1978 Mercedes 450sl Rare Red With Black Int, No Reserve, Like Porsche, Jaguar Vw on 2040-cars
Scotts Valley, California, United States
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The Mercedes-Benz SL name has always represented a high level of style and sophistication. Based on my knowledge, the SL family starting around 1972 existed with minimal changes until 1989. Offered for your consideration is this 1978 Mercedes 450SL Roadster at No Reserve, High Bidder Wins! This car was so ahead of its time being a 1978. The car has 184,299 miles showing; however I can't verify the accuracy as I have never driven the car to see if the speedometer is working. This is a very rare car as most enthusiasts know most came from the factory Red over Tan and this one was special ordered Red over Black interior! This, in my opinion, is by far the most stunning color combination known to exist. While this car is considered a project, it has TONS of upside potential. This car was owned by a nice lady who recently sold us the car. I brought the car home and the wife said "no" so it has to go. Realistically speaking, I don't have the time, or garage to properly take care of it. The red was resprayed many years ago and it has various stages of patina, paint chips, scratches, minor rust bubbles, indentations, etc. The chrome all shines brilliantly for being original and 36 years young. The last time the car was driven was approximately a year ago where it completed a 50 mile trip by the previous owner, I was told it ran good and shifted properly (at that time) It has a 1 year old battery, yesterday I fully charged the battery and it started right up. The engine sounded good, it smelled of old gas and wouldn't rev up like it should. I suspect a clogged fuel filter or maybe fuel injectors. As for now, it's being sold as a project car. I'm not sure the mechanical status as I'm not a mechanic and never had a mechanic inspect the car so it's being sold as is where is and the buyer takes all responsibly for smogging the vehicle etc. I have the original hardtop that goes with the car as well, as seen in the pictures. The interior is in decent shape for its age, a minor split on the dash and some wear on the driver's seat. Door panels look nice, looks like the original radio was removed at one point as shown in the pictures with some exposed radio wires. I'm no expert so I took many pictures to show the overall condition of the car. I feel this is a perfect start for the next lucky owner to take to the next level. I have no idea the value on these cars so I'm selling the car as is with NO RESERVE and the high bidder WINS. World wide shipping is available. Look forward to assisting the new buyers in a smooth transaction. We have a Clear California title and can assist with overseas buyers. Thanks and good luck.
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