£12,328
1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL (R107)
Trade Classics • UK • 3 Sept 2026
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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£12,328
1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL (R107)
UK • 3 Sept 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL R107 is a desirable classic cruiser with low mileage and desirable features like a hardtop and automatic transmission. It presents well overall, though some age-related paint imperfections and minor interior wear are noted.
Condition
7
The car is in overall solid condition with some minor age-related blemishes. While the bodywork is good with no major dents, there are minor paint issues including a slight shade difference on the boot lid and passenger side, and paint damage on the top of the passenger wing. The interior shows some wear on the driver's seat base and minor splits on the driver's side door cards. The plastic corner windows of the soft top have small splits. However, the wheels, tyres, mechanicals, and overall presentation are good, indicating minor reconditioning would be needed to bring it to excellent condition.
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55,991 miles
10704222015150
RHD
United Kingdom
Automatic
UOA 709Y
1983
Auction
£12,328
1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL (R107)
Trade Classics • UK • 3 Sept 2026
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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Description
The quintessential 1980s cruiser, bringing together open-top elegance with a smooth, inline-six engine.
The 14" ‘Mexican Hat’ alloy wheels are in great condition, with no obvious signs of corrosion to the faces - there is also a matching spare wheel.
The tyres are a matching set, which all have plenty of tread remaining.
Please take the time to review the photos and videos for a detailed view of the exterior, wheels and tyres, so you can make your own assessment of their condition.
Tyres are a key safety item, and you should consider replacing any that are cracked, perished, unevenly worn or over 10 years old.
Walking around the 280 SL, the bodywork is in great shape, with no dings or dents spotted, and the panels appear to have an equal gap.
There are a couple of minor age-related blisters in places, but these are minimal and don’t appear to have broken through the paint.
The matching hardtop is present and is in good condition, with no damage.
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Price Analysis vs Other (R107) 280 SLs
£2,645
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£14,388
Median Price (Since 2020)
£66,780
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous (R107) 280 SL Sales
MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 3rd Aug 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
55,986 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 4th Aug 2026, 55,986 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Minor:
- Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On 5th Sept 2023, 55,847 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Minor:
- All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
- Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- All tyres perished/cracked
Failed
On 1st Sept 2023, 55,845 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Major:
- Windscreen washer not working Nearside & Offside (3.5 (a))
- Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Minor:
- All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
- Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
Passed
On 10th Sept 2022, 55,713 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
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