Highly coveted black over black C126 SEC. Dual option electric sunroof and front seat heat option. Rear window electric shade option.
Majorly serviced with a surplus of documentation detailing it’s pride of ownership. Every category has been covered over the past 3 years getting this vehicle fully sorted to a high standard.
Exceptional drive quality as one would expect. Clean crisp shift quality. Excellent acceleration on throttle. Zero delays or hesitations. All steering has been completely sorted and the braking is outstanding.
AC system was converted to 134 and blows cold air at correct speeds.
All original MB glass. Nice chrome.
15 inch stock MB alloy wheels were re-conditioned to like new. A brand new set of Michelin correctly sized tires were purchased by prior ownership.
Full handbooks and manuals. Comes with jack, spare and tool roll.
Highly sought after true 350SL 107 German delivered (Non-USA) model featuring the 3.5L 116 higher compression motor. Still retains all original European features including rear kinder fold down seats, factory bumpers, flush-square headlamps and original side marker functioning blinkers.
Long term ownership by elderly lady in the Pacific Northwest. A garaged vehicle.
A sizable service was completed in May 2017.
Upon our acquisition the following items have been addressed: Gearbox reseal, power steering pump reseal and new valve cover gaskets installed. Additionally an oil leak has been addressed.
The original dash pad shows no cracks or damage. Excellent condition black MB Tex vinyl seats showing no tears, rips or damage. Nice black loop carpet throughout. Very clean cabin in well preserved condition.
A few options on this Non-USA example include hand crank windows and no Air Conditioner.
Yellow paint shows bright shine and luster smooth to touch. It’s evident a decent re-spray was completed in the original factory color. A few minor blemishes can be found upon close inspection. Wonderful period correct color with handsome Euro features. All original MB sekurit glass around.
Matching 14 inch Ronal (German) bundt style alloy wheels.
Some recent documentation. Partial books/manuals. Full tool roll, convertible tools, spare, and jack.
Original German delivery NON-USA 280SL 107. Same ownership since 1985 when vehicle was imported from Germany to USA. All importation was done by Prestige Imports in Southern California. Original bill of sale and supplemental paperwork, notarized docs and escrow documents on hand. This vehicle has always been garaged as evidenced by exterior and interior condition.
Clean Car Fax available for review. Currently on Arizona actual mileage title with classic registration through 2022.
Original dash-pad in perfect condition. Excellent carpet and door cards. Upholstery is original MB leather in wonderful preserved condition soft to touch and supple all around. Zebrano wood shows no fading or cracking. Factory equipped rear kinder-seat. Comes with matching hardtop. Rare dual front seat heat.
Retains original German spec factory slim bumpers. Headlamps were switched to USA version upon federalization with added lower USA D.O.T. blinkers.
Desirable 110 inline 6 motor. Equipped with 4 speed automatic transmission and 1st gear start.
Order Location: Nuernberg Branch. MB Data Card Information // Order Number 0-227 66360. The vehicle was ordered and equipped with the following option codes:
(420) Automatic Transmission, floor shift / (440) Tempomat cruise control / (466) Central locking mechanism / (470) Anti-lock braking system ABS / (502) Outside rear view mirror, on the right side / (535) Interference suppression less radio set and automatic antennae / (565) Rear seats used on SL Models / (570) Folding Armrest, front / (583) Electric window lifters (front doors) / (590) Heat-insulating glass, All Around, heated rear window pane (laminated glass) / (600) Headlamp Wiper/Washer / (640) 15-Hole Light Alloy Rims / (682) Fire Extinguisher / (740) Black Soft Top Fabric 9001 / (850) Trial UT, Type Test/Certification / (870) Electric Seat Heater for left front seat / (871) Electric Seat Heater for right front seat.
Just serviced upon our acquisition.
Original spare tire, jack, convertible tools and multiple key fobs. All service history from prior long term ownership.
Purchased new at Gregg Motors Mercedes-Benz Santa Barbara and stayed local with single family ownership until our recent acquisition from their estate. A garaged California gem in beautiful condition. The owner was an engineer who took care of this wonderful 300SE model with meticulous care. Hard to find these 126 sedans in this well preserved condition. Still wearing the original California issue license plates.
We have a clean Carfax as well as a clean AutoCheck by Experian Report. Both documents detail multiple entries including dates, services, emissions inspections and mileage markers from new.
Paint shows shows glossy and shines bright. The Arctic White paint is largely original. All original matching factory vin tags untouched on every body panel.
Perfect original dash-pad. The interior shows negligible wear and has been incredibly well preserved. The original grey leather is still soft to touch without damage, tears or rips. The rear seat shows virtually no usage. Carpet shows excellent throughout cabin. Zebrano wood console and dash trim, door trim all around look excellent still showing deep color and hi-gloss. Headliner is perfect. Rear area behind back seat shows zero wear or sun fade. Untouched original First Aid-Kit still in original bag in rear compartment. Multi-direction power seat adjust front seats all working. Visors show little use with vanity mirror flip/light switch that activates immediately.
All gauges working properly. Instrument cluster needles still show of bright orange color. Original Becker Grand Prix with Cassette player works great and has incredible factory sound system set-up.
Incredible drive quality on this sedan with the M103 hi-revving inline six cylinder motor. The meticulous care it received through the years is quite rewarding for the driver on this lighter SE model. Steady yet strong acceleration, good sensitive braking, excellent shift quality at correct ratios, tight steering and a suspension that feels very supple and comfortable on this highly engineered vehicle. An absolute pleasure to drive at highway speeds or cruising city streets.
Engine bay is extremely tidy. Impressively clean undercarriage as one would expect for a garaged vehicle kept in ideal California climate. Original MB exhaust heat shield shows no corrosion. Factory paint markings still visible as well as factory applied cosmoline. There are no leaks to note. Undercarriage pics available on request.
Upon our acquisition we had all (4) factory 15 inch alloy wheels reconditioned to like new They wear Bridgestone tires with good rubber and tread.
Upon acquisition we serviced the AC that has already been converted to 134 freon. Air blows cold on both fan speeds correctly.
Electric sunroof with multi-directional adjust.
Full handbooks with vehicle from new purchase all present. Original spare with hang tag, jack and complete MB tool roll. Multiple factory key fobs.
Exterior Color / LACKNR: LY7U = Stone Grey Metallic
Interior Color: VN = Black Partial Leather
Mileage: 11,900 (original documented)
Manual 5-Speed
A Porsche collector grade vehicle for the discerning buyer.
A Pre-Purchase Inspection was performed by Porsche Authorized Dealership prior to our acquisition and is available for review.
Original ownership for first 30 years.
Absolutely perfect looking time capsule interior. Flawless original dash-pad. Leather wrapped steering wheel shows excellent condition. All gauges working with bright red needles. Leather front seats have negligible use. Driver seat is optioned with power and heat. Power sunroof functions properly. The carpets, rear seat, door panels, roof liner and hatch area are like new.
Paint shows strong deep shine and luster. Exceedingly low-mileage vehicle. Original issue Dunlop tires included with sale.
A brand new hood pad was installed. Spotless engine bay. Original clips still fastened and unbroken. Various plastic parts never touched. Rear hatch area shows close to no use. Undercarriage still shows bright factory paint on bolt surfaces untouched.
Clean Car Fax. Clean Auto Check by Experian. Available for review.
Original Porsche glass all around.
Original Blaupunkt Reno stereo functions as designed. Optioned with central locking, no airbag and rear window wiper.
Original stock floor mats that came with the vehicle included. A complete set of Lloyd’s Porsche licensed floor mats were recently purchased.
Drive quality is superb as Porsche engineering intended.
Recently completed 10,000 mile service at Porsche authorized dealership. Documentation available.
Perfect condition phone dial wheels. Brand new hi-performance tires installed by prior ownership.
Air Compressor kit, original spare wheel, tool roll and perfect condition sunroof bag are all included.
Mileage: 57,590 (original) documented with records from new.
Final model year 450SL. Recent acquisition from original owner’s wife. He was an oil executive with multiple residences in the USA.
All original glass and chrome in excellent condition. Original dash pad is free of cracks and shows perfect condition. Zebrano wood shows nice glossy finish with darker color center consul and trim on dashboard. Original Becker Mexico AM/FM Cassette in good working condition. Hirschman Antennae goes up and down without issue. A kinder rear seat was installed in matching grey color with 2 safety belts. Most rest of world cars were optioned with this set up.
Excellent drive quality as one would anticipate Mercedes engineering to feel at this lower mileage. The vehicle has impressive acceleration at all speeds, good steering, excellent shift quality and a firm suspension. It just feels correct and well maintained.
The blue original factory soft top is in very good shape. Comes with matching hard top in excellent condition with like new looking interior headliner, excellent chrome and MB glass.
Factory alloy 14 inch bundt wheels in nice condition wear an older set of Michelin tires with plenty of tread.
Recent oil and filter service.
Ice cold AC that’s already been converted to 134 freon. Blows properly on both fan speeds.
Full undercarriage and engine bay deep cleaning just completed.
Complete set of original issue hand-books and manuals. MB Service booklet with stamps for vehicle service history showing dates / mileage, factory build sheet etc. 2 original key fobs.
Highly documented from new purchase via The Mercedes European Delivery Program. Incredible time capsule period correct interior. Perfect original dashpad and excellent carpet condition.
Excellent original coco brown MB-Tex upholstery that has been incredibly well preserved. Headliner is perfect. Electric sunroof. Power windows. Original Becker radio in good working condition. Like new carpet throughout.
Engine bay is super clean and the trunk is as tidy as they come.
Brand new front windscreen just installed including new gasket.
No corrosion or rust anywhere. Rare Silver Green paint has faded on most of the vehicle. Body is straight and clean.
Seriously deep service history. New gearshift bushings and fresh oil and filter service completed. AC engages and blows but no cold air. Evidently it has been converted to 134.
A high revving inline 6 cylinder bullet proof 110 motor. Excellent drive quality. Tracks as straight as an arrow down the road. Mercedes engineering at it’s finest. This 116 Mercedes is a testament of how great these cars can be with excellent service history when driven over multiple decades.
4 new matching tires were installed by previous ownership over the 14 inch non-chrome bundt wheels.
Original spare tire, jack etc. 2 key fobs. Complete hand books, MB service booklet is filled up documenting miles and work done. Several service invoices completing it’s life time of excellent service history.
A Stunning low mileage example late model 560SL in a handsome color scheme, Astral Silver over blue leather with a blue soft top. Having always been garaged kept and and lovingly cared for this beautiful SL107 truly is in collector grade condition.
Paint is soft to touch showing deep, strong lustrous shine. All body panels line up even and correctly. Every body panel still retains its original matching VIN tag stamp.
Clean Car Fax documenting entire history since new purchase.
A recent major service was completed by previous ownership in excess of $4,600.00 addressing multiple items of regular and preventative maintenance. Invoice available for review. Additionally the vehicle comes with multiple service invoices showing work completed, dates and mileage.
Perfect original dashpad in matching blue color. Factory leather seats still retain the natural soft to touch feel with correct patina. Beautiful matching door cards in excellent condition. Spotless carpet throughout the cabin.
Drive quality is exceptional as Mercedes intended.
The original alloy gullideckel 15 inch wheels are in excellent condition and wrapped over brand new correctly sized Michelin tires showing less than 50 miles.
Equipped with its original Polyglas/wopavin German blue soft top showing like new condition having been up only a handful of times. Spotless soft top compartment.
An Alpine head unit with remote and multi-CD changer mounted in trunk capable of multiple media player options was installed previously.
Undisturbed trunk bolts. Original factory hand date stamping on trunk seal.
A complete set of handbooks including the MB service booklet with stamps and service history. Original convertible tools, first hand owner personalized metal data plate, spare tire (never used), jack and tool roll (still in original plastic bag) and 4 key fobs including masters and valet key.
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.
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.
