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- 1979 Mercedes-Benz 350SL (R107)
1979 Mercedes-Benz 350SL (R107)
Lot Number: 219
1979 Mercedes-Benz 350SL (R107)
Recently in storage, this Astral Silver, 3.5-litre V8 would benefit from a little TLC to take it to the next level.
- ESTIMATE: £9,000 - £11,000
+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 1st June, 2025 at 11.00am BST at Bicester Heritage, OX26 5HA
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BODY COLOUR
Astral Silver -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
DPL 158T -
ODOMETER READING
75510 Miles
SUMMARY
Recently in storage, this Astral Silver, 3.5-litre V8 would benefit from a little TLC to take it to the next level.
DESCRIPTION
- Finished in Astral Silver (735) over a blue MB-Tex and checked cloth interior with period Blaupunkt stereo, and sitting on silver 17-inch steel wheels
- Supplied with a Black factory hardtop, original tool kit, hazard triangle, and spare wheel
- Powered by the smooth M116 3.5-litre fuel-injected V8 with 201bhp, 210lb/ft and an automatic gearbox
- First registered in 1979, this SL350, was purchased by its current owner in 1993 with just two previous keepers
- Dry-stored for some time until recently but now out of hibernation and fitted with new tyres, brakes and a fuel pump although some future recommissioning could be required
- This classic roadster, offered with its desirable removable hard-top, with a little TLC would an enjoyable companion for weekend drives, fair-weather open-air cruising, and classic car show visits alike.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 219
- Make
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Model
- 350 SL
- Registration Number
- DPL 158T
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- 10704322014265
- Engine Number
- 11698422003635
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- Astral Silver
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Stacey Williams
- Car Specialist
- 07472 250306
- stacey@iconicauctioneers.com
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SCORE:
81 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
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Chrome:
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Interior
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Boot:
Remarks
Small rip in the soft top
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Could do with some tuning
Transmission
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Running Gear
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Electrics
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Vehicle History
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 2nd June. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.
Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.
For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.
If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before noon on 2nd June, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.
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