1979 Mercedes 450 SLC C107

Highlights

• Advisory-free MOT to 18th June 2027 (MOT/road tax exempt)
• Fabulous '70s colour scheme: gold over avocado green upholstery
• Numerous invoices from marque specialist Steve Redfern
• Accompanied by a history file including early service records and paperwork from new
• Collection of old MOTs supporting the vendor's belief that the mileage is genuine
• Recently serviced by ACR Ltd in readiness for sale; reportedly drives very well

The Appeal

While most were destined for Autobahn cruising, it's a little-known fact that a 450 SLC was once a star of the rally stage. Affectionately nicknamed the "Panzer" due to its incredible toughness, this full-sized luxury coupe became the first car powered by a V8 engine and equipped with an automatic transmission to win a World Rally Championship (WRC) event, driven by the likes of Björn Waldegård and Hannu Mikkola.
Produced between 1973 and 1980, the C107 SLC has steadily gained recognition as a stylish and capable classic, offering a more usable alternative to its considerably more common open-topped stablemate.

The vendor describes this 1979 example as being in really good condition for its age. On closer inspection, there are some signs of age, but this is a smart, original car with paperwork, including new and early service records, and a collection of old MOTs said to corroborate the recorded mileage.

Key Information

• Mileage: 112,265 miles indicated; the vendor believes the recorded mileage is genuine, supported by an extensive collection of old MOTs
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT to 18th June 2027; no advisories (MOT/road tax exempt)
• Technical specs: 4.5-litre V8 petrol, three-speed automatic transmission
• Paperwork: some service history and paperwork from the car's early life, an extensive collection of old MOTs, invoices from marque specialist Steve Redfern, and recent invoice from ACR Ltd

The Detail

• The vendor reports the car to be driving exceedingly well with smooth gear changes
• Presentable example in highly original order
• OEM colour-matched wheels with HiFly tyres
• Interior in particularly good, preserved condition
• Small tear (approximately 50p coin-sized) in the driver's seat bolster
• Very presentable paint and trim
• Some signs of age to the underside, but no MOT advisories
• A few corrosion spots to the bodywork noted by the vendor which can be studied in the photographs
• All electric windows reported to be in working order, including the sunroof
• Serviced in readiness for sale (invoice dated 07/26)
• Original-looking engine compartment

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