1976 Mercedes-Benz 280SL

The Mercedes-Benz SL series started out as the top of the line sports luxury tourer that offered both performance and comfort. The third generation SL was called the R107 chassis and is one of the most recognizable Mercedes of all time. Produced from 1971 all the way to 1989, the R107 lived a long and cherished life. The United States was an extremely popular market for the personal luxury coupe and almost ⅔ of all SL's were sold here. While US market cars were held to specific emissions standards, Euro market cars were free to be the best they could possibly be.

GR Auto Gallery is pleased to present this stunning restored, Euro market 280SL for your consideration. This 1976 example is powered by a 2.8L straight six with 182hp, which was even more than the US market V8 380 model. This car was treated to a complete restoration and was repainted in its original shade of Astral Silver. As to be expected of a restored car, the cosmetics of this car are superb. The exterior is close to perfect and features 14in “Bundt” alloy wheels, slim European front and rear bumpers, lower fog lights with custom covers, power antenna, and bright exhaust finisher. The interior is likewise very nice and features a crack free dashboard, original instrumentation, Euro dual zone climate control, aftermarket Kenwood stereo, and wood delete trim. The seats are finished in black leather and feature vestigial rear seats as well.

Having been with the current owner for the last five years, this car went through a comprehensive restoration and has tons of photos and receipts accompanying the sale. This SL is an excellent driver and has been finished very well. It even has the original full size spare and jack in the trunk! You won't be disappointed by this stunning silver star!

To see over 80 photos of this car, including undercarriage please visit our website www.grautogallery.com