THE OVERVIEW
Offered for an appreciating new owneris this rare classic 1984 Mercedes Benz 280SL Roadster!
Finished in grey metallic over saddle leather hides, this R107-chassis 280SL has been driven ABOUT 7,000 MILES PER YEAR [just over 219,900 total miles] Carfax-certified miles since new! Do not let the miles scare you as this SL comes with thousands of dollars in maintenance records from premier San Francisco Bay area independent shops!This99.99% rust-free specimen features an excellent running 2.8 liter inline six cylinder engine mated to the factory 4 speed automatic transmission with stopping power provided by four wheel disc brakes, electric windows, BOTH factory hard and soft tops, chromed factory alloy wheels with excellent tires, updated JVC stereo with working electric antenna, fog lamps, chrome fender arch trim, RARE rear seat and heated leather front seats and more. It is being sold with clear and clean California title, current registration and..........Offered here with aLOW RESERVE.....this is a fabulous find, for about the cost of THE SALES TAX ALONE ON A NEW BENZ ROADSTER!
THE BODY AND TRIM
This exterior of this 1984 Mercedes is in VERY GOOD TO EXCELLENT virtually 100% rust-free condition overall witha deep lustrous overall shine to the paint finish and nice shiny Euro chrome bumpers and a few minor nicks, scratches and other light cosmetic blemishes. The canvas soft top looks to be original and in excellent condition aesthetically and functionally. There are a couple of isolated corrosion areas on the inside corners of the hardtop. Overall this is one still quite handsome well-preserved 35 year-old classic Benz Roadster!
THE INTERIOR
As I hope is articulated in the photos, the interior of this non-smoker '84 Benz is in very good original condition overall with odometer and all other gauges and controls in excellent working order with brand new just installed carpet mats, virtually perfect crack-free dash, nice wood trim and door panels! Imperfections inside the car include some expected light wear and discoloration on the leather upholstery and wear on the other interior bits, Overall this is still one very nice unmolested German cockpit!
THE DRIVING EXPERIENCE
This 1984 SL starts easily with excellent running engine, smooth shifting transmission along with excellent braking and tight and solid rattle-free suspension.This SL is still a vault-like stately sunny afternoon cruiser that gleans much attention from fellow motorists!test drivevideo here:https://youtu.be/EyE2sdGLOE0
MANY MORE PHOTOS HERE:https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipMt8tAj5zJzMP_amd3yv4c41j-cdQKkEpvxc-eX2v9Adcij2ZXOOA41iXTQe3DlaQ?key=LTFpeUdhT1h4WktUaU0zTHZneFl2VGNXNDl2R2dn
THE DETAILS AND $$$$
1.This 1984 Benzis being sold with clear and clean California title AND current 2019 registration. It will be smogged for purchase by a California resident. It will be sold "AS IS" "WHERE IS" with no written or verbal warranties expressed or implied. Iinvite and very much welcome prospective new owners to come see, feel, drive and inspect this car in personThere will be no post-sale inspections to determine whether you actually want to purchase this car. So,PLEEEEEEEEEASEbid thoughtfully
2.Zero feedback biddersplease contact me prior to bidding or bids will be cancelled immediately. This car is also being advertised in other venues and I reserve the right to end auction at any time at my discretion.
3.I will assist with shipping arrangements[buyer pays costs]. Irecommend Chris at Kelly's Auto Transport at 951-845-6224
4.Winning bidder pleasecall 650-350-8828 and/or email me thru ebaywithin 24 hours of auction close.
5.A $500 non-refundable down payment via Paypal w/in2 days of auction close.
6.Balance of purchase due viaCASH in person, bank wire transfer or certified funds within5 days of auction close thank you.
PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO PHONE ME, EVAN AT 650-350-8828 TO REQUEST ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, TEST DRIVE VIDEO OR TO SCHEDULE IN-PERSON VIEWINGS AND/OR MECHANICAL INSPECTIONS.