Description
Mercedes-Benz 380 SL | 1981
Highlights:
– 3.7 Liter, 8 cylinder petrol engine, automatic transmission
– 105.250 miles
– Former collector ownership, with US documentation present
– Second, new canvas soft top included
The seller offers for sale this 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL, powered by a 3,685 cc petrol engine, paired with an automatic transmission. This example was imported to Poland many years ago but was never registered there, and it retains its United States registration and documentation. The previous owner was a collector with many interesting vehicles; due to illness, the family was forced to sell his collection, which is how the current seller became the owner of this timeless cabriolet. The car shows 105250 miles on the odometer, as stated by the seller.
According to the seller, the electrical system works, and the car starts readily, drives and brakes. A second, new canvas soft top is included in the sale. The seller notes that, as with any classic that has been part of a stored collection, the car should be checked over and may benefit from some renovation. The condition scores below reflect this honest, usable state: a solid basis that can be enjoyed while being gradually brought up to a higher standard.
The R107-generation SL was Mercedes-Benz’s flagship roadster for nearly two decades, produced from 1971 to 1989 and enormously popular in the United States, where the 380 SL was one of the strongest sellers of the range in the early 1980s. It combined open-top elegance with the over-engineered build quality that defined Mercedes-Benz in this era, offering relaxed V-configuration power, an automatic transmission and genuine everyday usability. The silhouette, with its low beltline and distinctive ribbed tail lights, remains one of the most recognisable shapes in classic motoring. US-market examples with documentation, such as this car, form an accessible route into R107 ownership, and the model’s enduring popularity ensures strong parts availability and broad club support across Europe.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Condition of the interior
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Technical condition
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Overall condition
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
