1979 Mercedes-Benz 350 SL R107

Highlights

• In current ownership for 35 years
• Supplied with both hard top and soft top
• Voluntarily MOT'd and passed in June 2026 despite being exempt - valid until 15th June 2027
• Fuel metering unit rebuilt and new distributor and HT leads fitted in 2025

The Appeal

The 350SL is undoubtedly the most versatile and balanced of the legendary R107. Its 3.5-litre V8, paired with a smooth automatic gearbox, offers a top-notch tourer in one of the most legendary Mercs ever built. Rugged, effortlessly handsome and with a comfortable executive trim, it's little wonder that these machines continue to evoke so much enthusiasm.

This 1979 example has been in the hands of its current keeper since 1991, garage-kept throughout. It's a well-presented machine inside and out, with plenty of character. Mechanically, the car has benefited from considered upkeep in recent years, and the vendor tells us that the engine is running as it should with that ever-sonorous V8 soundtrack. The original Mercedes-Benz First Aid box is still present, complete and unopened.

Key Information

• Mileage: 153,563 miles (indicated)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT exempt as a historic vehicle; voluntarily tested and passed in June 2026
• Technical specs: 3,499cc V8 petrol, three-speed automatic
• Paperwork: V5c, plenty of invoices, stamped service record book

The Detail

• Fuel metering unit rebuilt in 2025
• New distributor and HT leads fitted in 2025
• New steering box fitted in 2020
• Bodywork in good overall order with bright paintwork
• Brightwork contrasting nicely
• Soft top reported to be in very good condition
• All instruments reported to be in working order
• The vendor notes a slight overrun noise from a pump after ignition is switched off, lasting approximately 15–20 seconds
• Fitted with a Cobra alarm, believed to still be working
• 6-disc CD player fitted
• Original First Aid box included, complete and unopened

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