1983 Mercedes-Benz (C107) 380 SLC

1983

22,100 miles

Automatic

Petrol

London

£15,000 – £20,000

Estimate range

Listing Source

Collecting Cars

Auction

Estimate

£15,000 - £20,000

Location

London

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Buyer notes

Under current four-year ownership it received bodywork restoration and a new exhaust.
Accompanied by an extensive selection of maintenance invoices and MOT certificates.
Detailed servicing in 2021 included new front shock absorbers and a replacement battery.

The displayed mileage of 22,100 is not warranted.
Past repairs involved sill fabrication, floor repairs and inner sill work.
Previously damaged by a van while parked, requiring new bumpers and a bonnet respray.

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About the 190

Enhanced Ponton with 1.9L M121 engine producing 75hp. Offered improved performance over the 180 while maintaining Ponton reliability. Popular choice for private owners wanting more capability.

Known Issues to Watch For

Ponton rust affects floor pans, inner fenders, sills, and trunk floor. Chrome trim pitting on bumpers and window surrounds. Fuel injection on SE requires specialist knowledge. Brake system may need upgrading for modern traffic. Electrical systems are 6V on early cars. Engine and transmission mechanicals generally robust with proper maintenance.

Desirable Options

Fuel injection (SE), automatic transmission, Webasto sunroof, leather interior, Becker radio, fog lights, whitewall tires, two-tone paint, chrome wheel trim rings