- Auctions
- The Classic Sale at the Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show 2025
- 1979 Mercedes-Benz 350 SL (R107)
1979 Mercedes-Benz 350 SL (R107)
1979 Mercedes-Benz 350 SL (R107)
Simply wonderful example of the ever popular V8 Mercedes-Benz SL350 (R107) in Diamond Blue with a new Connolly Leather interior.
- ESTIMATE: £16,000 - £20,000
+ 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 Saturday 22nd March, 2025 at 11.00am GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
Diamond Blue -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
HVX 894T -
ODOMETER READING
33500 Miles
SUMMARY
Simply wonderful example of the ever popular V8 Mercedes-Benz SL350 (R107) in Diamond Blue with a new Connolly Leather interior.
DESCRIPTION
Full details to follow.
SPECIFICATION
- Make
- MERCEDES
- Model
- 350SL
- Variant
- R107
- Registration Number
- HVX 894T
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- 10704322014036
- Engine Number
- 11698422003249
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- Diamond Blue
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Gary Dunne
- Car Specialist
- 07740 946796
- gary@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Gary.
CONTACTSCORE:
102 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
New Connaught Leather Interior fitted
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Original engine replaced during former keepers ownership in 1996, subsequently maintained extensively ever since, details on file
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Vehicle History
Remarks
Acquired by our vendior in 2006, it has covered merely 3500miles approximatley in those 18 years
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 24th March. 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 24th February, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.
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