1980 Mercedes Benz 450sl on 2040-cars

Year:1980 Mileage:145999 Color: Silver /
Blue

Location:

Redmond, Washington, United States

Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:V8 GAS
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller

VIN: 10704412058301 Year: 1980
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: SL-Class
Trim: 450SL
Options: Leather Seats, CD Player, Convertible
Drive Type: RWD
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows
Mileage: 145,999
Exterior Color: Silver
Interior Color: Blue
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty

Condition: UsedA vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.Seller Notes:"Very Good"

Up for auction is my fathers 1980 450sl convertible. He is the second owner and has owned it since 1991. The car was purchased from Phil Smart BMW Mercedes dealership here in Seattle in 1979 by the original owner. My father accuired the vehicle with 90k on the odometer. He has since only put 50k miles on it and thousands in maintenance. Garage or carport kept her whole life. She is a very nice example for year and miles. I worked as a Mercedes Tech for PHIL SMART MERCEDES years ago. This car is much nicer than 90% of the same year 450sl's I seen come through the shop.
The body is straight, no rust, some surface scuffs here in there. The interior shows normal wear for its age, but nicer than most with the same miles. She runs and drives excellent. A/C is inop from lack of charge. The car is not driven enough to keep the A/C seals lubricated. Original books and sales reciept. The convertible top is black and looks perfect still.

The wheels are Dayton wires wheels. The exhaust and cats were replaced several years ago. The factory radio was updated but comes with the car. Newer brakes...She is ready for a trip across the country with the top down.

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