1973 | Mercedes-Benz 350 SL

Lot details

Year: 1973
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: 350SL
Registration: SCK 488L
Chassis No: 10704322010355
Engine No: 11698222013204
Mileage: 83000

Introduced early in 1971, this impressive two-seater sports car replaced the 280 SL. The body and chassis of the third generation SL was considerably heavier and longer than its predecessor, but still showed a slight resemblance to them. The front and rear axles were similar to those of the 200-250 models, with independent wheel suspension using double wishbones and anti-drive control at the front and a diagonal swing axle at the rear. A four-speed automatic transmission was available as an option. The 3.5 litre V8 engine underwent slight modifications to those being used on other models and the gear lever was placed on the floor in the centre of the car. The standard transmission provided a top speed of 130mph and a very respectable 0-62mph in 8.8 seconds. As with the previous generation SL's, the vehicle came as an open roadster with removable hard top roof. The R107 body shape went on to become one of the longest running styles from Mercedes-Benz, remaining in production until 1989 with some 13 variants during that time. Even by today's standards for sports cars the 350 SL's spacious cockpit looks excellent with great ergonomics.

This very nice early example of this iconic marque formed part of a private collection and has recently been recommissioned. The car is presented in the rare and very attractive light blue with blue interior, dark blue hood and a dark blue factory hardtop. The car comes with a history file and a fresh MoT test certificate. This 350SL is certainly a rare find, being presented in its colour combination you see today and is powered by the ubiquitous V8 providing wonderful power for cruising. Consigned by James Good