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1971 Mercedes 280sl , Blue On Blue, Hard Top And Soft Top, A/c, Nardi Wheel on 2040-cars

Year:1971 Mileage:79928
Location:

Spring, Texas, United States

Spring, Texas, United States

 FS: 1971 280SL, Blue hardtop, Blue soft top. According to Data card, the hard top was originally white. USA version, automatic, A/C, Nardi steering wheel.

Car shows 79928 miles, I've owned the car for 5 years, bought from previous owner that had it since 1992. I do drive the car to shows and on nice days, so mileage may differ.

When I purchased the car, it had been sitting for a long time, since, I did a tune up, changed all fluids, new battery, new brake job, replaced the head gasket, replaced the tach sensor. Car runs great.

From looking at the car, and it looks good in person as well as pictures, there is a few bubbles under the paint on the boot, a chip on the drivers door, chip on the hood, as well as it appears that there is a portion of the hood separating from the fiberglass bottom. A few spot welds would fix that issue.
It also appears that at one time it was hit in the front, by looking at the welds under the front end, but there is no issue on the frame and the car drives straight. Only reason I mention is because I got underneath and want to be honest as much as I can and know.

The guy that I bought the car had it painted , etc and lost the data plate and the door VIN tag. I have all the info from Mercedes as for options and the title matches the VIN number stamped on the inner wheel frame.

It has an aftermarket radio, the Becker radio is available here on eBay all the time. The headliner is worn and most of the original wood grain has lost it's color, but it's original.

One of the release handles for the hard top is half broken off ( you can still remove top), new handle I found here for around $135. May be replacing soon. The VDO clock, doesn't appear to be working, but it could just be the connection.

If you wanted to strip and reaping the car, it would be easy because the body is straight and you would end up with a $60000 car.

These cars are very collectible and going up in price! I've posted as many pictures as possible and a link to more photos. If you have any questions, I will try to answer as best as I know.

Car s as-is, no warranty. Great fun car to drive.


Buyer responsible for shipping. Serious buyers please.

A $2000 deposit due within 48 hours, remainder due in cash, wire transfer only. Car won't be released till all cash is paid.

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