Lot details Registration No: E711CPD Chassis No: WDB1070412A082426 Mot Expiry: Oct 2009
The ultimate six-cylinder derivative of Mercedes-Benz's renowned R107-series, the 300SL was introduced at the September 1985 Frankfurt Motor Show. Equipped with Bosch KE-Jetronic fuel-injection, its in-line SOHC M103 2962cc engine developed some 177bhp and 188lbft of torque (outputs sufficient for a reputed 125mph top speed). Sharing the same two-door monocoque bodyshell, all-round independent coil-sprung suspension and power-assisted steering as its V8 brethren it proved notably more fuel efficient. Fitted with four-speed automatic transmission as standard, it further benefited from improved anti-corrosion treatment and ABS brakes. Only in production between 1985 and 1989, just 13,443 300SLs are thought to have been despatched worldwide.
Finished in white with burgundy leather upholstery, this particular example is variously described by the vendor as being in "good" (engine, automatic transmission, electrical equipment, chassis, wheels / tyres) or "lovely" (interior trim, bodywork, paintwork) condition. Sporting a wind deflector as well as both hardtop and soft-top roofs, 'E711 CPD' is judged by the seller to be "a beautiful unspoiled car with history". Riding on alloy wheels, this stylish Mercedes-Benz is offered for sale with MOT certificate valid until October 2009.
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