1975 Mercedes-benz 450 Sl Roadster ** Only 85 K Miles on 2040-cars
Fairfield, California, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:V8 Cyl. 4.5 Liter DOHC
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Dealer
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: SL-Class
Trim: 450 SL
Options: Leather Seats, Convertible
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Windows
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 85,000
Exterior Color: Tobacco Brown
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: Red
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Number of Cylinders: 8
Up for sale is a
1975 MERCEDES-BENZ 450 SL ROADSTER ** ONLY 85 k MILES
Pros:
Smog-exempt
newer tires
newer brakes
newer fuel injectors & seals
new starter in 2010
complete engine/transmission service in 2010
real 2-Seater >> you can enter the Carpool Lane with 2 passengers
Cons:
needs head/valve work (Machine Shops do it for around $180-200)
currently non-runner
1975 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL 2D Roadster / Convertible
clear title, California car, titled in Colorado
VIN 10704412028141
automatic transmission
V8 Cyl. 4.5 Liter DOHC
RWD
only 85 k miles
tobacco brown, dark red leather interior
FEATURES
automatic transmission, pwr/windows, pwr/locks, tilt wheel, cruise control, pwr/steering, full leather interior, premium wire-style knock-off wheels, full size spare wheel, air/conditioning, armrest with console, 3rd brake light, hard top.
I will throw in the original BECKER stereo radio once bids exceed $2,000.
Engine
NEEDS A VALVE-SERVICE on the r/h head. Issue: once car sits for a couple of weeks, valve No.3 gets sticky, engine misfires. Did free the valve several times, but head has to be done at a machine shop. Used to run smooth, I did the full service, including new injectors. Absolutely worth fixing it!! Coolant clean. R/h exhaust manifold and air cleaner box already removed, all in the trunk. Ask any Q's about it - I’ll get back to you asap.
Automatic Transmission
Shifts smoothly through all gears, no issues observed during time of our use.
Mechanical
Suspension still snug and tight, rides straight. Newer shocks. Almost new brakes (90%). A/C inop. Tires almost new, have put 200 miles on it before I decided to do a valve/head service. Awesome wire-style knock-off wheels!!!
Interior
Mediocre, two bigger rips on front seats. Dry leather and dashboard. Soft top still OK, but I haven't used it for over 2 years. HARD TOP comes with it, painted in MB color.
Exterior/Body
Original, better than average, but has a dent on l/h door (leading edge, at fender), and a small dent next to the the r/h side of the trunk lid, paint still ok. This car has always been a head-turner with those wire-style knock-off wheels!!
History
Clear title, CA vehicle, titled in CO. No penalties in CA.
Summary
I am getting rid off my toys, because I am moving my business. This baby is sitting on my lot, and I won’t have time for it. This is an awesome bang for your buck!
Low mileage, newer parts, low reserve - you do the math. The hard top and the wheels are $1,000 already.
Terms/Auction Policies:
Bidders with less than five or negative feedback on eBay please contact us prior bidding. Otherwise, we reserve the right to cancel your bid. Same condition for out-of-state bidders, ok? This is to preserve the integrity of the auction. Winning bidder must contact seller within 24 hours of auction close. Winning bidder has to complete the purchase transaction within 5 calender days.
DO NOT BID IF YOU DO NOT INTEND TO BUY.
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Warranty:
This vehicle is being sold "as is", "where is", with no warranty expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer/bidder to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle and to have satisfied himself/herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgment solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any unknown defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statement about the vehicle.
Shipping:
All organizing, planning and paying expenses are the buyer's (your) responsibility. I will gladly assist as much as I can. Contact me as soon as possible in order to get information for your shipping arrangements. The car is located in Fairfield, CA 94534, and has to be picked up on appointment.
Questions:
All Q's will be answered asap.
NADA/Market Value
please go to nadaguides.com : the low retail is $10,800.
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