Description

This 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280SL is a German-market example with 110.928 documented kilometers that is said to be original aside from one repaint in its original color of Manganese Brown. The car was imported from Germany in 1993 to the US and has resided in the Seattle area until being imported back to Germany. It features a DOHC 2.8-liter inline-six paired to a 4-speed manual transmission, both of which are claimed to be original to the car. This Mercedes is now being offered with documentation chronicling ownership history from new, 25 years of maintenance receipts, a stamped service booklet, original importation documents, the OEM tool kit, a cockpit cover, car cover, hardtop cover a clean Washington state title, and European import papers stating all import duties are paid. German registration can be arranged.

The selling dealer states that the car has received one repaint in its original color, and notes that no overspray, tape lines, or signs of bodywork have been found upon inspection. One preparation flaw on the left-front fender is present and is further detailed in the photo gallery below. The European models feature flush headlights and bumpers as depicted above. A new soft top was fitted in 2008, and the factory hardtop remains in good condition according to the seller.

The factory data tag shows code 260, which specified ‘elimination of model designation on rear lid’. With the exception of a removable wind blocker, the car remains in stock condition with all original glass, including the “Kinonglas Kristall” labeled windshield. In preparation for this sale, the seller has mounted four new Hankook Optimo H724 tires on freshly powdercoated factory rims.

To the seller’s knowledge, the cabin retains original upholstery, carpeting, and trim throughout. A modern stereo, amplifier, and speakers are said to be the only deviations from stock.

The original speedometer/odometer unit was replaced after this R107 was imported into the US. It read 68,427 kilometers and the new unit now shows 26,409 miles, for a total of 110.928 kilometers. The original European speedometer is included and highlighted in the photo gallery below. Per the seller, service receipts since the car has been in the US also confirm this mileage.

The seller states that the DOHC 2.8-liter inline-six remains unmodified from stock. Shifting, braking, and suspension are all claimed to be in good order, and an included written service synopsis appears to show regular servicing throughout the years.

Recent work includes new front wheel bearings and a clutch slave cylinder. Additional undercarriage pictures are displayed in the photo gallery below.

Documentation consists of a copy of the original title, EPA and DOT importation documents, owner’s manuals in German and English, a stamped service booklet, and service receipts dating back 25 years.