1984 Mercedes-Benz 280SL

At the other end of the gray market scale from the 500SL we featured a few days ago sits this car, the 280SL. For most of its lifespan, European customers were able to specify a six cylinder variant of the popular R107 roadster, the first examples having the engine we see here, the twin cam M110 inline-6. This example for sale in Wisconsin has remarkably low mileage and features a few nice options like alloy wheels, heated seats and the rear “kinder” seat.

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Year: 1984
Model: 280SL
Engine: 2.8 liter inline-6
Transmission: 4-speed automatic
Mileage: 10,245 mi
Price: No reserve auction

FACTORY FRESH and ORIGINAL: Only 10,245 Miles! Stock, Straight, Rust-Free, Unmolested, Factory Fresh & Original 1984 Mercedes-Benz 280SL European Model W107. Certified for use in USA: VIN 1070421A009001

W107 is the same body as 380SL, 450SL, 500SL, 560SL

Features:
– Very Low Mileage: Only 10,245 Miles
– European Headlamps
– European Bumpers
– Silver Blue Exterior – DB930
– Dark Blue Soft Top
– Orion Gray Leather Interior
– Special-Order Orthopedic Seats
– Heated Seats
– Factory Dual Rear Seats
– Front Folding Armrest
– Electric Windows
– European Becker Europa Cassette
– Automatic Antenna
– Burl Wood Interior Trim
– European Version Heating & Ventilation Controls
– European-Installed Air Conditioning: R12 Refrigerant
– Automatic Transmission
– Hard Top
– Factory Green-Tinted Glass all Around
– 15-Hole Light Alloy Wheel Rims
– Heated Rear Hard Top Window

This is a RUST-FREE, stock-straight, unmodified, and unmolested extra-ordinarily low-mileage, original vehicle, with some very attractive features, including the desirable European headlamps, trim European bumpers, and special-order orthopedic heated seats. The combination of silver blue exterior, dark blue soft top, and gray leather interior makes this example particularly appealing.

The 2.8 liter M110 double overhead camshaft, fuel-injected engine fitted in the W107 Sport Leicht chassis was not offered in the USA, making it a scarce combination. The 2.8 liter engine produces more-than-respectable acceleration and performance, while delivering improved fuel economy over its V8 counterparts.

The car comes with an interesting back story. It was originally ordered by a well-to-do individual from the Middle East, who ordered seven identical 280SL cars, but in seven different colors, one to drive for each day of the week. Upon delivery of this beautiful silver blue car, the customer rejected it, because the color reminded him too much of a previous wife. An executive from Mercedes then sold the vehicle to a relative in the USA. And so it comes to be that the car nicknamed “Wednesday”, is offered to you today.

This 280SL was imported into the USA in 1985. It was converted to USA DOT safety standards, and was certified by the US DOT on 1 July 1986, and by the EPA on 16 July 1985, as being in conformity with Federal emissions standards. It has been regularly registered and driven sporatically throughout its life. Its storage conditions were very good, as the undercarriage is nice and clean; it’s just what you would expect to see under a 10,245 mile rust-free car. It has spent much time in storage, and comes to you just as it is. On the road, this vehicle feels like a new car.

The air conditioning system was installed in Europe, and still contains R12 refrigerant. We have found small imperfections in the factory-original paintwork. The car has its O.E. tool kit, first aid kit, lifting jack, and emergency warning triangle. Also, there are two spare keys in their OE envelopes, and two Owner’s Manuals – one in English and one in German. Service records, EPA & DOT certification papers, and other supporting documents accompany the vehicle. New tires were installed in 2011.

Please write with any questions you may have. We can also provide more photographs, if desired. Upon your successful bid for this fine machine, a deposit in the amount of $1000.00 will be required within 24 hours. Thank you kindly for your interest.

A few of these 280SLs came equipped with manual gearboxes, but for most, the automatic is the optimal choice for cruising. This particular year for the 280SL is the second to last, as 1986 saw the 3.0 liter inline-6 step in for the final four years of R107 production. With a starting bid of $25,000, I doubt there’s going to be a whole lot of interest, but I’ve never seen a lower mileage 280SL than this one. For someone who isn’t hell bent on a V8 and has to have one of the best when it comes to the R107, there are fewer examples out there that surpass this one in quality.

-Paul