaning as could the car. The vehicle comes with a clear California Title and spent most of its life in the Sacramento, California area having been transported from Hawaii. It was purchased in January, 1972 and was driven daily prior to donation a few months ago. A few drops of three sap from the pines in the yard but it can come off easily and this MB roadster will shine once again! I will upload some more photos once I relocate the hard top crank lock. The vehicle will come with a great deal of service records and maintenance records. John Ralich, at Silver Star motors has been the supervising mechanic since 1989. This vehicle was donated. The exterior of the vehicle is Mercedes Benz Blue. Windshield was Green Tinted at Horizon Glass in Sacramento. The automatic transmission shifts through its gears nicely. Here are just some of the recent service records performed by Silver Star Motors in Sacramento. Nothing but the best for this one! They include include: At 202,850 miles, replaced a/c compressor, Freon, a/c hose, starter, breather hose, valve cover gaskets, spark plugs, ignition points, battery, pressure senser ($2851) At 213,184 miles, replaced fuel lines ($119) At 215,088 miles, replaced fuel pump fuses wiring, short, bad wiring repaired ($63) At 218,252 miles, replaced spark plugs and pressure sensor. At 218,435 miles, installed console Bosch alarm including power door locks, console, carpet covers, ($1711) This was done by a radio and auto alarm location and not at Silver Star. At 222,701 miles, replaced receiver/dryer, R-12 Refridgerant, A/C Dye, Ignition Switch, filter, oil, ($565) At 237,799 miles, replaced power steering seal kit, hydraulic fluid, p/s high pressure hose, power steering power hose, all three v belts (10 x 1160; 10x1000; 13x825), Rear Crank Seal; Steering Gearbox Seal Kit; Front Pump Ring, O-Ring, O-Ring, Hydralic Fluid, Output Shaft Seal, Trasm, Aluminum Seal Ring, at ($1619) At 239,137 miles, replaced voltage regulator - external, battery clamp, battery, battery tray, oil and motor kit ($452) At 241,372 miles, replaced water hose, radiator mounting kit, oil cooler ($484) At 246,546 miles, replaced oil pressure hoses and motor oil ($368) At 246,247 miles, replaced Starter, filter, oil breather hose ($403) At 260,155 miles, replaced Subframe Mounting Kit ($125); Tie Rod Assembly ($120); Center Drag Link ($74); Control Arm Kit ($48.50); Brake Pads, Oil, Grease etc. ($1356) At 264,265 miles, replaced ignition points ($193) At 266,816 miles, replaced the pressure sensor, fuel sending unit, cork gasket etc ($1993). At 271, 206 miles, replaced friction disk, transmission filter, transmission pan gasket, a/t valve body calibration kit, hydraulic fluid, part cleaner, contact circuit, grommet, transmission gasket, battery ($1623) At 272,182 miles, replaced spark plugs, points, ignition wires (set), filter, oil ($572.29) Nothing but the best for this one! The parts alone are worth the price of reserve by far! Please see my other auctions and thanks for looking! Please note that the winning bidder is to pay a nonrefundable $500 deposit via Paypal within 24 hours after purchase on Ebay. The balance is due within 7 days with cash or certified bank check. If check, we must wait for the check to clear before we release car or the clean title that we have in hand. No hidden fees. Winning bidder is responsible for pickup and/or shipping but I can be of assistance. Please remember this is a used and vintage vehicle that should be inspected before being used. I do my best to describe the vehicle but I am not a mechanic. Please study the photos carefully. Feel free to inspect prior to bidding as all sales are final. Sold as is where is and no warranty expressed or implied. Please see my other auctions and thanks so much for looking! MERCEDES-BENZ: 1972 350SL, silver with black interior, 2 tops, very sought after small bumpers, originally purchased in Honolulu, Hawaii, the car that was brought over by a U.S. Government Employee and has been in California ever since. If you look inside the doors, you will see that the car was garaged and kept away from the elements. Description of this type of car found upon websites: This is a US car with Euro specs. This little roadster probably epitomizes the last true sports car to come out of Stuttgart. No electronic or gadgets. Just a powerful and dependable V-8 A rare find with this equipment. A true enthusiast dream. The Mercedes-Benz R107 and C107 automobiles were produced from 1971 through 1989 and were described by many as one of the best looking cars Mercedes-Benz produced to date, being the second longest single series ever produced by the automaker, after the G-Class. They were sold under the SL (R107) and SLC (C107) model names. The R107 replaced the W113 SL-Class in 1972 and was replaced by the R129 SL-Class in 1989. The SLC replaced the W111 Coup'e in 1971 and was replaced by the C126 S-class coupe in 1981. S-Class suspension was used for improved ride comfort in keeping with the overall shift towards luxury in the SL range. A convertible soft-top was standard equipment although a metal hard-top was once again available complete with "Pagoda" styling. 4520cc V8 OHC Vehicle 350SL Roadster
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