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- The Classic Car Sale at Stoneleigh Park 2024
- 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL (R107)
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL (R107)
Lot Number: 723
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL (R107)
Handsome, left-hand drive, US-sourced 450 SL now finished in gleaming Signal Red with a matching hardtop.
- NOT SOLD
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 28th September, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG
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BODY COLOUR
Signal Red -
DRIVE
LHD -
REG NUMBER
YNE 899L -
ODOMETER READING
76487 Miles
SUMMARY
Handsome, left-hand drive, US-sourced 450 SL now finished in gleaming Signal Red with a matching hardtop.
DESCRIPTION
- Timeless, still beautiful and growing old gracefully, the third-generation of Mercedes' SL
- Fitted with the super-smooth 4,520cc M117 V8 producing 222bhp and offering 0-60 in eight seconds and 135mph
- This left-hand drive automatic example was imported from the US in 2020 and UK-registered on 01/12/2020
- Finished in green when it arrived but professionally repainted by its importer in Signal Red
- Accompanied by its colour-matched hardtop and sitting on a set of 'Mexican Hat' alloys
- Subject to a full oil service after its arrival, many new parts and much attention to detail (see Condition Report)
- Supplied with its original dealer bookpack, owners manual, maintenance booklet, factory 'build cards', wiring diagram etc., recent MOT (April 2025 issued with 'No Advisories') and its UK V5C showing our vendor as the only UK keeper
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 723
- Make
- MERCEDES
- Model
- 450 SL
- Registration Number
- YNE 899L
- MOT Expiry
- 25/04/2025
- Chassis Number
- 0704412007741
- Transmission
- Auto
- Body Colour
- Signal Red
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSEE IT IN ACTION
SEE IT IN ACTION
SCORE:
107 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Very good. Recent complete new weather seals for doors. Recent new hard top window weather seals.
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
Very good. Recent new carpet boot mat. Recent new inner carpets.
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Very good. Recent new spark plugs, new ignition lead set, new petrol filter. Completely serviced with engine oil change
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
Very good
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Remarks
Very good. Brakes overhauled and serviced with full brake fluid change. Everything checked and serviced including brakes, steering, engine, electrics, fuel injectors and so on. All new shock absorbers.
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
Very good
Vehicle History
Remarks
The car has a recent MOT which it passed with flying colours. Partial history. Original warranty ticket present. Maintenance booklet with stamps up to 35,000 miles present. Wiring map present. Service and warranty booklet present. Owners emission system manual. Owner’s manual and Mercedes SL catalogue.
Restoration Notes
The car has been thoroughly checked, serviced and parts changed.
Import Notes
The car has been registered for a few years now and I am the first registered owner in the UK.
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
Due to venue restrictions, all vehicles must be collected on Monday 30th September between 9am and 2pm.
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