Author: slautogallery

280CE

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1983 Mercedes 280CE Euro Import – Price – SOLD

VIN ID# WDB12305312027464

Production Date: 01/83

Mileage: 152,700 (original documented)

Exterior: Petrol Blue-Green (DB-877)

Interior: Cream white cloth/MB Tex

This handsome 2 door coupe was originally delivered new in Germany and later imported correctly into the United States via Elm Creek, North Carolina by Autos European, INC. All DOT and EPA requirements were done upon importation. We acquired the vehicle from a private Mercedes collection that resided in Pueblo, Colorado. The personalized license plates issued by Colorado state wear the name “Benz 83”.

Wartungsheft Personenwagen book with multiple MB authorized dealer service stamps and dates ascending forward from new purchase. Original data card with all vehicle option codes from new.

Original Becker Europa AM/FM Radio with cassette player. Sound is vintage real over the speakers. Factory 2 position sun roof with wind deflector. Pillar-less coupe windows with power front and hand crank rear.

Paint is in very nice original condition that’s been well preserved with a deep gloss shine. Petrol Blue-Green is a beautiful color to look at in all spectrums of light. A color not so frequently seen. Upon close inspection you will find a few minor blemishes that do not detract. The color scheme is outstanding.

Interior is in very original time capsule like condition. Seats wore sheepskins for many years hence the excellent preservation. Door cards and seats have matching factory cloth style interwoven white/cream stitching material. Pleats on seats are excellent and supple. Outside seat linings and head-rests are cream MB Tex material. Original dash pad shows 2 cracks. Wood shows nice gloss color with light wear.

As it arrived from the factory this model retains its european fitted bumpers giving it a sleeker look. Chrome and rubber show good condition.

110 Mercedes legendary I-6 motor. 4 speed automatic transmission. A hi revving peppy spirited balanced driving experience. Starts up on the first turn every time. These cars are incredible.

Clean CarFax

14 inch MB non-chrome factory wheels with newer tires showing good tread.

All books, owners manuals (available in English and German version), European service directory, keys and other paperwork with services in USA and Germany. Original orange triangle, jack, spare and tool roll lay in the trunk.

Just completed new oil and filter change.

560SL

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1987 Mercedes 560SL – Price – SOLD

VIN ID # WDBBA48D2HA063299

Production Date: 01/87

Originally purchased at Hollywood-Mercedes Benz in Southern California.

Mileage: 44,000 (original documented)

Exterior: Signal Red (DB-568)

Interior: Palomino Leather

Soft Top: Brown / original Mercedes Polyglas factory issue

Clean Carfax available for review

Immaculate condition inside and out. Beautiful paint quality with hi gloss shine and deep luster. Interior shows impeccable original leather. A vehicle that has been garaged and stored inside that truly shows in every way. All factory VIN Tags in place on all body panels and bumpers.

Original dash pad is perfect. Original Palomino leather upholstery is in superb condition with excellent patina, soft leather to touch and supple support. Both door cards look new. Carpet is in very nice condition. Burl wood shows deep dark color. Interior hard top headliner in matching color has virtually no wear. All gauges, switches and controls work. The original issue factory soft top is like new and has remained unused for many years folded properly down in the compartment.

An aftermarket Kenwood stereo cassette player was previously installed to replace the Becker unit (which we don’t have). In the trunk 2 additional sound amplifier’s boost the sound plenty with the convertible roof open.

A major service at the cost of more than $6,000.00 was completed in preparation for new ownership. Drive quality is superior on this 44,000 mile 560SL. The motor pulls hard with plenty of torque – Steering is tight and tracks straight – Suspension feels just like it should supple and firm. The AC blows cold air on both fan speeds and was recently serviced. All service records available for review.

The undercarriage, engine bay and trunk are all extremely clean on this lifetime California SL.

Newly refurbished perfect factory non-chrome 15 inch alloy wheels. Brand new correctly sized Firestone tires.

All original factory hand books, manuals, MB service booklet, factory data card with all delivered options, original hang tags, convertible tools, 2 key fobs including red dot master, original tool kit still in factory plastic wrap and original spare goes with the vehicle.


560SEC

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1991 Mercedes Benz 560SEC – Price – $15,250

VIN ID# WDBCA45E2MA582056

Mileage:  147,950 (documented with records)

Exterior:  Black Pearl Metallic (DB-199)

Interior:  Black leather

An original Los Angeles, California purchased final model year 560SEC in the most coveted color scheme, Black Pearl over Black leather.  Sold by W.I. Simonsson, INC. in Santa Monica this SEC had an MSRP of $86,555.00.

We have the original window sticker from new purchase.  A clean Car Fax shows multiple entries, dates and mileage increments through prior ownership.

Option code per window sticker:  199 Black Pearl Metallic, 261 Black leather, 471 ASR Automatic slip control (this was an optional equipment add on worth $1,975.00) and 494 Calif Emission Control Equipment.

The Black pearl paint is very nice all around.  Upon close inspection a few flaws will be discovered to be expected with age.  A few minor scratches are noticeable up close on the trunk deck lid.  All VIN Tag ID’s are in place on every body panel and mach accordingly.

The interior shows very well with nice deep burl wood trim, an original dashboard without any sun damage or cracks, leather with nice patina that is soft and supple and carpet throughout in good condition.  The gauges all work properly and needles show bright orange.  The headliner is clean and does not show wear or sagging.  The original first-aid kit is complete.

These coupes near the end of the SEC run are simply no nonsense elegant muscle car style.  Hit the throttle and accelerate hard off the line with wow factor torque.  The motor pulls strong and hard and the ride quality is very good.  Nice supple suspension and tight steering.  About as good as it gets for Mercedes build quality and engineering.  This young classic certainly has no disappointments.

Engine bay is clean and trunk shows excellent carpet.

Equipped with dual function sunroof.

15 inch light alloy wheels.  Good Pirelli tires.

Complete books and manuals.  Original master key fob, extra key and MB leather case.

Service records available for review.  Just serviced upon our acquisition.

350SL

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1972 Mercedes 350SL – SOLD

VIN ID# 10704412003321

Production Date:  02/72

Mileage:  51,664 (original documented)

Exterior: Grey-Blue (DB-906G)

Interior:  Black MB Tex

Soft Top:  Black

This a USA delivered early 107 Mercedes badged 350SL from new.  The early cars designated for USA had the 4.5L V-8 motor.  In a captivating color scheme, Grey-Blue over Black MB Tex, it shows excellent paint quality and shine.  Repainted in the original color about 10 years ago, it was a very nicely executed job.  Documentation with stamps in the MB service booklet and ancillary service records corroborating mileage.

The interior shows excellent time capsule condition.  Dashboard is original and shows perfect without flaws.  An early instrument cluster panel is clean showing high contrast between orange needles and speedo/rpm gauges.  All switches are easily designated, unworn and work properly.  MB Tex seats show no signs of wear, tearing, cracking or fading.  Both door cards look new.  The carpet is loop style in excellent condition and does not show fading or damage.

According to the previous owner a new black soft top replacement was installed 2 years ago.  The hard top is in excellent condition with a near perfect headliner and all original glass and seals in top shape.

The motor fires up immediately without hesitation.  Driving is effortless with tight steering, responsive acceleration, immediate torque and tight supple suspension feel.  It drives as you would expect a 50,000 mile SL to perform.  A superb example with very low documented miles that’s been well preserved.

Approximately 9,000 miles ago the muffler was replaced along with a new steering damper and 2 new rear shocks were installed.

Original Becker radio works properly.

14 inch non chrome bundt style wheels in excellent condition.  Nice tires show good tread.

Original early 107 slim fit bumpers.

All original books, manuals, convertible tools, spare tire, jack, original key and service history accompany the vehicle.

Serviced upon our acquisition with records available for review.

300SE

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1990 Mercedes Benz 300SE – SOLD

VIN ID# WDBCA24D5LA537141

Mileage:  59,000 (original documented)

Color:  Pearl Black (DB-199)

Interior:  Grey Leather

This California original exquisite 4 door sedan is in excellent condition.  It was purchased new and delivered on 4/15/90 at Downtown LA – Mercedes Benz to a local couple from Palos Verdes Estates.  Ownership is exclusive to Southern California since new.

The vehicle wears its original factory paint.  Upon close inspection there are a few blemishes that can be seen.  All original body vin tags in place.

An original interior so well preserved it looks and feels new with correct patina.  Soft leather upholstery, excellent carpets and deep wood finish.

The original dash-pad is in excellent condition.

Original Becker Grand Prix Radio/Cassette in working condition with original audio equipment.  The only addition is an Alpine multi-CD player mounted in trunk.

Equipped with sunroof for 2 position selection.

Superb drive quality as to be expected on a vehicle under 60K original miles.  Excellent shift quality, supple suspension and highly responsive throttle.

Excellent working AC blowing properly on all fan speeds at the correct temperatures.

Recent services for both regular and preventative maintenance completed in 2018.  Original MB service booklet stamps.

Clean Car Fax documenting miles and dates.

Original spare tire and jack.

All original books and manuals, 2 key fobs.

David Oswald

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It was great working with SL Auto Gallery. Jeremy cares about these cars passionately. And since he only has a few at a time, I was delighted that he had the perfect one for me. After a chat on the telephone he invited me to a test drive with a petrol blue R107 built in the month of my birthday.
Jeremy was always swift to respond and helped me, a vintage car expert, through every step of the way. He was also helpful when I requested a neutral mechanic to perform a full check-up at a shop on the west side of LA. And a few days later I was driving off with my dream car.
I can recommend SL Auto Gallery for everybody who is looking to buy an old Mercedes-Benz.  Jeremy sources them with high standards in mind and even though he may only have a handful at any given moment, they are surely cherry picked.  He either already has your dream car or he can surely find it.
Best,
David – Germany

Arend Troost

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It was last December, surfing the net, when I found Sport Leicht Auto Gallery after a few disappointing encounters trying to buy a R107. From the first contact Jeremy was very forthcoming and informative about the 450SL he was selling, going all the way to make me feel comfortable. And after a CFR Rinkens inspection by Yevgen Kaminskyy it appeared that Jeremy had been more than truthful. Also during the whole process of buying this beautiful ‘79 450SL he turned out to be more of an afficiado then a car salesman. He seems to be able to find and pick the cherries from the cake, for my Benz is a 1 owner car, first paint with only very light patina, NO rust whatsoever, and a maintenance history of a 40.000 mile car… Also the contact after buying (after sales) was friendly and helpful, with the feeling of trust. Will do business with Jeremy whenever the occasion rises!!! Many thanks…  Arend – Rotterdam Netherlands

 

300CE Cabriolet

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1993 Mercedes Benz 300CE Cabriolet – SOLD

VIN ID #  WDBEA66E4PB947824

Production Date: 03/93

Exterior Color:  Black (DB-040)

Interior:  Black Leather

Soft Top:  Black (original) automatic

Mileage:  109,490 (with documentation)

Very low production numbers for the first year cabriolet A124 vehicles delivered to the USA.  A tremendously over engineered car with a $75,000.00 price tag when new.

Originally purchased at W.I. Simonson, Inc. Mercedes Benz-Santa Monica, California.  The vehicle has lived in Southern California since new purchase.

Clean Car Fax with multiple entries including mileage and dates from new.  MB Service booklet with numerous dealer services stamped and dated.

Upholstery shows nice condition with correct patina and no cracks, rips or tears.  Black matching carpet in good condition with MB original floor mats.  Excellent door panels show clean well preserved leather.

Original dash-pad in excellent condition free of cracks.  All the original rose-burl wood trim shows deep color.  Original Becker AM/FM Cassette player with Becker multi CD unit in trunk.  Factory Mercedes alarm system.

Automatic top goes up and down with the press of a button.  Exterior top shows no rips, tears or fabric damage.  Soft top inside headliner shows a little age.

AC recently serviced blows at exceptionally cold temperatures on correct fan speeds.  Brand new Bosch battery.

All switch gear in working condition.

Excellent drive quality, tight steering and crisp shift ratios.  Highly responsive throttle.  Handles very well on the road with a steady feel at all speeds.

Original brushed aluminum factory 15″ 8 hole wheels over brand new matching Michelin tires.  Comes with factory wind screen that clamps into rear seat area.

Comes with original issue leather pouch including owner’s operating manual, service booklet, warranty booklet, convertible top instructions, spare tire, jack and MB directory with 4 key fobs.

Vehicle is California Emissions certified and ready for California residents, out of state and international buyers.

450SL

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1977 Mercedes Benz 450SL – SOLD

VIN ID # 10704412042016

Production Date:  08/77

Mileage:  132,700 (original documented)

Exterior Color: Brilliant Red (DB-525G) original factory paint shows deep luster shine

Interior:  Black leather original

Soft top: Black (shows excellent condition)

Original purchase invoice from Stead Motors of Walnut Creek, California.  Purchased on 9/23/77 by the Fucton Company in Antioch, CA.  MB service booklet stamped with dates and mileage increments all the way through.  An original California Mercedes from new.  Still retains first issue period correct California blue plates.

Black leather upholstery shows very good condition and patina with a few minor blemishes.  Original dash-pad is perfect free of cracks and sun damage.  Black loop style carpet is like new.  Hard top headliner is nearly perfect.

AC and Heat blow properly through the correct vents on all fan speeds and temperatures

14 inch chrome bundt cake MB wheels in top condition.  All tires have plenty of tread.

A stunning color scheme that lures especially when the sunshine hits it.  An incredible time capsule well preserved original SL.

Always garaged and it truly shows.  Beautiful chrome work.  Untouched trunk bolts.  All original MB glass.  Seatbelt buttons still bright red.  Extremely clean inside and out.  Very clean undercarriage.

Every original book, manual, data card etc.  Incredible history and documentation from previous prideful owners.  Impressive provenance on this one.  Spent the last 18 years with previous owner prior to acquisition.  All documentation and services available.

All correct key fobs including valet, original spare, jack and convertible tools.

450SL

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1973 450SL – Price – SOLD

VIN ID # 10704412008808

Production Date:  11/72

Factory delivered 2 tone paint

Exterior color:  Silver Green (DB-861H)

Hard top color:  Pine Green (DB-862G)

Interior:  Green

Soft Top:  Black

Mileage:  30,000 (with documentation)

Originally purchased at Lyle Pearson Company Mercedes-Benz Boise, Idaho on 1/22/73.  Dealer service stamps in the MB service booklet include Idaho and California from the 1970s.  Service records in the 1980’s and 1990’s just prior to long term storage. A bare metal full re-spray in the factory correct colors was executed prior to storage.

Original green dash-pad in in excellent condition shows very small crack. Aftermarket Blaupunkt AM/FM Cassette player that still works.

Brand new MB-Tex OEM seat covers were installed and the seat cushions and springs were re-built due to age. Hard top headliner is clean and well preserved.

Same ownership since 1990’s, the vehicle was recently brought out of storage after more than 20 years. A major service was completed upon our acquisition.  Service details available upon request. Complete fuel tank restoration.  This early 107 SL now runs properly, shifts accurate and crisp and behaves well on the open road at all speeds.

Brand new matching set of Uniroyal-Tigerpaw tires in the correct dimensions over bundt cake factory alloy 14 inch wheels in perfect condition.

The open recall for the subframe reinforcement was completed under warranty by Mercedes Benz of Beverly Hills.

Very nice chrome work and original MB glass

Early model 107 SL with slim bumpers

Rare special order 2 tone color scheme.

Comes with the original First-Aid Kit.

All original issue books, manuals, MB Service booklet, factory data card and MB service directory are accounted for.  Comes with original spare, jack, lug nuts, first-aid kit and convertible tools.