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Classic Cars Mercedes 380--450--560 SLs
437 messages, Last post on Aug 26, 2009 at 7:45 AM
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Does anyone have an idea of what a 1972 Mercedes Benz 450 SL convertible with 57000 miles and in good condition might be worth today?? Have been unable to find this information out.
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Replying to: shorty21 (Jun 03, 2009 4:00 pm) 1. how's the paint---mint, very good, pretty okay, obviously has needs 2. what's not working? AC? ,etc 3. How's the seats, console, dashboard? 4. Hows the convertible top? (that's $1500 bucks right there) Depending on your answers the price could be $4000 or $15000. Really nice ones go in the $10,000--$15000 range. If yours is pristine and the mileage is provable and the color is good (hopefully not brown), you could even break that ceiling by a bit. |
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Replying to: shorty21 (Jun 03, 2009 4:00 pm)
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Replying to: fintail (Jun 03, 2009 8:11 pm)
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Jun 03, 2009 8:34 pm) IIRC the first 107s came to the states in 72, so that could bode well. However, it seems the 450SL badge was not officially used until 73 (?)...that was the weird time when the cars were badged 350SL no matter the engine, and then apparently many dealers changed the badging later.
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Replying to: fintail (Jun 04, 2009 6:28 am) But a super clean, low miles example will always find a buyer who is willing to pay top dollar. With the 450SL there are just two kinds---the 'best' and the 'rest' of them.
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Jun 04, 2009 6:44 am) |
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Mr. Shiftright I am considering a pre 2003 Mercedes SL. I’ve tried to absorb all the info on the forums so here is what I think (newbie to old cars) I’ve learned: With a reasonable budget (less than 15k) the 560SL is the best (vs older or newer), medium mileage (less than 100k), check service records, and have it inspected by a certified mechanic. So here are my questions? I want a daily use, fun to drive, reliable car. What is the better model, engine and year to look for? What specific history should I review for before I conclude it’s worth paying for an inspection? i.e. timing change replaced?, a/c changed, flushed what? Can you give me the top 5 problems? Would it be better to stretch and get late 90’s SL? Any other advice or reference sites about this type of purchase would be appreciated. Thanks
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Replying to: bwatersl (Jun 11, 2009 3:28 am) |
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