1981 Mercedes-Benz 280SL (R107) #2127 *SOLD* Inca Red with Beige MB Tex
- Stock Number: 2127
- Make / Model: MERCEDES-BENZ / 280SL (R107)
- Mileage: 63747
- Paint Colour: Inca Red
- Interior Colour: Beige MB Tex
- Year: 1981
About This Car
1981 Mercedes-Benz 280SL (R107)
63,747 miles
Inca Red (581) with Beige MB Tex (135) and Dark Brown Fabric Soft Top (8023)
A fantastic looking early car with punchy 2.8 litre straight six engine and beautiful coachwork. Early cars are getting hard to find in this condition. In recent years we have seen a resurgence of interest in early style cars with ‘period’ colour schemes, oranges, yellows, browns and greens all seem to be in much higher demand than we’ve previously experienced. This car boasts a rare and fantastic colour combination, with just 63,747 miles from new.
Specification
1981 Mercedes-Benz 280SL (R107)
Factory Specification:
Model 280 SL
Order Number 0 1 537 73044
Order Location GREAT BRITAIN
Interior MB-TEX – BEIGE (135)
Paint 1 581 Inca Red
Paint 2 581 Inca Red
320 ADDITIONAL PLATE AND REAR SEAT BENCH STOP FOR GREAT BRITAIN
420 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4-GEAR
467 CENTRAL LOCKING MECHANISM AND INSTRUMENTS WITH ENGLISH LETTERING
503 OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR, ON THE LEFT
524 PAINTWORK – PRESERVATION
533 INTERFERENCE SUPPRESSION WITHOUT RADIO SET
583 ELECTRIC WINDOW LIFTERS (FRONT DOORS)
592 HEAT-INSULATING GLASS, ALL-AROUND, HEATED REAR WINDOW PANE, BAND FILTER
613 HEADLAMP LEFT-HAND TRAFFIC
656 MICHELIN TIRES
666 10 LITERS OF FUEL AND MODE OF PACKING VE III
682 FIRE EXTINGUISHER
746 FOLDING TOP FABRIC 8023, DARK BROWN
Why Choose SLSHOP?
Is it our unrivalled experience with three generations of SL? Is it our attention to detail, our award winning quality? Is it our selection of hand picked, superb cars for sale? Is it the family feel, the friendly faces and consistency of our work? Most people say it’s all of these things.
A classic car offers a world of opportunities – it is an invitation to explore the open road and share life-affirming experiences with like-minded individuals.
Where will your Mercedes-Benz take you?
Bulkhead Corrosion
Although the R107 is renowned for build quality, there is one chink in the armour – the bulkhead. Many cars that present well from the outside are hiding internal rust. Water from outside the car should drain out through specially designed channels, but over time, these become blocked forcing water inside the car. Once water has breached the blower motor cover in front of the windscreen, it slowly wreaks havoc from inside out. This delicate area did not have rust protection from the factory, and as the metal deteriorates it the water ingress can lead to faulty electrics, damp carpets and musty smells inside the cabin.
All our cars come with a 36 month bulkhead warranty.

Next Steps: Experience
We believe in the capabilities of these classic cars, and want our customers to get out and use them. Welcome to Experience from The SLSHOP, aimed at helping you get more out of your classic Mercedes-Benz. We offer a number of trips, tours and events in the UK and abroad. See you there!

Next Steps: 24hr Test Drive
Tempted by an R107 SL but not sure if it’s for you? Fancy trying a weekend at the wheel before you dive in? We offer a 24hr test drive through our hire business. Hire a classic Mercedes-Benz for a day or longer, and if you subsequently buy a car from our showroom, we will refund the entire hire fee. What are you waiting for?
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