1972 Mercedes-Benz 450SL Convertible Black SL Class R107 350SL
1972 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 40th one made R107 450sl badged 350sl
This 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450SL is a classic car that has been well-maintained and preserved over the years. It has a sleek black exterior that is sure to turn heads, and it has been titled as "clean" which adds to its overall value. With only 84,000 miles on it, this car is perfect for car shows and long drives. The owner has had it for 5 years and has taken great care in maintaining its integrity. This is a rare find for any car enthusiast looking for a piece of automotive history. The VIN number for this car is notable as it is 000040!!!!! Since it was one of the very first imported to the US, it was badged 350sl by Mercedes even thought it is a 450. As legend has it, Mercedes did this on the earliest ones to keep Euro customers happy to know the US was not getting a bigger engine (USA did get the bigger 450 engine!) This car is registered as a 350sl and the engine is 450 as the VIN indicates. Mercedes dealer or any research can validate this. Inspection of the vehicle is welcome! $500 deposit due within 24 hours of auction close or immediately if buy it now.
The earliest known R107 for sale currently. The Vin number of this car is 000040. It runs drives, starts and stops. Worked very hard to maintain the originality of the car. This is an excellent car for a collector or enthusiast to take to shows or to stowaway for future value increases. Inspections of the vehicle are welcome! $500 deposit due within 24 hours of auction close or immediately if buy it now.
Exterior
- Make: Mercedes-Benz
- Model: SL-Class
- Type: Convertible
- Trim: 40th one made R107 450sl badged 350sl
- Doors: 2
- Year: 1972
- Mileage: 84000
- VIN: 10704412000040
- Color: Black
- Engine size: 450
- Number of cylinders: 8
- Fuel: Gasoline
- Transmission: Automatic
- Drive type: RWD
- Interior color: Black
- Drive side: Left-Hand Drive
- Vehicle Title: Clean Want to buy? Contact seller!
