1980 Mercedes Benz 450sl, Owner by NY Yankee Roger Maris

1980 Mercedes-Benz 400-Series Additional Info:

Up for sale is my 1980 Mercedes Benz 450sl that was owned by the great NY Yankee baseball player Roger Maris, who broke Babe Ruth's record for home runs in 1961 and hit 61 homers for the season. I have the original contract he signed when he purchased the car(not a copy) and a verified signed baseball card(by beckett DNA) as authenticated. Included with sale.I purchased the car from his son in Gainesville Florida and he gave mea signed baseball card and original documentation. The car has always been a Florida car so no rust to mess with including the undercarriage. It was always garaged and sits in my garage out of the hot Florida sun.
All repairs were completed at Continental imports: On 4/13/16 a new servo(for heat and a/c) was replaced as well as a new master cylinder. Brakes were inspected andnew front calipers were replaced.(cost $1977)Also on 8/4/14 new spark plugs, oil change,new battery, new power steering pump, new gear box, and wheel alignment. (cost $3000)The current tires on the car are good but I would replace the front(rears have plenty of tread left. I have receipts for all repairs from Continental Imports where the Maris family had the car serviced. Has plenty of V8 power and the engines have been described as bullet proof. No engine leaks. No radiator leaks. All the options are in good working order, cold air conditioning, cruise control.
This car is in very goodcondition and maintainedwith regular oil changes. The interiorisleather and no rips or tears and shows very little wear. Even the original MB car mats lookgreat.The dash does have some smallcracks but overall the interior is invery good condition. Original paint. Convertible top like new. Engine bay is clean. Very well maintained.Wheels are verygood condition though a little fading but no curb damage. The hardtop is included.Driveability: Runs excellent down the road.No weird engine sounds and the transmission shifts well.I have some very niceposters and memoralbilia of Roger Maris that goes with the car.Yes Roger Maris drove this car during the last years of his life and I am sure he enjoyed it.Overall this is a very nice 450sl that runs and drives well and I feel could be driven anywhere. The 450sl is a timeless classydesign that has an elegance all it's own. Many 380sl and 450sl's are available but make sure you know the service records before you buy.You won't be disappointed and no surprises. My reserve is reasonable and would just like to obtain my original investment. I also own a 380sl which is quite similar and drive it frequently.I am willing to help you arrangeshipping. Cash plusTrades? ?Enjoy the pic of this nostalgic lookat Roger Maris's Mercedes Benz and please feel free to ask questions through ebay or you may text questions to me at 386-292-5617. .Please bid only if you intendto buy.

On Jul-04-16 at 23:25:42 PDT, seller added the following information:

AM/FM CD player was installed aftermarket with remote. AS the bidding proceeds I may lower my reserve. Once again please bid only with your intention to buy. Buyer will have to title this vehiclein his or her own state and I will provide clear title and bill of sale. I am a private party selling my own personal vehicle and I give no express or implied warranty. These 450sl's have been gaining in price increases over the past years and these older vehicles should hold their values.Winning bidderhasto deposit $500 per paypal and the balance within 10 days. If you are going to pay all by paypal then the winning bidder mustadd 2% for paypal fees that are charged to myself on my account. Thank You for bidding and have a wonderful day.

On Jul-07-16 at 10:32:37 PDT, seller added the following information:

Reserved lowered today and new buy it now price. Don't miss this one. Beautiful 450sl that will give you years of driving pleasure. Thanks for bidding!!!