Mint 1985 Mercedes 380SL Appraised as No. 1 Show Car

Mint 1985 Mercedes 380SL Appraised as No. 1 Show Car

"Hey! Where's Bobby?" Remember the good guy on the TV show Dallas? If so, then you know he drove a cherry red Mercedes 380SL just like this. (Not to mention the 450 SL from earlier in the show.) If you drive this car, be prepared to come up with a clever answer to the question of Bobby's whereabouts, because you will be asked.

This previous owner restored this car to perfection with German-level attention to detail. Original Mercedes tools bright and shiny, stowed carefully in the pouch in the trunk. Official Mercedes wool carpets. The exact right stickers on the window glass. He had the wheels re-chromed three times because they hadn't been done correctly.

Consider this from the appraisal: "This is a Number 1 on the Old Cars Price Guide rating system...This is an outstanding example of a desirable model with exceptionally straight and solid body, mint restored interior, a premium refinish in the original color, and a correct new replacement engine. This is one of the most outstanding examples of this model I have seen and is a show winner."

The 3.8L V8 engine nestled in under the hood moves this car with surprising alacrity, and the whole machine epitomizes everything you expect and enjoy with German engineering. The doors close with a pleasant thunk, the seating is supple, and the car slips down the road like a magic silk carpet.

The car comes with a comprehensive set of well-organized receipts and records that document the duration, expense and quality of the restoration.

If you'd like to know more about this car, or are ready to experience it in person, please call Art & Speed at (901) 850-0507. Financing available.

MECHANICAL3,839 cc (234 ci) Overhead Cam V8 Engine155 HPFrom appraisal: "Engine is exceptionally smooth and quiet."4 Speed Automatic TransmissionEngine Compartment is Show-Quality Finished as NewDetailed in Correct Colors with Correct Tags and DecalsCHASSISFour Wheel Anti-Lock Power Disc Brakes195/70R14 Pirelli Four Seasons TiresMint Condition Genuine Mercedes 14" Chrome WheelsSpare TireGenuine Mercedes German Tool Set in TrunkEXTERIORImmaculate, Show Quality Mercedes Red Sherwin-Williams Base Coat/Clear Coat FinishTwo Door Convertible RoadsterAppraisal quote: "Flawless body with exceptionally well-aligned panels and fit of fenders, doors, hood, trunk, and top."Red Hard TopNew Windshield with Authentic G. Daimler ("A Mercedes-Benz Product") DecalFantastic Tan Cloth Convertible Top with Excellent Vinyl WindowsPower TopPerfect Trim and EmblemsPerfect Chrome and Rubber BumpersPerfect Glass, Marker Light Lenses and MirrorsHeated MirrorsRear DefrosterPower AntennaMercedes Car CoverINTERIORAs New Tan Leather Front Bucket SeatsTan Leather Center Arm RestCenter Console with Floor ShifterAs New Tan Leather Rear Bench SeatAir ConditioningBlack Leather Wrapped Steering WheelCruise ControlAs New Perfect Tan Leather Door PanelsAs New Fantastic Tan CarpetExcellent Gauges: Water Temperature, Gas, Oil Pressure, Speedometer, Clock, and TachometerAftermarket Pioneer Stereo AM/FM/XM Ready Radio and CD Player 50 Watts x Four Channels with RemoteBlack Leather DashWood Grain Inserts ThroughoutExcellent VisorsPower WindowsPower Door LocksRemote Door MirrorsSeat Belts

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