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42 - MERCEDES-BENZ 450 SL - Type: Passenger car - Body style: Con…
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Estimate €25,000 - €30,000
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  • Brand MERCEDES-BENZ
  • Model 450 SL
  • First registration date 01/01/1972
  • Kilometers -
  • Gearbox Automatic
About the sale CAEN RETRO FESTIVAL AUCTION
Auction location
Auction time 08/29/2026 at 2:30 PM
Energy Petrol
Roadworthy Yes
Registration certificate Yes
Seating capacity 5
Trim level SLC
Fiscal power (HP) 26
Engine capacity (cc) 4520
Colour Beige
CO2 emitted (g/km) 427
VIN 10704412000385
National type identification code (CNIT) 107024
Type / Variant / Version 450
Observations Mercedes 450 SL Imported from California in 2022 Year: 1972 Beige Metallic paintwork Bamboo upholstery Dark Brown soft top 4500 cc V8 engine Automatic gearbox Hard top Rear bench seat kit Serviced in our workshops in March 2026: - Compression readings: 8.5 / 8 / 8.5 / 8.5 / 9 / 9 / 9 / 9.5 - Engine oil change - Oil filter replacement - Gearbox fluid level check - Differential oil change - Replacement of all 8 spark plugs - Lubrication - Inspection, cleaning and adjustment of front and rear brakes - Replacement of high- and low-pitched horn - Repair of heating control - Replacement of 2 front lower control arms - Replacement of front stabiliser bar link bushings - Replacement of front subframe bushings - Replacement of rear subframe bushings - Replacement of seat belts - Replacement of rear brake calipers - Replacement of rear brake hoses - Replacement of front brake caliper seal kit - Bleeding of brakes - Alignment of exhaust system - Lubrication of soft-top hinges - Repair of front, rear and side lights, and indicators - Replacement of steering tie-rod end - Replacement of steering linkage bellows - Headlight alignment - Battery charge check - Wheel alignment 162,637 miles (261,738 km) Valued in February 2026: €28,000 Service history, period documents, 1972 delivery note and owner’s manual available French ‘Carte Grise’ (registration document) – Collector’s edition MOT passed
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