107 SL Restoration
At the SLSHOP, we stop at nothing in the quest for SL perfection. Why settle for anything less?
The R 107 SL, produced from 1971 to 1989 is an iconic, celebrated, desirable and entirely usable classic car.
Our customers are connoisseurs of these superior machines. Our reputation as a specialist in the marque is unrivalled. Our passion is building exceptional, capable cars… Classics that can spend a morning on the concours lawn, an afternoon on the autoroutes and an evening on the boardwalk without missing a beat.
Our goal is to help you achieve your motoring dreams. Whether you’ve owned your SL for years or are just embarking on your Mercedes-Benz ownership, our team of experts are excited to get to know you and your cars.
SLSHOP Credentials
The SLSHOP is a family run, independent Mercedes-Benz specialist based in Warwickshire, UK. We set the benchmark when it comes to the R 107 SL, forging an example for others to follow. Through our work with classic SLs we have developed an intimate understanding of these superb cars, building a knowledge and skill base that cannot be rivalled.
Our thriving parts department ships classic Mercedes-Benz components worldwide, while our workshops are full of a great many exciting classic Mercedes-Benz restorations. In our showroom you’ll find some of the very best cars available, covering not just the R 107 SL but all generations of SL and more – our core passion is the R 107 but our knowledge and interest spreads to all Mercedes-Benz models. Our parts store caters to all manner of classics, and our workshop is usually a treasure trove of Stuttgart’s finest.
Sam Bailey – Managing Director
Sam grew up with all manner of classic cars, and it was his passion for all things automotive and ambition that launched the SLSHOP. Sam doesn’t like to compromise, especially when it comes to presentation and service. What drives Sam is being at the forefront of the industry and finding or producing elusive, hard to find classic Mercedes-Benz products that cannot be obtained anywhere else.
Bruce Greetham – Director and General Manager
Bruce is a serious Mercedes-Benz aficionado, having owned an enviable list of classics including a 124 Coupe, 560SEC and his ‘famous’ 500SL. Bruce’s sharp eye and deep knowledge of the brand are utilised in all areas of the business, whether in the showroom with clients of in the workshop with technicians. His passion is concours, having scooped all manner of awards including a Concours d’Elégance win with his own R 107 SL.
Restoration Gallery
Restoration
Restoration. (Noun), a return of something to a former, original, normal, or unimpaired condition. But why stop there? At the SLSHOP we settle for nothing but the best. We have the skills, the experience and the knowledge to rebuild your classic Mercedes-Benz to it’s factory specification – or better. There are no limits when it comes to what is possible, we dream big and we deliver.
Previous Restorations
Mercedes 500 SL
Mercedes 280 SL
Mercedes 300 SL
Workshop Life
Keep your Classic Mercedes – Benz running like the day it left the factory.
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Improve your SL
Increase the value it brings you
For every SL owner we have met, the key aspect in ownership and running these amazing motorcars is ensuring that this prized possession remains a joy to use whenever, wherever and however; protecting and increasing its value over time.
As the World’s largest specialist in classic SL’s we have drawn upon our experience with our customers, with hundreds of cars and thousands of hours behind the wheel and under the ramp to develop CARE; a way of engaging a community of owners and protecting the value of their investments as well as enhancing their cars condition, reliability and desirability.
