A stretched version of the well-known cabriolet SL models, these elegant and attractive fixed head coupes were well suited for long-distance cruising for four people and their luggage.

With not much more than a 100lbs weight premium over the cabriolet version, its additional rigidity offers a uniquely distinctive style of its own, thanks to the pillarless styling and slat detailing.

It comes with an impressive servicing schedule, with the service book boasting four decades worth of stamps.

With its visual and interior presentation also being kept in check, the car's current owner is making the most of the famous Mercedes-Benz dependability and vouches for its reputation for reliability.

With its traditional virtues of Mercedes SL traits of refinement, practicality and a superb parts network, this 1981 280 SLC is a perfect introduction to the world of classic Mercedes-Benz coupes.