This Mercedes convertible is being auctioned as a NO RESERVE auction. Grab your chance to become the owner of this timeless classic. This is a fixer-upper / project car. A good restoration base with a lot of potential. The Mercedes has been stored for an extended period of time and should be checked / fixed mechanically. The complete fuel system was recently checked and the car ran again. Fuel lines, filter and spider replaced. The 450 V8 starts immediately and runs. Vacuum and fuel relay need to be connected. Brakes are loose and functioning. The interior is in original, used condition and needs some attention. The driver’s seat shows slight damage. Nice colour combination featuring claret-red paintwork.This SL has spent all of its life in sunny California and was owned by a single family. Body and underside largely stainless except for a not so nice repair on the right front wheel, the edge of the boot and the left boot compartment.The Mercedes has a hard top and a canvas soft top which is in a fairly good condition.Signs of wear throughout and imperfections in the paint are visible on the photos. The photos are part of the description. For questions about this Mercedes SL450, please contact us.Specifications: Brand / model: Mercedes Benz SL450 Year of production: 1978 Colour: GreenEngine: 4500cc V8 Transmission: AutomaticOdometer reading: 98,707Margin: Yes (already imported to the Netherlands, VAT and import duties were paid in full) Documents / registration: US titleThis vehicle can be viewed and picked up in Utrecht, the Netherlands.