1976 Mercedes 450SL Convertible Hard and Soft Tops, very nice cond.

Make:	Mercedes-Benz
Model:	SL-Class
Type:	Convertible
Doors:	2
Year:	1976
Mileage:	146647
VIN:	10704412031640
Color:	Yellow
Engine:	4.5 L
Cylinders:	8
Fuel:	Gasoline
Transmission:	Automatic
Drive type:	RWD
Interior color:	Tan
Drive side:	Left-Hand Drive
Vehicle Title:	Clean
Item location:	Fairfax Station, Virginia, United States

1976 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Additional Info:

Up for sale is our lovely 1976 Mercedes 450SL Convertible in a gorgeous sunflower yellow with saddle interior. Timeless in design, this iconic style is recognizable from the highways to the country club, the concours show field, and in-between.
I acquired this car from my daughter and son-in-law who are expecting their first child. It's a nice driving vehicle, which recently completed a 250 mile drive with ease. They owned the vehicle a couple years and drove it nearly every week, caring for it like they planned to keep it forever. Family dynamics changed that...
If you are looking for a cute, fun convertible which is built in a style to never be replicated, this is your chance. A timeless classic, the SL-Series Mercedes Benz cars are wonderful driving cars and built before the era of disposable appliance automobiles. Should you appreciate that kind of thing, please keep reading...

Description:

Our Classic 1976 MERCEDES-BENZ 450 SL is located Northern Virginia about 30 minutes from IAD/Dulles International Airport and DCA/Reagan National Airport, or an Hour from BWI Airport.

1976 MERCEDES-BENZ 450SL Convertible with BOTH tops

CLEAN Virginia title in-hand.
146,647 Miles (May change due to periodic driving)
Finished in Sunflower Yellow exterior over Saddle interior w/ matching body-colored wheel covers

4.5L V8 ENGINE
Automatic Transmission

Equipment and Options include:

Power Windows

Heated Driver's Seat

Climate Control / Air Conditioning (was disconnected, so needs an R12 recharge, at least)

The following Maintenance & Repairs are from 2021+ and represents several thousands of dollars in parts, plus the labor to install:

Black Convertible Soft Top

Front Subframe

Engine Mounts replaced

Front Shock Absorbers

Front Right & Left Upper Control Arms

Front Right Lower Control Arm

Oil Pan Gasket

Transmission Pan Gasket and Filter

Instrument Cluster Rebuild

Sunvisor Replacement

Power Antenna

Exhaust Pipe Rubber Bracket Hangers

Front Wheel Alignment

Front Swaybar Bushing Kit

Door Interior Plastic Clips

Addl. Keys (3 Keys, total for the vehicle)

Windshield Wiper Motor

Rear Swaybar Link Kit

Oil Drainplug Seal

Climate Control Blower Motor

Rear Suspension Spacers

Flaws:

One crack across the dash

One chip in windshield (might be able to fill/repair)

Cruise Control works sporadically

Shipping:

Buyer is responsible for shipping costs. I use PLYCAR Fine Auto Transportation and have for 20 years. https://plycargroup.com

Given advance notice and once your full payment clears, I will meet your shipper, should you chose not to drive your Mercedes home.

Payment:
Please, be ready to buy when you click. A non-refundable $500 deposit is due when the auction ends. The final payment is due within 3 business days after the auction ends. Balance is to be paid via bank wire or a certified bank cashier's check. Check will need to clear before the vehicle is released and the title is sent. The winning bidder needs to contact me within 24 hours of auction end to make payment arrangements. Please, arrange all financing prior to bidding.

If you need financing, here's one option which might be to your benefit:
https://woodsidenew.defidirect.com/Application/apply
If you are not sure about anything, please don't assume - just ask. I'll be glad to answer whatever I can.

Disclaimer:
Everyone has a different opinions or expectations of older vehicles. It is your responsibility to personally inspect the vehicle or send a third-party inspector that will perform an inspection to your satisfaction. I am generally available with short-notice, should you want to inspect this car. Just ask.

Remember, this is not a new vehicle - it is from the 1970's, and even though I've tried my best to describe it, it may have some imperfections which I'm not aware of. I am not a mechanic, just a hobbyist and enthusiast.

Sales are WORLDWIDE.

I have bought and sold vehicles internationally. The last couple cars I sold, one went to Australia and the other to South Africa. Once payment clears, you can send wherever you like.

All sales are final - vehicle is sold as is, where is.

All non-paying bidders will be reported to eBay.

On Aug-27-23 at 13:46:30 PDT, seller added the following information:

Note, here a few questions answered for all:I will accept CASH (in-person), Check, and will accept a wire transfer - The car does not leave until funds are verified and clear.What's the reserve? Well, it's not an auction without a reserve, is it? The reserve is set fairly low for the car, but there is one, and while I won't reveal what it is, know it's much less than the "low" or "good" cost/values as represented by the guides published for a Mercedes SL in this condition. You are going to get a LOT of car for the money. BIDDERS - If you have FEWER than 10 feedbacks from eBay, you MUST CONTACT ME prior to the close of the auction of risk your bid being canceled. We were all new at some point, so it should not be a big deal to say hello and voice your intent to bid and purchase the car. Thank you for your understanding - and good luck bidding!