Introduced early in 1971, this impressive two-seater sports car
replaced the 280SL. The body and chassis of the 3rd generation SL
was considerably heavier and longer than its predecessor but still
showed a slight resemblance to them. The front and rear axles were
similar to those of the 200-250 models, with independent wheel
suspension using double wishbones and anti-drive control at the
front and a diagonal swing axle at the rear. A four speed
fluid-coupling automatic transmission was available as an option.
The 3.5 litre V8 engine underwent slight modifications to those
being used on other models and the gear shift lever was placed on
the floor in the centre of the car. The standard transmission
provided a top speed of 130mph and a very respectable 0-62mph in
8.8 seconds. As with the previous generation SL's, the vehicle came
as an open roadster with removable hard top pagoda roof. The
R107 body shape went on to become one of the longest running styles
from Mercedes-Benz, remaining in production until 1989 with some 13
variants during that time and becoming 'THE' classic Mercedes-Benz
roadster.
Presented in silver with a matching grey interior, this well serviced two seater benefits from a service booklet with ten entries contained, a full V5C registration certificate and a 12 month MoT test certificate. The condition is described by the vendor as average throughout but it does have the original factory hardtop included. An inexpensive way to take advantage of the summer months ahead.
Presented in silver with a matching grey interior, this well serviced two seater benefits from a service booklet with ten entries contained, a full V5C registration certificate and a 12 month MoT test certificate. The condition is described by the vendor as average throughout but it does have the original factory hardtop included. An inexpensive way to take advantage of the summer months ahead.