Name: 1978 Mercedes Benz R107 - 450SL
Brand: Mercedes Benz
Price: 79000 AED
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Explore this 1978 Mercedes Benz R107 - 450SL with CRU's transparent assessment of condition, collectibility, rarity and originality. View details and all-inclusive UAE pricing.

AED 79,000

1978 Mercedes Benz R107 - 450SL — primary vehicle image

Status: No Longer Available

USA

The Mercedes-Benz R107 SL is one of the most recognizable classic roadsters ever produced, known for its solid engineering, elegant proportions, V8-powered grand touring character, and everyday usability. Few classics manage to feel this refined, usable, and timeless at the same time, which is why the R107 remains a favorite among Mercedes-Benz enthusiasts worldwide. This 1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SL is finished in black over a striking red interior, giving the car a bold and highly attractive period-correct presence. The red cabin is one of the strongest features of this example, presenting well with red leather seats, red door panels, red carpets, SL floor mats, factory-style dashboard layout, wood trim, automatic shifter, Becker radio, power windows, and a classic Mercedes steering wheel. The interior shows normal age in places, but overall it gives the car a very strong visual identity and a far more interesting feel than many tired R107 examples. The exterior presents as a solid driver-quality classic, with black paint, chrome bumpers, factory-style wheels, front fog lamps, clean grille presentation, and the familiar long-bonnet R107 profile. The car also comes with a contrasting removable white hardtop, giving it a distinctive two-tone look when fitted. The black body and red interior combination gives this SL a lot of character and makes it stand out clearly from more common beige, silver, or brown examples. Power comes from Mercedes-Benz’s 4.5L V8, paired with an automatic transmission. The seller reports that the car runs, drives, shifts, and stops well, with working dashboard instruments, lights, antenna, Becker radio, power windows, and heating. This should be viewed as an attractive driver-quality 450SL, not a restored show car. The soft top requires replacement, the A/C needs checking, and the seller notes that the car could benefit from a tune-up. These items are reflected in the pricing, making this a usable and appealing entry point into classic Mercedes-Benz SL ownership. A stylish and characterful V8 Mercedes roadster with strong colors, hardtop included, usable running condition, and the kind of classic presence that makes the R107 such an enduring favorite.

Specifications

CRU Reference: 2026-0011
Engine: 4.5L V8
Transmission: Automatic
Interior: Red
Mileage: 120,000 Miles (Unverified)
Fuel Type: Gasoline
VIN: Available on request

Curated by CRU Research Desk

CRU Collector Assessment

Condition 7/10: Very Good; Presents as a strong driver-quality example with attractive black paint, a very appealing red interior, reported working cabin equipment, and a running walkaround video, while the soft top, A/C check, and tune-up needs are reflected in the score.
Collectibility 6/10: Desirable; The R107 SL is a well-recognized classic Mercedes roadster with broad appeal, and the 450SL V8 adds the relaxed grand touring character buyers expect from this generation.
Rarity 4/10: Moderately Rare; R107 SLs are not rare, but a black-over-red 450SL with hardtop and strong visual appeal is more distinctive than many standard examples.
Originality 6/10: Mostly Original; The car retains a largely factory-style presentation with Becker radio, Mercedes cabin layout, period-correct trim, and removable hardtop, though soft-top replacement needs limit the originality score.

Scores reflect CRU's assessment based on available information, seller representations, and supplied documentation. They are not guarantees of condition or value.

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