Introduced early in 1971, this impressive two-seater sports car replaced the 280SL. The body and chassis of the 3rd 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 fluid-coupling 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 shift 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 pagoda 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 350SL's spacious cockpit looks excellent and many feature beautiful real Zebrano ('zebra') wood accents as a factory option, combined with leather upholstery. This classic automatic, righthand drive Mercedes-Benz 350SL is in first class condition throughout with extremely low mileage for its year having only covered 86,000 miles. Finished in Champaign metallic with spotless tan leather interior and original carpets, the car comes with the colour matched factory hardtop and the correct wheels. The hardtop is also supplied with a storage bag and trolley. An aftermarket radio/cassette player with Bluetooth has been fitted allowing mobile phones to be used easily and legally whilst in motion. The car is supplied with a V5 registration document and a MoT test certificate which expires in April 2012. A fabulous car for the summer.
Introduced early in 1971, this impressive two-seater sports car replaced the 280SL. The body and chassis of the 3rd 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 fluid-coupling 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 shift 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 pagoda 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 350SL's spacious cockpit looks excellent and many feature beautiful real Zebrano ('zebra') wood accents as a factory option, combined with leather upholstery. This classic automatic, righthand drive Mercedes-Benz 350SL is in first class condition throughout with extremely low mileage for its year having only covered 86,000 miles. Finished in Champaign metallic with spotless tan leather interior and original carpets, the car comes with the colour matched factory hardtop and the correct wheels. The hardtop is also supplied with a storage bag and trolley. An aftermarket radio/cassette player with Bluetooth has been fitted allowing mobile phones to be used easily and legally whilst in motion. The car is supplied with a V5 registration document and a MoT test certificate which expires in April 2012. A fabulous car for the summer.
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