1980 Mercedes Benz 450 SLC
Buy it now at £16,675

Registration No: T.B.A.
Chassis No: WDB10702422028589
MOT: Exempt

• Just four former keepers and present custodian since 2017
• Treated to a documented speedometer change at c.50,000 miles with an additional 16,000 recorded since then
• Subject to past restoration / maintenance work

Sharing the same basic (R107) platform architecture as its convertible sibling, the Mercedes-Benz 450SLC fixed head coupe was introduced in 1972. A full four-seater, the model's stretched wheelbase was disguised by various ingenious styling cues such as the louvered sail panels that adorned its rear three-quarter windows. Equipped with all round coil-sprung independent suspension, power steering and four wheel disc brakes, it proved a comfortable and refined grand tourer. Predominantly allied to automatic transmission, its 4520cc SOHC V8 engine developed a quoted 217bhp and 265lbft of torque. Reputedly capable of over 130mph in standard tune, Mercedes' flagship coupe enjoyed a highly successful second career as a rally car including two Bandama wins and a second place on the East African Safari.

Finished in the handsome combination of Manganese Brown Metallic with Cream velour upholstery, chassis WDB1072422028589 was completed to order 0953756674 for the UK market. Well specified with an electric sunroof, limited slip differential, Behr air-conditioning, cruise control and electric windows, the Mercedes-Benz is understood to have had just four former keepers and to have been with its present custodian since 2017. Reportedly treated to a documented speedometer change at c.50,000 miles, the replacement instrument has recorded an additional 16,000 miles or so. Said to have had its rear end resprayed about four years ago and to have an issue with its cruise control, the 450SLC is currently running and driving but would benefit from a service prior to sustained usage. Riding on steel wheels with colour-coded hubcaps, this handsome pillarless coupe is accompanied by an owner’s handbook, service history, various historic MOT certificates / invoices, two keys and its original ‘Bundt’ alloy wheels.

For more information, please contact:
Baljit Atwal
baljit.atwal@handh.co.uk
07943 584762