Introduction
Alan
The Mercedes-Benz R107 SL model was a huge success for the company, it went on to become the second longest single series ever produced, after the G-Class - it’s easy to see why.
The R107 superseded the much-loved W113 model which included the esteemed 'Pagoda' roofed model. That car had done very well in North America, a key market, and Mercedes Benz were keen to replicate that success with the R107. In reality it did much better still with a total of a mere 49,000 of the earlier car sold worldwide, which was dwarfed by over 300,000 for the R107.
The R107 was the only Mercedes Benz roadster for the entirety of its production, so became uniquely emblematic of owners who admired the engineering kudos of the brand, but were keen to enjoy something more sporty and less conservative of the company’s saloons of the period.
In 1985 the more efficient 300 SL replaced the 280 SL - the engine was not only larger but also more powerful and more torquey, but also enjoyed the introduction of Bosch’s KE-Jetronic fuel injection system. The KE Jetronic system varied from the earlier, all mechanical system by the introduction of a more modern engine management "computer", which controlled idle speed, fuel rate, and air/fuel mixture.
For these and many other reasons the post ’85 cars like this one, and especially the 300 SL with its agreeable blend of power and useability, are considered the sweet-spot by many in the know. This particular car finished in the "Smoke Silver" colour over dark brown interior has been in the same ownership since 1986. Purchased from the dealer Greyfords Ltd who had put 900 miles on it, the vendor has had the car in the family ever since then.
This auction listing was written from information supplied by Alan after meeting Chris the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.
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Appreciate the answers Chris, thanks. The factory spec sheet says The interior was originally 073 Brazil Brown cloth. When the car was trimmed over in leather did you keep the original material – door trim and seat trim by any chance?
Mike
Hi Mike
No I didn’t keep any of the original trim. When I bought the car it was a showroom demo model. Had I ordered I would have spec’d leather but, at the time they were on two year deliveries. I had the new trim carried out some 9 years ago in colour match real leather
Chris
Finally the text says there is a hard top as can be seen in the photos? I cant seem to see where this photo is?
Hi, yes the original hard top is for sale with the car. There is a photo in the group of photos
Chris
Is the current registration number GEN 123 or CHR 151V
Current registration is GEN123 but, this is not for sale with the car
Hi, I can only see two services in its lifetime? Do you have more paperwork/invoices or am I incorrect? A recent MOT failure for structural corrosion seems to have been corrected – was this welding? The steering box oil leak seems to still be present on the MOt pass is this correct?
My car has not been a ‘collectors’ car. It has been my main car for 35 years. I have not kept paperwork but always had any faults/repairs carried out and paid by my company as and when required. The corrosion was dealt with by my neighbouring garage, cut out and welded, a very good job – I am in engineering and oversaw the workmanship. After the Mot, because there was slight cracking around the tyres I had 4 new ones put on. I have not witnessed any oil leak on drive, so believe this could only be slight but, will… Read more »
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