45-Years-Family-Owned 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450SL

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

The Mercedes-Benz R107 chassis debuted globally in 1971, launching an era of exceptional build quality and becoming one of the brand's longest-running and most successful platforms. Highly regarded for its durability, timeless styling, and open-top motoring, the R107 paired grand touring comfort with robust engineering. For the North American market, this legendary platform was defined by the arrival of the V8-powered 450SL—introduced for the '72 model year as the 350SL 4.5 before officially taking the 450SL name for '73—cementing its legacy as a premier long-distance touring machine. 

Reportedly acquired by the seller's family in 1981, this 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450SL is powered by a 4.5-liter V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission. Finished in Classic White with a color-matched removable hardtop over red leather upholstery with wood accents, the car is equipped with cruise control, central locking, heat-insulating glass, a folding center armrest, and more as outlined below. 

This 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450SL is now offered at no reserve with a color-matched removable hardtop, manufacturer's literature, original toolkit and hardtop installation tool, some service components, and a clean Minnesota title in the seller's name. 

Highlights 

• Family-owned since 1981 

• 4.5L M117 V8 paired with a 3-speed automatic transmission 

• Classic White over red leather upholstery with wood trim 

• Color-matched removable hardtop 

Factory Equipment 

• 737G – Classic White exterior finish 

• 416 – Removable hardtop 

• 440 – Tempomat cruise control 

• 587 – Folding center armrest 

• 592 – Heat-insulating glass with heated hardtop rear window 

• 870 – Driver's seat heater 

• 871 – Passenger seat heater 

Modifications 

• Pioneer Bluetooth stereo

• 10-disc CD changer mounted in the trunk 

• Heated seat switches in center console

Servicing 

According to the seller, the following service work was performed: 

• 2023:  

  • Passenger-side exhaust manifold replaced 

  • Catalytic converter replaced 

• 1991: 

  • Replacement seats installed 

Known Imperfections 

• Oil seepage from the oil pan, timing cover, and rear main seal 

• Transmission fluid leaking from the input shaft and tail shaft 

• Soft top exhibits wear and plastic windows yellowed

• Power steering fluid leak 

• Radio antenna is broken 

• 10-disc CD changer requires power connection 

Ownership History 

From the seller: “My family acquired this 450SL in 1981, and it has remained with us ever since and has always been parked in a climate controlled garage.. The car has required very little beyond routine maintenance over the years, and I have retained every invoice and receipt documenting work performed since it entered our family's ownership. The original toolkit remains with the car."

Included Items 

• Color-matched removable hardtop and installation tool 

• Manufacturer's literature 

• Toolkit and spare tire 

• Stereo remote 

• Touch-up paint 

• Some service components