Basic information and history

Mercedes-Benz 350 SL of the R107 generation was introduced as a well-balanced open grand tourer with a V8, long-distance comfort and robust construction. The 1975 model carries several of the qualities that make the R107 appreciated among enthusiasts, not least the solid drivetrain, steering box and chassis geometry that deliver stable road manners even in today’s traffic. The model also benefits from strong parts support and a straightforward design, which facilitates both maintenance and future improvements.

The information below has been provided by the seller.

Vehicle: 1975 Mercedes-Benz 350 SL Cabriolet (R107). Origin: Imported from Germany, therefore not Swedish-delivered. Mileage: 183,000 kilometres, stated to be guaranteed.

The car was refurbished in the late eighties and was repainted at that time from yellow to blue metallic. The seller mentions a paint defect on the bonnet as well as an area between the windscreen wipers, as well as poorer door alignment to the rear quarter panel after the refurbishment. There is also a small rust area above the right front indicator. Glass surfaces are said to be in very good condition and chrome, trims, lamp lenses and emblems are assessed by the seller as very good. Information on the number of previous owners is missing.

Equipment and options

• Leather upholstery on seats and door panels
• Top boot cover for the convertible
• Power windows
• Original stereo
• Hirschmann power antenna
• New brakes all round

Modifications and improvements: Body repainted to blue metallic during refurbishment in the late eighties (originally yellow). Brakes replaced and newly overhauled all round prior to inspection. Two tyres are brand new, the remainder are stated to be in very good condition.

Condition

Body and exterior: Repainted in blue metallic during refurbishment in the late eighties. A paint defect is present on the bonnet and in the area between the windscreen wipers. The seller reports poorer door alignment to the rear quarter panel after an earlier refurbishment. Minor rust is present above the right front indicator. Glass is in very good condition. Chrome, trims, lamp lenses and emblems are assessed as very good.

Interior: The interior is said to be in very good condition, with leather upholstery on seats and door panels. All controls are felt to be of high quality, and the convertible top’s headliner is described by the seller as being in very good condition.

Tyres and wheels: Two tyres are brand new, the others are assessed as very good. No information is provided about the wheels’ condition or dimensions.

Mechanicals and functions: The engine is reported to be fault-free. Gearbox and drivetrain operate well and the car shifts cleanly according to the seller. Brakes are newly overhauled all round. There is a minor leak from the steering box. No other deviations are mentioned.

Service history

The seller states that the service book is stamped according to the manufacturer’s intervals. The most recent service was carried out in July 2025. As documentation, the original owner’s manual is mentioned. No additional service records or receipts are said to accompany. The mileage of 18,300 kilometres is stated by the seller to be guaranteed.

Summary

A 1975 Mercedes-Benz 350 SL Cabriolet in European specification, imported from Germany, with a stated guaranteed mileage. The car has a historical repaint to blue metallic, known equipment such as leather upholstery, power windows and original stereo with Hirschmann power antenna, as well as recently attended-to brakes and partly new tyres. Noted remarks are a paint defect on the bonnet and by the windscreen wipers, poorer door alignment after an older refurbishment, plus a minor leak from the steering box and local rust above the right front indicator. For those seeking an R107 to use and refine over time, this 350 SL offers a clear starting point with declared condition and details as provided by the seller.