1980 Mercedes-Benz 450SL

Canadian Specification

VIN: WDB10704412063779

Engine No. 117985 12 054867

Transmission No. 02 131876

Order Number No. 0 0 701 22219

Order Location: CANADA

Interior: Leather, Black (231)

Paint 1: Englischrot (English Red - 504)

Paint 2: Black (040)

• Final Year of 450 SL Production; Highly Sought After R107 Series

• Delivered New in the Exceptionally Rare Orange Hue of "English Red"

• Excellent Preservation – Complete with Hard and Soft Tops

• From Attentive Canadian and Californian Stewardship, with Dossier of Servicing Records

• Originally Owned by Renowned Canadian Restaurateur and Entrepreneurs George and Diane Tidball

• Matching Numbers Throughout, Verified by Mercedes-Benz DataCard

• Solid Example with Excellent Drivability

• Ideal Modern Classic Personal Luxury Vehicle

• 1980 Date Stamped Wheels (x5), Original Glass, Upholstery, and Weather Equipment

• Retains Factory Decals, Tags, Plaques and Markings Throughout

• 2024 Inspection and Service Performed - Lights, Electronics, Safety Equipment and Air Conditioning in Proper Working Order

• 2024 Complete European Bumper and Headlight Conversion ($6,000 Invested) Original North American Equipment Accompanies

• Complete with Emergency Equipment & Accessories, Multiple Sets of Authentic Keys, Original Matching Owner's Manuals + Warranty Manual and All Booklets in Vinyl Folio, Original DataCard, Tool Kit, Jack, Unused Original Spare/Tire with Instructional Tag, First Aid Kit, Top Wrenches, and Ownership Binder

• This SL is ready to provide a stylish open-air driving experience for its next owner as a strong contender for continued enjoyment and preservation!

Factory Optioned Equipment – According to Original M-B DataCard:

416 HARDTOP MOUNTED

440 TEMPOMAT (CRUISE CONTROL)

463 VEHICLES FOR CANADA, ADDITIONAL PARTS AND CENTRAL LOCKING MECHANISM

491 U.S. VERSION

502 OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR, ON THE RIGHT

518 BECKER RADIO MEXICO CASSETTE FULL STEREO (AM/FM, USA)

524 PAINTWORK - PRESERVATION

531 AUTOMATIC ANTENNA

570 FOLDING ARMREST, FRONT

587 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL AND ELECTRIC WINDOW LIFTERS (FRONT DOORS)

592 HEAT-INSULATING GLASS, ALL-AROUND, HEATED REAR WINDOW PANE, BAND FILTER

639 ELIMINATION OF FIRST-AID BOX AND WARNING TRIANGLE

640 15-HOLE LIGHT ALLOY RIMS

668 MODE OF PACKING VE III WITH STYROPOR BUMPER RAILS

740 BLACK SOFT TOP FABRIC 9001

For the SL of the 1970s and beyond, Mercedes-Benz started with the chassis of the mid-size "W114/115" model and added the motors from the large "W116" S-Class. The result was a luxurious V8 Convertible that would become one of the most successful passenger car series ever produced by Mercedes-Benz.

Resplendent in rare English Red paired with a black hard top, soft top, and leather upholstery, this thoughtfully preserved R107 is a particularly desirable final-year example and unusual Canadian spec delivery.

Like its Pagoda predecessor, the R107 cuts quite a striking, yet highly refined line, especially when paired with factory "bundt" style alloy wheels and a darker, contrasting hardtop. Both hard and soft tops are finished in black. The two-tone look complements the car nicely, and it looks particularly handsome in all configurations.

Inside, thick, black beautifully mellowed leather retains a factory appearance, while the center console displays preserved wood veneer, ventilation controls, and correct Becker Mexico cassette deck. The trio of deeply hooded gauge pods is home to a central, metric speedometer.

A recent 2024 inspection, service, and complete European bumper and headlight conversion ensures this collector grade SL is ready to provide a stylish open-air driving experience for its next owner as a strong contender for continued enjoyment and preservation.

Note* Mileage is TMU.

$64,500.00

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