1981 Mercedes-Benz 380SL

R107 Roadster in Unique Color Combination with Recent Maintenance

BID TO
$11,000
ENDED ON
10/11/2023 04:54PM EST
BID TO
$11,000
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1981 Mercedes-Benz 380SL

R107 Roadster in Unique Color Combination with Recent Maintenance

BID TO
$11,000
ENDED ON
10/11/2023 04:54PM EST
BID TO
$11,000
Bid & Comment

Quick Facts

Location:

Demarest, NJ
  • Auction lot: 2096
  • Seller: Merc2000
  • VIN: WDBBA45A3BB005827
  • Chassis: R107
  • Odometer: 64,958
  • Title Status: Clean Montana
  • Exterior color: Blue Green Metallic (877)
  • Interior color: Palomino Leather (234)
  • Drivetrain: RWD
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Seller: Private
  • 3.8-Liter M116 V8
  • Paint-Matched Hardtop
  • Automatic Climate Control
  • Central Locking
  • Cruise Control
  • Becker Radio
  • Recent Maintenance
  • Clean Carfax Report
This 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380SL shows registration in Maine, Pennsylvania and Montana with 65k miles on the odometer. Finished in Blue Green Metallic (877) over Palomino Leather (234), power is provided by a 3.8-liter M116 V8 linked with a four-speed automatic transmission driving the rear wheels. Factory equipment includes a paint-matched removable hardtop, central locking, cruise control, automatic climate control, Zebrano wood trim and a Becker Grand Prix radio. Recent maintenance performed under current ownership includes a fuel system refresh, new ignition components and a new auxiliary fan switch. Partial service history as well as a stamped service booklet is included with the car. This 380SL is now offered for sale by the current owner with two keys, the original manufacturer’s literature and tool kit, a new set of OEM visors, a clean Carfax report and a clean Montana title in the seller’s name.
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The body is finished in Blue Green Metallic (877) and features chrome trim lining the beltline, windows, mirrors and impact bumpers. Included with the car is a paint-matched removable hardtop and folding fabric soft top. A tear is visible in the fabric which has been documented in the photo gallery. Exterior features include front fog lamps, an automatic antenna, power windows and central locking. The seller notes that no signs of rust or body damage are present with no accidents appearing on the Carfax.
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The 14” Bundt alloy wheels wear a silver finish and come fitted with Michelin MX L tires which measure 205/70 on all four corners. No signs of damage or corrosion are visible in the wheels. Braking is handled by power-assisted discs on the front and rear axles. A full-size spare is mounted in the trunk along with the factory tool kit.
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The interior is upholstered in Palomino Leather (234) with matching tan carpets and Zebrano wood trim which lines the center console, dash and gear selector. Interior appointments include cruise control, automatic climate control with air conditioning, a folding center armrest, a lockable glove box and a Becker Grand Prix head unit. The seller reports that the sun visors are missing.
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The four-spoke steering wheel fronts VDO instrumentation consisting of a central 85-mph speedometer, a 7k-rpm tachometer, an analog clock and gauges for fuel level, economy, coolant temperature and oil pressure. The six-digit mechanical odometer shows 65k miles with 300 miles added by the seller over the past two years.
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This R107 is powered by a fuel-injected 3.8-liter M116 V8 which is rated for 155 horsepower and 196 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission. Recent maintenance includes a new fuel pump and filter, new fuel injectors, new spark plugs and wires, a new distributor cap and rotor, a new auxiliary fan switch and new accelerator pedal bushings. Partial service history is included with the car along with the service booklet with documented services.
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The car was first registered in Maine with later registration reported in Pennsylvania and Montana. The Carfax shows linear mileage updates with no accidents or damage reports. This 380SL is now offered for sale by the current owner in Demarest, New Jersey with the original manufacturer’s literature and tool kit, a clean Carfax report and a clean Montana title in the seller’s name.
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The MB Market Insights

The R107 is one of Mercedes best known and longest living chassis designs. Introduced for the 1972 model year, the R107 was in continuous production for 17 years until 1989 when the last 560sl was produced. While the R107 underwent several powertrain changes and minor cosmetic updates, the platform remained largely unchanged throughout the run making it one of the most iconic MBs of all time. These long nose roadsters elicit immediate nostalgic reactions and offer tremendous driving enjoyment for a very reasonable price. While prices for low-mile 560sl examples have skyrocketed in recent years, the 380SL & 450SL variants have remained comparatively affordable while offering virtually all of the ownership enjoyment of their larger displacement brethren. Finished in a unique Blue Green Metallic paint, this example offers a great opportunity for an enthusiast searching for an affordable and usable classic.

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1981 Mercedes-Benz 380SL

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BID TO
$11,000 by LeoH88
ENDED ON
10/11/2023 04:54PM EST
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4 Comments

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October 11th, 2023 at 4:52pm EST

$11,000 bid placed by @LeoH88

October 11th, 2023 at 4:51pm EST

$10,250 bid placed by @hardno

October 11th, 2023 at 4:50pm EST

$10,000 bid placed by @jpfrazier

October 11th, 2023 at 4:49pm EST

$9,750 bid placed by @hardno

October 11th, 2023 at 4:48pm EST

$9,500 bid placed by @LeoH88

October 11th, 2023 at 4:47pm EST

$9,250 bid placed by @Draco

October 11th, 2023 at 4:45pm EST

$9,000 bid placed by @LeoH88

October 11th, 2023 at 4:44pm EST

$8,750 bid placed by @hardno

October 11th, 2023 at 4:36pm EST

$8,500 bid placed by @Draco

October 11th, 2023 at 4:02pm EST

$8,250 bid placed by @jpfrazier

October 11th, 2023 at 2:42pm EST

$8,000 bid placed by @Draco

October 11th, 2023 at 1:05pm EST

$7,750 bid placed by @jpfrazier

October 11th, 2023 at 11:55am EST

$7,500 bid placed by @Draco

October 11th, 2023 at 11:21am EST
Merc2000 (33)
Seller
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Final day for the auction! Here for any questions and if you're local feel free to come see her- she's in wonderful condition. Happy Bidding!
October 8th, 2023 at 7:42pm EST

$6,250 bid placed by @Sratner

October 4th, 2023 at 10:11pm EST

$6,000 bid placed by @Rowgear

October 4th, 2023 at 1:11pm EST
Merc2000 (33)
Seller
0
@bmccuen1 i havent done it and it's not in the records I have so I would assume it hasn't been done. To be safe one could change it and budget for the work. Thank you!
October 4th, 2023 at 12:31pm EST
Has the timing chain been updated with the double row chain?
October 4th, 2023 at 6:39am EST
Merc2000 (33)
Seller
1
Good Morning! Welcome to the auction- here for any questions. I plan on getting her up on a lift shortly and will post underside photos in the next few days. When the car was being serviced this summer I had a look underneath and she's really in great shape- nothing notable/leaking/rust underneath and will get detailed photos up in the gallery. Happy bidding!
October 3rd, 2023 at 1:35pm EST

$3,600 bid placed by @Sratner

October 3rd, 2023 at 1:15pm EST

$2,000 bid placed by @shakedownst

Quick Facts

Location:

Demarest, NJ
  • Auction lot: 2096
  • Seller: Merc2000
  • VIN: WDBBA45A3BB005827
  • Chassis: R107
  • Odometer: 64,958
  • Title Status: Clean Montana
  • Exterior color: Blue Green Metallic (877)
  • Interior color: Palomino Leather (234)
  • Drivetrain: RWD
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Seller: Private
  • 3.8-Liter M116 V8
  • Paint-Matched Hardtop
  • Automatic Climate Control
  • Central Locking
  • Cruise Control
  • Becker Radio
  • Recent Maintenance
  • Clean Carfax Report

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