Classic soft-top
Despite the fact they were expensive for their time, Mercedes-Benz R107 series sold in phenomenal numbers and were a success by any measure.
In a story on another example we note: “The R107 factory code covers a multitude of variants, with a staggering 237,000-odd cars made from 1971 through to 1989, plus another 63,000 SLC coupes up to 1981. The latter, thanks to a little race history, are occasionally worth more than the SLs.
“Engine options over the years included two sixes (2.8 and 3.0lt) plus six V8s, ranging from 3.5 up to 5.6lt. Not surprisingly it’s the big 5.6 that commands the highest prices.”
The pagoda roof predecessor to this series now fetches big money and there is reason to believe, eventually, that this series will follow. In the meantime, there is potential good value out there.
This example is a locally-delivered car which is complete with the folding roof and detachable hardtop.
The driveline is the Benz 3.8lt V8 with four-speed auto.
It’s with the Healey Factory in Melbourne, priced at $42,500.