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E320 Cabriolet

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1995 Mercedes Benz E320 Cabriolet – Price – SOLD

VIN ID # WDBEA66E8SC275088

Production Date: 07/95

Exterior Color: Black (DB-040)

Interior Color: Cream Beige Leather

Soft Top: Black (original issue)

Mileage: 62,400 (original fully documented)

Originally purchased at Mercedes Benz-Manhattan New York. Last 2 ownership hands have resided in South Carolina and Southern California. Driven sparingly as a vacation or weekend car. These 124 Cabriolets were produced in low numbers and are getting harder to find especially in this condition with full documentation from new. The dark over light color scheme contrast gives it an elegant looking advantage.

Beautiful black exterior paint shines deep and looks beautiful. All body panels line up straight and even.

The interior looks very well preserved and has a nice Mercedes original leather scent still present. There are no rips, tears or damage on the plush upholstery and patina age looks natural. The driver’s seat bottom does show some light wear due to more frequent use than other seats. There are no cracks or sun damage on the original dashboard. Instrument cluster shows bright orange gauges without sun fade. Wood highlights have aged well still showing excellent color. The last owner purchased Coco brand mats and they match beautifully with the natural beige carpet.

Truly a superb vehicle to drive, this highly engineered MB Cabriolet drives excellent as one would expect at just over 60,000 miles. Wonderful acceleration, strong torque, and crisp shift quality. It steers tight and tracks straight down the highway. The suspension feels supple and tight. This one is special.

The power top goes up and down without issue. The fabric top looks nice and shows very nice condition. The interior liner, while matching the interior color, is in fine shape.

AC blows very cold and correctly on all fan speeds.

Clean Car Fax available for review documenting service history, ownership locations and mileage increments. It is currently under California registration.

There are multiple service history invoices in a 3 ring binder that were passed along. Excellent records and deep service history document the car back to new purchase.

Still retains the Mercedes factory radio with Alpine multi-disc changer located in the trunk and both are fully operational.

Factory MB alloy polished 15 inch 8 hole wheels wearing Michelin tires.

Comes with factory wind deflector and the matching set of Lloyd floor mats. Original tool roll, full jack and spare tire are equipped.

Full books and manuals with service history. 2 original key fobs.

450SL

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1980 Mercedes Benz 450SL – Price – SOLD

VIN ID # WDB10704412063333

Production Date: 04/80

Exterior Color: Thistle Green (DB-881)

Interior Color: Cream (235)

Soft Top: Brown (German GAHH) in nice quality condition.

Mileage: 148,900 (fully documented from new)

Sold new in Carlsbad, CA. by Hoehn Motors-Mercedes Benz. Final model year USA 450SL Just arrived in this rare color scheme, Thistle Green over Cream. Beautiful looks and extensive service history. We have a 3 ring folder full of records, spanning 4 decades back to new purchase in 1980, that has been preserved through prior ownership.

Paint shows bright shine and luster. A good quality respray was conducted by prior ownership in the factory color. A nice alternative to your typical colors, Thistle Green is impressive to the eye.

All orignal MB glass. The brightwork shows well with a few close up nicks.

A cream interior is an excellent contrast inside the cabin. We installed new OEM replacement MB-Tex seats in matching cream (235). Additionally, we had the seats fully refurbished including rebuilt springs and new padding. The original dash-pad shows no damage. The wood still has nice deep color and presents well. Door cards look to be in excellent condition. The matching lighter cream stock carpet shows well.

The original Becker AM/FM radio with cassette player is currently not working. We will try and source the issue.

The AC is not currently operating and will be checked further.

The brown soft top was replaced according to records in 2001. The canvas shows very well as it appears to have been sparsely used.

Still wearing the factory issued 14 inch Bundt style alloy wheels in nice condition. Newer correctly sized BF Goodrich tires showing negligible wear.

Tidy trunk area, light color original carpet is good. Spare tire well storage area is very clean.

Full Handbooks, data card and build sheet. 2 original keys including valet key.

Spare tire, tool roll, jack, tire iron and convertible tools all present.

380SL

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1985 Mercedes Benz 380SL – Price – SOLD

VIN ID# WDBBA45D2FA030787

Production Date: 05/85

Mileage: 63,900 (documented)

Exterior: Cabernet Red Metallic (DB-587)

Interior: Palomino Leather (original)

Soft Top: Brown (original Mercedes issue)

Clean Car Fax available for review (shows multiple entries with dates, mileage, emissions and services).

California ownership from new through 2010.

Upgraded option ordered on this 1985 later model included SRS driver airbag. For the last 5 years the vehicle was owned by an Airforce serviceman and was primarily garaged while he travelled on various tours.

Beautiful deep lustrous paint. Excellent chrome and all original MB glass.

Perfect original dash pad. Interior shows gorgeous original time capsule condition reflecting a garaged vehicle. Both original issue Palomino leather seats show correct patina and color without separation, sag or harsh use. Door cards look like new condition and show virtually no wear. Hardtop headliner is perfect like new. Burl wood is overall in very nice shape. Carpet is beautiful. Double vanity mirror visors are perfect showing no use or color fade. A JVC head unit was installed with speakers wired in the rear area by previous ownership.

The soft top is the original Mercedes polyglas issue and shows like new condition as it was never used with a minor tear at rear window seam.

Engine runs impressively well. The drive quality and handling are superb on this low mileage well kept SL. Nice shift quality, excellent acceleration, powerful torque and tight steering.

AC blows cold air on correct fan speeds even in high temperature conditions.

The underside is consistent with a west coast owned vehicle showing very clean with zero corrosion.

Deep red seatbelt fasteners. Intrument cluster shows no sun or light damage.

Factory 14 inch alloy wheels in excellent condition over Michelin tires with good tread.

Engine bay is extremely tidy and clean with factory anodized gold metal still strong and bright. Rubber parts and hoses still remain firm and flexible not dried and aged.

Trunk shows new looking carpet in top condition.

Original Huff key. Factory tool roll, jack, unused spare with hang tag still present.

Completed stringent California emissions test.

Original factory build sheet.

280SL

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1984 Mercedes 280SL – Price – SOLD

VIN ID # WDB1070421A007078

Production Date: 01/84

Mileage: 72,500 (with documentation)

Exterior Color: Lapis Blue (DB-932)

Interior Color: Cream Beige leather

Soft Top: Blue

We have a clean Car Fax available for review.

Originally imported by first ownership from Germany into Georgia, USA in 1985 with the most recent ownership in San Antonio, Texas and Southern California. This 280SL 107 was originally designated to the Saarbruecken branch in Germany. Produced in far less numbers than other 107 models the 280SL topped out production at approximately 25,000 units between the 1974 and 1985.

Original dash pad shows minor wear. Under previous ownership, the following interior items were refurbished: Brand new period correct carpet throughout entire cabin in off white color. New Lloyd floor mats. Brand new cream beige leather seats. Rear factory kinder seat was removed and that surface area was re-carpeted. The kinder seat was not kept. Upon our acquisition the shift consul burl wood was completely and professionally restored to its deep cherry original color by highly reputable Madera Concepts in California.

The body is very straight and shows proper fitment and panel alignment throughout. Paint shines nice and shows good even color.

The blue German canvas soft top is in good shape without tears or rips and shows bright color.

AC has been converted to 134 system and is fully recharged blowing cold air at proper fan speeds. There is a Kenwood head unit with AM/FM HD radio, USB, Blue tooth, cell phone connectivity and a few other modern options. It is hooked up through the front speakers and audio is correct with factory set up.

Delightful high revving 110 inline 6 cylinder motor that was not available in the USA. 4 speed automatic gearbox. It is highly desirable to pilot if you are not familiar and positively changes the handling and feel due to less weight load. It translates to an extremely nimble performing drive quality. Firm power steering without play. Very responsive throttle, solid driveline and straight full power at all speeds. The gearbox shifts crisp through all gears.

Fitted with correctly sized factory recco’d 195/70/14 tires. There are 4 color matched Mercedes steel disc wheels that give a vintage early 107SL look.

Original Huff key, partial books and manuals, tool roll spare tire and jack.

Please note***The vehicle is not for sale for California private resident purchase. California dealerships and CA businesses with out of state offices are ok. Out of state and international buyers are welcome!

560SL

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1987 Mercedes Benz 560SL – Price – SOLD

VIN ID # WDBBA48D1HA074617 // Production Date: 08/87

Exterior: Black (DB-040)

Interior: Palomino Leather

Mileage: 103,270 (documented)

Soft Top: Black (original factory issue)

Interior is well preserved and presents quite well as the palomino leather, door cards, carpet, hard-top headliner and trim look great. The original dash pad shows very good condition. Gauges and switch gear all working properly. Very nice clean palomino leather upholstery showing a few deeper creases. Nice leather patina.

The Black (DB-040) paint has deep shine and luster. All surfaces are silky smooth without oxidation or clear coat fade. All body panel fitment is straight and even. Every factory VIN body tag is matching and still in place. Trunk bolts are untouched.

Black soft top is original factory issue Rhenoglas showing minor shearing on rear window creases and small tear on top.

AC blows cold air correctly on all fan speeds.

Excellent drive quality. Gear box shifts crisp and even. Behaves well on the road, tight steering tracks straight and throttle is very responsive.

Clean Car Fax available for review documenting previous services, dates, miles etc.

Continental correctly sized tires have good tread but show age. Factory 15 inch alloy gullideckel wheels in very good condition. Trunk is spotless with extremely clean carpet. All rubber, seals, the battery case and spare tire well are extremely tidy.

2 keys including valet key. Full handbooks, MB service booklet with services documented consistently throughout ownership from new. Unused original factory spare wheel with hang tag. Comes with tool roll, jack and tire iron.

Previous ownership had oil and filter service done in 2018. We did a service upon acquisition for new ownership. Those details are available for review.

BMW 325i Cabriolet

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1992 BMW 325I Cabriolet – Price – $11,990 SOLD

VIN ID # WBABB2317NEC28610 // Production Date: 12/91

Exterior Color: Laguna Green Metallic (266)

Interior: Natural Beige leather

Mileage: 105,320 (documented)

Soft Top: Black

Still wearing it’s gorgeous original factory paint showing deep, lustrous shine.

Natural beige factory leather seats do show a few small tears and use. Nice clean original beige carpet throughout. Door cards are clean and firm.

Original dashboard showing no cracks or sun damage. Original BMW stock radio. A few optioned items ordered from dealer when new – Upgraded BMW alloy wheels and heated front seats option. Recently installed brand new matching 4 correctly sized tires.

All power windows. Late model E30 cabriolet equipped with factory power top. AC blows cold air correctly on all fan speeds.

Clean Car Fax available for review.

Oil & filter service recently completed. Upon our acquisition the following items were addressed: All new steering gear assembly, power steering pump, hoses, fluid flush and replace new, and strut mounts. A full timing belt and water pump replacement service completed along with all new drive belts. All service records are available for review.

Good drive quality consistent with hi rev peppy I6 BMW 2.5L motor. 4 speed automatic transmission from the rear wheel drives with crisp shift quality through all gears. Nice idle. Agile and responsive motor.

Every original matching VIN tag still affixed to all body panels.

Tidy engine bay and very clean trunk including BMW tool kit, original spare and jack. Clean undercarriage.

2 factory key fobs. Full handbooks and manuals. BMW service dealer booklet with stamps including mileage, dates and service detail. Good records with dates, miles and details of services have been saved by prior ownership.

500SEL

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1983 Mercedes Benz 500SEL European Model (NON-USA import)

PRICE – SOLD

VIN ID# WDB12603712035798

Production Date: 08/12/83

Exterior Color: Lapis Blue (DB-932)

Interior Color: Cream Beige Leather (original)

Mileage: 33,255 (fully documented)

Same family ownership since 1985 (documented with service records). Imported to USA via New York. Purchased on 1/28/85 through U.S. Auto Imports & Exports, INC. Still retain orig bill of sale. It was purchased as a gift by a private business owner for his wife. We have a clean Car Fax available for review.

This European version 126 Sedan still retains it’s original bumpers as intended from the factory. The sunroof works properly.

The paint shows beautiful strong color and shine. Very little outside light has exposed the vehicle as it was a third car driven sparsely. Body panels all have proper fitment and spacing. Upon close up inspection there are some scratches to note on trunk and hood.

Original dashpad is perfect. Driver side factory supplied fire-extinguisher. Carpet shows incredibly well for being original. AC system is still original R-12. We just had it serviced and it blows ice cold correctly on all fan speeds. There are 4 matching blue floor mats in really nice condition. Wood trim has seen no fading but does have a few light cracks from age. Original Becker radio works great, nice sound and the original Hirschman antennae goes up and down with proper operation. Original First Aid-Kit in rear window area untouched. All door trim is nearly perfect. Electric seats all operate as they should.

Interior cream-beige original leather upholstery has been incredibly well preserved. The front seats were covered with sheep skins that are still retained and in good condition. The leather throughout the interior is soft to touch with perfect patina. There are no cracks, splitting or damage anywhere. On the headliner you will not find any stains, marks or damage. All interior lights and switches work as they should.

Original 14 inch bundt factory alloys in good condition. Just replaced all 4 tires with brand new correctly sized Hankook tires.

The vehicle was serviced prior to our acquisition by the seller and then upon delivery a mechanical inspection and service was completed.

Original, spare, jack and tool roll are all present. 2 Original key fob masters with red button. Trunk is spotless and the carpet is like new. Most of the books and manuals have been retained. The MB service booklet starts off with documentation at Mercedes Benz in Manhattan, New York – 1985. All service records from previous ownership have been retained. Excellent documentation with service details, dates and mileage are all available for review.

Herman Frentzel

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I had an excellent experience recently buying my ’93 300CE Mercedes Benz from Jeremy. I was buying from overseas and didn’t have a chance to personally see the the car before I  picked it up in Los Angeles when I arrived. Not only did they handle all the registration and California DMV paperwork but also and most importantly, the car was accurately and fairly represented by Jeremy. I would definitely recommend SL Auto Gallery. Herman – Saudi Arabia

325i Cabriolet

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1989 BMW 325i Cabriolet – Price – SOLD

VIN ID # WBABB1305KEC00429

Production Date: 02/89

Mileage: 154,750 (documented throughout previous ownership records)

5 Speed manual transmission

Exterior Color: Alpine White

Interior: Blue

Soft Top: Blue / recent replacement in excellent condition.

Nice glossy paint shows original depth and thickness all around. A few minor impressions can be found upon close inspection.

The blue upholstery is in good condition without cracks or tears. A dashboard cover lays over the top due to age. All switchgear works properly. A Pioneer head unit was installed previously to replace the original radio.

Deep service history / 3 ring binder full of service receipts and vehicle history. Impressive documentation has been kept and passed along from prior ownership that includes services performed, dates and mileage increments.

3 recent service highlights completed since 2018 include the following items: New timing belt, water pump, rear shocks, rear struts, mounts, front struts inserts, upper mounts, new front and rear springs and wheel bearings. The oil and filter service was also done.

All vin tag factory stamping present on body panels.

Clean Car Fax available for review.

Original nice condition bottle cap 14 inch factory alloy wheels. Tires have very good tread.

An excellent driving manual E30 with many recent upgrades and services turn key ready for new ownership.

Complete original factory BMW tool kit supplied in trunk.

Original owner’s manual, original spare wheel and jack. Master and spare key plus an upgraded keyless entry with a full security alarm fob system.

450SL

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1980 Mercedes 450SL – SOLD

VIN ID # WDBBA44A7AB066131

Production Date: 09/80

Mileage: 68,800

Soft Top: Brown, in excellent condition. Replaced within last few years. Has always lived inside and tucked away.

Color Exterior: Champagne (DB-473)

Color Interior: Palomino MB Tex

One of the last 450SL’s produced in the final month of USA production, September of 1980. Lived a charmed life in Oregon and Seattle as a weekend extra car always garaged. Upon acquisition from an estate the books, manuals and service history could not be located according to the care taker.

Paint shines nice, brightwork is good, body panels line up even with proper fitment and glass is all original MB.

Original MB Tex palomino seats show light wear. Good carpet throughout. Dashpad is perfect. Hard top headliner is excellent. Middle consul zebrano style wood still shows deep color and minor use.

Nice sounding original AM/FM Becker factory issue head unit with cassette player. Antennae goes up and down properly with on/off power and manual switch operation. Heat works good, AC is not operational.

Motor fires right up, runs smooth and quiet. 3 speed automatic shift quality is crisp and even. An enjoyable cruiser at all speeds. A superb quiet driver consistent with the 1980 450 model. Tight suspension and steering.

Minor blemishes from age and use will be found upon close inspection.

Tidy engine bay. Trunk carpet is really nice / spare tire well area is extra clean. Undercarriage on this 450SL is super clean still showing factory cosmoline and markings.

Very clean, dry west coast car believed to be 2 owner history that’s always been garaged.

Factory 14 inch bundt wheels all have been completely restored. Correctly sized tires show good tread.

2 original keys including valet key.

Original factory spare wheel unused.

Just serviced for new ownership.