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- 1983 Mercedes-Benz 280SL (R107) - Ex-Sheila Hancock
1983 Mercedes-Benz 280SL (R107) - Ex-Sheila Hancock
Lot Number: 181
1983 Mercedes-Benz 280SL (R107) - Ex-Sheila Hancock
A wonderful low-mileage SL previously owned by the respected actress Dame Sheila Hancock.
- NOT SOLD
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 25th March, 2023 at 11.00am GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
Signal Red -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
A878 GLX -
ODOMETER READING
25488 Miles
SUMMARY
A wonderful low-mileage SL previously owned by the respected actress Dame Sheila Hancock.
DESCRIPTION
- The ever popular 280SL, a wonderful example of 1980s Mercedes' definitive convertible
- Delightfully presented in Signal Red with a rare (and expensive) matching hardtop
- Lovely interior in Beige MB-Tex with brown and cream check cloth inserts
- Smooth, fuel-injected straight-six producing 182bhp and 176lb/ft. 4-speed automatic gearbox
- The car was supplied initially to Dame Sheila Hancock, respected actor, singer and author who kept it for 18 months
- Subsequently part of a private collection so only two registered keeper and an indicated 25,488 miles
- With Pagoda prices now out of reach, the equally stylish R107 SL is an attractive option particularly at this mileage and in this fabulous condition with celebrity provenance
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 181
- Make
- MERCEDES BENZ
- Model
- 280 SL
- Variant
- (R107)
- Registration Number
- A878 GLX
- MOT Expiry
- 06/02/2024
- Chassis Number
- 1070422A005342
- Engine Number
- 11099022004984
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- Signal Red
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Gary Dunne
- Car Specialist
- 07740 946796
- gary@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Gary.
CONTACTSCORE:
107 / 135
Exterior
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Remarks
Offside door card has one small tear, possibly from a heel
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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
TBC
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