FOR SALE: 1983 Mercedes-Benz 280SL (R107) LHD

The R107-generation of Mercedes-Benz's SL series was one of the ultimate symbols of success in the '80s, and also came with a healthy dose of celebrity appeal, courtesy of Dallas...

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Year and Make/Model: 1983 Mercedes-Benz 280SL (R107)

Engine: 2.8L inline-6 cylinder petrol

Transmission: 5-speed Automatic

Mileage: 76 056 km

Colour: Red

Location: Cape Town

PRICE: SOLD

Built in record numbers (for a SL generation), the R107 was produced for a staggering 17 years, from 1972 to 1989. A go-to car for the well-heeled, the R107 offered decent performance, luxury and pure class, no matter which of the models you chose.

This particular red example is a left-hand drive 1983 280SL, and has done only 76 000km. It boasts a spotless black leather interior. Power comes from a 2.8L straight-6 mated with a 5-speed manual transmission. It also sports a new (Mercedes-Benz original) soft-top.

NOTE: The above information was supplied by the dealer / owner currently advertising this vehicle and has not been verified by SentiMETAL/Cars.co.za.