Est: £12,000 - £14,000
1983 Mercedes-Benz 380SL Auto
United Kingdom • 24 Jun 2026 • Lot 6
Vehicle Details
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Condition
7
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/ 10
Automatic
Transmission:
10704522026099
Chassis No:
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
A767TBW
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
£20,000 restoration in 2022; 113,140 miles showing; 3.8 litre aluminium V8 engine; hardtop / soft topThis Mercedes-Benz 380SL is presented in elegant Light Ivory with a beautifully contrasting Check Brown interior and captures the glamour and sophistication of the 1980s.
A true icon of the era, the R107-series SL remains one of the most recognisable and desirable classic Mercedes-Benz models ever produced, combining effortless V8 performance with timeless open-top luxury.This particular example has been the subject of a comprehensive restoration programme, being reported that the expenditure in excess of £20,000.Completed in 2022, the work included a full respray and extensive restoration carried out, with invoices documenting the “no expense spared” approach taken throughout.Accompanying the car are two substantial lever-arch history files containing invoices, historic MOT certificates, and supporting documentation that together testify to years of careful ownership and maintenance.P...
Points of note
£2,021
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£11,288
Median Price (Since 2020)
£53,537
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Jan 20 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
112,073 miles
Registration Date
1983-08-01
MOT History
Passed
On Jan 21 2025 with 112,073 miles
Passed
On Nov 21 2023 with 111,557 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Front slight oil from steering box pipe
Passed
On Aug 09 2022 with 110,982 miles
Passed
On Sep 03 2021 with 109,533 miles
Passed
On May 08 2019 with 106,019 miles
Failed
On May 02 2019 with 106,017 miles
There were 4 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Offside Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn front subframe rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed
On Nov 30 2017 with 99,868 miles
Passed
On Aug 08 2016 with 88,667 miles
Failed
On Aug 03 2016 with 88,234 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Passed
On Aug 13 2015 with 79,424 miles
Failed
On Aug 05 2015 with 78,928 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Passed
On Aug 14 2014 with 75,523 miles
Passed
On Aug 21 2012 with 75,454 miles
Passed
On Jul 16 2011 with 75,446 miles
Passed
On Jul 13 2010 with 75,436 miles
Passed
On Jul 05 2008 with 75,043 miles
Failed
On Jul 05 2008 with 75,043 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Aug 09 2006 with 74,697 miles
Failed
On Aug 08 2006 with 74,690 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
User Entered:
- Battery insecure
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