£14,000 - £16,000
1983 Mercedes-Benz 500SL
United Kingdom • 29 Nov 2025 • Lot 20
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1983 Mercedes-Benz 500 SL, part of the R107 series, features a striking turquoise paintwork and a V8 engine. While it runs well, it does have some minor imperfections like scratches and a small tear in the seat.
Condition
6
Moderate wear, some reconditioning needed.
/ 10
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Odometer:
97,000 miles
NIL 3870
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Stylish, usable, and ready to enjoy.
Registration: NIL 3870
Odometer: 97,000
MOT: Exempt
Desirable 500 SL model from the R107 series
Striking turquoise paintwork
Runs and drives well
A highly desirable model from Mercedes-Benz’s long-lived R107 series, this 1983 500 SL represents one of the most sought-after versions of the classic luxury roadster, combining effortless V8 performance with timeless design.
This example is finished in striking turquoise paintwork, which gives it a distinctive presence among more common colour schemes.
The car runs and drives well, and overall presents smartly, though close inspection reveals minor imperfections, including scratching to the wing mirrors, a couple of loose trim pieces, light micro-blistering in places, and a small tear in the passenger seat fabric.
The soft-top roof is in good condition, fitting neatly and appears free from major wear.
The vendor advises that the car comes with a detailed service history from its time under the care ...
Points of note
£5,290
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£19,366
Median Price (Since 2020)
£256,556
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Feb 02 2015
Latest MOT Mileage
96,533 miles
Registration Date
1983-01-13
MOT History
Passed
On Feb 03 2014 with 96,533 miles
Failed
On Jan 29 2014 with 96,533 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Rear Lower Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)
Failed
On Dec 06 2013 with 96,515 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed
On Nov 22 2012 with 96,413 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- washer bottle leaking at top.
Passed
On Nov 24 2011 with 96,179 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
User Entered:
- Nail in nearside rear tyre
Passed
On Dec 10 2010 with 95,548 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Failed
On Nov 09 2010 with 95,528 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Passed
On Nov 10 2009 with 95,169 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Nov 07 2008 with 95,022 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Passed
On Nov 08 2007 with 94,691 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Passed
On Nov 10 2006 with 94,492 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Failed
On Nov 01 2006 with 94,492 miles
There were 3 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- (Dangerous) Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
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