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Mercedes-Benz 380 SL — 1984

A low-mileage car from the Yuppie and real estate crisis era. The model, design, history, and future all speak in favor of this car. There are some aspects to check and address, but it is largely in its original condition and is a historically interesting classic.

Tore Thallaug
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"With an intriguing history, here is a chance to acquire a low-mileage car from the Yuppie and real estate crisis eras. Expensive cars, complex ownership histories, and hidden treasures are part of the story. Sleek cars that are interesting and can delight today’s motoring enthusiasts are another part of the same story. This car is relatively untouched and has been stationary for years, so there are details to check and address. For example, the current owner has not removed the hardtop, and it has likely not been lifted or removed since the 1990s. During inspection, the knobs were missing, so the soft top could not be examined."

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Tore Thallaug
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Ida Johansen
Case manager
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"With an intriguing history, here is a chance to acquire a low-mileage car from the Yuppie and real estate crisis eras. Expensive cars, complex ownership histories, and hidden treasures are part of the story. Sleek cars that are interesting and can delight today’s motoring enthusiasts are another part of the same story. This car is relatively untouched and has been stationary for years, so there are details to check and address. For example, the current owner has not removed the hardtop, and it has likely not been lifted or removed since the 1990s. During inspection, the knobs were missing, so the soft top could not be examined."

Description

This car was registered for traffic in Sweden in May 1984. Its history is intriguing; the first few years are not entirely clear, but in the wake of the real estate crash of the 90s, it was reportedly hidden to prevent seizure by the enforcement authority. The current owner, who knew the previous owner (his doctor) and the car’s history, acquired it at a bankruptcy auction in May 2019, after the doctor’s death. The car was registered in the name of a colleague until December 2022, when it was transferred to the current owner. He went through the car, which had been stationary for over 20 years, and had the brakes renovated with new calipers and pads, a new exhaust system, and a service including oil, filters, spark plug wires, and a new battery. The car was then started and could be used again after a long period of inactivity.

The car appears to be in original condition in terms of paint and interior. The paint has been inspected and measured. The mileage also seems to be accurate, and the current owner, who is familiar with the car’s history, certifies this. Previous inspection records support this. However, the odometer recently stopped working, and the car has been driven about 1,000 kilometers since then. It received Ditec treatment in May and was inspected on July 6, and is ready to drive.

Technical data

  • Year
    1984/1984 
  • Registration date
    1984-05-17 
  • Mileage
    61 980 km 
  • Kw / hp
    145 / 197 
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol 
  • Transmission
    Automatic 
  • Interior finish
    Leather 
  • Colour
    Light grey 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    Starts and runs well in both the engine and drivetrain. Test driven for a short distance at a moderate pace, and the steering, brakes, and shifting were found to work well. The idle is high, and there is noise from the engine fan. A technical inspection is recommended. Not inspected on a lift, but from what could be seen, there is rust on the edges underneath that should be checked more closely. However, the vehicle inspection has not raised any objections to vital parts.

  • Interior condition:

    Nicely preserved original leather upholstery. The seats retain their resilience, including the charming small back seat. There is minor wear, especially on the side of the driver’s seat from getting in and out. There are also some damages to a few rubber seals. The headliner of the hardtop is in good condition. The door panels and interior panels are in good shape, as are the steering wheel, dashboard, controls, and wood trim. Most functions seem to be working, but the odometer and AC functions are uncertain and need attention.

  • Exterior condition:

    Nice original paint that has recently been Ditec-treated. There are a few blisters, stone chips, minor dents, and scratches in the paint. The right door has a slight tonal variation in the middle. Chrome, glass, rubber, plastic, and lighting details are in good original condition with normal wear. The drainage near the fuel cap is clogged. The hardtop is in good condition, but the driver’s side is missing the mount at the B-pillar, and the knob to release it at the B-pillars is also missing. The ones for the roof/windshield frame were in the glove compartment, tested and working. Nice wheels with good tires, though their age is uncertain. The engine and trunk compartments are in original condition with normal wear. The soundproofing mat is missing from the hood.

  • General condition:

    This car has bided its time and had its Sleeping Beauty slumber, but now it is ready for the roads again. The model, design, history, and future speak in favor of this car. There are aspects to check and address, but it is a vehicle that remains largely in its original condition and is a historically interesting classic.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 2023-06-07
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1984-05-17 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1984-05-22
Senast godkända besiktning: 2023-07-06
Besiktigad tom: 2025-07-31
Årsskatt: Skattebefriad
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 16

Facts about the model

It is well known that the epithets Super and Sport were included in the 1931 Mercedes SSKL - Super Sport Kompressor Leicht. However, whether the post-war Mercedes designation SL stands for Super Leicht or Sport Leicht depends on who you listen to in the history of Mercedes.

What we do know is that the new 300 SL racer with gullwing doors, introduced in 1952, eventually led to a more civilized street version produced from 1954 to 1957. When it disappeared, an open Roadster with the same performance and look was made from 1957 to 1963.

At the same time, a slightly calmer and more timid version of an SL, the R121 Mercedes 190 SL, was produced from 1955 to 1963. When it was time for successors to these two, there was only one version, the W113 Mercedes 230 SL, called Pagoda. There were also 250 SL and 280 SL versions during the years 1963-1971.

So, in April 1971, it was time for the Pagoda’s successor, the R107 Mercedes 350 SL, with a 3.5 L V8 engine producing 200 hp. Both safety and technology, as well as road handling, were significantly improved over its predecessor. In 1973, the 450 SL with 225 hp was introduced, primarily for the US market. For the 1974 models, a six-cylinder variant was also offered again. Minor changes continued over the years, and the final model year was 1989, when it was time for the next generation, the R129.

From nicknames like “Pizza Racer” and “Dallas Moped,” the 107 has now earned its place on the podium for classic sports cars from Mercedes, proudly bearing the SL emblem with all due honor.

Location and viewing Information

Location: Stockholm

For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:

Tore Thallaug
+46 705 90 23 65
tore@bilwebauctions.se

Pick up

Collection must take place before: 2024-08-08.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

Auction information

General information about the condition of the vehicles .
  • At this auction, many vehicles have been included in car collections and have been stored (mothballed) for a long time. For this reason, they are described from a collector's perspective and may need technical reviews and maintenance service - oil, battery replacement, new tires, brake review, etc. - before they can be used. .
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