Mercedes-Benz 350 SLC
Car-ID: XT0056
Vehicle Description
With a production date of 1972, this is an early model Mercedes-Benz 350 SLC, which was first delivered to France. It stands out from the numerous R107 re-imports as a largely original vehicle with comprehensive ownership history, which has remained in the same family of owners for nearly all its life. The car has been largely repainted and is virtually free of rust according to the consignor. The SLC presents itself in a well cared-for condition inside and out. The Mercedes runs on beautiful Fuchs alloys, a set of original steel rims and hubcaps is included. The Becker Grand Prix radio is on board, complete with electric aerial. The 3.5 litre V8 engine produces 147 kW (200 hp) and sends drive to the rear wheels by means of a 3-speed automatic transmission. The previous owner maintained this Mercedes meticulously, renewing and replacing worn parts wherever necessary, so the SL is mechanically sound and runs very smooth. All services and repairs since 2010 are fully documented.
All original booklets, including owner’s manual, service booklet, radio manual, data card, as well as numerous repair receipts are available. A Classic Data brief appraisal from 2012 estimates the market value of this coupe at € 15,500 (condition: 2-). It comes with German registration documents, valid technical approval until 03/2016 and historic plates.
R107 coupés in this condition are hard to find – this one is bound to win you over!
Based on the R 107, Mercedes created a sports coupé with the series designation C 107, which was first presented in 1971 and marketed as SLC. The SLC’s wheelbase was a full 36 cm longer than that of the SL. The coupe was a 5-seater, slightly heavier than the convertible, but the better drag coefficient made up for that, their top speed was identical. Its distinguishing styling cues were the very large, curved rear window and the slats in the back – born out of necessity in order to fully lower the rear side windows.
There were the M 110 six-cylinder engine, as well as the M 116 and M 117 eight-cylinder engines to choose from. The most powerful version, the 450 SLC 5.0 or, as of 1980, 500 SLC offered 176 kW (240 hp).
The coupé was produced for 10 years – a long time, though considerably shorter than the 18 years of the R 107. During this period 62,888 units were built – much fewer than the convertible variant.
