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£3,188
1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
United States • 20 Oct 2026
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AI Listing Summary
This 1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL, offered with no reserve, presents a classic V8 cruiser with desirable features like a removable hardtop and Bundt wheels. However, significant condition issues including non-functioning A/C, a torn soft top, and cosmetic wear are noted, requiring substantial reconditioning.
Condition
3
The car has several cosmetic issues including a tear in the soft top window, paint bubbling, scratches, and blemishes on the exterior. The interior has a cracked dashboard, and the air conditioning, fan, and central locking system do not work. The odometer reading is also noted as inaccurate.
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Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis No:
10704412042427
Odometer:
122,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
4.5-Liter V8 Three-Speed Automatic Transmission Black Paint Bamboo MB-Tex Upholstery 14" Bundt Alloy Wheels Black Soft Top Removable Hardtop Fog Lights Cassette Stereo
This black 1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL is powered by a 4.5-liter V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission, and features include a black soft top, a removable hardtop, 14″ Bundt alloy wheels, fog lights, a Becker AM/FM/cassette stereo, and electric windows.
Purchased by the current owner in 2025, this R107 is offered at no reserve with a Wisconsin title in the seller’s name.
The car was finished from the factory in Black (040) and has been refinished.
Exterior details include a color-matched removable hardtop, a black convertible soft top, fog lights, a power antenna, and chrome-accented bumpers and trim.
The seller notes a 1″ tear in the left soft top window, along with paint bubbling, scratches, and blemishes.
The silver 14″ Bundt alloy wheels are mounted with Hankook Optima H724 tires.
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£876
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£11,116
Median Price (Since 2020)
£96,190
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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