Mercedes-Benz 280 SL '80

• Iconic Mercedes-Benz 280 SL R107 from the early 1980s
• Powerful 2.8-litre inline six-cylinder engine (2,746 cc) with 4-speed manual gearbox
• Good professional restoration carried out
• Elegant Dark Blue colour scheme with timeless roadster styling
• Desirable European specification with manual transmission
• Recorded mileage of 83,365 km
• Belgian registration papers
• Car-Pass available

The Mercedes-Benz 280 SL is one of the most iconic roadsters of the R107 generation, combining timeless elegance with the renowned comfort and build quality for which Mercedes-Benz is known. Thanks to its classic styling, reliable inline six-cylinder engine and comfortable driving characteristics, the R107 became one of the most successful and beloved convertibles in Mercedes-Benz history.

This 1980 example has benefited from a good professional restoration and is presented in an elegant Dark Blue colour scheme that perfectly matches the luxurious and timeless character of this Mercedes-Benz. The combination of the smooth six-cylinder engine and manual gearbox provides a particularly enjoyable and engaging driving experience.

Thanks to its iconic appearance, excellent parts availability and enduring popularity among collectors, the Mercedes-Benz 280 SL remains a highly sought-after classic roadster.

Our inspection team at Oldtimerfarm has prepared an expertise report with the following findings.

Technical Data

• Make: Mercedes-Benz
• Model: 280 SL
• Year: 1980
• First registration date: 19/06/1980
• Engine: 2,746 cc inline six-cylinder engine
• Transmission: 4-speed manual gearbox
• Colour: Dark Blue
• Mileage: 83,365 km (recorded mileage)
• Chassis number: WDB10704210008659

Condition and Remarks

• Restoration and originality: good professional restoration

• Bodywork: presents well, repainted with signs of use

• Paintwork: normal signs of use

• Underside: repaired and in good condition

• Tyres: good condition, suitable for several more years

• Interior, soft top and carpets: soft top renewed, original with normal signs of use

• Chassis number inspection: original and clearly readable
• Chassis number location: bonnet lock panel

• Engine bay: honest good condition

Engine and Mechanics

• Engine: honest good condition

• Fluids and maintenance: well maintained

• Battery: should be replaced in the foreseeable future

• Clutch: works properly

• Gearbox: works properly

• Brakes: work properly

• Handbrake: works properly

Electrical Equipment

• Wipers, heater and dashboard work properly

• Note: horn does not work

• Note: windscreen washers do not work

• Lighting: repair required
• Note: front fog lights do not work
• Note: number plate lights do not work
• Note: reversing lights do not work

Suspension and Axles

• Work properly

Documents

• Belgian registration papers
• Car-Pass available
• Car-Pass: https://public.car-pass.be/vhr/638bdbfc-b2cc-4e86-8cdb-3545bd8eebba

This Mercedes-Benz 280 SL can be viewed at Oldtimerfarm.

Can be viewed at Oldtimerfarm, Lobulckstraat 9, 9880 Aalter, Belgium.
Visits possible with or without appointment – lift inspection available upon interest.
More than 300 classic cars and motorcycles available – only 5 minutes from the E40 exit at Aalter.

Watch also our additional videos:

• Warranty: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mv9nimvtu8M

• Mileage on classic cars (km/miles): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-sd5QJg5po

• Purchase procedure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNc9Ag1mDPQ