SportwagenParis is pleased to offer for sale this beautiful 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL W107, delivered new in Germany before being imported to the United States in 1986.

Finished in Champagne Metallic (code 473) and paired with a rare, remarkably well-preserved checkered cloth interior, this 280 SL stands out above all for the quality of its history and the care it has received throughout its life.

The car comes with a complete history from new, including all maintenance invoices. This valuable documentation provides a detailed record of the regular and meticulous care the car has received over the years. The mileage of 105,000 miles (168,000 km) can therefore be verified as genuine. This is a relatively low-mileage car, having covered only 168,000 km in 46 years, which represents an average of just 3,600 km per year.

A comprehensive service was carried out by a Mercedes specialist in June 2026. The car currently requires no particular expenditure and is also fitted with four new tires.

Under the hood is the 2.8-liter M110 inline-six engine producing 185 hp, paired with a four-speed automatic transmission.

Smooth, responsive, and particularly enjoyable to drive, this engine is an essential part of the 280 SL’s appeal. Lighter and more agile in character than the models fitted with the larger V8 engines, it offers an excellent balance of performance, driving pleasure, and running costs.

Capable of reaching a top speed of nearly 195 km/h (121 mph), the 280 SL remains perfectly suited to regular use even by today’s standards.

Whether in town or on winding country roads, its inline-six engine is smooth and responsive, while the automatic transmission allows the driver to fully enjoy the relaxed and comfortable character of the convertible. On the highway, the car is equally at home, effortlessly covering long distances at sustained speeds in excellent comfort.

It is precisely this versatility that makes the 280 SL so appealing today: a classic car that can be enjoyed for a leisurely Sunday morning drive, while also being perfectly capable of taking you away for a weekend or covering several hundred miles on the highway with complete confidence.

The air conditioning system has been converted to R134a refrigerant and is fully operational, further enhancing the car’s comfort and usability during the summer months.

This Mercedes-Benz 280 SL therefore represents a particularly attractive opportunity for an enthusiast looking for an elegant, well-documented, and immediately usable W107.

One year waranty

Trade-ins and financing available.

Other SL models currently in stock or arriving soon.

Viewing strictly by appointment at SportwagenParis.

Delivery available throughout Europe upon request and quotation.