£8,000 - £10,000
1979 Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC (R107)
United Kingdom • 9 Nov 2025 • Lot 851
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC, UK-registered in 1981, features a Brilliant Red Metallic exterior over a Black leather interior. Powered by a 4.5-liter V8 engine and automatic transmission, it presents attractively and has been in professional storage with little use since 2017, suggesting well-maintained condition.
Condition
7
Careful ownership and light use.
/ 10
Automatic
Transmission:
10702422025327
Chassis No:
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
ELG 646X
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
The 450 SLC was introduced in 1972 as the range-topping model in Mercedes-Benz’ C107 line, combining sporting intent with grand touring luxury and quickly establishing itself as one of the marque’s most desirable coupés
Built in 1979, this example was UK-registered in 1981 and has had just two previous keepers.
In current ownership since 2017 it has been in professional storage since with little to no use
Finished in Brilliant Red Metallic (525) over a Black leather interior (201) with burr wood inlays on the centre console and dashboard, presented on its period-correct 14-inch ‘Bundt’ alloy wheels
Powered by a naturally-aspirated 4.5-litre V8 producing around 222bhp and 167kW, driving the rear wheels through a smooth three-speed automatic transmission for effortless cruising
Offered with its V5C registration document and available for close inspection
Presents attractively in its factory colour combination, indicative of careful ownership and light use.
An excellent opportunity to a...
Points of note
£555
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£9,897
Median Price (Since 2020)
£41,062
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on May 05 2022
Latest MOT Mileage
112,604 miles
Registration Date
1979-12-31
MOT History
Passed
On May 06 2021 with 112,604 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- front subframe bushes slightly worn
Failed
On May 05 2017 with 112,574 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Corrosion in boot but not in a prescribed area
- Offside Rear Bump stop missing
Passed
On Feb 27 2015 with 112,245 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
- Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
- Offside rear bumper damaged but still secure
Failed
On Feb 18 2015 with 112,240 miles
There were 8 defects noted.
Fail:
- Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
- Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Advisory:
- Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
- Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
- Offside rear bumper damaged but still secure
Passed
On Mar 28 2014 with 111,631 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- underbody corroded
Passed
On Mar 07 2013 with 111,050 miles
Failed
On Feb 27 2013 with 111,047 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Apr 05 2012 with 110,499 miles
Failed
On Mar 06 2012 with 110,504 miles
There were 16 defects noted.
Fail:
- Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
- Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Nearside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
- Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
- Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- Offside Front Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
- Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
- Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
- Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
Failed
On Feb 23 2012 with 110,497 miles
There were 11 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Offside Inner Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Nearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Outer Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Offside Outer Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Nearside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Passed
On Oct 27 2010 with 109,406 miles
Failed
On Aug 19 2010 with 109,401 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
- Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Passed
On Oct 15 2008 with 109,398 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
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