1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL Classic Cars for Sale
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$29,5951978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
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- Green
- Engine
- 4-5-v8
- Miles
- 59,014
Gateway Classic Cars is pleased to offer this beautiful 1978 Mercedes Benz 450 SL for sale in their Indianapolis showroom. The Mercedes S class has long been the flagship platform for the brand, with the SL representing the personal luxury coupe and roadster segment. The SL came as a standard soft top convertible, with an optional hardtop available. This SL comes with both the soft, and hardtop, as well as the storage stand for the hardtop when not in use. Power comes from a strong running 4.2L V8 mated to a 3-speed automatic. This Mercedes has been in the same family since 2015 and benefits from regular maintenance, new seat upholstery, catalytic convertor, and a rebuilt transmission. With only 59,000 miles showing on the odometer, you can tell this car has been lovingly cared for its entire life. In addition to both convertible tops the car also has air conditioning, power windows and locks, power steering and brakes, AM/FM radio chrome wheels and automatic climate control. Finished in a very unique Celedon green with a medium brown interior, this handsome roadster will turn a few heads wherever it travels. Be sure to visit our webpage at www.gatewayclassiccars.com to view 100+ HD pictures, as well as a short video of this amazing car in action. Better yet, stop by our Indianapolis showroom and see it in person. We re located at 4400 West 96th Street, Indianapolis, In. 46268. Call us directly at 317-688-1100, and we ll be happy to share. http://www.gatewayclassiccars.com/NDY/1145/1978-Mercedes-Benz-450SL
$10,9951978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
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- Blue
- Engine
- 4-5-liter-v8
- Miles
- 86,500
Gateway Classic Cars welcomes this classy 1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL to its showroom located in West Deptford, NJ! Modest, yet bold in its styling the Mercedes S-Class earned worldwide recognition in its appearance and continues to do so in the car community today. This dapper 1978 450SL wears lovely dark blue paint that pairs beautifully with crisp tan interior. Take a seat inside and admire the handsome woodgrain panels that flow into a chique console that holds the AM/FM Radio with cassette, climate controls as well as the shifter that is linked to the automatic transmission. Turn the key and watch the gauges come to life as the original 4.5 L V8 engine purrs. Equipped with power windows you should have no problem letting some fresh air in the cabin while you coast down the highway. Relax and wrap your hands around the steering wheel and know that you and your passengers will be comfortable and stylish in the original vinyl seats. Style and luxury are not the only things that this Mercedes boasts as the S-Class featured a number of safety innovations including a strengthened body structure, wrap around turn signals and a padded dash to reduce injury during impacts. Additionally, one will note the factory bumpers with rubber mounts as per highway safety regulation from the mid to late 1970s. This 450SL has it all; luxury, technology and safety, seamlessly brought together by the legendary German manufacturer. Look no further for a beautiful classic import for this Mercedes-Benz is ready to roll! Additional features include Power Steering, Power Brakes, Convertible Top (Soft and Hard) and factory wheels. To view this 1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL in greater detail, including HD pictures and an HD video, visit www.GatewayClassicCars.com or our Philadelphia showroom located in West Deptford, NJ. For more information, please call 856-599-4100 or email Philadelphia@GatewayClassicCars.com
$11,9991978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
- Color
- Tan
- Engine
- 8-cylinder
- Miles
- 93,396
**1978 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL with Rare Color Combo** Purchased from original owner with original manuals. This car looks and runs great.
$12,9001978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
- Color
- Silver
- Engine
- v8-other
- Miles
- 172,477
The Mercedes-Benz SL series started out as the top of the line sports luxury tourer that offered both performance and comfort. The third generation SL was called the R107 chassis and is one of the most recognizable Mercedes of all time. Produced from 1971 all the way to 1989, the R107 lived a long and cherished life. The United States was an extremely popular market for the personal luxury coupe and almost of all SLs were sold here. While not as quick or pretty as their European cousins, the US market SLs still represented the cream of the personal luxury car crop. The 450SL was an mid level model that offered an excellent blend of both efficiency and V8 performance.GR Auto Gallery is pleased to present this nice 1978 450SL for your consideration. Finished in a classic shade of Astral Silver, this 450SL is very clean. The paintwork is very nice and the body is clean. It features US market bumpers, fog lights, chrome arch trim, chrome 14in Bundt alloy wheels and a matching factory hard top. The interior features black leather seats that are very clean. The dash is crack free and it features and aftermarket Kenwood head unit, servotronic climate control, and very nice zebrano wood trim. The interior is comfortable and very luxurious.The 4.5L V8 is an excellent runner and the car has been very well taken care of since new. The automatic transmission is smooth and unobtrusive and the car goes down the road very well. This is an excellent example of lovely classic roadster.To see over 80 photos of this car, including undercarriage please visit our website www.grautogallery.com
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$24,9001978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
- Color
- Silver
- Engine
- 8-cyl
- Miles
- 48,466
Original California 450SL Roadster in magnificent condition. Only 48,466 garage kept miles. Comes with hardtop & storage rack as well as original bill of sale, warranty card and manuals. 4.5 liter OHC V/8, 3-speed automatic transmission, power steering, climate control, power assisted four wheel disc brakes, cruise control, central locking system, fully independent suspension, power windows, new radial tires, alloy wheels, heated rear view window, adjustable front bucket seats, halogen fog lamps, color coordinated velour trunk & factory first aid kit.
$11,9001978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
- Color
- Green
- Engine
- 8-cylinder-turbo
- Miles
- 117,961
In 1978 the Mercedes 450SEL 6.9L was the flagship of the Mercedes-Benz car line and among the fastest and most expensive sedans produced at the time. The 6.9L liter engine was one of the largest displacement engines Mercedes ever produced. Only a limited number were produced for the U.S.This model includes a hydro-pneumatic adjustable height suspension, anti-lock brakes, Bosch K-Jetronic electromechanical fuel injection, power locks, power windows, sunroof, power brakes, climate control, air condition, alloy wheels, headlamp wipers, cruise control, power antenna, etc.This is a rare find, but requires some significant work to get running.
$5,4951978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
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1978 Mercedes Benz 450SL Complete needs restored 1978 450SL does not run, engine turns over. Clean clear title.
$8,4951978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
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1978 Mercedes Benz 450 SL Convertible 140k original miles. Car runs strong. Interior is in great condition with 2 red seats (have 2 red door panels. will throw in for free if you decide that you want them).The car has a couple of rust spots around the hood. But the frame is solid. -Vehicle is on consignment and at our clients home -Please Call First and talk to a rep at 231-468-2809 EXT 1 -Showroom is by appointment only Please Call -If you would like a FREE Listing please visit our consignment page or Call
$5,4951978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
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1978 Mercedes Benz 450 SLone beautiful classic car .has sunroof and radio It runs amazing everything original super clean inside and outside. Only 100k on it. -Vehicle is on consignment and at our clients home -Please Call First and talk to a rep at 231-468-2809 EXT 1 -Showroom is by appointment only Please Call -If you would like a FREE Listing please visit our consignment page or Call
$8,4951978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
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1978 Mercedes 450SL Convertible with hard top. Runs great, nice interior and body, no rust ever. New black soft top, Brakes, Tires. Has been repainted in the correct silver. Fun driver, goes straight down the road at any speed. 4.5 V8, plenty of power. Factory removable hard top. Southern car, has never seen salt.
$4,2951978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
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1978 Mercedes 450 SL Convertible 2 new front fenders, both tops, runs good, needs restored. -Vehicle is on consignment and at our clients home -Please Call First and talk to a rep at 231-468-2809 EXT 1 -Showroom is by appointment only Please Call -If you would like a FREE Listing please visit our consignment page or Call
$13,8951978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
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Look at this Mercedes Benz 450SL original. Owned since 1999 only driven 12,000 miles since owned. Has 112K miles Always garaged. Great classic coupe powered by V8, German made. Only 7,434 made. All original books, and service paperwork since 1991. NO PAINT WORK. The car exterior is unbelieveable nice. Some wear normal to the driver seat. Was used in parades, and short road trips. Hard top like new, the rag top is worn. Service and garage, well maintain. Runs and drives great. Please Note The Following Vehicle Location is at our clients home and Not In Cadillac, Michigan. We do have a showroom with about 25 cars that is by appointment only Please Call First and talk to one of our reps at 231-468-2809 EXT 1 FREE Consignment Visit Our Site Today Easy To List Your Vehicle and Get it Sold in Record Time.
$11,4951978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
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1978 MERCEDES 450SL - with hardtop Please Note The Following Vehicle Location is at our clients home and Not In Cadillac, Michigan. We do have a showroom with about 25 cars that is by appointment only Please Call First and talk to one of our reps at 231-468-2809 EXT 1 FREE Consignment Visit Our Site Today Easy To List Your Vehicle and Get it Sold in Record Time.
$8,9951978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
- Color
- Silver
- Engine
- 8-cylinder
- Miles
- 139,975
1978 Mercedes Benz 450SL for sale. It has had a new catalytic converter and pipes installed recently along with a new battery, new, black cloth convertible top and new brakes. The tires are almost new as well. It also has the hard top stand and cover. Everything works on this SL as it should. The A/C does work but needs a shot of R12 or it needs to be converted to 134A. With 140,000 miles, this 450Sl is just broken in! For Sale by Owner Located in Indiana.WeBe Autos Specializes in Marketing and Advertising Muscle, Classic, Vintage and Specialty Cars. We offer Professional Photography, HD Movies, and Staging that Sells Cars. We have over 6,000 cars in stock at any time, if you are Looking for a Chevelle, Camaro, Nova, Corvette or a Mustang Chances Are we Have your Dream Car. Let us showcase and sell your specialty car. Please visit our website for more details. ?Keep in Touch, Michael Runnalls Specialty Car Marketing & Media WeBe Autos Ltd. Long Island, NY 11780 Michael@WeBeAutos.com www.WeBeAutos.com (O)631-339-0399 (C)516-729-2003 Skype: webeautos (F)631-389-2605 When you Love What You Do You Never have to Go To Work...
$8,6001978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
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- Red
- Engine
- 8-cylinder
- Miles
- 200
1978 Mercedes Benz 450SL Convertible. Excellent California cruising car in excellent condition. Currently with 200 miles on the freshly Rebuilt engine. Put the Top down and style your way wherever you are going! Brand new Black Cloth Convertible Top. Brand new Tires also installed all round. The Paint needs some minor touch up work for minimal blemishes. This car works extremely well runs and purrs like a kitten. All recent work records available as well!. Note. Come see for yourself.. This is a must see Import Classic and everything within works well. Currently located in Mission Viejo CA. Serious inquiries only.. Financing Nationwide Shipping and Warranties available to qualified buyers. This vehicle is located in: Mission Viejo, CA Stock Number: C196081L
$16,0001978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
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- Silver
- Engine
- 8-cylinder
- Miles
- 172,300
1978 Mercedes Benz 450SL Convertible. 1978 Mercedes Benz 450SL model in beautiful condition Has not been driven in Michigan Winters The Odometer reads 172300 original Miles but she has been meticulously taken care of since owned! This V8 Automatic model comes with working Air Conditioner too...! The Hardtop can be removed and the Convertible Top installed easily.. Note. Such a sharp vehicle that runs and drives very well!. This is a must see Import Classic and everything within works well Currently located in Stockbridge MI. Financing Nationwide Shipping and Warranties available to qualified buyers. This vehicle is located in: Stockbridge, MI Stock Number: C184596L
$16,9501978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
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- Off-white
- Engine
- 8-cylinder
- Miles
- 59,400
1978 Mercedes Benz 450SL. 1978 Mercedes Benz 450SL 2 owner car The current owner has had it for over 30 years Garage kept Comes with both tops The soft top was completely redone and looks newSeats are in excellent condition. They were always covered and protected by genuine sheepskin seat covers. They will come with the car. The engine was just tuned up and running great. Cold AC New battery You will have a tough time finding a nicer example. Make reasonable offer . Located in Dallas TX . Financing Nationwide Shipping and Warranties available to qualified buyers. This vehicle is located in: Dallas, TX Stock Number: C173147L1
$11,9001978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
- Color
- Red
- Engine
- 8-cylinder
- Miles
- 107,000
This 1978 Mercedes Benz 450SL has 107,000 original miles. This car has the early 107 Mercedes body style, one of the most recognized and celebrated automotive style icons of the 1970s and 80s. Comes with a sturdy removable hard top. These cars offer a high level of year round practicality, style and performance. This beautiful red car with black interior is in great condition. Always stored inside. Make an offer!
$9,8001978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
- Color
- Red
- Engine
- 8-cylinder
- Miles
- 143,000
I'm selling my beautiful classic car that I have babied and took well care of. It has been garage kept and well maintanced. Strong V8 engine. Interior leather in really good condition!I have all the receipts totaling over $6,000 worth of tuning and upgrades.New tires (~1500 miles) $600New paint job(original color) $800New interior/trunk carpet replacement $800New catalytic converter(passes smog, registered) $250New stereo/speakers $200New spark plugsNew front/rear shocksNew weather strip kitNew center steering drag linkNew air filter/oil change (~1500miles)New 120 crank amp battery$3,837.77Total $6,487.77 (amount I spend after previous owner which he spent a lot on tuning the car as well)All receipts provided!Hagerty Classic Car Valuation Tool has it estimated value to be $17,000.(See picture for details)
$11,7001978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
- Color
- Red
- Engine
- 8-cylinder
- Miles
- 81,630
Hello!Everything is original on this Benz, save for all of the necessary upgrades to rubber gaskets and parts, corroded metal fastenings and things. One major upgrade, performed by Mercedes-Benz themselves was to the fuel pump system. Oh and the stereo was upgraded in the 1980's as well as the chrome trim along the wheel wells, which honestly, add quite the nice touch. Other than that, the paint and interior is original and well-kept all except for the dash, which has faded a bit from 6 months of sun exposure, otherwise garage stored. Three owners total. Dad had the car the longest and would take mom on dates in the car before she passed. Dad refused to sell the car after that and kept the car for 25 years until I could take it and fix it up. I was the idiot who kept the car in the sun for 6 months. Otherwise the car is in just phenomenal shape. The car has a removable hard top and a black soft top (not shown). I have the original manuals, operators and mechanics, as well as a CD manual. Car also comes with a set of four vintage 1980s Enkei gold sought-after rims.Had a Mercedes mechanic take the whole engine apart, clean it out, replace all of the gaskets and O-rings and put it back together, same with the fuel tank, suspension and the list below:Date Upgrade & Repair:7/25/2015 Replace Fuel filter7/25/2015 Replace Spark Plug Wire Set & Plugs7/25/2015 Replace Water Pump7/31/2015 Replace Fuel pump8/6/2015 Replace Thermostat8/17/2015 Replace Upper Crankshaft Seal8/17/2015 Replace Oil Pan Gasket Set8/17/2015 Replace Upper Valve Cover Gasket8/17/2015 Replace Lower Valve Cover Gasket8/17/2015 Replace Lower Crankshaft Seal8/17/2015 Replace Automatic Transmission Pan Gasket8/17/2015 Replace Oil Pan Gasket8/17/2015 Replace Front Automatic Transmission Seal8/17/2015 Replace Back Automatic Transmission Seal8/17/2015 Replace Fog Light Bulb8/20/2015 Replace Secondary Air Injection Pump12/2/2015 Custom Car Cover12/6/2015 Replace Fuel Filter Again12/29/2015 Replace Fuel Level Sending Unit1/5/2016 Remove and Clean Out Fuel Tank1/26/2016 Replace Shocks3/12/2016 Replace Fuel Injectors6/17/2016 Re-solder Fuel Sensor to Tank Causing Fuel Smell6/18/2016 Misc Equipment (Don’t Remember)6/19/2016 Replace Tires, Including Spare6/20/2016 Misc Equipment (Don’t Remember)7/7/2016 Replaces Brakes3/8/2018 Upgrade Fuel Pump3/8/2018 Perform Engine Tweaks by Mercedes Benz3/8/2018 Mercedes Benz Overall Check and Suggestions by 450SL Expert8/2/2018 Upgrade Headlights8/2/2018 Sand and Wax Paint to Remove Scratches8/10/2018 Drive Shaft U-Joint Replacement, Misc Under Carriage Rubber ReplacementsThings that need to be done still (Quotes Cost by my mechanic):Transmission gaskets need to be replaced, tiny leak, but is fine ($500)Needs warm up regulator replaced ($650)Soft top needs to be replaced, has a tear and is old ($500)Dashboard should be replaced ($1000)Steering linkage should be replaced ($150)Still a slight fuel smell when tank is ~80-100% full--not sure what to do about it or how to fix it. I've had my mechanic take the tank out a couple times (HUGE effort) and not find a leak in anything. No leaks in fuel lines, they've been upgraded and replaced anyway, by Mercedes. Will check the gas cap to see if the gasket needs to be replaced. No quote available for the fuel smell issue; new gas cap gasket might fix this issue.Wish list items (quote if available):Paint as a few nicks, mainly on door edges ($300 for nick repair)Could be rewired throughoutOriginal carpet is worn in areas, could be replacedRadio antenna should be replaced it doesn't go down all the way on its own ($150)Heater (of all things) doesn't work (A/C does) maybe just don't drive it in the snow or rain and you'll be fineBreaks still squeak at slow speed even though they have been replaced, go figureThe car has its quirks, but what old car doesn't. You will fall in love with the thing like I have. And you will probably be able to fix it up better than I have been able to. I brought it back to life and maybe you will be able to bring it to perfection. I hope you will be able to take it from a 15K car to a 25K car because that's what it's worth. Every mechanic I take it to tells me this car is worth a fortune and I should keep it and continue working on it, but I just don't have any more in me to do it. I've gotten it out of my system and now it's time to pass it on to someone else who will take it the rest of the way. By the way, the photos were taken August 2018, so what you see is what you get!!UPDATE 12/20/2018: I am not able to get the hard top off--it is stuck. To start, here is some basic information for removing hard top: Top levers position behind the drivers seat:- turn the big lever fully counter clockwise to the 9:00 position. - turn the small lever clockwise to the 5:00 positionHOWEVER the rear latch seems to be stuck and one of the leavers seems to free-wheel. I have googled the issue and found the below information, but I have yet to fix it. If the car sells before I fix it, I've included the information I found:To remove a stuck 450SL top: Rotation will free the hard top, but there are some simpler steps to try first. The steps involve pulling the catch away from the rod (or "bullet") to release it.There are very good writeup on this at:1) https://www.benzworld.org/forums/r-c107-sl-slc-class/1440752-help-hard-top-removal-help.html, showing proper operation of the release handles behind the driver's seat; it also discusses some alternatives if that fails.2) https://www.benzworld.org/forums/r-c107-sl-slc-class/1486586-soft-top-rear-pin-release.html, has discussion and photos of alternate tools for release.3) 380SL rear center top bow latch - Mercedes-Benz Club of America Forums has a good verbal discussion of alternate release methods at post #9Regardless of the specific SL model (280, 380, 450), all of the R107s with manual releases work the same.The posts also discuss how (with assistance of another person) you can rotate a hard top top 90 degrees (or less) to one side or the other, and the pin will release. Be sure to lift the top as far as you can (keeping it level), and protect the paint on the rear deck and doors when you do this!! See https://www.benzworld.org/forums/r-c1...ase-latch.html for cautions.You don't want to try the "rotate" process with a soft top. You would have to remove the frame from the pivots behind the doors, something you need not get into.An excellent looking repair post once the hard top is off:1) https://www.benzworld.org/forums/r-c107-sl-slc-class/1697017-hard-top-stuck-my-fix-part.htmlFYI: Forums will be your best friend for this car. There are many of these vehicles out there (mostly a bummer, I know) and all of the various problems you can come across for this vehicle have been solved by someone. Simple searches on the forums listed above will help guide you or your mechanic on all discovered issues with a 450SL. They have come in handy over the years during my portion of the restoration of this vehicle.Vehicle is also posted for sale on eBay. Just search for '1978 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 450SL' on eBay and you'll find it.Thanks!While there are many of these cars out there, I would have to say, this particular one is in just excellent shape. Like I said before, it has its quirks, but the thing is nearly fully restored as I've covered in the repairs performed, repairs needed, and wish-list items.How I came up with the price: $15,000 (average comparable value to other 450SLs out there) minus all repairs needed that have quotes from my mechanic, equals $11,750. Knock of the $50, and you get the price of $11,700.Thank you for taking the time to review this lengthy item description. I look forward to hearing from you. Also please be patient with my response time. I will respond to every message received before selling the vehicle.
$9,9951978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
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- Red
- Engine
- 8-cylinder
- Miles
- 178,000
A fun drive! It has hard and soft tops. Engines runs well.Good daily driver.
$7,9951978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
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- Red
- Engine
- 8-cylinder
- Miles
- 103,000
Excellent California cruising car in Mission Viejo. Put the top down and style your way wherever you're going! New top, new tires. Paint needs small touch up work for minimal blemishes. Car works extremely well, runs and purrs like a kitten, all recent work records available. Come see for yourself.
$8,9951978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
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- Yellow
- Engine
- 8-cylinder
- Miles
- 185,000
1978 Mercedes 450SL Convertable. Always garaged. All original. Well maintained. Excellent paint. No dents or dings. New battery. Top in excellent condition. California rust free! Just smoged. Must See! Make an Offer!
